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Paul Kim
Kim Tae-hyeong (김태형), known professionally as Paul Kim (폴킴), is South Korea's preeminent ballad singer, nicknamed the "emotional craftsman" for turning intimate vocal performances into streaming chart dominance.
Raised between Korea, New Zealand, and Japan, Paul Kim returned home and debuted in 2014 with "Would You Like a Cup of Coffee?" His breakthrough came with "Every Day, Every Moment" from the 2018 drama soundtrack Isn't This What Love Is?, certified 2x platinum for 5 million downloads. The ballad established his signature style: emotionally resonant vocals over minimal instrumentation.
His studio albums The Road (2017), Tunnel (2018), Heart, One (2019), and Heart, Two (2020) cemented his reputation as one of K-ballad's most consistent chart performers. He maintains over 700,000 monthly Spotify listeners and regularly charts OST tracks for major K-dramas. His vocal features are sought after by artists across genres.
In April 2024, Paul Kim married his longtime girlfriend after nine years of dating, making rare headlines in the entertainment press. He features on YENA's 2026 mini album LOVE CATCHER with the duet "Question Mark." He is signed to Whyes Entertainment.
1 articles6 creditsDebut: January 21, 2014South Korean
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Discography
2026
Question MarkCollaboration
Featured ArtistYENA
2020
Heart, TwoAlbum
Lead Artist
2019
Heart, OneAlbum
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2018
TunnelAlbum
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2018
Every Day, Every MomentOST
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2017
The RoadAlbum
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Fans Also Ask
What is Paul Kim real name?
Paul Kim was born Kim Tae-hyeong (김태형) on February 11, 1988, in South Korea. He grew up between Korea, New Zealand, and Japan before returning to Korea to pursue music full-time. He debuted under the stage name Paul Kim in 2014.
When did Paul Kim debut?
Paul Kim debuted on January 21, 2014 with his first digital single Would You Like a Cup of Coffee? He is signed to Whyes Entertainment and is recognized as one of South Korea's leading ballad singer-songwriters, known for his rich, emotive vocals.
What is Paul Kim most famous song?
Paul Kim is best known for Me After You (너를 만나), the OST from the 2018 drama About Time. The song topped Korean digital charts and earned him widespread recognition. Every Day, Every Moment from the film Be With You is another defining hit with over 200 million Spotify streams.
What albums has Paul Kim released?
Paul Kim has released two studio albums: The Road (2017) and Tunnel (2018), plus the two-part follow-up Heart, One (2019) and Heart, Two (2020). His discography spans ballads, R&B, and contemporary pop, with frequent OST contributions for major Korean dramas and films.
Has Paul Kim collaborated with other artists?
Paul Kim has collaborated widely across the Korean music scene. Notable pairings include a 2026 collab with YENA on Question Mark, and multiple OST features alongside idol and indie artists. His versatile delivery makes him a sought-after collaborator for drama OST production.
