JLS fans discover meaning behind band's name after 16 years

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JLS, the boy band that rose to fame on The X Factor 16 years ago, has revealed the meaning behind their name. Many fans were surprised to learn that JLS stands for "Jack the Lad Swing," not "just love songs" as some believed. The group, originally named UFO, changed their name due to a conflict with another band. They chose JLS to reflect their style, combining the phrase "Jack the lad" with the music genre new jack swing. JLS has been active since 2006, with a brief hiatus, and recently released their 15th anniversary album, J15. The album features popular tracks and remixes from their career.


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