Nam Hyun-joon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nam Hyun-joon
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Nam on SBS Radio in 2020
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| Born | 30 January 1979 |
| Other names | Poppin' Hyun Joon |
| Occupation | Dancer, rapper, singer |
| Known for | Popping techniques |
| Spouse(s) | Park Aeri |
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| Genres | Dance, Urban, Hip hop |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Labels | Star Empire, Happy Face |
| Associated acts | Young Turks Club, A-Force |
| Nam Hyun-joon | |
| Hangul |
남현준
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| Revised Romanization | Nam Hyeonjun |
| McCune–Reischauer | Nam Hyŏnjun |
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팝핀현준
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| Revised Romanization | Pappin Hyeonjun |
| McCune–Reischauer | P'app'in Hyŏnjun |
Nam Hyun-joon (Hangul: 남현준; born January 30, 1979) is a famous South Korean dancer, rapper, and singer. He is often known by his stage name, Poppin' Hyun Joon (Hangul: 팝핀현준). He is especially famous for his amazing "popping" dance moves. Many people see him as a pioneer, or one of the first important figures, in South Korean breakdancing.
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About Poppin' Hyun Joon
Nam Hyun-joon is well-known for his exciting popping dance moves. These include styles like ticking, animation, tutting, and gliding. He is considered one of the most famous popping dancers in the world.
Because of his great dancing skills, he often trains other stars. He is also hired to create dance routines as a choreographer. Over the years, he has been part of several dance groups. Some of these groups include Cyborg G, FREEZE, and Newest35.
In December 2010, Hyun-joon married Park Aeri, a well-known Korean folk singer. He made a comeback to the music scene in September 2015 after six years.
How He Became Famous
After his group Young Turks Club broke up, Hyun-joon decided to become a professional dancer. His smooth and skilled moves quickly caught the attention of many Korean celebrities. One notable fan was Choi Hyun-joon from the group V.O.S.
Hyun-joon was greatly influenced by the famous dance group Seo Taiji and Boys. He even appeared in the music video "Amen" by Lee Juno.
In 2005, Hyun-joon released a song called 'Lion's Roar'. The lyrics of this song describe his hard work and strong dedication to dance. During this time, he became very popular in Korea. He even performed at the 2006 FIFA World Cup. He is also part of a dance group called Nam Hyun-joon and Kids. This name is a fun nod to the famous group Seo Taiji and Boys.
After his successful single, Hyun-joon released his first hip-hop album, One & Only, in 2007. A music video for the main song, "Don't Stop", was released. He promoted this song on TV music shows.
In late 2014, Hyun Joon won the National Creative-Economy Award. He received this award for his artist company, Poppin HyunJoon Art Company (PAC). He often appears on TV with his wife, Park Aeri. They promote a unique mix of traditional Korean music (Arirang) and popping dance.
On July 31, 2014, it was announced that Nam Hyun-joon had left Star Empire Entertainment. He then joined Happy Face Entertainment.
Performances and Acting
Poppin' Hyun Joon has appeared in several films and TV shows.
Films He Starred In
- Fly, Daddy, Fly (2006)
- Kung Fu Hip Hop (2008)
- The Wrath of Vajra (2013)
TV Dramas He Appeared In
- Over the Rainbow (2006)
- Poppin Hyun Joon – Poppin Dance Lecture (2007)
- Kungfu Hip Hop (2008)
Variety Shows
- King of Mask Singer (2020, MBC)
Music He Released
Singles
- Don't Stop (2005)
Albums
- One & Only
- Released: May 8, 2007
- Label: Star Empire Entertainment
- Format: CD, digital download
Awards He Won
Poppin' Hyun Joon has received awards for his work.
- 2020: He won the Top Excellence Award (Reality Category) at the 18th KBS Entertainment Awards. This was for his appearances on Mr. House Husband 2 and Immortal Songs: Singing the Legend with Park Aeri.
