Rappers from Korea, Republic of

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    • Changbin
       Occupation: Rapper

      Seo Chang-bin, known mononymously as Changbin, is a South Korean rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is a member of the South Korean boy group Stray Kids, formed by JYP Entertainment, and is also part of the group's in-house production team and sub-unit, 3Racha, where his stage name is SpearB.

      He was born on August 11, 1999, in Yongin, South Korea. Changbin is primarily known for his powerful, fast-paced rap style and often contributes to writing lyrics and composing music for Stray Kids. Although primarily a rapper, he has also shown his singing abilities. He trained at JYP Entertainment for two years. He has appeared as a contestant on the rap survival show Show Me the Money 9. His motto is: "Let's live with a positive mind, enjoy the life."

      Changbin Instagram: 10.5M Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers

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    • Felix
       Occupation: Rapper

      Felix, whose birth name is Lee Felix Yong Bok, is an Australian rapper and singer based in South Korea. He is a member of the South Korean boy band Stray Kids.

      He is noted for his deep voice, which is a distinguishing feature in Stray Kids' tracks. As a dancer, he is recognized for the precision, energy, and charisma he brings to performances. He is part of the dance line subunit of Stray Kids known as DanceRacha.

      Born in Seven Hills, Sydney, Australia, his parents are Korean immigrants. He practiced taekwondo for twelve years and achieved a black belt. He is known for his sweet and attentive personality, often called the "sunshine" of the group, and enjoys giving hugs and baking brownies for the other members.

      Visually, he has been noted for his freckles and has cultivated an experimental and fashionable image.

      Felix Instagram: 25.7M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 0 Followers / Subscribers

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    • G-Dragon
       Occupation: Rapper

      G-Dragon, whose real name is Kwon Ji-yong, is a highly influential South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, record producer, and fashion icon.

      He is widely known as the leader of the legendary K-pop boy band BigBang, which is recognized as one of the best-selling boy groups in the world. He has been nicknamed the "King of K-pop" due to his extensive impact on the industry and global spread of the Hallyu (Korean Wave).

      G-Dragon is celebrated for his deep involvement in the production of his music, composing and writing numerous hit songs for both BigBang (such as "Lies," "Last Farewell," and "Haru Haru") and his successful solo career (including "Heartbreaker" and "Crooked"). Beyond music, he is a major figure in fashion, often recognized for setting trends and collaborating with major luxury brands. He recently became an entrepreneur and is now under the agency Galaxy Corporation.

      G-Dragon Instagram: 24.8M Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 8.4M Followers / Subscribers X: 7.9M Followers / Subscribers YouTube: 4.1M Followers / Subscribers

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    • Han Ji-sung
       Occupation: Rapper

      Han Ji-sung, known professionally as Han, is a South Korean rapper, singer, and songwriter. He was born on September 14, 2000. He is a member of the South Korean boy band Stray Kids and is also part of its production team, 3Racha, both affiliated with JYP Entertainment. He is a full member of the Korea Music Copyright Association. He has been credited with writing and/or producing nearly 200 songs. Han lived and studied in Malaysia for a period before returning to South Korea.

      Han Ji-sung Instagram: 7.7M Followers / Subscribers X: 2.2K Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers
    • Hyunjin
       Occupation: Rapper

      Hyunjin is a South Korean singer, rapper, and dancer, best known as a member of the K-pop boy group Stray Kids. He holds positions in the group as a dancer, rapper, and vocalist. He is widely recognized for his striking visuals, often being described as having a doll-like appearance, and his powerful, fluid dance style. As a performer, he brings intense energy and charisma to the stage. Beyond his group activities, he has also been involved in song writing and has released solo songs, or "skz-records," showcasing his personal artistry.

      Hyunjin Instagram: 24.1M Followers / Subscribers X: 139K Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers

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    • J-Hope
       Occupation: Rapper

      Jung Ho-seok, known professionally as J-Hope (제이홉; stylized in lower case), is a South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, dancer, and record producer. He made his debut as a member of South Korean boy band BTS in 2013, under Big Hit Entertainment. J-Hope released his first solo mixtape, Hope World, in 2018. It was received positively by critics and peaked at number 38 on the US Billboard 200, the highest-charting album by a Korean solo artist at the time. He became the first member of BTS to enter the Billboard Hot 100 as a soloist in 2019, when his single "Chicken Noodle Soup", featuring singer Becky G, debuted at number 81. In 2022, J-Hope released his debut studio album Jack in the Box. In 2023, he released his single "On the Street" with J. Cole.

      J-Hope Instagram: 53.1M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers
    • Jennie Kim
       Occupation: Singer

      Jennie Kim is a South Korean singer, rapper, songwriter, and actress. She was born on January 16, 1996, in South Korea. Known mononymously as Jennie or by the stage name Jennie Ruby Jane, she is best known as a member of the South Korean girl group Blackpink, which debuted in August 2016 under YG Entertainment.

      Jennie lived in New Zealand for five years before returning to South Korea to become a trainee at YG Entertainment in 2010. She debuted as a solo artist in November 2018 with the single "Solo," which topped South Korea's Circle Digital Chart and the US Billboard World Digital Songs chart. Her other solo singles include "You & Me" and "Mantra." She also made her acting debut in the 2023 HBO television series The Idol.

      She is known for her musical versatility and fashion image, and has been dubbed the "Human Chanel" for her work as a global ambassador for the brand. In 2023, she established her own label, ODD ATELIER, for her solo activities and also signed with Columbia Records for her solo promotions.

      Jennie Kim Instagram: 88.4M Followers / Subscribers TikTok: 20M Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers

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    • Psy
       Occupation: Rapper

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      Psy (stylized as PSY) is a South Korean singer, rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known internationally for his viral 2012 single "Gangnam Style," which featured a distinctive horse-riding dance and became the first YouTube video to reach one billion views. His music is known for its humorous and energetic style, often incorporating catchy hooks and elaborate music videos. His real name is Park Jae-sang.

      Psy YouTube: 20.2M Followers / Subscribers Facebook: 9.5M Followers / Subscribers Instagram: 4.5M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers

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    • RM
       Occupation: Rapper

      RM (real name Kim Nam-joon, formerly known as Rap Monster) is a South Korean rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known as the leader and a rapper of the globally popular K-pop group BTS.

      Born in 1994, RM started his career in the underground Korean hip-hop scene as a teenager under the name Runch Randa. He joined Big Hit Entertainment (now Big Hit Music) in 2010 and debuted with BTS in 2013.

      Known for his lyrical skills, deep voice, and intellectual approach to music, he has been heavily involved in writing and producing much of BTS's discography. He is recognized for his thoughtful lyrics that often deal with themes of self-love, mental health, and social commentary.

      He has also released several solo projects, including the mixtapes RM and Mono, and his official solo studio album Indigo in 2022. He has collaborated with various international artists across different genres.

      RM is also known for his high academic achievement, having scored in the top 1% of the nation in university entrance exams, and is fluent in English, which he learned largely by watching the American sitcom Friends.

      RM Instagram: 48.7M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers

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    • Suga
       Occupation: Rapper

      Min Yoon-gi), known professionally by his stage names Suga (슈가; [ɕʰuɡa̠]; stylized in all caps) and Agust D, is a South Korean rapper, songwriter and record producer. He debuted as a member of the South Korean boy band BTS in June 2013 under Big Hit Entertainment. His first solo mixtape, Agust D, was released in 2016 and re-released in 2018 to digital download and streaming platforms, reaching number three on Billboard's World Albums Chart. In 2020, he released his second solo mixtape, D-2; it peaked at number 11 on the US Billboard 200, number seven on the UK Albums Chart, and number two on Australia's ARIA Album Chart.

      Suga Instagram: 51.2M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers

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    • T.O.P
       Occupation: Lyricist

      Choi Seung-hyun, known professionally as T.O.P, is a South Korean rapper, lyricist, composer, producer and actor. He performed as an underground rapper before joining the record label YG Entertainment and debuted as the lead rapper of the boy band BigBang in 2006. The group became one of the best-selling groups of all time in Asia and one of the best-selling boy bands in the world. In 2010, while the group was on hiatus, T.O.P and G-Dragon collaborated to release the album, GD & TOP. As a solo rapper, he has released two digital singles, "Turn It Up" (2010) and "Doom Dada" (2013), that have peaked at number two and four, respectively, on the Gaon Digital Chart.

      T.O.P Instagram: 20.7M Followers / Subscribers Wikipedia: 0 Followers / Subscribers Fandom: 0 Followers / Subscribers IMDb: 0 Followers / Subscribers
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