VOCALIST

JIN

Kim Seokjin 김석진

  • Coined “Worldwide Handsome,” dared the world to argue.
  • “The Astronaut” — co-written with Coldplay (2022).
  • First to enlist (Dec 2022), first one back (June 12, 2024).
BORNDecember 4, 1992
FROMGwacheon
MBTIINTP

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Jin in BTS

Jin (Kim Seokjin) is a BTS vocalist whose solo work includes 'The Astronaut' and the 2024 album 'Happy.' His public performances balance vocal ballads, rock-pop material, and the playful stage persona behind 'Worldwide Handsome.'

Role
Vocalist
Born
December 4, 1992
Birthplace
Gwacheon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Height
179 cm
Latest listed milestone
2025

Embarked on first solo world tour #RUNSEOKJIN

“
Even if you're not perfect, you're limited edition.
— Jin
Official account

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The work

Featured solo work

A selected set of releases outside BTS.

The Astronaut — Jin
The AstronautJin · 2022 · BIGHIT MUSIC
Happy — Jin
HappyJin · 2024 · BIGHIT MUSIC
More to watch

Watch

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Epiphany · Love Yourself: Answer · Open on YouTube ↗

Running Wild · Happy · Open on YouTube ↗

Selected facts

6 things to know about Jin

A concise fan-made starting point. Details can change; use this as orientation, not as a primary source.

01

Studied acting at Konkuk University before focusing on music

02

Introduced the self-chosen nickname 'Worldwide Handsome'

03

Released 'The Astronaut,' co-written with Coldplay, in 2022

04

Released his first solo album, 'Happy,' in 2024

05

First BTS member to complete military service (June 2024)

06

Launched the #RUNSEOKJIN solo tour in 2025

Selected milestones

Jin’s journey

A selected, fan-made chronology for orientation.

2011
Joined Big Hit Entertainment
2013
BTS debut
2022
Performed 'The Astronaut' at Coldplay concert
2022
Enlisted in mandatory military service
2024
Discharged; released solo album 'Happy'
2025
Embarked on first solo world tour #RUNSEOKJIN
With BTS

Selected group albums

A selected set of BTS group albums.

2 Cool 4 Skool — BTSO!RUL8,2? — BTSSkool Luv Affair — BTSSkool Luv Affair (Special Addition) — BTSDark & Wild — BTSThe Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1 — BTSThe Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 2 — BTSThe Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever — BTSWings — BTSYou Never Walk Alone — BTSLove Yourself: Her — BTSLove Yourself: Tear — BTSLove Yourself: Answer — BTSMap of the Soul: Persona — BTSMap of the Soul: 7 — BTSBE — BTSProof — BTSThe Best Moment — BTS
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Where to actually find Jin

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Quick answers about Jin

What is Jin's real name?
Jin's real name is Kim Seokjin (김석진).
When was Jin born?
Jin was born on December 4, 1992, in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.
What is Jin's role in BTS?
Jin is a vocalist in BTS.
Does Jin have solo music?
Yes — selected solo work shown on this profile includes Happy (2024).

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