[Solo Singer Special] K-POP & Korean Male Solo Artists
Who are the solo K-pop artists out there?
Perhaps you’ve found yourself wondering that.
Among male artists, there are singer-songwriters and those who have been solo from the start, as well as popular members who made their solo debut after being in a group—there are countless singers.
Here, we’ll introduce a variety of wonderful artists for anyone curious about Korean male solo artists!
From must-watch rising stars to seasoned veterans, we hope to convey the appeal of male singers who are active on the front lines.
Be sure to have fun exploring and finding comments from your favorite artists too.
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[Solo Singer Feature] K-pop & Korean Male Solo Artists (21–30)
Shall we?CHEN
He is signed with SM Entertainment and serves as the main vocalist of the male idol group EXO, as well as its sub-units EXO-M and EXO-CBX.
Baekhyun also attended the same audition; both of them made it to the end and were accepted.
He learned to dance for the first time after joining SM Entertainment.
In 2018, he held his first arena tour in Japan across eight venues, and his recognition in Japan appears to be increasing.
That GirlJUNG YONG HWA (Jon Yonfa)
This is a solo song by Yonghwa, the vocalist of the rock band CNBLUE.
As CNBLUE, they made their debut in Japan before Korea.
In Korea, he first debuted as an actor through his appearance in the hit drama “You’re Beautiful,” which boosted his popularity and led to a very successful debut as a band.
On a variety show, he had a virtual married life with Seohyun from Girls’ Generation, which made him very popular.
[Solo Singer Feature] K-POP & Korean Male Solo Artists (31–40)
Untitled Love Song(제목 없는 Love Song)HENRY(헨리)
Here’s a solo track by Henry, a former member of SUPER JUNIOR-M.
He debuted as part of Super Junior’s China-based subgroup, though unfortunately the group didn’t have many activities.
In the meantime, he developed his strengths—his language skills as a Canadian, his musical talents on violin and piano, and his variety show presence.
In 2018, his contract with SM Entertainment ended and he went independent.
Fans actually welcomed the news, believing his talents could finally shine.
In this song, he showcases piano and a husky, richly expressive vocal.
It’s wonderful to see how much he enjoys making music—please give it a listen!
시작(Start)Gaho
Singer-songwriter Gaho, whose OST ‘Start’ from the hit drama ‘Itaewon Class’ also became a sleeper hit in Japan.
Born in 1997, he has handled many OSTs since his 2018 debut, and while centered on R&B and ballads, his wide-ranging, emotionally rich songs and vocals are captivating.
Be sure to check out the band-style performances on his official videos! Listening to Gaho’s music somehow makes my heart bounce from within.
In 2020, he held an online concert in Japan and launched his fan club.
It looks like he’s set to make an impact globally from here on out!
Floral Sense (Feat. 윈터 of aespa)YESUNG 예성
Yesung, the main vocalist of the boy group SUPER JUNIOR, already has many fans.
Despite his husky tone, he excels at high notes and showcases a wide vocal range when he sings.
His popularity took off from there, leading to Japan-focused single releases and appearances in popular dramas—he’s active on multiple fronts.
A recommended way to enjoy his work is to start with his solo releases and then move on to the songs he’s done with the group.
Each setting reveals a different side of him.
You don’t know loveK.will
If you want to indulge in sweet vocals, K.will is also highly recommended.
He’s an artist active in many areas, including as a singer-songwriter and vocal trainer.
Armed with a high-tone voice, he has worked on many ballads and even made waves with a collaboration with Girls’ Generation member Tiffany.
That said, I’d first love for you to enjoy his beautiful voice through his solo tracks.
By the way, his debut song “Dream,” released in 2005, had its lyrics written by the one and only J.Y.
Park.
Me After YouPaul Kim
Paul Kim, the singer famous for the 2018 ballad “Me After You.” While studying abroad in Japan, he heard Lee Sora’s album, which led him to return home and pursue music—a truly fateful turn.
You could call him a late bloomer, but Paul Kim overcame age limits and the struggles of auditions.
His music, carried by a beautiful voice that seeps into the heart, brings a sense of calm.
In 2020, he collaborated with charismatic female artist Chungha on “Loveship.” He’s a wonderful singer who treats singing with genuine care.