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I.N
I.N in September 2024
Born
Yang Jeongin

(2001-01-08) January 8, 2001 (age 23)
NationalitySouth Korea
EducationSchool of Performing Arts Seoul
Occupations
  • Singer
  • Rapper
  • Songwriter
Years active2018–present
Musical career
Genres
  • K-pop
  • hip hop
  • electronica
Labels
Member of
Korean name
Hangul
양정인
Hanja
Revised RomanizationYang Jeongin
McCune–ReischauerYang Chŏngin
Stage name
Hangul
아이엔
Revised RomanizationAien
McCune–ReischauerAie*n

Yang Jeong-in (Korean양정인; born February 8, 2001), known professionally as I.N, is a South Korean singer. He debuted with Stray Kids on March 25, 2018, with the EP I Am Not.

In 2019, I.N made a cameo appearance in the final episode of the web series A-Teen 2.

Early life and education

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Yang Jeong-in was born on February 8, 2000, in Busan, South Korea. He is the middle child of three sons. Prior to training to be a K-Pop idol, he considered becoming a priest. He graduated from School of Performing Arts Seoul in February 2021.

Career

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2017-present: Stray Kids and solo music

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I.N in January 2020

I.N trained at JYP Entertainment and participated in the Stray Kids survival program in late 2017.[1] He debuted with Stray Kids with the EP I Am Not on March 25, 2018, through a debut showcase at Jangchung Arena.[2]

In 2019, I.N made his acting debut with a cameo appearance in the final episode of the web series A-Teen 2, alongside fellow Stray Kids member Hyunjin.[3] On 15 January 2021, I.N released his debut solo song, "Maknae on Top," through the SKZ-PLAYER series, featuring fellow bandmates Bang Chan and Changbin.[4] In 2022, I.N released his solo track "Hug Me" as part of Stray Kids' SKZ-Record series. He co-wrote the song, showcasing his involvement in both singing and songwriting.[5]

In October, I.N collaborated with fellow Stray Kids member Seungmin to release the song "Can't Stop," which was featured on the group's seventh EP, Maxident. The song ranked sixth on Billboard's review of the EP.[6] Additionally, during Stray Kids' Maniac world tour, he collaborated with fellow member Lee Know to perform a cover of Harry Styles' song "Falling."[7]

Artistry

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Influences

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I.N draws inspiration from artists like Charlie Puth and Bruno Mars, with the latter being his role model.[8]

Impact and influence

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Billboard ranked I.N ninth in their 2024 K-Pop Artist 100 chart.[8]

Other ventures

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Fashion

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I.N attended the Alexander McQueen show during Paris Fashion Week twice, with his first appearance at the brand's spring 2024 show in October 2023.[9] In May 2024, I.N made his Met Gala debut with Stray Kids as the guest of Tommy Hilfiger.[10] In September, he made his debut at Milan Fashion Week by attending the Bottega Veneta spring 2025 show, where he sat front row alongside A$AP Rocky and Kendall Jenner. In addition, I.N. has previously been featured in Bottega Veneta for various editorials, including a cover story for Rolling Stone UK.[11]

Philanthropy

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I.N donated 100 million (US$76,589.47) for the healthy growth of underprivileged children in Korea, as reported on June 7, 2024. He became the youngest member of the 'Green Noble Club' by Green Umbrella.[12]

Discography

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Song Year Album
"Hug Me" 2022 SKZ-Replay
"Maknae On Top"
"Untitled" (미제) 2024 Non-album single

Filmography

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Television shows

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List of TV shows, showing year aired and notes
Year Title Roles Notes Ref.
2017 Stray Kids Contestant Debuted with Stray Kids [13]
2020 Favourite Entertainment Contestant Eliminated in Audition [14]
2023 King of Mask Singer Contestant
as Catnip
Eliminated in Round 2 [15]

Web shows

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2019 A-Teen 2 Cha Ah-hyun's friend Cameo (Ep. 16) [3]

Hosting

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2019 Show! Music Core Special MC [16]

References

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  1. ^ "JYP 리얼리티 쇼 'Stray Kids'" [JYP Reality Show 'Stray Kids']. KBS News (in Korean). South Korea. October 17, 2017. Archived from the original on December 28, 2023. Retrieved December 28, 2023.
  2. ^ Yoon, Min-sik. "JYP's Stray Kids to officially debut on March 25". The Korea Herald. Herald Corporation. Archived from the original on March 6, 2018. Retrieved March 7, 2018.
  3. ^ a b Ji, Yeon-ju (June 21, 2019). "'아이돌라디오' 스트레이키즈, 연기→자작곡 못하는 게 뭐야?" ['Idol Radio' Stray Kids, Acting→Self-producing What Can't They Do?]. Newsen (in Korean). Retrieved June 13, 2024.
  4. ^ Bell, Crystal (15 January 2021). "Stray Kids Member I.N Releases Confident Anthem "Maknae on Top"". Teen Vogue. Archived from the original on 8 May 2024. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
  5. ^ Young, Hana (21 December 2022). "스트레이 키즈, 멤버 전원이 직접 작업한 솔로곡 수록한 디지털 앨범 발매" [Stray Kids releases digital album featuring solo songs written by all members]. Chosun Biz (in Korean). Archived from the original on 19 March 2024. Retrieved October 19, 2024.
  6. ^ Benjamin, Jeff (October 13, 2022). "Every Song Ranked on Stray Kids' 'Maxident': Critic's Picks". Billboard. Archived from the original on March 26, 2023. Retrieved October 19, 2024.
  7. ^ Bell, Crystal (September 16, 2022). "Stray Kids Profile: SKZ on Touring, Connection, and Bringing "Genuine" Energy to the Stage". Teen Vogue. Archived from the original on October 7, 2024. Retrieved October 19, 2024.
  8. ^ a b Benjamin, Jeff (February 27, 2024). "The 2024 Billboard K-Pop Artist 100". Billboard. Archived from the original on March 19, 2024. Retrieved October 19, 2024.
  9. ^ Menon, Maya (March 3, 2024). "Vogue's best looks from the Alexander McQueen fall/winter 2024 show". Vogue. Retrieved October 14, 2024.
  10. ^ "Stray Kids Met Gala Debut in Tommy Hilfiger". Billboard. May 6, 2024. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  11. ^ Street, Mikelle (September 22, 2024). "Stray Kids' I.N. Gets Playful in Newsprint Outfit for Front Row at Bottega Veneta's Milan Fashion Week Spring 2025 Show". WWD. Retrieved October 14, 2024.
  12. ^ "스트레이 키즈 멤버 아이엔, 최연소 1억 이상 기부 클럽에" [Stray Kids Member I.N Becomes the Youngest Person to Donate Over 100 Million Won to the Club]. The Chosun Ilbo (in Korean). June 8, 2024. Retrieved August 20, 2024.
  13. ^ Shin, Mi-rae (October 13, 2017). "스트레이 키즈 한지성·김승민·양정인, JYP 샛별 출격 준비 완료" [Stray Kids Han Ji-sung·Kim Seung-min·Yang Jeong-in, JYP New Star is ready]. Maeil Business Newspaper (in Korean). Retrieved October 11, 2024.
  14. ^ Lim Joo-hee (July 11, 2020). '최애 엔터테인먼트' 현직 아이돌들의 동영상 심사! 스트레이 키즈, 아스트로, 펜타곤 지원자들의 특징은?! ['My Love Entertainment' video screening of current idols! What are the characteristics of Stray Kids, Astro, and Pentagon applicants?!]. iMBC. Archived from the original on October 21, 2020. Retrieved 2020-10-19.
  15. ^ Park, Jin-young (July 14, 2024). "'복면가왕' 캣닢=스트레이 키즈 아이엔...회사 줄게 3라운드行" ['King of Masked Singer' Catnip=Stray Kids I.N...I'll Give You a Company advanced to the Third Round]. Joy News 24 (in Korean). Retrieved October 11, 2024.
  16. ^ Bae, Su-jeong (21 September 2019). '쇼 음악중심(음중)' 세븐틴X라붐X드림캐쳐 컴백무대… 스페셜 MC 스트레이키즈 아이엔 출격 ['Show Music Core' Seventeen X Dream Catcher Comeback Stage... Special MC Stray Kids I.N appears]. Topstar News (in Korean). Retrieved April 30, 2024.
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