As Lay takes an incredible new STEP in his career, we at Just Jared are excited for our readers to delve deeper into the life of the musician.
The Chinese superstar and former EXO group member is dropping his long-awaited English LP this Friday (June 14).
After the worldwide hit “Run Back to You” with Lauv, Lay unveiled “Psychic,” the album’s second primary single, available in English, Chinese, and Korean. This highlights his dedication to his international fan base and his exploration of profound foresight and shared experiences that verge on the telepathic.
The track features collaborators such as Rykeyz, Sean Douglas, JHart, and Kyle Reynolds. The accompanying music video, directed by Andrew Donoho and shot in Dubai, showcases Lay performing his stunts and visual effects around landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Atlantis, The Palm.
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10 Interesting Details About Lay
1. Hailing from China, Lay began showcasing his skills in singing, dancing, and acting at the tender age of six, appearing in a variety of TV shows, variety shows, and even films as a young star.
2. Before pursuing solo endeavors, Lay was part of the internationally acclaimed boy band EXO.
3. An international icon, Lay is proficient in three languages: English, Korean, and Chinese.
4. Lay is renowned for his involvement in his own creative output, taking roles as a producer, director, and choreographer for numerous music and their videos.
5. With an intense passion for style, Lay has represented prestigious brands such as Valentino, Calvin Klein, Mac Cosmetics, and the esteemed watchmaker Hublot.
6. The music video for Lay’s latest single, “Psychic,” was shot in Dubai with a production team hailing from over 20 countries. Through this, Lay aims to merge cultures and promote worldwide unity—a key mission in his artistic journey.
7. Lay’s English album STEP is set to release on June 14, featuring collaborations with Grammy Award-winning music legends who have worked with icons like Selena Gomez, Jungkook, Katy Perry, Ariana Grande, and Dua Lipa.
8. LAY teamed up with pop sensation LAUV for the track “Run Back To You” which soared to No. 2 on iTunes’ U.S. chart this past February, second only to Beyonce’s hit “Texas Hold ‘Em.”
9. He plans to embark on a tour across Asia in the near future.
10. An artist of many talents, Lay has earned recognition as an actor, securing lead roles in major films including the Chinese blockbuster No More Bets, one of the nation’s heavily lauded movies last summer.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Who is Lay Zhang?
A: Lay Zhang is a Chinese singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor known for his solo music career and as a former member of the K-pop group EXO.
Q: What languages does Lay Zhang speak?
A: Lay is trilingual, fluent in Mandarin Chinese, Korean, and English.
Q: When is Lay’s English album ‘STEP’ releasing?
A: Lay’s English album ‘STEP’ is set to release on June 14.
Q: Has Lay worked with other popular artists?
A: Yes, Lay has collaborated with Grammy Award-winning songwriters and artists, including Lauv.
Q: Is Lay also an actor?
A: Yes, aside from his music career, Lay is a recognized actor who has starred in major Chinese films and television shows.