Hyunjin is a member of the South Korean boy group Stray Kids, which debuted in 2018 under JYP Entertainment. He is known for his roles as the main dancer, lead rapper, and visual of the group. He is also a talented artist who enjoys painting and sketching. In this article, we will explore some of the facts and achievements of Hyunjin Stray Kids, as well as his personal life and hobbies.
Early Life and Career
Hyunjin was born on March 20, 2000 in Seoul, South Korea. He is an only child and has a pet dog named Kkami. When he was six or seven years old, he lived in Las Vegas for a short while and used the name Sam. He returned to Korea and attended SOPA (School of Performing Arts) in Seoul, where he studied Practical Dance.
Hyunjin was scouted by JYP Entertainment when he was on a shopping trip with his mother during middle school. He joined the company as a trainee without any prior skill and trained for two years. He was inspired by the senior trainees’ performances and practiced various types of dance at school.
He was officially revealed as a participant of the survival show Stray Kids on October 12, 2017. He impressed the viewers with his rap and dance skills, as well as his handsome looks and charming personality. He successfully debuted with Stray Kids on March 26, 2018 with the mini album I am NOT.
Music and Dance
Hyunjin is part of Stray Kids’ dance sub-unit DANCERACHA, along with Lee Know and Felix. He is known for his powerful and expressive dance moves, as well as his versatility in different genres. He has choreographed some of his own performances, such as “when the party’s over” by Billie Eilish, which he released as part of the SKZ-PLAYER series on May 9, 2020.
Hyunjin is also a skilled rapper who can deliver fast and smooth flows. He has contributed to writing some of Stray Kids’ songs, such as “Mixtape #2”, “Mixtape #4”, “Chronosaurus”, “Double Knot”, “Levanter”, “TOP”, “Easy”, “Any”, “Back Door”, “We Go”, “Wow”, and “My Universe”. He also released a self-composed song called “miss you” as part of the SKZ-PLAYER series on December 21, 2020.
Hyunjin is not only talented in music and dance, but also in art. He likes to draw with pencils, watercolors, acrylics, and other techniques. He has posted some of his paintings and sketches on Stray Kids’ Instagram account, showing his creativity and imagination. Some of his artworks include portraits of himself, his members, his dog, celebrities, characters, landscapes, and abstract concepts.
Hyunjin’s hobbies include reading books, playing sports, listening to music, and taking care of his dog. He likes to read fans’ comments on the fancafe before going to sleep because it makes him happy. He also likes to check his schedule for the next day and prepare accordingly. He likes to listen to Dean and Crush’s songs, as well as Stray Kids’ songs.
He loves sushi and watermelon, but he can’t eat onions, carrots, or eggplants. His favorite colors are black and white, and his favorite season is autumn. He wants to travel a lot and experience different cultures. His nicknames are Jinnie, The Prince, Llama, Weasel, Drama Llama, Hyunnie, Night Fury, and Flour Boy.
Controversies and Hiatus
In February 2021, Hyunjin faced allegations of school bullying from an unnamed former schoolmate who claimed that he was verbally abusive during his teens. Hyunjin issued an apology on February 27, 2021 through Stray Kids’ fancafe. He admitted that he had hurt some people with his immature words and actions in the past and expressed his regret and remorse. He also said that he had personally met with some of his former classmates and apologized sincerely.
Following the controversy, Hyunjin went on a hiatus from all activities for four months. He did not participate in Mnet’s competition show Kingdom: Legendary War , where Stray Kids competed against five other boy groups. He also did not appear in any public events or broadcasts during this period.
He resumed activities on June 26, 2021 with his appearance in the music video for Stray Kids’ digital single Mixtape : OH . He also joined the group’s online fan meeting on June 27, 2021 where he greeted the fans warmly and thanked them for their support.
Conclusion
Hyunjin Stray Kids is a multi-talented idol who has shown his skills and passion in various fields. He is a great dancer, rapper, songwriter, and artist who has contributed to Stray Kids’ success and growth. He is also a kind and humble person who cares for his members, his fans, and his dog. He has faced some challenges and hardships in his career, but he has overcome them with courage and sincerity. He is a role model and an inspiration for many people who love and admire him.
