Jimin facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jimin
Jimin in March 2023
Born	Park Ji-min (1995-10-13) October 13, 1995 (age 29) Busan, South Korea
Alma mater	Global Cyber University
Occupation	Singer songwriter dancer
Works	Discography
Honours	Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit (2018)
Musical career
Genres	K-pop alternative R&B
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	2013–present
Labels	Big Hit
Korean name
Hangul	박지민
Hanja	朴智旻
RR	Bak Jimin
MR	Pak Chimin
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Park Ji-min, known as Jimin, is a singer, songwriter, and dancer from South Korea. He was born on October 13, 1995. In 2013, he joined the famous South Korean boy band BTS under Big Hit Entertainment.

Jimin has released several solo songs as part of BTS, including "Lie" (2016), "Serendipity" (2017), and "Filter" (2020). These songs were very popular in South Korea. In 2018, he released his first solo song, "Promise," which he helped write. He also sang a duet called "With You" with Ha Sung-woon in 2022 for a TV show soundtrack.

Jimin released his first solo album, Face, in 2023. This album became number one in South Korea and Japan. It also reached number two on the US Billboard 200 chart, making him the highest-charting Korean solo artist on that list. The song "Like Crazy" from the album was the first song by a Korean solo artist to reach number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. In 2024, he released his second album, Muse, with the main song "Who". This song became number one on the Billboard Global 200 chart.

Early Life and School

Park Ji-min was born on October 13, 1995, in Busan, South Korea. He grew up with his mother, father, and a younger brother.

As a child, he went to Hodong Elementary School and Yonsan Middle School in Busan. In middle school, he learned different dance styles like popping and locking at the Just Dance Academy. Before becoming a K-pop trainee, Jimin studied contemporary dance at Busan High School of Arts. He was one of the best students in his modern dance class. A teacher suggested he try out for an entertainment company, which led him to Big Hit Entertainment. After passing the auditions in 2012, he moved to Korean Arts High School and graduated in 2014.

Jimin continued his education and graduated from Global Cyber University in August 2020. He studied Broadcasting and Entertainment and received the President's Award, which is the highest honor from the school. In 2021, he started studying for his master's degree at Hanyang Cyber University.

Music Career

Joining BTS

Jimin performing in September 2013

Jimin was the last person to join the group that would become BTS. He trained for only six months before making his debut, which was the shortest training period among the members. On June 13, 2013, he officially debuted as a singer and dancer in BTS with their song "No More Dream."

As part of BTS, he released three solo songs: "Lie," "Serendipity," and "Filter."

• "Lie" came out in 2016 on the album Wings. It was described as a dramatic song with deep feelings.
• "Serendipity" was released in 2017 on the album Love Yourself: Her. This song was soft and sweet, talking about the joy and wonder of love.
• "Filter" was part of BTS's 2020 album Map of the Soul: 7. It had a Latin pop feel and showed the different sides of Jimin's personality.

Jimin also helped write and produce the song "Friends" on the Map of the Soul: 7 album. This song was later used in the Marvel Studios movie Eternals.

Both "Serendipity" and "Lie" became very popular, getting over 50 million streams on Spotify by 2018. Jimin was the first Korean artist to have three solo songs each reach over 50 million streams.

In May 2019, Jimin became the first BTS member to have a solo music video reach 100 million views on YouTube with "Serendipity." In February 2020, "Filter" became his first song to appear on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, reaching number 87. It also became number one on the World Digital Song Sales chart. "Filter" was the fastest Korean solo song to reach 20 to 60 million streams on Spotify.

In 2018, Jimin and his bandmates received the Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit from the President of South Korea. This award recognized their efforts in promoting Korean culture around the world. In 2021, the President also appointed Jimin and the other BTS members as "Special Presidential Envoys for Future Generations and Culture." This role helps them lead global discussions and improve South Korea's standing in the world.

Solo Activities

Jimin on the set of the "Boy with Luv" music video, March 2019.

In 2014, Jimin worked with his bandmate Jungkook on a song called "Christmas Day." This was a Korean version of Justin Bieber's "Mistletoe," and Jimin wrote the Korean lyrics. They worked together again in 2017 on a cover of Charlie Puth's "We Don't Talk Anymore." Fans loved their duet, with many saying it was even better than the original.

Jimin also appeared on several TV shows in 2016, such as Hello Counselor and Please Take Care of My Refrigerator. He was also a special host on music shows like Show! Music Core and M Countdown. In December 2016, he performed a dance duet with Taemin from Shinee at the KBS Song Festival.

On December 30, 2018, Jimin released "Promise," his first solo song, for free on BTS's SoundCloud page. It broke records by getting 8.5 million streams in its first 24 hours. By December 2021, it became the most streamed song ever on the platform, with over 300 million streams. "Promise" is a calm pop song that Jimin composed with producer Slow Rabbit. Jimin and bandmate RM wrote the lyrics. On December 24, 2020, Jimin released another solo song called "Christmas Love," which was about his childhood holiday memories. In 2022, he sang "With You" with Ha Sung-woon for the TV drama Our Blues.

In January 2023, Jimin worked with Taeyang on the song "Vibe." This song helped Jimin get his first solo entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart at number 76. He also became a global ambassador for Dior and Tiffany & Co. in 2023. His debut solo album, Face, was released on March 24, 2023. It was a huge success, reaching number one in South Korea and Japan, and number two in the US. The album's songs, "Set Me Free Pt. 2" and "Like Crazy," both entered the Hot 100. "Like Crazy" made history by becoming the first song by a South Korean solo artist to reach number one on that chart.

In May 2023, Jimin was featured on the song "Angel Pt. 1" for the movie Fast X. On December 22, 2023, he released the digital song "Closer Than This" as a gift to BTS fans before he started his military service.

On July 2, 2024, Big Hit announced a travel reality show called Are You Sure?! featuring Jimin and Jungkook. The show started on August 8, 2024, and is available on Disney+. Jimin's second solo album, Muse, was released on July 19, 2024, while he was serving in the military. It included the songs "Smeraldo Garden Marching Band" and "Who." "Who" became Jimin's first song to debut at the top of both of Billboard's global charts. It also became the longest-charting song by a Korean artist on the Billboard Hot 100.

Artistic Style

Jimin's singing voice is often described as soft and sweet. He is known as an amazing dancer in BTS and in K-pop. People often praise his smooth and graceful movements and his charm on stage. In a 2018 documentary, Jimin talked about how he always tries to be perfect in his performances. In 2023, he shared that as a pop artist, he wants to be excellent at both dancing and singing. He also wants to perform many different types of music in a healthy way.

He has said that singer Rain inspired him to become a singer and performer.

Impact and Influence

Jimin is very popular. In surveys by Gallup Korea, he was ranked as one of the most popular idols. He was number one in 2018 and 2019, being the only idol to top the survey for two years in a row. In 2018, he was one of the most talked-about celebrities and musicians on Twitter worldwide. The Guardian newspaper also named him the 17th best boy band member in history.

In 2019, the Cultural Conservation Society gave Jimin an award. This was for performing a traditional Korean fan dance called buchaechum at the 2018 Melon Music Awards. His performance helped share this beautiful dance with people outside of Korea. In October 2021, he became the first idol to be number one in brand reputation for individual boy group idols for 34 months in a row.

Many new K-pop idols look up to Jimin as a role model. They try to learn from his dance style, actions, and stage presence. Media outlets have even called him the "Idol of Idols" or "Rookies' Bible." Some artists who have said Jimin influenced them include Hyunjin of Stray Kids, Wooyoung of Ateez, and Ni-ki of Enhypen.

Jimin's influence goes beyond K-pop. In 2019, famous director Gus Van Sant said he wanted to work with Jimin. In 2021, Olympic figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu shared that he is a BTS fan and that Jimin inspires his dance moves on the ice. In 2023, Ryan Gosling gave Jimin the guitar his character Ken used in the movie Barbie. This was because Jimin's outfit in the "Permission to Dance" music video inspired one of Ken's outfits in the movie.

In 2024, Forbes Korea included Jimin on their Power Celebrity 40 list at number seven. This made him the highest-ranking K-pop solo artist on the list. In 2025, Jimin was recognized on the Madame Tussauds Hot 100 list as a top K-pop star.

Helping Others

Jimin cares a lot about education and the arts. From 2016 to 2018, he paid for school uniforms for students at his old elementary school, Busan Hodong Elementary School. When the school closed, he donated uniforms to the last graduating class and gave signed albums to all the students.

In early 2019, Jimin donated money to the Busan Department of Education. This money helped students from families with low incomes. Part of the donation went to his old high school, Busan Arts High School. In July 2020, he donated more money to help talented students in South Jeolla Province who needed financial support for their education.

In July 2021, Jimin donated money to Rotary International to help people with polio. This donation was private at first but became known later. On October 12, he became a member of the Green Noble Club. This group is for people who have donated a lot of money to the Green Umbrella Children's Foundation.

In September 2022, Jimin made a donation to the Gangwon Provincial Office of Education. In February 2023, he donated money through the Korean UNICEF Committee to help children affected by the 2023 Turkey–Syria earthquake. In March, he donated money to the North Chungcheong Provincial Office of Education to buy books and support reading programs for students. In August, Jimin participated in a program to support welfare in his hometown district of Nam District, Busan. He donated the maximum amount allowed and gave his donor gifts to people in need. In February 2024, he was honored for his contributions to the district's welfare programs. In May, he donated money to create a scholarship for students who are struggling financially in South Gyeongsang Province.

In September 2024, Jimin donated money to fund scholarships and help with living and medical costs for Korean soldiers. This donation supports soldiers' families who have faced difficulties or loss. After his donation, Jimin was invited to join an honor society of the Community Chest of Korea. In December, he donated money to a project in Busan that helps improve living conditions for elderly people in the city.

Personal Life

Jimin used to live in Hannam-dong, Seoul, South Korea, with his bandmates. In 2021, he bought his own property in the same area.

Health

In 2017, during BTS's Wings Tour, Jimin could not perform in Macau because of neck and shoulder pain. The next year, in London for the Love Yourself World Tour, he had to miss a TV show performance due to severe muscle pain in his neck and back.

In 2022, Jimin was hospitalized for stomach pain and a sore throat. He had appendicitis surgery on January 31 and also tested positive for COVID-19. He recovered well from both.

Military Service

On November 22, 2023, Big Hit announced that Jimin, along with bandmates RM, V, and Jungkook, had started the process for their mandatory military service. He joined the military as an active duty soldier on December 12, 2023.

He completed his five weeks of basic training in January 2024. He was recognized as an outstanding trainee and received an award from the Division Commander. He was then assigned to an Artillery Unit. In June 2024, Jimin received an early promotion and was chosen as a Special Class Warrior for his excellent military performance. He is expected to finish his service on June 11, 2025.

Discography

• Face (2023)
• Muse (2024)

Filmography

Television

Awards and Recognitions

World Records

See also

In Spanish: Jimin para niños