Cho Seung-youn

South Korean singer-songwriter and rapper

Cho Seung-youn - South Korean singer-songwriter and rapper
Born

August 5th, 1996
28 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

Links & References

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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