Yang Hyun-suk facts for kids

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| module = Musical careerYang Hyun-suk(Hangul: 양현석; born on January 9, 1970) is a famous South Korean music executive, rapper, dancer, and producer. He became well-known as a member of the popular group Seo Taiji and Boysin the 1990s. After the group broke up, he started his own company, YG Entertainment. This company grew to become one of the biggest music companies in South Korea.

Contents

• A Look at His Career

• Early Days: Seo Taiji & Boys (1992–1996)
• Building YG Entertainment (1996–2019)
• Returning to Music (2023–Present)

• His Personal Life
• Music He Released

• Albums

• TV Appearances

• TV Series

• Awards and Honors

• Awards
• State Honors
• Recognized Lists

A Look at His Career

Early Days: Seo Taiji & Boys (1992–1996)

The group Seo Taiji & Boys was formed in 1991. It included Seo Taiji, Lee Juno, and Yang Hyun-suk. Yang first met Seo when Seo wanted to learn how to dance from him. Yang was already a skilled dancer, part of early Korean dance groups like "Spark." He was very impressed by Seo's music. Yang then joined the group, and they later asked Lee Juno, another top dancer, to join them.

Seo Taiji & Boys had a huge impact on Korean music. Their song "Nan Arayo" ("I Know") was incredibly popular. The group was also known for challenging rules. For example, a song called "Shidaeyugam" ("Regret of the Times") led to changes in how music was approved in Korea. The group decided to go their separate ways in 1996. Each member then started their own solo projects.

Building YG Entertainment (1996–2019)

In 1996, Yang Hyun-suk started his own music company, YG Entertainment. He also released his first solo album, which included a song written by Seo Taiji. This was their first time working together again after their group disbanded.

Through YG Entertainment, Yang Hyun-suk helped many artists become very successful. Some of the famous groups and singers he produced include Jinusean, 1TYM, Wheesung, Gummy, Seven, Big Bang, 2NE1, Winner, iKon, Tablo, Epik High, Lee Hi, Blackpink, Treasure, BabyMonster, and Psy.

In June 2019, Yang Hyun-suk announced he would step down from his roles at YG Entertainment. His brother, Yang Min-suk, also resigned as CEO.

Returning to Music (2023–Present)

Since late 2023, Yang Hyun-suk has been more involved in the music scene again. He has been working closely on the production of new groups like BabyMonster. He mentioned that he felt a connection with the young members of BabyMonster because he has a daughter around their age.

In May 2024, YG Entertainment released a video where Yang Hyun-suk shared exciting plans for the future of BabyMonster and Treasure. This showed his continued dedication to developing new talent.

His Personal Life

Yang Hyun-suk started dating Lee Eun-ju in 2001. She was a member of the music group Swi.T. They got married in 2010. They have two children together, born in 2010 and 2012.

Music He Released

Albums

TV Appearances

Yang Hyun-suk has appeared on several TV shows, often as a judge or director.

TV Series

Awards and Honors

Yang Hyun-suk has received several awards for his work in the music industry.

Awards

State Honors

Recognized Lists