In Japan, Park Jung-min is Romeo
Park Jung-min
Park released his debut single “Give Me Your Heart” a month after he staged a press event with Japanese media, vowing he would change his name to make it as a J-pop artist. The name was suggested by Japanese music critic Reiko Yukawa.
His single was produced by a Japanese crew with Jeff Miyahara, who has worked with acts like TVXQ, Boyz II Men, and popular J-pop artists like Namie Amuro and V6. On Sept. 26, the artist formerly known as Park will promote his debut single at Live House showcase.
Before his metamorphosis, the ex-boy band member had spent the last year battling his former agency.
Park filed a lawsuit against CNR Media in April, alleging that the agency was withholding his earnings. The agency only paid Park 150 million won ($133,214), which was less than the amount owed to him.
Last month, the court ruled in favor of Park and voided the agreement with the agency.
By Carla Sunwoo
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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