Baekhyun

Overview

Baekhyun, born Byun Baek-hyun on May 6, 1992, in Bucheon, Gyeonggi, South Korea, is the main vocalist of the globally renowned K-pop boy group EXO. Known for his powerful singing and charismatic stage presence, he debuted with EXO in 2012 under SM Entertainment. Since then, he has pursued a successful solo career, now under his own label, INB100.

Baekhyun is also celebrated for his versatility, having ventured into acting and various other entertainment activities.

Discography

• EPs
  • City Lights (2019)
  • Delight (2020)
  • Bambi (2021)
  • Baekhyun (2021) (Japanese)
  • Hello, World (2024)
• Singles
  • "Take You Home" (2017)
  • "Our Beloved BoA #1" (2020)
  • "Amusement Park" (2020)
• Official Soundtracks
  • “Beautiful” for the web series EXO Next Door, starring himself and his fellow EXO members (2015)
  • "For You" with Chen & Xiumin for the drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016)
  • "My Love" for the Korean drama Dr. Romantic 2 (2019)
  • "On The Road" for the legal series Hyena (2020)
  • "Every Second" for the drama Record of Youth (2020)
  • "Happy" for the melodrama Do You Like Brahms? (2020)
  • "Runner" (with T1 and Changmo) (2021)
  • "U" for the romantic-comedy series Doom at Your Service (2021)
  • "Is It Me?" for the historical-fantasy drama Lovers of the Red Sky (2021)
  • "Hello" for the drama Dr. Romantic 3 (2023)
• Features
  • BOL4 - "Leo" (2020)
  • Colde - "When Dawn Comes Again" (2021)
• Collaborations
  • "One Dream One Korea" (with Various Artists) (2015)
  • "Dream" (with Suzy) (2016)
  • "The Day" (with K.Will) (2016)
  • "Rain" (with Soyou of SISTAR) (2017)
  • "Young" (with Loco) (2018)
  • "Runner" (with Raiden, Changmo, T1) (2021)
  • "Hurt" (with Seomoontak) (2021)

Career Highlights

• 2012: Debuted with EXO, gaining recognition for his vocal prowess.
• 2016: Formed EXO-CBX, a sub-unit with Chen and Xiumin, expanding his influence.
• 2018: Launched his own streetwear line, Privé by BBH.
• 2019: Solo debut with City Lights, achieving massive sales and critical acclaim.
• 2020: Announced as the brand ambassador for the luxury clothing brand Burberry.
• 2023: Established his own company, INB100, to manage his solo career.

Recent Activities

Baekhyun has been actively promoting his solo work, including a fan meet in Manila on February 2, 2025, titled The Best Day. He's been working on new music and has teased a full comeback with EXO later this year after all members complete their military service. He also continued collaborations and endorsements, maintaining a busy schedule.

In 2024, Baekhyun embarked on his first solo tour Lonsdaleite, which ran from March to July.

Solo Activities

Beyond his music career, Baekhyun showcased his versatility by starring in the drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo, and appearing in variety shows like Master's Key (2017) and Five Cranky Brothers (2019).

Further solidifying his influential status, Baekhyun holds prominent brand ambassadorships with Burberry and TirTir. His participation in fashion events and features in leading magazines underscore his impact extends beyond the realm of music and into the broader cultural sphere.

Achievements

Baekhyun's distinguished solo career has been recognized with 27 wins and 88 nominations from various award-giving bodies. Highlights include:

• 2017 SBS Drama Awards: Named as the New Star Award for his performance in the drama Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo.
• 2020 Asian Pop Music Awards: Crowned Best Male Artist (Overseas) in recognition of his impact on the international music scene.
• 2020 Gaon Chart Music Awards: Recognized as Artist of the Year – Physical (2nd Quarter) for his acclaimed solo EP Delight.
• 2021 Hanteo Music Awards: Garnered the Initial Chodong Record Award and Artist Award – Male Solo (Top 3).
• 2024: Achieved "triple million seller" status with his album Hello, World, becoming the first solo artist in 23 years to have multiple solo albums each surpassing 1 million sales.
• Mnet Asian Music Awards: Celebrated as Best Male Artist for three consecutive years: 2019, 2020, and 2021.

Album Sales

• City Lights sold over 500,000 copies, became the top-selling album of July 2019 on Gaon's Album Chart. It earned 2x Platinum certification from the Korean Music Content Association (KMCA).
• Delight garnered the Million certification from the KMCA after exceeding 1 million copies sold. With this EP, Baekhyun became the first soloist to have a million seller album in 19 years.
• Baekhyun, his Japanese mini-album, demonstrated international appeal after earning Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) for sales exceeding 50,000 copies.
• Bambi broke his personal record by recording 833,392 pre-orders. It also certified Million by the KMCA, and was listed as one of the “Top 20 Best K-pop Albums of 2021.”
• Hello, World further solidified Baekhyun's success, achieving Million certification from the KMCA and reaching No. 1 on South Korea's Circle chart. Surpassing "Bambi" with 900,000 pre-orders, this release earned Baekhyun the distinction of "triple million seller."

Personal Life

Baekhyun enjoys gaming, often streaming on platforms like AfreecaTV. He's known for his close bond with fellow EXO members and has been involved in charity work, including donations for children's education. He maintains a relatively private personal life but shares his interests and hobbies with fans through social media and live broadcasts.

Social Media Profiles

• Instagram
• X (Twitter)
  • Official
  • Personal
  • JP
• TikTok
• YouTube

Original Sources

• RIAJ
• PopMatters
• Circle Chart
• Harper's Bazaar
• Prive Alliance