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Se7en (세븐) (born Choi Dong Wook (최동욱) November 9, 1984) is a South Korean pop and R&B singer. Se7en began training under a management agency YG Family at the age of 15. After 4 years of intense training in voice and dance, Se7en made his debut in 2003. He was an instant hit throughout Asia due to his smooth vocals, dance moves, and boyish good looks. He has released a total of 4 albums, various singles, and aims to become a world-renowned artist.

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Career

Ever since Se7en's debut, he has been under the YG Family label. Much of his career is comprised of constant promotions for his songs through live performances on TV, radio shows, and occasionally, concerts. He began learning Japanese at an early age in preparation for his promotional activities in Japan, and is one of the few South Korean artists who can speak Japanese fluently and thus, cross the language barrier that hinders most South Korean artists. His English is also fairly good. Danny Im, member of 1TYM, is a Korean-American who can speak English fluently, but lacks Koreans speaking skills. Danny and Se7en are extremely close and helped each other learn the different languages together.

Se7en is constantly traveling throughout Asia, particularly Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, and China. He has also performed a few times in the United States, specifically Los Angeles and New York City.

In addition to performing, he has been featured on numerous gameshows in South Korea and Japan, and various commercials such as Anycall, Baskin Robbins, Coca Cola, LG telecom and most recently, Sprite. He has held a total of five concerts in Japan: one held in 2005 at Yokohama, and for the year 2006, two held in Tokyo and two in Osaka. He held a total of three concerts for his "24/SE7EN" album promotion June 2006 in Seoul, South Korea. His popularity has earned him an award for Most Popular Korean Singer in the MTV Asia Awards 2006 at Bangkok, Thailand, and the MTV Best Buzz Asia Award 2006.

As of June 28th, 2006, Se7en is residing in Los Angeles for three months so as to improve his English prior to his entrance into the American music industry. He will be releasing his fourth Korean album in October 2006.

Profile

Stage name: SE7EN (세븐)
Real name: Choi Dong Wook (최동욱)
Nickname: 7-Eleven
Blood Type: B
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 141 lb
Family: Grandmother, parents, two older sisters
Hobbies: Just music
Talents: Singing, Dancing, Rapping, Beatboxing
Favorite Sports: Basketball, Snowboarding, Swimming
Favorite Singers: Usher, Justin Timberlake, Alicia Keys, Dru Hill
Religion: Christian
Favorite Colors: Black, White
Ideal Girlfriend: He prefers a good personality over a pretty face
Prized Possession: His collection of 1000+ CDs
Future Goal: Changing the world with his music
Motto: "Always be humble, have the best dreams."

Artistry

Voice

Se7en's impressive vocal range distinguishes him from other South Korean pop artists. His voice can be described as smooth, mellow, and sometimes mildly abrasive (see vocal belting) when songs, such as "Crazy" and "I Know," call for it. He often sings with a vibrato in his voice that American R&B singers are known for. He is also famous for his beatboxing, especially in his wildly popular single, "Passion." Although he does not possess the most powerful voice amongst South Korean artists, his vocal strength has steadily improved since he first debuted.

Dance

Se7en's signature handstand
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Se7en's signature handstand

Additionally, Se7en is known for his dance moves. His dance style, like his vocals, can also be described as smooth and leaning more towards freestyle rather than heavy choreography. Some dance techniques he sports during live performances are gliding, popping of the chest, and various one-handed handstands. His signature handstand, which he executes during his "Come Back to Me" performances, is the Nike (see picture). Most recently, he has been executing the gainer and the pike (see breakdancing) during his "I Know" performances. Finally, even when the song involves a large dance routine, Se7en never lipsyncs during live performances, believing that "lipsyncing is no different from watching a dubbed movie." His dynamic stage presence, by far, is what separates him from other artists.

Discography

Korean Discography

Korean Singles
NOTE: Below are a list of SE7EN's singles that he has released to the radio. Commercial singles are not available for purchase. The only commercial single that has been released is "Crazy", and it is only available through digital download purchase.

Japanese Discography Japanese Singles

Awards

* 2003 November 27 : M.net Music Video Festival New male Artist Music Video Award
* 2003 December 5 : The 18th Golden Disc New Artist Award
* 2003 December 10 : KMTV Korean Music Awards New Male Vocalist Award
* 2003 December 12 : Seoul Music Awards New Artist Award
* 2003 December 29 : SBS TV 2003 Popular Song Awards New Singer Award
* 2003 December 29 : MBC TV 2003 Entertainment Awards Pop Singer Section - Special Award
* 2003 December 31 : MBC TV 2003 Top Ten Vocalist Awards New Vocalist Award
* 2004 December 2 : The 19th Golden Disc Main Award + Popular Music Video Award
* 2004 December 4 : M.net & KM Music Video Festival Male Solo Vocalist Award
* 2004 December 30 : KBS TV 2004 Korea Pop Award Main Award
* 2004 December 31 : MBC TV 2004 Top Ten Vocalist Award Main Award
* 2005 May 28 : Channel V Thailand Awards Asian Sensation Award
* 2006 January 14 : 2005 China Original Music Ranking Chart SPRITE Awards Best Artist in Asia
* 2006 March 9 : 2005 Japan Golden Disc Special Award
* 2006 May 6 : MTV Asia Awards - MAA 2006 Favorite Artist Korea
* 2006 May 27 : MTV Video Music Awards Japan - VMAJ 2006 Best Buzz Asia from Korea

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