ArtistArchive Achim
Jo Kwon
Jo Kwon (조권) is a South Korean singer, dancer, and performer born on August 28, 1989, in Seoul. He rose to prominence as the lead vocalist of ballad idol group 2AM, which debuted in 2008 under JYPE and Big Hit Entertainment, becoming known for emotional singing and disciplined artistry. Outside of the group, Jo Kwon developed a solo career celebrated for fearless self-expression and boundary-pushing stage performance. He is widely recognized as one of the most charismatic live performers in K-pop, known for elaborate choreography and dynamic vocal delivery. In 2026, after an eight-year solo hiatus, Jo Kwon returned under Archive Achim with the single "Like I Do," a pop-R&B track that signals a mature creative direction. He is a veteran of the K-pop musical theater circuit and has performed in productions across Korea and internationally.
1 articles3 creditsDebut: July 15, 2008Korean
Gallery
2AM performing in Manila (2011). CC BY-SA 2.0, Korea.net / Korean Culture and Information Service.
Discography
2026
Like I DoSingle
ArtistArchive Achim
2012
I'm Da OneMini Album
Artist
2008
2AM DiscographyAlbum
Lead Vocalist2AM
Fans Also Ask
Is Jo Kwon a member of 2AM?
Yes. Jo Kwon (조권) is the lead vocalist of 2AM (투에이엠), the South Korean ballad idol group that debuted under JYPE and Big Hit Entertainment on July 15, 2008. The group also includes Lee Changmin, Lim Seulong, and Jeong Jinwoon.
When did Jo Kwon debut solo?
Jo Kwon released his first solo mini-album I'm Da One in June 2012 while active with 2AM. After an eight-year solo hiatus, he returned in 2026 with the digital single Like I Do under his new agency Archive Achim.
What musicals has Jo Kwon appeared in?
Jo Kwon has an extensive musical theater career, having starred in Korean productions of Rent, Kinky Boots, Chess, and Rocky: The Musical. His musical theater work spans over a decade alongside his music activities.
What agency is Jo Kwon under?
Jo Kwon is currently signed with Archive Achim (아카이브아침), a boutique South Korean entertainment agency founded in 2020. He joined the label in 2024, releasing his comeback single Like I Do in 2026.
What is Jo Kwon known for?
Jo Kwon is known for his powerful vocal performances as 2AM's lead vocalist, his charismatic live stage presence, and prolific musical theater career. He has been a prominent figure in Korean entertainment since 2008 and returned with Like I Do in 2026.
