Harris J
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| Born | Alharith Jung 2 May 1997 |
| Origin | London, England |
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| Years active | 2013–present |
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Alharith “Harris” Jung (born 1997), known professionally as Harris J, is a British singer-songwriter and author.[1][2] After winning a talent contest in 2013, he signed with Awakening Music and released his debut album Salam in 2015. The album's lead single, "Salam Alaikum", became a viral hit (with over 140 million views on YouTube as of 2026),[3] establishing him as a prominent figure in the modern Islamic music scene.[2][4]
In 2025, Harris J released his comeback EP, Revival.[4] In that same year, he released a single “Qalbi Fil Madinah” along with Maher Zain, which now has 107 million views on YouTube as of March 2026. He is also known for his philanthropic work and advocacy.[5][6]
Early life and education
Harris J was born in Chelsea, London.[1] He is of diverse heritage, including Indian, Irish, Jamaican, and Polish ancestry, and identifies as a "proud Muslim and a true Brit".[7][8] He graduated from the BRIT School of Performing Arts and Technology in London.[8]
Career
In 2013, at the age of 16, Harris J won a social media-driven competition organized by the faith-inspired record label Awakening Music, which led to a recording contract.[2] In September 2015, he released his debut album Salam.[2] The lead single, "Salam Alaikum", became an international success, reaching three million views on YouTube within its first month.[2]
Following the success of his debut, Harris J performed in concerts worldwide supporting humanitarian causes.[5][6] During this period, he released standalone singles under Virgin EMI, such as "Save Me From Myself" and "Kick Down the Door".[9][5] He also recorded the song "24/7", a collaboration with singer Celina Sharma.[10]
After a hiatus, Harris J released the six-track EP Revival in 2025, produced by Awakening Music.[1] Revival includes his collaboration with Maher Zain, "Qalbi Fil Madinah", which they first performed together live on tour in Indonesia and has become a global hit.[1][11][4] Other songs include "O Allah", an emotional song conveying a deeper message about his faith, as well as "I Promise".[4]
Book
In 2017, Harris J authored a children's picture book, Salam Alaikum: A Message of Peace, published by Simon & Schuster. The book uses the lyrics of his hit song of the same name, with illustrations showing strangers performing random acts of kindness.[8][12]
Discography
Studio albums
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| Salam |
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| Revival |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
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| "Salam Alaikum" | 2015 | Salam |
| "Good Life" | ||
| "Save Me from Myself" | 2017 | Non-album singles |
| "Human" | 2019 | |
| "Kick Down The Door" | 2020 | |
| "24/7" (with Celina Sharma) |
2021 | |
| "O Allah" | ||
| "Hourriya (Freedom)" (featuring Lowkey) |
2024 | Revival |
| "Qalbi Fil Madinah" (with Maher Zain) |
2025 |
References
- ^ a b c d "Harris J finds solace in faith and music". New Straits Times. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 12 August 2025. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ a b c d e Wazwaz, Noor (24 October 2015). "Harris J: Pop Music Meets Islam". NPR. Retrieved 28 February 2026.
- ^ Awakening Music. "Harris J - Salam Alaikum | Official Music Video". YouTube. Retrieved 28 February 2026.
- ^ a b c d "Penuh Renungan, Harris J Persembahkan EP Revival". VOI (in Indonesian). 25 August 2025. Retrieved 28 February 2026.
- ^ a b c "Kampanye Anti Bullying, Penyanyi Inggris "Harris J" Manggung di Pantai Carocok Painan". Jurnal Sumbar (in Indonesian). 4 November 2017. Retrieved 28 February 2026.
- ^ a b Salam Charity (29 May 2018). Harris J visits Pakistan in support of underprivileged children | #SaySalam | Salam Charity. Retrieved 11 January 2026 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Ramadan: In Conversation With Harris J". Things Unseen. CTVC. 19 June 2017. Archived from the original on 19 May 2022.
- ^ a b c "Salam Alaikum". Simon & Schuster. Retrieved 28 February 2026.
- ^ "Harris J Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More". AllMusic. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
- ^ "In Conversation: Celina Sharma". Clash. 4 March 2022. Retrieved 28 February 2026.
- ^ "Maher Zain and Harris J Thrill Thousands as Indonesia Tour Concludes in Surabaya". The Jakarta Globe. 17 November 2025. Retrieved 28 February 2026.
- ^ "SALAM ALAIKUM – A MESSAGE OF PEACE". Kirkus Reviews. New York, NY: Kirkus Media LLC. 5 September 2017. Retrieved 17 August 2025.
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