Cho Seung-youn
South Korean singer-songwriter and rapper
Born
August 5th, 1996
29 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
South Korea
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Born in South Korea, this artist gained prominence as a member of the boy group UNIQ. Transitioning into a solo career, released multiple successful tracks, showcasing abilities as both a singer and a rapper. Participated in the survival show 'Produce X 101', finishing within the top rankings and securing a place in the project group X1. Engaged in collaborations with various artists and contributed to song composition and production, further establishing a versatile presence in the music industry.
Member of UNIQ
Finalist in 'Produce X 101'
Member of project group X1
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