BIBI
Profession: Musician
Born: September 27, 1998
Age: 27 years old
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Ulsan, South Korea
Known for: Her single “Bam Yang Gang”, and debut album Lowlife Princess: Noir.
Biography
BIBI is a South Korean singer, and songwriter well known for her chart-topping song titled “Bam Yang Gang” and her first studio album called “Lowlife Princess: Noir”. She has distinguished herself by blending R&B, and pop with an uncompromising artistic identity.
BIBI was born in Ulsan, South Korea. She grew up with her younger sister, Kim NaKyoung, who also made her debut with the girl group TripleS.
Bibi’s early interest in music came through writing songs and producing independently. She was discovered by Yoon Mi-rae when her self-produced work on SoundCloud came to attention. She signed with the label Feel Ghood Music in 2017.
She came through officially in 2019 with the single “Binu”, which was followed by a series of singles and EPs, including “Life is a Bi...”.
BIBI released an extended play in 2021, titled “Life is a Bi…” . She gained international exposure through one of the songs on the EP titled “The Weekend”. The song which is a collaboration with 88rising, expanded her reach beyond Korea. She formalized a global promotional deal with 88rising in late 2021, which increased awareness of her work in broader R&B, and K-pop adjacent scenes.
She released her first studio album on November 18, 2022, titled “Lowlife Princess: Noir “. The album include tracks like Animal Farm, Motospeed 24, Sweet Sorrow of Mother, BIBI Vengeance, and Jotto.
BIBI released the song “Bam Yang Gang”, in 2024. The song became her first number one on the Circle Digital Chart, and brought her a Perfect All-Kill, marking major commercial breakthrough. Another song titled “Sugar Rush” was released as its B-side.
BIBI has continue to evolve as a voice in Korean music. She is just like Cha Eun-woo who also joined acting with music. She acts in series such as The Worst of Evil and Hopeless.
Career Timeline
- 2019 – Binu (Single)
- 2020 – Kazino (Single)
- 2021 – Life is a Bi… (EP)
- 2021 – The Weekend (single)
- 2022 – Lowlife Princess: Noir (Album)
- 2023 – Amigos (with Becky G) (Single)
- 2024 – Bam Yang Gang (Single)
Personal Details
- Alternative name: Kim Hyeong-seo
- Nationality: South Korean
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches
- Siblings: Kim Nakyoung
- Official Website: Instagram- @nakedbibi
Trivia
- BIBI was discovered after uploading self-produced songs to SoundCloud.
- She has worked with 88rising, and helped bridged Korean indie and R&B sounds with international audiences.
- She was a contestant on the reality television show “The Fan”.
- Her song Kazino was nominated for R&B Track of the Year at the Korean Hip-hop Awards.
- She alao acts in film and TV in addition to making music.
- She can speak Korean and English.
- She won the Best Artist Award, Best solo musician, and New Wave award at Asia Artists Awards in 2024.
- She has an estimated net worth of over $1 million with earnings from music streaming and acting roles.