[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 (31–40)
MOREj-hope
j-hope, a member of the global idol group BTS, handles the group’s rap parts and is also active as a solo artist.
His official solo debut came with the 2022 album “Jack In The Box,” which has seen various developments, including a documentary released on Disney+.
Overall, the album leans toward gritty, hard-hitting hip-hop, yet his lyrics convey a certain warmth that reflects his personality.
Be sure to listen to it alongside the documentary.
Love You MoreJejun
He is a male singer from South Korea who was active as a member of TVXQ from his debut in 2003 until 2010, and has been active as a member of JYJ since then.
Since 2017, he has been based in Japan as a solo artist.
He is popular with people of all ages, and his concert audience ranges from fans in their 20s to their 50s.
Musically, he appears capable of singing a wide range of styles, from club-like vibes to rock.
Too YoungNOA
NOA is a Reiwa-era, new-generation singer who commands Japanese, English, and Korean.
Born in Tokyo in 2000, his music—shaped by early inspiration from High School Musical—brims with the appeal of multiple genres.
He was scouted in Korea in 2012 and trained for seven years, returned to Japan in 2018, and debuted in 2020 with LIGHTS UP.
He’s also active as a designer, drawing strong support especially in Thailand and working creatively across Asia.
NOA, who cites Tatsuro Yamashita, Jay Park, and Chris Brown as favorites, delivers an outstanding hybrid of cool mood and feel-good pop.
His familiar, catchy melodies and vocals are highly compelling.
If you like Japanese pop, you’ll likely get hooked.
He’s an artist to watch!
The Little PrinceRYEOWOOK
This is a solo song by Ryeowook, one of the three main vocalists of SUPER JUNIOR, known for the charm of his emotionally expressive singing.
Ryeowook is very good at cooking and has even been called SUPER JUNIOR’s ‘omma’—their mom.
깨워 (Who U Are)KANGDANIEL(강다니엘)
Kang Daniel, who debuted as a member of the legendary boy group Wanna One formed through PRODUCE 101 Season 2.
His birth name was Kang Eui-geon, but he changed it because it was often misread.
In 2019, he made his solo debut with the album “color on me.” He’s a cat lover and widely praised as a polite, well-mannered person.
He’s also known for having many nicknames, such as “God Daniel” and “Kanda.” Kang Daniel has a wonderful dual charm: a fresh vibe rooted in R&B as well as a cool, contrasting aura.
Often called “Nyeolchin,” he exudes an irresistible, subtle sexiness, and the adorable contrast of his bright smile is enough to make anyone swoon!
[Solo Singer Special] K-POP & Korean Male Solo Artists (41–50)
RewindZHOUMI
This is Zhou Mi, the Chinese member of SUPER JUNIOR-M.
He has very long limbs and an outstanding figure.
On variety shows, he says his special skill is being able to sing any song with a smile.
Because he’s always smiling and his movements are cute, Japanese fans sometimes call him “Miimi-nee-san.”
No Make UpZion.T
This is a song by Zion.T, who is both a hip-hop artist and an R&B singer.
Zion.T has collaborated with various artists and is a very popular singer.
“No Make Up” carries a gentle message to women, saying that you’re beautiful just as you are, without dressing up or wearing makeup, and it’s sung over a soft, soothing melody.