Hoshi

Hoshi is a prominent member of the K-pop group SEVENTEEN, where he serves as the Performance Team Leader, Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist, and Sub-Rapper.

Hoshi

Stage name

Hoshi

Full name

Kwon Soon Young

Birthday

1996-06-15

Place of birth

Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

Group name

SEVENTEEN

Position in group

Performance Team Leader, Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist, Sub-Rapper

Height

177 cm

Blood type

B

Hobbies

Taekwondo, Choreography, Collecting photos of members

Nicknames

10:10

Debut

2015-05-26

Company

Pledis Entertainment

Solo songs

Spider

Mbti

INTJ

Overview

Kwon Soon Young, professionally known as Hoshi, is a multifaceted South Korean artist under Pledis Entertainment, excelling as a singer, dancer, choreographer, and performer. Born on June 15, 1996, in Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, Hoshi is a prominent member of the K-pop group SEVENTEEN.

Within SEVENTEEN, he holds significant roles, including Performance Team Leader, Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist, and Sub-Rapper, contributing substantially to the group's artistry since their debut on May 26, 2015. Standing at 177cm, Hoshi is widely celebrated for his outstanding dance prowess and demonstrated leadership capabilities within the group.

Discography

  • Mixtapes
    • Spider (2021)
  • Features
    • Epik High - "Screen Time" (2023)
  • Official Soundtracks
    • "Our Vacation" with Joshua and Various Artists for Bro & Marble (2023)
    • "Shingiru" with Joshua for Bro & Marble (2023)
    • "Goddess of Despair" for ASTRA: Knights of Veda (2024)

Career Highlights

  • 2015: Debuted with SEVENTEEN under Pledis Entertainment.
  • 2021: Released his first solo mixtape, "Spider," showcasing his individual artistry and performance skills.

Recent Activities

As of early 2025, Hoshi continues to actively promote with SEVENTEEN, participating in world tour RIGHT HERE, and various entertainment programs. He is an integral to the group's choreography and performance direction, contributing to their dynamic stage presence.

Solo Activities

Beyond his group activities, Hoshi has ventured into solo projects, most notably releasing his mixtape Spider in 2021. He has also collaborated with other artists, including featuring on Epik High's track "Screen Time" in 2021. Additionally, Hoshi is a member of the special sub-units BSS and SVT Leaders, further showcasing his versatility and leadership within the K-pop industry.

Achievements

Throughout his career, Hoshi has been instrumental in choreographing many of SEVENTEEN's performances, earning acclaim for his creativity and precision. His solo release "Spider" was well-received, highlighting his prowess as a performer and artist.

Album Sales

While specific sales figures for Hoshi's solo projects are not publicly disclosed, his contributions to SEVENTEEN have significantly impacted the group's impressive album sales, with multiple releases achieving high sales and chart positions both domestically and internationally.

Trivia

  • Hoshi is a black belt in Taekwondo (4th degree).
  • His stage name Hoshi has two meanings: in Japanese means “star” (星), and in Korean, the word is short for “Horangi-ui Siseon” (호랑이의 시선), which means “a tiger’s gaze.”

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