Kwon Jin-ah (; born July 18, 1997) is a South Korean singer-songwriter and guitarist. She began her music career after winning third place on SBS' '' K-pop Star 3'' in 2014 and subsequently signing to Antenna Music. She debuted in 2016, with the studio album ''One Strange Night''.

Career

2013–2015: ''K-pop Star 3'' and pre-debut activities

In 2013, Kwon became a contestant on '' K-pop Star 3'' and placed third in the competition. On May 13, 2014, it was announced that she had signed an exclusive contract with Antenna Music. On June 19, she released her first OST, "I Only See You", for the SBS drama ''You're All Surrounded''. Later that year, she featured on the song "She Said" from Yoo Hee-yeol's ''

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'' album. In 2015, she and RM from

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's album, ''2''.

2016–present: Debut

In July 2015, Antenna Music announced that Kwon's debut album was nearing completion, with an expected release date in September 2015. It was pushed back, however, due to her experiencing an emotional slump at the time. On July 18, 2016, she released the duet single "For Now" with fellow Antenna signee and ''K-pop Star 3'' finalist Sam Kim. The pair promoted as a duo, opening for

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's concert in Seoul the following month and performing together at the Asia Song Festival in October. On 19 September 2016, Kwon made her solo debut with the full-length studio album ''One Strange Night''. It featured songwriting and production contributions from You Hee-yeol, Sunwoojunga, Cha Cha Malone, Ra.D, D.ear and Yun Seok-cheol. Kwon wrote lyrics and music for three songs on the album: "Zig Zag", "Smack" and "20"; with "Zig Zag" being completely self-produced and recorded in her bedroom at home. The album's lead single, "The End", debuted at 17 on the Gaon Digital Chart and charted within the top 100 for more than four months. On March 24, 2022, Antenna released a video introducing Kwon's new single "Pink!" via SNS on the 24th, and announced their comeback on March 31, 2022. In May 2022, tickets for Kwon's solo concert "The Dreamer" were sold out, which was held from June 3 to 5, 2022. In October 2022, Kwon released her new digital single "Stupid Love", released on October 13. In February 2023, the agency announced that Kwon will make a comeback with EP "The Flag" which is scheduled to be released on March 2, and will also hold solo concerts on April 1 and 2. In July 29–30, Kwon held her first fan concert since her debut called "Love Me" in which she performed covers and several of her songs including unreleased and to be released songs. In August 10, Kwon released her self-composed single "Love Me Love Me" which is intended to be a bright and refreshing song. In September 15, Antenna announced Kwon's official fun club "JinahON" recruitment followed by a pop up store to commemorate the release of her single and founding of her fan club. In September 22, Kwon appeared in Tiny Desk Korea. In October 21, Antenna announced Kwon's first solo international concert in Taipei, Taiwan to be held on 26 November. In November 1, Hyundai Korea released a song walled "Wish" featuring Kwon Jinah, Kyuhyun, and Sam Kim. On January 9, 2024, Kwon won the female vocal category at the 2024 Korea First Brand Awards. In March 4, Kwon started taking pre-orders for the limited edition LP of her EP ''Our Way''. In March 15–17, Kwon held her largest solo concert called "Floriography" at SK Olympic Handball Stadium. In May 26, Kwon appeared in a program called ''Song Stealer'', where it features musicians reinterpreting other contestant's songs. Kwon also joined her fellow agency artists for an Antenna and

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Collaboration of a Gift Funding Song. In June 17, Kwon is one of the featured artists for Antenna and Jeju Air collaboration. In September 5, Antenna announced Kwon's departure from the agency after 10 years. On December 13–15, Kwon held her first year-end and sold-out concert called "This Winter". On February 14, 2025, Kwon signs and established a one-person agency called "Another Label". On April 25, Kwon releases her 3rd full-length album in six years called "The Dreamest" with 10 tracks.

Discography

Studio albums

Extended plays

Singles

Other charted songs

Soundtrack appearances

Broadcast singles

Other appearances

Filmography

TV series

Web shows

Awards and nominations

Notes

References

External links

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Kwon Jin-ah's Youtube channel

Kwon Jin-ah's official website

Kwon Jin-ah's official fan cafe
{{DEFAULTSORT:Kwon, Jin-ah 1997 births Living people K-pop singers Musicians from Busan K-pop Star participants South Korean women pop singers South Korean women singer-songwriters 21st-century South Korean singer-songwriters South Korean contemporary R&B singers South Korean pop guitarists Antenna Music artists 21st-century South Korean women singers 21st-century South Korean guitarists 21st-century women guitarists