WINNER

Who is WINNER?

WINNER (위너) is a South Korean boy group formed by YG Entertainment through the reality show WIN: Who Is Next in 2013. They officially debuted on August 17, 2014, with the album 2014 S/S. WINNER Members: Yoon, Jinu, Hoony, Mino.

WINNER Members Biodata

Detailed biodata of WINNER members: Kang Seungyoon, Kim Jinwoo, Lee Seunghoon, and Song Minho.

Kang Seungyoon (Yoon)

• Full Name: Kang Seungyoon (강승윤)
• Birthday: January 21, 1994
• Position: Leader, Main Vocalist
• Facts: He debuted as a solo artist before joining WINNER and is known for his deep, emotional voice.

Kim Jinwoo (Jinu)

• Full Name: Kim Jinwoo (김진우)
• Birthday: September 26, 1991
• Position: Lead Vocalist
• Facts: He is the eldest member and trained under BIGBANG’s Seungri.

Lee Seunghoon (Hoony)

• Full Name: Lee Seunghoon (이승훈)
• Birthday: January 11, 1992
• Position: Main Dancer, Rapper
• Facts: He was a finalist on K-pop Star Season 1 and choreographs WINNER’s performances.

Song Minho (Mino)

• Full Name: Song Minho (송민호)
• Birthday: March 30, 1993
• Position: Main Rapper
• Facts: He is also a successful solo artist and visual artist known for his creativity.

Nam Taehyun (Former Member)

• Full Name: Nam Taehyun (남태현)
• Birthday: May 10, 1994
• Position: Main Vocalist (2014-2016)
• Facts: He left WINNER in 2016 and later formed his own band, South Club.

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WINNER History

The complete history of WINNER, the K-pop group under YG Entertainment. Learn about their debut, achievements, and milestones.

Formation and Pre-Debut (2013)

WINNER was formed through YG Entertainment’s survival show WIN: Who Is Next in 2013. Competing as “Team A,” they won against “Team B” and earned the right to debut.

Official Debut (2014)

WINNER debuted on August 17, 2014, with the album 2014 S/S. Their debut was highly successful, with the title track “Empty” topping charts and winning multiple awards.

Continued Success and Musical Evolution (2015-2017)

After a brief hiatus, WINNER returned with the EXIT series. In 2017, they released the hit song “Really Really,” which became the first K-pop boy group song to surpass 100 million streams on Melon.

Chart-Topping Hits and Global Recognition (2018-2020)

WINNER continued their success with songs like “Millions,” “Everyday,” and “Ah Yeah.” They gained international recognition for their unique sound and artistic approach.

Military Enlistments and Group Hiatus (2021-Present)

Members Kim Jinwoo and Lee Seunghoon enlisted in the military in 2020, followed by Kang Seungyoon and Song Minho in 2022. WINNER is expected to make a full-group comeback post-enlistment.

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WINNER’s Top Songs

WINNER has produced multiple chart-topping hits, including:

• Really Really (2017) – The first K-pop boy group song to reach 100M streams on Melon.
• Love Me Love Me (2017)
• Everyday (2018)
• Millions (2018)
• Ah Yeah (2019)

WINNER Discography

Complete discography of WINNER, including albums, EPs, and singles from their debut to the present.

Studio Albums

• 2014 S/S (2014) – Songs: “Empty,” “Color Ring,” “Don’t Flirt”
• EVERYD4Y (2018) – Songs: “Everyday,” “Air,” “Movie Star”
• Remember (2020) – Songs: “Remember,” “Hold,” “Dduk”

Extended Plays (EPs)

• EXIT: E (2016) – Songs: “Baby Baby,” “Sentimental,” “I’m Young”
• WE (2019) – Songs: “Ah Yeah,” “Mola,” “Zoo”
• CROSS (2019) – Songs: “SOSO,” “OMG,” “Flamenco”
• HOLIDAY (2022) – Songs: “I LOVE U,” “10 MIN,” “FAMILY”

Singles

• Really Really (2017)
• Love Me Love Me (2017)
• Island (2017)
• Millions (2018)
• Hold (2020)

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• WINNER was formed through the survival show WIN: Who Is Next in 2013.
• They debuted on August 17, 2014, under YG Entertainment.
• Their debut album 2014 S/S topped multiple charts, making them one of the most successful rookie groups.
• “Really Really” was the first song by a K-pop boy group to surpass 100 million streams on Melon.
• WINNER is known for their self-produced music, with members actively participating in songwriting and composition.
• Song Minho (Mino) is also a visual artist and has held his own art exhibitions.
• Kang Seungyoon started his career as a soloist before becoming the leader of WINNER.
• Kim Jinwoo was the first member to enlist in the military, followed by Lee Seunghoon, Song Minho, and Kang Seungyoon.
• WINNER has a strong international fanbase and has held concerts around the world.
• Despite military service interruptions, WINNER remains a strong and active group, with a comeback expected after all members complete their service.

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• Instagram: @winnercity
• Twitter: @yg_winnercity
• YouTube: (www . youtube . com/@WINNER) WINNER Official
• Facebook: (www . facebook . com/OfficialYGWINNER) WINNER Official
• Weibo: (weibo . com/WINNEROfficial) WINNER Official
• V LIVE: (www . vlive . tv/channel/FD624B) WINNER Channel
• TikTok: @winner_official

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Why is WINNER So Popular?

WINNER is known for their versatility, blending pop, R&B, and hip-hop. They are praised for their self-produced music, stylish image, and emotional lyrics that resonate with fans worldwide.