Shin Hyo-seob (Korean: 신효섭; born May 3, 1992),[1] professionally known as Crush (크러쉬), is a South Korean singer-songwriter. He debuted on April 1, 2014, with the single "Sometimes" and released his first album Crush on You on June 5, 2014. Fifteen of Crush's singles have peaked in the top ten on the Gaon Digital Chart, with ten of Crush's singles also becoming top five hits including "Just", "Beautiful", "Don't Forget", "Bittersweet", "Let Us Go", and "Rush Hour".
Life and career
Early life and career beginnings
Crush was born Shin Hyo-seob on May 3, 1992.[2] Raised in Seoul, he began listening to R&B and hip hop music at a young age and aspired to become a singer. Dynamic Duo's debut album Taxi Driver left a "deep impression" on him, which inspired him to begin rapping.[3] He began making music during his first year of middle school with a friend and sending demos to the group's record label Amoeba Culture. During this time, he experimented with jazz musical instruments in his style of music, implementing modern tunes. Nicknamed "Shi Syeob" (시셥), he wrote the moniker "C-sub" in English as a tentative stage name. His friend misread it as "Crush", which he took an immediate liking to and decided to use.[4] Crush attended Hoseo University and graduated from the Department of Practical Music.[2]
While taking a break from school, Crush sent Zion.T his demos after meeting at a hip hop party. The two became acquainted and, along with Gray, Loco, and Elo, formed the music crew VV:D in 2012.[4]
Crush released the single "Red Dress" featuring TakeOne on December 7, 2012.[5] He contributed to his first song as a record producer and guest artist on Loco's single "No More".[4] In the following year, he released the singles "Crush on You" and "Where Do You Wanna Go" with Taewan and Gary.[6][unreliable source?] In July 2013, Crush signed an exclusive contract with Amoeba Culture.[3]
2014–2015: Debut and rising popularity
Crush officially debuted on April 1, 2014, with a single titled "Sometimes".[7][8] His first album, Crush on You, was released on June 5, 2014, and went on to win Best R&B & Soul Album at the 12th Korean Music Awards. In 2014, Crush also collaborated with Gaeko for the single "Hug Me".[9] In August, he sang the OST "Sleepless Night" for the SBS drama It's Okay, That's Love.[10] In October, Crush released the track "Sofa".[11]
In 2015, Crush collaborated with Zion.T for the single "Just". The song was released on January 30, 2015, and debuted at number one on the Gaon Singles Chart.[12] Crush and Zion.T won Best Collaboration at the 17th Mnet Asian Music Awards.[13] In July, Crush released the single "Oasis" which featured Block B's Zico.[14] In November, Crush held his first solo concert, Crush on You.[15]
2016–2018: Breakthrough and widespread recognition
In 2016, Crush became an active member of the hip-hop crew Fanxy Child, consisting of Zico (rapper, producer), Dean (singer, producer), Penomeco (rapper), Millic (DJ, producer), Staytuned (producer).
In July 2018, Crush released his third extended playWonderlost.[20] As with his previous projects, Crush was heavily involved in the songwriting, composition, and production of his album, stating: "I'm able to do the full production... I can make my own arrangements, and oversee the entire process."[21]
2019: Second full-length album and continued popularity
On June 4, 2019, Crush stated on his Instagram that he would be leaving Amoeba Records to start his own agency.[23][unreliable source?] However, on July 17, 2019, he announced that he had decided to sign with Psy's agency, P Nation.[24] On December 5, 2019, Crush released his critically acclaimed second full-length album From Midnight To Sunrise, with "Alone" and "With You" serving as the album's double lead singles.[25] Crush once again took control of songwriting and production for the album, and introduced jazz elements alongside R&B.[26]From Midnight To Sunrise won R&B Album of the Year at the Korean Hip-hop Awards.[27]
In February 2020, Crush released the OST "Let Us Go" for the television series Crash Landing on You.[28][29][unreliable source?] In May 2020, it was announced that Crush had asked Joy of Red Velvet to feature on the lead single of his next album.[30] The song, titled "Mayday", topped multiple music charts upon its release.[31] On October 20, 2020, Crush released his fourth extended play With Her.[32][full citation needed]
On October 31, 2022, P Nation announced that the opening of tickets reservations for Crush's upcoming tour, the Crush on You Tour, would be postponed to respect the mourning period established after the Seoul Halloween crowd crush.[33]
On August 23, 2021, Crush was confirmed to be in a relationship with singer and actress Joy, whom he had collaborated with during the previous year.[36]
^Oh, Seung-hyun (October 31, 2022). 크러쉬, 콘서트 티켓 오픈 연기 "깊은 위로와 애도 표합니다" [전문] [Crush postpones concert ticket opening "I express my deep condolences and condolences" [Full text]]. X-ports News (in Korean). Retrieved October 31, 2022 – via Naver.
^Park Hye-jin (August 11, 2022). 크러쉬, 11일 소집해제..."첫 일정은, 뮤직 페스티벌 [Crush, canceled on the 11th... "The first schedule is a music festival] (in Korean). Dispatch. Retrieved August 11, 2022 – via Naver.
^Lee Seung-rok (August 23, 2021). 조이♥크러쉬, 스타커플 탄생! ... 어쩐지 MV서도 달달했다 [공식입장](종합) [Joy♥Crush, a star couple is born! ... Somehow the MV was sweet too [Official position] (General)] (in Korean). MyDaily [ko]. Retrieved August 23, 2021 – via Naver.
^Circle Chart (formerly Gaon Chart) positions for studio albums:
^Park, Ah-reum (February 16, 2023). 수수행' PD "도경수X지코→양세찬 고삐 풀린 여섯 남자 무지성 버라이어티 [Su-Su-haeng' PD "Do Kyung-soo X Zico → Yang Se-chan Unbridled 6 Men Ignorance Variety] (in Korean). Newsen. Retrieved February 16, 2023 – via Naver.
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