Sunmi

South Korean singer and songwriter

Sunmi - South Korean singer and songwriter
Born

May 2nd, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

South Korea

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Born in South Korea, this singer gained fame as a member of the girl group Wonder Girls, which debuted in 2007. After the group disbanded, pursued a solo career, releasing several successful singles and albums. The debut solo single "Gashina" topped South Korean charts and significantly increased popularity as a solo artist. Influenced K-pop trends with an engaging performance style and distinct musicality. Continued to achieve commercial success with subsequent releases and established a reputation as a prominent figure in the industry.

Debuted with Wonder Girls' hit "Nobody"

Released solo hit "Gashina"

Won several music awards in South Korea

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