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Yel
Han Shin-young, known as Yel (옐), is the main dancer, vocalist, rapper, and youngest member (maknae) of H1-KEY under Choi Creative Lab. Born on December 25, 2004 in Jinhae-gu, Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea, Yel is the tallest H1-KEY member at 175 cm.
Before joining H1-KEY, Yel trained at JYP Entertainment. She was the first member to be publicly revealed, introduced on November 23, 2021 through a self-choreographed dance cover of Ed Sheeran's "Bad Habits" that immediately established her as the group's performance anchor.
Despite being the youngest, Yel serves as H1-KEY's primary dancer and has contributed to songwriting. Her blood type is A and her MBTI is ISTJ -- precise, disciplined, and deeply committed to craft. She has a younger brother and previously studied at S.D.K. Academy.
Since H1-KEY's January 2022 debut with Athletic Girl, Yel has anchored the group's choreographic identity through every major release including Lovestruck and the 2026 EP Lovechapter.
1 articles6 creditsDebut: January 5, 2022Korean
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Discography
2026
LOVECHAPTERMini Album
Main Dancer, Rapper
2025
LovestruckMini Album
Main Dancer, Rapper
2024
Love or HateMini Album
Main Dancer, Rapper
2023
Seoul DreamingMini Album
Main Dancer, Rapper
2023
Rose BlossomMini Album
Main Dancer, Rapper
Other Credits
2022
Athletic GirlSingle Album
Main Dancer
Fans Also Ask
What is Yel's role in H1-KEY?
Yel is H1-KEY's main dancer, vocalist, rapper, and maknae (youngest member). At 175 cm, she is the tallest member of the group and its primary choreographic anchor. She has contributed to songwriting and is the central performance figure in H1-KEY's live presentations.
What was Yel's pre-debut background?
Before H1-KEY, Yel trained at JYP Entertainment. She was the first H1-KEY member to be publicly revealed, on November 23, 2021, through a self-choreographed dance cover of Ed Sheeran's Bad Habits. Her early exposure immediately established her as the group's standout performer before the debut.
When did Yel debut with H1-KEY?
Yel debuted with H1-KEY on January 4, 2022 with the single Athletic Girl. She has appeared on every release since, including the 2026 EP Lovechapter. Her MBTI is ISTJ, and her disciplined approach to craft reflects in her choreographic precision across years of group activity.
