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Hyunjin
ArtistJYP Entertainment

Hyunjin

Hwang Hyun-jin (황현진), known as Hyunjin, is Stray Kids principal dancer, rapper, and visual. Born March 20, 2000 in Seoul, he was scouted by JYP Entertainment on the street during middle school with no formal dance training, and debuted with Stray Kids on March 25, 2018. His range extends beyond the stage: he paints, directs his own visual content, and writes lyrics with a precision that mirrors his choreography. The fashion world noticed early. Versace named him global brand ambassador in July 2023, making him the first Korean artist to front the Italian house. Cartier followed in September 2024, then Givenchy Beauty in early 2025. In March 2026, GUESS appointed him global ambassador for GUESS and GUESS JEANS worldwide, centering him in the Modern Heritage campaign. With 1.4M monthly Spotify listeners and a solo catalog ranging from delicate singer-songwriter pieces to high-energy collabs, Hyunjin is one of K-pop most complete artists.
5 articles7 creditsDebut: March 25, 2018South Korean

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Discography

2025
Always Love (feat. Hyunjin)Collaboration
Featured Artist
2024
long for youSingle
Solo (SKZ-RECORD series)JYP Entertainment
2018
I Am NotEP
Rapper, DancerStray KidsJYP Entertainment

Brand Partnerships

2026
GUESS Global Ambassador, Modern Heritage CampaignEndorsement
Global Brand AmbassadorGUESS
2025
Givenchy Beauty AmbassadorEndorsement
Brand Ambassador
2024
Cartier Korea AmbassadorEndorsement
Brand AmbassadorCartier
2023
Versace Global AmbassadorEndorsement
Global Brand Ambassador

Fans Also Ask

What is Hyunjins role in Stray Kids?
Hyunjin is Stray Kids main dancer, rapper, and visual. He joined through JYP Entertainments Stray Kids survival show in 2017 and officially debuted on March 25, 2018. He contributes as a lyricist, choreographer, and creative director for many of the groups visual concepts.
What luxury brands has Hyunjin been an ambassador for?
Hyunjin has held ambassadorships with Versace (July 2023, first Korean to front the Italian house), Cartier (September 2024), Givenchy Beauty (early 2025), and GUESS (March 2026), where he serves as global ambassador for both GUESS and GUESS JEANS worldwide.
When did Hyunjin debut?
Hyunjin officially debuted on March 25, 2018, with Stray Kids debut EP I Am Not under JYP Entertainment. He appeared on the Mnet Stray Kids survival show in late 2017 before the group officially formed.
Does Hyunjin have solo music?
Yes. Hyunjin released long for you (2024) as part of the Stray Kids SKZ-RECORD series and featured on d4vds Always Love (June 2025). He also wrote and composed So Good for Stray Kids 2024 album HOP.
Is Hyunjin also a visual artist?
Yes. Outside of music, Hyunjin is a prolific painter and visual artist. He has exhibited original works and regularly incorporates visual art into Stray Kids concepts and merchandise. His multi-disciplinary approach -- spanning dance, music production, lyricism, and fine art -- sets him apart in the K-pop landscape.

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