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Vernon
Vernon (버논, born Hansol Vernon Chwe on February 18, 1998) is a Korean-American rapper, singer, and songwriter who debuted as a member of SEVENTEEN in 2015. Born in New York City to a Korean father and American mother, he moved to South Korea at age five and was scouted by Pledis Entertainment while in middle school. Within SEVENTEEN, he anchors the hip-hop unit alongside S.Coups, Wonwoo, and Mingyu, contributing both verses and production work.
Vernon's musical identity sits at the intersection of K-pop polish and Western experimental influences. He credits Charli XCX, 100 gecs, and Bladee as key inspirations, bringing hyperpop and punk-rock sensibilities to SEVENTEEN's sound on tracks like "Gam3 Bo1" and "2 Minus 1." His December 2022 mixtape "Black Eye" marked his official solo debut, showcasing a grittier, more personal artistic vision.
Beyond group activities, Vernon has collaborated with artists like Jamie through the M.O.L.A collective, and caught Charli XCX's attention for a "Beg for You" remix in 2022. He became the first global ambassador for Kenzo in 2023, attending Paris Fashion Week and fronting campaigns for the French fashion house. In 2024, he was promoted to regular member of KOMCA, recognizing his extensive songwriting contributions of over 90 tracks.
1 articles5 creditsDebut: May 26, 2015Korean-American
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Vernon at the SEVENTEEN Follow event, March 2024 (CC BY 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons)
Discography
2022
Black EyeSingle
Solo ArtistPledis Entertainment
2022
Beg for You (Remix)Collaboration
Featured Artist
2021
Bands BoySingle
Solo ArtistPledis Entertainment
Filmography
2024
K-Pops!Film
Cameo
Brand Partnerships
2023
KenzoEndorsement
Global Brand AmbassadorKenzo
Fans Also Ask
When did Vernon debut with SEVENTEEN?
Vernon debuted with SEVENTEEN on May 26, 2015 through the mini-album 17 Carat. He is part of the group's hip-hop unit alongside S.Coups, Wonwoo, and Mingyu.
What is Vernon's real name?
Vernon's full name is Hansol Vernon Chwe (최한솔). He was born in New York City to a Korean father and American mother, giving him dual Korean-American citizenship. His stage name comes from his middle name, which is also his mother's maiden name.
Has Vernon released solo music?
Yes. Vernon released his solo mixtape "Black Eye" in December 2022, featuring a more experimental hip-hop sound. He also dropped the single "Bands Boy" in November 2021 and has collaborated with artists like Charli XCX on the "Beg for You" remix.
What fashion brand does Vernon represent?
Vernon became the first global ambassador for French fashion house Kenzo in 2023. He has attended multiple Paris Fashion Week shows and fronted campaigns for the brand's collections.
How many songs has Vernon written?
Vernon has contributed to over 90 songs as a songwriter, making him the SEVENTEEN member with the second-most writing credits after Woozi. In 2024, he was promoted to regular member of KOMCA (Korea Music Copyright Association).
