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[td]| birth_name = Alharith Jung[/td] [td]| birth_date = {{birth date and age|df=y|1997|05|02}}[/td]
[td]| birth_date = {{birth date and age|df=y|1997|05|02}}[/td] [td]| birth_place = [[Chelsea, London]], [[England]][/td]
[td]| birth_place = [[Chelsea, London|Chelsea]], London, England[/td] [td]| origin = [[London]], [[England]][/td]
[td]| origin = London, England[/td] [td]| genre = {{flatlist|[/td]
[td]| genre = {{flatlist|[/td] [td]* Pop[/td]
[td]* Pop[/td] [td]* [[R&B]][/td]
[td]* R&B[/td] [td]* [[Nasheed]][/td]
[td]* [[Nasheed]][/td] [td]}}[/td]
[td]}}[/td] [td]| occupation = {{flatlist|[/td]
[td]| occupation = {{flatlist|[/td] [td]* [[Singer]][/td]
[td]* Singer[/td] [td]* [[Songwriter]][/td]
[td]* Songwriter[/td] [td]* [[Author]][/td]
[td]* Author[/td] [td]}}[/td]
[td]}}[/td] [td]| years_active = 2013βpresent[/td]
[td]| years_active = 2013βpresent[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===Background and heritage===[/td]
[td]===Background and heritage===[/td] [td]Harris J was born in [[Chelsea, London]].<ref name="NST2025">{{cite news |last=Entertainment |first=NST |date=12 August 2025 |title=Harris J finds solace in faith and music |url=https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2025/08/1259275/harris-j-finds-solace-faith-and-music |work=New Straits Times |location=Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |publisher=New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> He is of diverse heritage, including Indian and Irish ancestry.<ref name="Medium2025">{{cite news |last=Tiqa |first= |date=16 May 2025 |title=A Voice That Found Its Purpose |url=https://medium.com/@Tiqa/a-voice-that-found-its-purpose-a4e763587f92 |work=Medium |publisher=A Medium Corporation |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> He identifies as a "proud Muslim and a true Brit," embracing both his faith and his national identity.<ref name="KERA2015"/><ref name="SimonSchuster">{{cite news |title=Harris J |url=https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Harris-J/2112953919 |url-status=live |access-date=17 August 2025 |publisher=Simon & Schuster}}</ref>[/td]
[td]Harris J was born in Chelsea, London.<ref name="NST2025">{{cite news |last=Entertainment |first=NST |date=12 August 2025 |title=Harris J finds solace in faith and music |url=https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2025/08/1259275/harris-j-finds-solace-faith-and-music |work=New Straits Times |location=Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |publisher=New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> He is of diverse heritage, including Indian and Irish ancestry.<ref name="Medium2025">{{cite news |last=Tiqa |first= |date=16 May 2025 |title=A Voice That Found Its Purpose |url=https://medium.com/@Tiqa/a-voice-that-found-its-purpose-a4e763587f92 |work=Medium |publisher=A Medium Corporation |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> He identifies as a "proud Muslim and a true Brit," embracing both his faith and his national identity.<ref name="KERA2015"/><ref name="SimonSchuster">{{cite news |title=Harris J |url=https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Harris-J/2112953919 |url-status=live |access-date=17 August 2025 |publisher=Simon & Schuster}}</ref>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===Early interests in music and football===[/td]
[td]===Early interests in music and football===[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===Education at BRIT School===[/td]
[td]===Education at BRIT School===[/td] [td]Harris J ultimately chose to focus on music and performing arts. He enrolled at the prestigious [[BRIT School]] of Performing Arts and Technology in [[London]], an institution known for producing artists such as [[Adele]] and [[Amy Winehouse]], and graduated in July 2015.<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/><ref name="SimonSchuster"/>[/td]
[td]Harris J ultimately chose to focus on music and performing arts. He enrolled at the prestigious [[BRIT School]] of Performing Arts and Technology in London, an institution known for producing artists such as [[Adele]] and [[Amy Winehouse]], and graduated in July 2015.<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/><ref name="SimonSchuster"/>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]==Career==[/td]
[td]==Career==[/td] [td]In 2013, at the age of 16, Harris J entered the Awakening Talent Contest, a social media-driven competition organized by the faith-inspired record label [[Awakening Music]].<ref name="KERA2015"/> The judging panel featured established figures from the label, including multi-platinum artist [[Maher Zain]].<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/> Harris J emerged as the winner, which led to an exclusive recording contract with Awakening Music.<ref name="KERA2015"/>[/td]
[td]In 2013, at the age of 16, Harris J entered the Awakening Talent Contest, a social media-driven competition organized by the faith-inspired record label [[Awakening Music]].<ref name="KERA2015"/> The judging panel featured established figures from the label, including multi-platinum artist [[Maher Zain]].<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/> Harris J emerged as the winner, which led to an exclusive recording contract with Awakening Music.<ref name="KERA2015"/>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]After signing with the label, he began work on his debut album. On 18 September 2015, he released ''Salam''.<ref name="AppleMusicSalam">{{cite news |title=Salam - Album by Harris J. |url=
|work=Apple Music |publisher=Apple Inc. |date=18 September 2015 |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> The album's lead single, "Salam Alaikum," became an immediate international success, with its music video accumulating millions of views on YouTube.<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/> The album was praised for its high production value and positive, uplifting themes.<ref name="KERA2015"/>[/td]
[td]After signing with the label, he began work on his debut album. On 18 September 2015, he released ''Salam''.<ref name="AppleMusicSalam">{{cite news |title=Salam β Album by Harris J. |url=
|work=Apple Music |publisher=Apple Inc. |date=18 September 2015 |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> The album's lead single, "Salam Alaikum," became an immediate international success, with its music video accumulating millions of views on YouTube.<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/> The album was praised for its high production value and positive, uplifting themes.<ref name="KERA2015"/>[/td]
[td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===2017β2021: Musical transition and mainstream releases===[/td]
[td]===2017β2021: Musical transition and mainstream releases===[/td] [td]Following the success of his debut, Harris J's career entered a new phase marked by a musical and thematic transition. He began to move beyond the [[nasheed]] genre to explore mainstream pop and R&B.<ref name="Medium2025"/> This period saw him release a series of standalone singles under labels including [[Virgin EMI Records|Virgin EMI]], such as "Save Me From Myself" (2017), "Human" (2019), and "24/7" (2021), a collaboration with singer Celina Sharma.<ref name="AllMusic">{{cite news |title=Harris J Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More |url=https://www.allmusic.com/artist/harris-j-mn0003451954 |work=AllMusic |publisher=Netaktion LLC |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref><ref name="GleeClub">{{cite news |title=Harris J - BBC Asian Network Comedy |url=https://www.glee.co.uk/performer/harris-j/ |work=The Glee Club |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref>[/td]
[td]Following the success of his debut, Harris J's career entered a new phase marked by a musical and thematic transition. He began to move beyond the [[nasheed]] genre to explore mainstream pop and R&B.<ref name="Medium2025"/> This period saw him release a series of standalone singles under labels including [[Virgin EMI Records|Virgin EMI]], such as "Save Me From Myself" (2017), "Human" (2019), and "24/7" (2021), a collaboration with singer Celina Sharma.<ref name="AllMusic">{{cite news |title=Harris J Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More |url=https://www.allmusic.com/artist/harris-j-mn0003451954 |work=AllMusic |publisher=Netaktion LLC |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref><ref name="GleeClub">{{cite news |title=Harris J β BBC Asian Network Comedy |url=https://www.glee.co.uk/performer/harris-j/ |work=The Glee Club |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]This artistic shift coincided with a period of personal growth and challenge. Some sources describe this time as a "rebellious phase" where he grappled with the pressures of fame.<ref name="Medium2025"/> His songs from this period, such as "Let Me Breathe" and "Save Me From Myself," reflected his personal struggles.<ref name="Medium2025"/> His 2021 single "O' Allah" is seen as a turning point, expressing themes of guilt and a renewed sense of purpose.<ref name="Medium2025"/>[/td]
[td]This artistic shift coincided with a period of personal growth and challenge. Some sources describe this time as a "rebellious phase" where he grappled with the pressures of fame.<ref name="Medium2025"/> His songs from this period, such as "Let Me Breathe" and "Save Me From Myself," reflected his personal struggles.<ref name="Medium2025"/> His 2021 single "O' Allah" is seen as a turning point, expressing themes of guilt and a renewed sense of purpose.<ref name="Medium2025"/>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===Authorship===[/td]
[td]===Authorship===[/td] [td]In 2017, Harris J authored a children's picture book, ''Salam Alaikum: A Message of Peace''. The book was published by Simon & Schuster's Salaam Reads imprint and adapts the lyrics of his hit song of the same name.<ref name="SimonSchuster"/><ref name="Kirkus2017">{{cite news |date=5 September 2017 |title=SALAM ALAIKUM - A MESSAGE OF PEACE |url=https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/harris-j/salam-alaikum/ |work=Kirkus Reviews |location=New York, NY |publisher=Kirkus Media LLC |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref>[/td]
[td]In 2017, Harris J authored a children's picture book, ''Salam Alaikum: A Message of Peace''. The book was published by Simon & Schuster's Salaam Reads imprint and adapts the lyrics of his hit song of the same name.<ref name="SimonSchuster"/><ref name="Kirkus2017">{{cite news |date=5 September 2017 |title=SALAM ALAIKUM β A MESSAGE OF PEACE |url=https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/harris-j/salam-alaikum/ |work=Kirkus Reviews |location=New York, NY |publisher=Kirkus Media LLC |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]==Discography==[/td]
[td]==Discography==[/td]
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[td]| birth_date = {{birth date and age|df=y|1997|05|02}}[/td] [td]| birth_place = [[Chelsea, London]], [[England]][/td]
[td]| birth_place = [[Chelsea, London|Chelsea]], London, England[/td] [td]| origin = [[London]], [[England]][/td]
[td]| origin = London, England[/td] [td]| genre = {{flatlist|[/td]
[td]| genre = {{flatlist|[/td] [td]* Pop[/td]
[td]* Pop[/td] [td]* [[R&B]][/td]
[td]* R&B[/td] [td]* [[Nasheed]][/td]
[td]* [[Nasheed]][/td] [td]}}[/td]
[td]}}[/td] [td]| occupation = {{flatlist|[/td]
[td]| occupation = {{flatlist|[/td] [td]* [[Singer]][/td]
[td]* Singer[/td] [td]* [[Songwriter]][/td]
[td]* Songwriter[/td] [td]* [[Author]][/td]
[td]* Author[/td] [td]}}[/td]
[td]}}[/td] [td]| years_active = 2013βpresent[/td]
[td]| years_active = 2013βpresent[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===Background and heritage===[/td]
[td]===Background and heritage===[/td] [td]Harris J was born in [[Chelsea, London]].<ref name="NST2025">{{cite news |last=Entertainment |first=NST |date=12 August 2025 |title=Harris J finds solace in faith and music |url=https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2025/08/1259275/harris-j-finds-solace-faith-and-music |work=New Straits Times |location=Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |publisher=New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> He is of diverse heritage, including Indian and Irish ancestry.<ref name="Medium2025">{{cite news |last=Tiqa |first= |date=16 May 2025 |title=A Voice That Found Its Purpose |url=https://medium.com/@Tiqa/a-voice-that-found-its-purpose-a4e763587f92 |work=Medium |publisher=A Medium Corporation |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> He identifies as a "proud Muslim and a true Brit," embracing both his faith and his national identity.<ref name="KERA2015"/><ref name="SimonSchuster">{{cite news |title=Harris J |url=https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Harris-J/2112953919 |url-status=live |access-date=17 August 2025 |publisher=Simon & Schuster}}</ref>[/td]
[td]Harris J was born in Chelsea, London.<ref name="NST2025">{{cite news |last=Entertainment |first=NST |date=12 August 2025 |title=Harris J finds solace in faith and music |url=https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2025/08/1259275/harris-j-finds-solace-faith-and-music |work=New Straits Times |location=Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |publisher=New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> He is of diverse heritage, including Indian and Irish ancestry.<ref name="Medium2025">{{cite news |last=Tiqa |first= |date=16 May 2025 |title=A Voice That Found Its Purpose |url=https://medium.com/@Tiqa/a-voice-that-found-its-purpose-a4e763587f92 |work=Medium |publisher=A Medium Corporation |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref> He identifies as a "proud Muslim and a true Brit," embracing both his faith and his national identity.<ref name="KERA2015"/><ref name="SimonSchuster">{{cite news |title=Harris J |url=https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Harris-J/2112953919 |url-status=live |access-date=17 August 2025 |publisher=Simon & Schuster}}</ref>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===Early interests in music and football===[/td]
[td]===Early interests in music and football===[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===Education at BRIT School===[/td]
[td]===Education at BRIT School===[/td] [td]Harris J ultimately chose to focus on music and performing arts. He enrolled at the prestigious [[BRIT School]] of Performing Arts and Technology in [[London]], an institution known for producing artists such as [[Adele]] and [[Amy Winehouse]], and graduated in July 2015.<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/><ref name="SimonSchuster"/>[/td]
[td]Harris J ultimately chose to focus on music and performing arts. He enrolled at the prestigious [[BRIT School]] of Performing Arts and Technology in London, an institution known for producing artists such as [[Adele]] and [[Amy Winehouse]], and graduated in July 2015.<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/><ref name="SimonSchuster"/>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]==Career==[/td]
[td]==Career==[/td] [td]In 2013, at the age of 16, Harris J entered the Awakening Talent Contest, a social media-driven competition organized by the faith-inspired record label [[Awakening Music]].<ref name="KERA2015"/> The judging panel featured established figures from the label, including multi-platinum artist [[Maher Zain]].<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/> Harris J emerged as the winner, which led to an exclusive recording contract with Awakening Music.<ref name="KERA2015"/>[/td]
[td]In 2013, at the age of 16, Harris J entered the Awakening Talent Contest, a social media-driven competition organized by the faith-inspired record label [[Awakening Music]].<ref name="KERA2015"/> The judging panel featured established figures from the label, including multi-platinum artist [[Maher Zain]].<ref name="KidsMusicInfo"/> Harris J emerged as the winner, which led to an exclusive recording contract with Awakening Music.<ref name="KERA2015"/>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]After signing with the label, he began work on his debut album. On 18 September 2015, he released ''Salam''.<ref name="AppleMusicSalam">{{cite news |title=Salam - Album by Harris J. |url=
[td]After signing with the label, he began work on his debut album. On 18 September 2015, he released ''Salam''.<ref name="AppleMusicSalam">{{cite news |title=Salam β Album by Harris J. |url=
[td][/td] [td]===2017β2021: Musical transition and mainstream releases===[/td]
[td]===2017β2021: Musical transition and mainstream releases===[/td] [td]Following the success of his debut, Harris J's career entered a new phase marked by a musical and thematic transition. He began to move beyond the [[nasheed]] genre to explore mainstream pop and R&B.<ref name="Medium2025"/> This period saw him release a series of standalone singles under labels including [[Virgin EMI Records|Virgin EMI]], such as "Save Me From Myself" (2017), "Human" (2019), and "24/7" (2021), a collaboration with singer Celina Sharma.<ref name="AllMusic">{{cite news |title=Harris J Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More |url=https://www.allmusic.com/artist/harris-j-mn0003451954 |work=AllMusic |publisher=Netaktion LLC |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref><ref name="GleeClub">{{cite news |title=Harris J - BBC Asian Network Comedy |url=https://www.glee.co.uk/performer/harris-j/ |work=The Glee Club |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref>[/td]
[td]Following the success of his debut, Harris J's career entered a new phase marked by a musical and thematic transition. He began to move beyond the [[nasheed]] genre to explore mainstream pop and R&B.<ref name="Medium2025"/> This period saw him release a series of standalone singles under labels including [[Virgin EMI Records|Virgin EMI]], such as "Save Me From Myself" (2017), "Human" (2019), and "24/7" (2021), a collaboration with singer Celina Sharma.<ref name="AllMusic">{{cite news |title=Harris J Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More |url=https://www.allmusic.com/artist/harris-j-mn0003451954 |work=AllMusic |publisher=Netaktion LLC |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref><ref name="GleeClub">{{cite news |title=Harris J β BBC Asian Network Comedy |url=https://www.glee.co.uk/performer/harris-j/ |work=The Glee Club |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]This artistic shift coincided with a period of personal growth and challenge. Some sources describe this time as a "rebellious phase" where he grappled with the pressures of fame.<ref name="Medium2025"/> His songs from this period, such as "Let Me Breathe" and "Save Me From Myself," reflected his personal struggles.<ref name="Medium2025"/> His 2021 single "O' Allah" is seen as a turning point, expressing themes of guilt and a renewed sense of purpose.<ref name="Medium2025"/>[/td]
[td]This artistic shift coincided with a period of personal growth and challenge. Some sources describe this time as a "rebellious phase" where he grappled with the pressures of fame.<ref name="Medium2025"/> His songs from this period, such as "Let Me Breathe" and "Save Me From Myself," reflected his personal struggles.<ref name="Medium2025"/> His 2021 single "O' Allah" is seen as a turning point, expressing themes of guilt and a renewed sense of purpose.<ref name="Medium2025"/>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]===Authorship===[/td]
[td]===Authorship===[/td] [td]In 2017, Harris J authored a children's picture book, ''Salam Alaikum: A Message of Peace''. The book was published by Simon & Schuster's Salaam Reads imprint and adapts the lyrics of his hit song of the same name.<ref name="SimonSchuster"/><ref name="Kirkus2017">{{cite news |date=5 September 2017 |title=SALAM ALAIKUM - A MESSAGE OF PEACE |url=https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/harris-j/salam-alaikum/ |work=Kirkus Reviews |location=New York, NY |publisher=Kirkus Media LLC |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref>[/td]
[td]In 2017, Harris J authored a children's picture book, ''Salam Alaikum: A Message of Peace''. The book was published by Simon & Schuster's Salaam Reads imprint and adapts the lyrics of his hit song of the same name.<ref name="SimonSchuster"/><ref name="Kirkus2017">{{cite news |date=5 September 2017 |title=SALAM ALAIKUM β A MESSAGE OF PEACE |url=https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/harris-j/salam-alaikum/ |work=Kirkus Reviews |location=New York, NY |publisher=Kirkus Media LLC |access-date=17 August 2025}}</ref>[/td] [td][/td]
[td][/td] [td]==Discography==[/td]
[td]==Discography==[/td]
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