Jonghyun had been active in music since he was in junior high school. He was in a band called ZION and participated in many music festivals in his area. He was the band's bassist. During one of the band's show performance Jonghyun was scouted by SM Entertainment. Before his debut with SHINee, he sang a duet with Zhang Li Yin in the song “交错的爱 (Wrongly Given Love)” for her Chinese album.
Jonghyun was discovered at the 2005 S.M. Casting System. In 2008, he was chosen as a member of the group Shinee, the 5-member boy group debuted on May 25, 2008 on SBS's Inkigayo.
In November 2010, it was revealed by SM Entertainment that Jonghyun, along with TRAX’s Jay, Super Junior’s Kyuhyun, and rookie singer, Jino, had formed a project group, S.M. The Ballad, under their label. The group focuses more on ballad rather than pop and R&B themes. The group released their debut album, "너무 그리워 (Miss You)", on November 29, 2010. They debuted on November 28, 2010 on SBS's Inkigayo with their lead single, "너무 그리워 (Miss You)". They also promoted another single from the album, "Hot Times (시험하지 말기)".
In February 4, 2014, SM Entertainment revealed that SM The Ballad will make a comeback with new members, Jonghyun being the only one from the original formation. It was later revealed that he would be singing, together with Girls' Generation's Taeyeon, the title track of the new album, "숨소리 (Breath)".
In October 2010, Jonghyun was one of twenty idols from various South Korean groups that recorded the song, "Let's Go," for the purpose of increasing public participation in the 2010 G-20 Seoul summit. He provided vocals along with label-mates Sungmin, Seohyun and Luna.
In the 4th mini album "Sherlock", Jonghyun had written the two songs "늘 그자리에 (Honesty)" and "알람시계 (Alarm Clock)". The song "Honesty" is written to give thanks to their fans who have stayed by their side with unchanging love until now. The other song, "Alarm Clock" which is also co-written with fellow member Minho, is about wishing to wake up from a nightmare of past break-up. He also wrote for multiple SHINee songs including "너와 나의 거리 (Selene 6.23)" (album "The Misconceptions of Us") and "상사병 (Symptoms)" (album "Everybody"). Jonghyun fully composed the collaboration track with IU, "Gloomy Clock" in IU's 3rd album "Modern Times". He also fully composed, wrote and lead the vocal direction for Son Dam Bi's digital single, "Red Candle". Not only did Jonghyun compose and write the song, he also took part in the vocal directing. The lyrics relate the characteristics of a candle to someone in love, who feels excited and nervous at the same time.
As a DJ for MBC FM4U's midnight radio show "Blue Night" Jonghyun has revealed his newly written songs on his radio show which he has prepared for a special corner called "Blue Night Lyrics, That Man's Composition". Back in June, DJ Jonghyun tweeted: “As I started Blue Night, I contemplated on how to incorporate myself well into the program… As expected, the conclusion is communicating with listeners and music! That’s why I have prepared a project where I personally write a song pertaining to a listener’s story and let you hear it. The name of the corner is ‘Blue Night Lyrics, That Man Composition’. It won’t be aired every week, but it will be aired once every few months as a special corner, so please send in a lot of stories. I’m accepting stories through the homepage.”
MBC FM4U have revealed starting from July 7th, they will be releasing the self-composed and self-written songs of Jonghyun. Furthermore it was stated that Jonghyun has written a total of 7 songs and that they will be revealed succession over several weeks.
White T-Shirt
JongHyun Lyrics
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흥얼대는 그녀 Wow
Uh 탄성이 절로 나와 Ha
네 주윌 Around-round
가려던 곳을 잊은 채로
걸음은 널 따라가 Ho
It's all about
you you you you you
You you you you
It's all about
you you you you you
you you you
You you you you
꾸미지 않은 게 더 특별해
상상을 자극하는 실루엣
적당히 풀어 헤친 듯한 Hair
왠지 더 튀는 맵시야
It's your White T-shirt
It's just White T-shirt
It's your White T-shirt
It's just White T-shirt
스치듯 본 Your smile-ile
벌써 난 푹 빠졌어
저 새침한 눈빛 좀 봐 Ha
Come on 쏟아진 Sun light-ight
더 빛나는 어깨 라인
Baby 넌 눈부셔 Huh
꾸미지 않은 게 더 특별해
상상을 자극하는 실루엣
적당히 풀어 헤친 듯한 Hair
왠지 더 튀는 맵시야
It's your White T-shirt
It's just White T-shirt
It's your White T-shirt
It's just White T-shirt
It's all about
you you you you you
you you you
You you you you
It's all about
you you you you you
you you you
You you you you
It's your White T-shirt
너의 눈빛을 빈틈 없이
Check check
시선 묶인 채
Hey
나의 눈빛을 빈틈 없이
Check check
시선 묶인 채
Hey
It's just White T-shirt
Hey Come on now
It's your White T-shirt Woo woo
It's all about
you you you you you
you you you
You you you you
It's all about
you you you you you
you you you
You you you you
It's your White T-shirt
The song "White T-Shirt" by JongHyun is an ode to the simplicity and beauty of a white t-shirt. The lyrics describe a girl who is carefree, confident, and effortlessly stylish. The singer is enamored with her, captivated by her smile and the way she moves. He is drawn to her lack of adornment, finding beauty in her natural state. The chorus, "It's all about you, you, you, you, you," reinforces the idea that this girl is the focus of his attention and admiration. The song's upbeat tempo and playful lyrics make it clear that it's a fun and lighthearted celebration of the joy that can come from something as simple as a white t-shirt.
The lyrics of "White T-Shirt" are part of a larger trend in Korean pop music that focuses on celebrating everyday objects and experiences. This trend is known as "everydayism" and reflects a desire to find beauty in the mundane. JongHyun's lyrics exemplify this trend, emphasizing the beauty in the girl's natural state and the simplicity of the white t-shirt. By finding beauty in the ordinary, "White T-Shirt" speaks to a deep desire for authenticity and simplicity that resonates with many listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
You're so rock and roll-oll
She's full of energy and spirit, like a true rockstar.
흥얼대는 그녀 Wow
She hums and sings, impressing everyone around her.
Uh 탄성이 절로 나와 Ha
Her charm is so captivating that it's hard not to be excited.
네 주윌 Around-round
She's always around, and you can't help but notice.
가려던 곳을 잊은 채로
Her presence makes you forget where you were headed.
걸음은 널 따라가 Ho
Without thinking, you just follow her every step.
It's all about
you you you you you
you you you
You you you you
It's all about
you you you you you
you you you
You you you you
Everything is centered on her, she's the one you can't help but focus on.
꾸미지 않은 게 더 특별해
She's naturally beautiful, and that's what makes her special.
상상을 자극하는 실루엣
Her silhouette is so captivating that it sparks your imagination.
적당히 풀어 헤친 듯한 Hair
Her hair is messy, but it's a perfect kind of messy.
왠지 더 튀는 맵시야
She's got this unique stylishness that sets her apart.
It's your White T-shirt
It's just White T-shirt
It's your White T-shirt
It's just White T-shirt
The white t-shirt she wears is simple, but on her, it's anything but ordinary.
스치듯 본 Your smile-ile
Her smile is so fleeting, you almost missed it, but once you see it, you can't forget it.
벌써 난 푹 빠졌어
Before you even realize it, you've already fallen for her.
저 새침한 눈빛 좀 봐 Ha
Her piercing, intense gaze catches your attention.
Come on 쏟아진 Sun light-ight
The way the sunlight falls on her is like a spotlight.
더 빛나는 어깨 라인
Her shoulder line shines brighter than anything else.
Baby 넌 눈부셔 Huh
She's dazzling and stunning, to say the least.
너의 눈빛을 빈틈 없이
Check check
시선 묶인 채
When she looks at you, it feels like she's locking eyes with you, and you can't look away.
Hey
나의 눈빛을 빈틈 없이
Check check
시선 묶인 채
When you look at her, you're completely captivated by her gaze.
Contributed by Gabriella D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@yasminout
Pink haired Jonghyun was chef kiss hot.
@yeetusdeletus2563
I prefer white hair Jonghyun but yeah. I wish he had curly hair once
@astraltae
this 🙏🙏
@BlackStarSymphony
Pink haired Jonghyun was the best Jonghyun 😍
@arthuristired6875
Ikrrrrr
@rorosung1026
A song dedicated to the people who look SO FINE in a simple plain white t-shirt like Jonghyun himself !
@firsta9664
Me 😘😍😍
@firsta9664
Me 😘😍😍
@leeharmony3237
and jungkook
@OurIcePrincess
+Harmony Lee ???