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E:U
Park Ji-won (박지원), known by the stage name E:U (이유), is the main rapper, main dancer, and former leader of EVERGLOW. Born May 19, 1998, in Seoul, she defines the group's performance identity: sharp rap delivery, precise choreography, and stage presence that earned her the nickname "performance boss" in Korean media. Before debuting, she worked as a shoe model and appeared in Yuehua Entertainment's "Yuehua Girls" trainee web series.
E:U debuted with EVERGLOW on March 18, 2019, and has remained central to the group's sound and visuals across every release since. She co-writes lyrics on the group's albums, contributing to tracks throughout their discography. In June 2024, she performed at the group's Zombie showcase in Seoul, marking a key moment in their continued output under Chxxta Company. With the April 2026 RE:CODE World Tour underway, she remains one of the quartet's defining creative forces.
E:U debuted with EVERGLOW on March 18, 2019, and has remained central to the group's sound and visuals across every release since. She co-writes lyrics on the group's albums, contributing to tracks throughout their discography. In June 2024, she performed at the group's Zombie showcase in Seoul, marking a key moment in their continued output under Chxxta Company. With the April 2026 RE:CODE World Tour underway, she remains one of the quartet's defining creative forces.
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What is E:U's real name and what does her stage name mean?
E:U's real name is Park Ji-won (박지원). Her stage name means Especially for U, a dedication to her fans. Born May 19, 1998, in Seoul, she is EVERGLOW's leader, main rapper, and main dancer.
What was E:U doing before EVERGLOW debuted?
Before debuting with EVERGLOW in March 2019, E:U worked as a shoe model, appeared in Yuehua Entertainment's Yuehua Girls trainee web series, and performed as a stunt cheerleader. She was the fifth EVERGLOW member revealed pre-debut.
What agency is E:U under in 2026?
E:U and EVERGLOW are under CHXXTA Company, a Seoul-based agency. Four members signed with CHXXTA in September 2025 after contracts with Yuehua Entertainment ended in June 2025. They returned with the mini album CODE in March 2026.
Has E:U contributed to EVERGLOW songwriting?
E:U has co-written lyrics across EVERGLOW's albums throughout their career. She has cited Lee Hyori as her role model and brings a lyricist's perspective alongside her performance duties as main rapper and main dancer.
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