Happy birthday to WayV's main vocalist from Guangdong, Xiaojun! To commemorate his special day, we compiled the idol's charms that cement his status as an "all-rounder" star!
Quick Facts About WayV Xiaojun
Real Name: Xiao Dejun
Stage Name: Xiaojun
Nickname: Tie Kuai Er (Iron Block)
Birthday: August 8, 1999
Nationality: Chinese
Height: 171 m (5'7)
Weight: 62 kg
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Xiaojun as Songwriter/Composer + Idol's Pre-Debut Life
Born and raised in Dongguan Guangdong, China, Xiao Dejun grew up with his parents and an older brother. Since he was young, he showed his passion for music, apparently because his father and brother worked in the same field.
In 2015, he embarked on his journey as a musician after joining the Chinese survival show, "X-Fire."
Xiaojun impressed viewers by showing off songs he composed and wrote himself.
Xiaojun as WayV's Main Vocalist: SM Rookies, Debut Under SM Entertainment
After the show, Xiaojun joined SM Entertainment through the 2018 global audition. He was then introduced as a SMROOKIES, a pre-debut trainee group under the company.
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He only trained for at most eight months, until Xiaojun was finally introduced as a member of NCT. In 2019, he debuted as the main vocalist of WayV, NCT's Chinese sub-unit.
Xiaojun Is Instrument Genius
After deciding to pursue his passion, Xiaojun attended school at the Shanghai Theatre Academy in the music department. He's not only talented when it comes to dancing and singing, but he can also play a lot of instruments. Some of them were ukelele, piano, drums and guitar.
In fact, he performed the guitar accompaniment when he covered Khalil Fong's "Red Bean" with co-member Kun for WayV's Rainbow V Project.
Xiaojun as Actor
After establishing his name as an idol, he expanded his field and entered the acting industry with his debut web series "Hello, My Youth," a work by Youku. He played the role of the main character Chang Yan, which gained his praise.
Xiaojun Incredible Visuals
Of course, his visuals are also top-notch!
He has fair skin and prominent features, such as his thick eyebrows that make him stand out. He also gained attention for his masculine look and deep gaze that you can't help but stare at once you see him.
Xiaojun as an Entertainer/DJ
Did you know? Xiaojun is also an entertainer and DJ!
In 2021, he showed his potential after he became a special DJ for tbs eFM's "Akdong Seoul."
In WayV's exclusive shows, Xiaojun also flaunted his wholesome personality with his wit and humor.
Other Fun Facts, Charms of WayV Xiaojun:
- He learned guitar and piano by himself.
- He's a bookworm.
- Xiaojun wants to become a movie director in the future and feature his hometown in it.
- He has high EQ.
- Xiaojun is optimistic.
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Written by Eunice Dawson