JAY B
Singer JAY B has proven his competitive edge as a performance artist on the global stage.
JAY B won the “Asia’s Best Performance Popular Star” award at the “2026 Weibo Cultural Exchange Night” held on the 11th at the Venetian Macao.
The “2026 Weibo Cultural Exchange Night” is a global cultural event organized to commemorate the 27th anniversary of the handover of Macao, attended by professionals from the film, music, and cultural industries, as well as artists from China and around the world.
The “Asia’s Best Performance Popular Star” award won by JAY B is a top-tier honor. It is awarded based on a comprehensive evaluation of stage presence, performance quality, conceptual versatility, live vocal skills, and global fandom engagement. Since it is presented at an event featuring artists from various countries, it is considered a key indicator of simultaneous influence and popularity throughout Asia.
JAY B debuted in 2014 as the leader of the group GOT7, steering the team’s musical direction and performances while building a massive global fandom. Subsequently, he solidified his performance capabilities through world tours and various stages, expanding his musical spectrum as an artist.
As a solo artist, he established his own musical identity based on an R&B-centered sound. In particular, his first solo EP, “SOMO:FUME”, released in 2021, is considered a landmark work that proved his global influence and reach, ranking number 1 on the iTunes Top Albums chart in over 30 countries.
Since then, JAY B has continued his musical narrative through consistent songwriting, composing, and producing, cementing his position as an artist known for his emotional expression, stable live vocals, and high-quality stage performances.
This award is interpreted as a result of the collective recognition of JAY B‘s musicality, performance skills, and his influence driven by his global fandom.
JAY B expressed his feelings: “I am very happy and honored to receive the Asia’s Performance Popular Star award. I feel an even stronger sense of responsibility as a singer-songwriter,” adding:
“In the future, I will continue to reward fans with music and performances that live up to this award. I sincerely thank my fans, Ahgase (Igot7), who always support me, and I wish everyone health and happiness.”
Furthermore, JAY B plans to broaden his musical scope through various upcoming global activities.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: SNS Weibo, JAY B
