BI South Korean Rapper Singer Songwriter Record Producer

Early Life and Career

Kim Han-bin, known professionally as BI, was born in South Korea on October 22, 1996. He debuted as the leader of the South Korean boy group iKON in 2015 under YG Entertainment. BI has since gone on to have a successful solo career, releasing several albums and singles.

Solo Career

BI's solo career began in 2018 with the release of his first mixtape, "Love and Fall." He has since released two full-length albums, "Waterfall" (2021) and "Cosmos" (2022). BI's music is characterized by its introspective lyrics and blend of hip-hop, R&B, and pop.

Collaborations

In addition to his solo work, BI has collaborated with a number of other artists, including Soulja Boy, DeVita, and AITTY TOO. He has also written and produced songs for other artists, such as Blackpink and Winner.

Controversies

BI's career has been marred by a number of controversies. In 2019, he was involved in a drug scandal that led to his departure from iKON. He was later cleared of all charges, but the scandal damaged his reputation.

Current Projects

Despite the controversies, BI has continued to release music and perform live. He is currently working on a new album, which is expected to be released in 2023. BI is also set to embark on a world tour in support of his new album.