Lia (South Korean singer)
As the main vocalist of ITZY, she anchors the group's explosive sound with a voice that is both powerful and surprisingly delicate.
Born 2000 (age 26)·South Korean singer·Birthday: July 21·Generation Z
Biography
Born Choi Ji-su in 2000, Lia's path to pop stardom was carved through rigorous training. She joined JYP Entertainment as a trainee, honing her vocal skills for years before her public debut. In 2019, she was unveiled as the main vocalist of ITZY, a group that immediately captured attention with their message of self-confidence and high-energy performances. Lia's role is foundational; her clear, stable vocals provide the melodic core that grounds the group's dynamic title tracks. Beyond the stage, she has navigated the intense spotlight of K-pop with a relatable candor, openly discussing the pressures of idol life and taking necessary breaks for her mental health, which has resonated deeply with fans.
Generation Z
1997–2012
Born into smartphones, social media, and school shootings. The most diverse generation in history. Pragmatic about money, fluid about identity, anxious about the climate. They do not remember a world before the internet.
Lia was born in 2000, placing them squarely in the Generation Z. The events that shaped this generation — social media, climate anxiety, and a pandemic — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Lia Was Born
The biggest hits of 2000
#1 Movie
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Best Picture
Gladiator
#1 TV Show
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
Lia's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
2000Born
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2005Started school
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2013Became a teenager
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Could drive
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2018Could vote
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2021Turned 21
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 26 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Debuted as the main vocalist of ITZY with the hit single "DALLA DALLA," which won first place on music shows within nine days.
- Performed as part of ITZY at major international venues and festivals, including KCON and their own world tours.
- Contributed vocals to the original soundtrack for the popular webtoon-based drama "The World of My 17."
Did You Know?
She is fluent in English, having spent part of her childhood in the United States and Canada.
Before becoming a trainee, she was a competitive figure skater.
Her stage name, Lia, was chosen because it is easy to pronounce in many languages.
“I want to be a singer who can move people with my voice.”
