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Who is Monsta X?
Monsta X (몬스타엑스) is a South Korean boy group formed by Starship Entertainment through the survival show No.Mercy in 2015. Known for their powerful performances and genre-blending music, they have captivated fans worldwide. Monsta X initially consisted of seven members: Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, I.M, Wonho.
Monsta X Members – Complete Biodata
Detailed biodata of Monsta X members including their birthdates, positions, and fun facts.
Shownu
- Full Name: Son Hyun-woo (손현우)
- Birthdate: June 18, 1992
- Position: Leader, Main Dancer, Vocalist
- Fun Fact: Former JYP trainee and almost debuted with GOT7.
Minhyuk
- Full Name: Lee Min-hyuk (이민혁)
- Birthdate: November 3, 1993
- Position: Vocalist, Visual
- Fun Fact: Known for his bright personality and artistic skills.
Kihyun
- Full Name: Yoo Ki-hyun (유기현)
- Birthdate: November 22, 1993
- Position: Main Vocalist
- Fun Fact: Has released multiple solo OSTs for K-dramas.
Hyungwon
- Full Name: Chae Hyung-won (채형원)
- Birthdate: January 15, 1994
- Position: Vocalist, Dancer, Visual
- Fun Fact: Also a DJ under the name DJ H.ONE.
Joohoney
- Full Name: Lee Joo-heon (이주헌)
- Birthdate: October 6, 1994
- Position: Main Rapper, Vocalist
- Fun Fact: Known for his powerful rap and charismatic stage presence.
I.M
- Full Name: Im Chang-kyun (임창균)
- Birthdate: January 26, 1996
- Position: Rapper, Maknae
- Fun Fact: Fluent in English due to his time living in the U.S.
Wonho (Former Member) – Left in 2019
- Full Name: Lee Ho-seok (이호석)
- Birthdate: March 1, 1993
- Position: Vocalist, Dancer
- Fun Fact: Now a successful solo artist.
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Top Monsta X Songs
- Hero (2015)
- Dramarama (2017) – First music show win
- Shoot Out (2018)
- Love Killa (2020)
- Rush Hour (2021)
Monsta X – History
The history and journey of Monsta X from debut to present.
Formation and Debut (2015)
Monsta X was formed through the survival show No.Mercy, which aired in late 2014 to early 2015. The final lineup consisted of seven members: Shownu, Wonho, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, and I.M. They officially debuted on May 14, 2015 with their first EP, Trespass, showcasing their powerful hip-hop and EDM-inspired sound.
Breakthrough and Rise to Fame (2016-2018)
In 2016, Monsta X gained recognition with their The Clan series, particularly with songs like All In and Fighter. Their popularity surged in 2017 with the release of Beautiful and their first music show win with Dramarama in November of that year.
International Success (2019-Present)
By 2019, Monsta X had established a global presence, releasing their first full English-language album, All About Luv, which charted on the Billboard 200. They also performed at major international events like Jingle Ball.
Despite the departure of Wonho in 2019, the group continued strong, releasing hit albums and solidifying their status as one of K-pop’s top acts.
Recent Activities
Monsta X continues to evolve musically, with members engaging in solo projects and group activities. They remain a powerful force in the K-pop industry, known for their dynamic performances and diverse discography.
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Monsta X – Complete Discography
Complete discography of Monsta X including albums, EPs, and singles.
Studio Albums
- The Clan Pt. 2.5: The Final Chapter (2017)
- Take.1 Are You There? (2018)
- Take.2 We Are Here (2019)
- Fatal Love (2020)
- The Dreaming (English Album, 2021)
- Reason (2023)
Extended Plays (EPs)
- Trespass (2015)
- Rush (2015)
- The Clan Pt. 1 Lost (2016)
- The Clan Pt. 2 Guilty (2016)
- Shine Forever (2017)
- Follow: Find You (2019)
- No Limit (2021)
- Shape of Love (2022)
English Albums
- All About Luv (2020)
- The Dreaming (2021)
Japanese Albums
- Piece (2018)
- Phenomenon (2019)
- Flavors of Love (2021)
Notable Singles
- Hero (2015)
- Beautiful (2017)
- Jealousy (2018)
- Shoot Out (2018)
- Alligator (2019)
- Dramarama (2017)
- Love Killa (2020)
- Gambler (2021)
- Rush Hour (2021)
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Monsta X – Fun Facts
Below, the interesting facts about Monsta X, their music, achievements, and fun trivia.
- Monsta X was formed through the reality survival show No.Mercy by Starship Entertainment.
- The group debuted on May 14, 2015 with the EP Trespass.
- Their fandom name is MONBEBE, which means “my baby” in French.
- They have performed in multiple countries and are known for their global influence.
- Monsta X is one of the few K-pop groups to have songs in English, expanding their international reach.
- They have charted on the Billboard 200 multiple times.
- They won their first music show award with Dramarama on November 14, 2017.
- Monsta X was invited to perform at Jingle Ball in the U.S., becoming one of the first K-pop groups to do so.
- Shownu was a backup dancer for Lee Hyori before debuting with Monsta X.
- Minhyuk is known for his artistic talents and has designed official group merchandise.
- Kihyun has a powerful voice and has released several solo OSTs for Korean dramas.
- Hyungwon is also a DJ under the stage name DJ H.ONE.
- Joohoney is a talented rapper and has competed in rap survival shows like Show Me the Money.
- I.M is fluent in English and spent part of his childhood in the U.S.
- Wonho (former member) is now a successful solo artist with a dedicated fanbase.
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Monsta X’s Global Influence
Monsta X has established a strong international presence, releasing music in multiple languages, collaborating with artists like Pitbull and Steve Aoki, and performing in the U.S. and other countries.
Monsta X – Official Social Media Accounts
List of official Monsta X social media accounts to stay updated on their latest activities.
Follow Monsta X on their official platforms:
- Official Website: www . monstax-e . com
- Twitter: @OfficialMonstaX
- Instagram: @official_monsta_x
- Facebook: Official Monsta X
- YouTube: Monsta X Official
- TikTok: @official_monstax
- Weibo: Monsta X Weibo (weibo . com/monstax)
- V Live (Archived): Monsta X V Live (www . vlive . tv/channel/F94BD)
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