At the age of six, Jennifer's parents divorced and she found herself taking on the responsibility of helping her mother raise her younger brother alone. Though times were tough both emotionally and financially, there wasn't anything music couldn't remedy. It wasn't until the age of 9 when Jennifer actually began to perform at talent shows.
That year Jennifer had purchased Britney Spears' very first album and began singing along by reading the lyrics. Channeling the likes of Whitney, Mariah, and Alicia, Jennifer's strong voice has allowed her to develop her own style. "My mom heard me sing the song 'Sometimes' and asked me to sing again. She noticed something different about my voice that day and encouraged me to start performing at events," she said. "Growing up I did a lot of Korean Traditional Dance so my singing voice was kind of my little secret for a while."
Since then, Jennifer has performed at numerous talent shows, weddings, rallies, basketball games, tournaments, and has played leading roles in musicals such as Lucky Stiff, The Fantasticks, and The Wiz. By her senior year of high school she was Co-Band President as well as Spring ASB President. "I took full advantage of my high school career. There's so much that is offered to us that we tend to look over. I don't want to miss any opportunities and make sure to live life to the fullest."
This past summer, Jennifer began recording videos on YouTube just for fun. Slowly the popularity of the videos grew as Jennifer watched the number of views rise each week. Casually performing contemporary hits in front of the camera, Jennifer garnered many fans and subscribers to her videos due to her down to earth persona and powerful pipes to match. Her rendition of Alicia Keys' "No One" has already soared above 3 million views and she is one of YouTube's Most Subscribed (All Time) Musicians. In December of 2007, Jennifer was the Grand Prize Winner for Broadwayworld.com's "GIVE US YOUR VOICE" contest which gave her the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to New York to watch Broadway's The Little Mermaid as well as meet the cast and composer, Alan Menken.
Debating over Berklee College of Music, UC Irvine and UC San Diego , Jennifer made the final decision of becoming an Anteater. She is currently studying Drama and has recently performed in her first UCI play, B.F.E., as Hae-Yoon.
Jennifer is currently unsigned but hopes to independently release a demo later this year.
Very Last Time
Jennifer Chung Lyrics
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Then again, you're really not the issue
It's a battle within myself
And I don't need your help
Why, why am I getting so confused?
The feeling's gone, I don't even like you
Then tell me why is it that sometimes
I can't look you in the eyes?
CHORUS:
You did me wrong
And you knew all along
That you weren't ready
But I'm holding steady
So I hope you hear this song
This is my goodbye
And no longer will I try
'Cause I'm leaving, and you've hurt me for the very last time
The very last time
How, how did I even get here?
This is the very place that I feared
In a position where I wonder if you cared for me at all
Who, who was it that made me believe
That you and I were supposed to be
Well it doesn't matter, 'cause in the end...
CHORUS
When I, I think
Of all the these questions with no answers
My heart begins to sink
Do you realize?
Well, it doesn't matter 'cause I'm living, breathing, and feeling so alive
CHORUS
This is my goodbye
No longer will I try
This is my goodbye
And no longer will I try
And you know the reason why
The song Very Last Time by Jennifer Chung is about making the tough decision to break away from someone who has hurt the singer one too many times. The first verse talks about the internal struggle the singer is faced with. On one hand, they know the person they are with has hurt them countless times and they do not want their help in resolving their internal battle. However, on the other hand, the singer is faced with a confusing situation of liking the person and not being able to look them in the eyes.
The second verse talks about how the singer got to the position where they no longer want to try. The person they are with made them believe that they were meant to be together, but now the singer wonders if they were ever cared for in the first place. The chorus talks about how the singer is holding steady despite being wronged multiple times. It is a goodbye that the singer hopes the person they are with hears, and this time it is the very last time they will be hurt.
In conclusion, the song is about having the courage to walk away from someone who has hurt you repeatedly, even if it hurts to let go. The chorus is a message to the person who has hurt the singer for the very last time, and they are leaving for good.
Line by Line Meaning
What, what am I supposed to do with you?
What is the appropriate way to handle this situation involving you?
Then again, you're really not the issue
You are not the root of the problem.
It's a battle within myself
The issue is me struggling with my own emotions.
And I don't need your help
I do not require your assistance in dealing with my own personal struggle.
Why, why am I getting so confused?
What is causing me to feel so conflicted?
The feeling's gone, I don't even like you
My emotions have changed and I no longer have any positive feelings for you.
Then tell me why is it that sometimes, I can't look you in the eyes?
Despite my lack of feelings, I still experience moments of discomfort when looking at you.
You did me wrong
You have committed a hurtful act against me.
And you knew all along
You were aware of the consequences of your actions.
That you weren't ready
You were not prepared for the commitment we had.
But I'm holding steady
Despite the pain you have caused, I am remaining strong and resilient.
So I hope you hear this song
This song is my message to you.
This is my goodbye
I am officially ending this relationship.
And no longer will I try
I will no longer make attempts to salvage this relationship.
How, how did I even get here?
How did I end up in this place emotionally?
This is the very place that I feared
This is the exact situation I wanted to avoid.
In a position where I wonder if you cared for me at all
I am questioning if you ever truly cared for me.
Who, who was it that made me believe
Who convinced me that this relationship was right for us?
That you and I were supposed to be
That we were meant to be together.
Well it doesn't matter, 'cause in the end...
Regardless of who is at fault, the result is the same.
When I, I think
As I ponder my emotions,
Of all the these questions with no answers
Of all the uncertainties I am left with.
My heart begins to sink
I feel a great sense of sadness.
Do you realize?
Do you even comprehend the repercussions of your actions?
Well, it doesn't matter 'cause I'm living, breathing, and feeling so alive
Regardless of how you feel, I am alive and moving forward with my life.
This is my goodbye
This is definitively the end of our relationship.
And no longer will I try
I am no longer going to make an effort to maintain our relationship.
And you know the reason why
The justification for this decision is clear to you.
Contributed by Maya T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Steven Sushi
I came back after 12 years, I was in high school I use to watch you all the time. This song is still a jam!!!! 2021!!!!
calholli
same.. lol
Kat Hoang
Still in love with this song!
Jennifer Chung
+Kat Hoang let's keep the love alive ^_^
vitinho761
nossa senhora que voz maravilhosaaaaaA!!!!!! nossa nossa... perfeito!!! s2 beijos do Brasil.... Gi
WhiteRoseGuardian
this is....breathtaking... please keep up your amazing work!!
carechee
this is my favorite out of all your originals i love your ep!!!
Lakergurl08
Girl, you just gave me goosebumps! And I hardly EVER get goosebumps from someone who sings great, lol. I WANT YOUR MUSIC!! :D
LacyCakes
omg... i had chills throughout the song.. you're such an amazing singer! this song really spoke to me :) excellent job
sharmaineandluvena
This song is so good! I'm really liking it :) Keep up the excellent work!