TAEYANG

TAEYANG is active as of 2026-11-15.

The stage name TAEYANG means "sun" in Korean. It is known that he chose the name because the sun is the brightest of the countless stars in the universe. Since the name is simply the Korean word read as it is, fans around the world also call him TAEYANG.

TAEYANG made his solo debut on May 2, 2008, with his first mini album, Hot, led by the song "Only Look at Me." It was the first album released under his own name while he was active as a member of BIGBANG. If you are curious about his solo music, start with this song.

TAEYANG is managed by THEBLACKLABEL, and news of the signing came in December 2022. Official news about his solo albums, performances and other activities can be found through THEBLACKLABEL's notices and channels. For accurate information, rely on the agency's announcements rather than unofficial accounts.

TAEYANG is a member of BIGBANG, a group that debuted in 2006. Alongside his work with BIGBANG, he has steadily released solo albums since 2008. Listening to both BIGBANG songs and his solo tracks lets you feel the different appeal of his group and solo music.

Fans who support TAEYANG are generally known by BIGBANG's official fandom name, V.I.P. V.I.P also cheers on his solo activities. For fan-related information, the most accurate source is the notices from his agency, THEBLACKLABEL, and his official channels, rather than unofficial accounts.

TAEYANG's first full-length album is Solar, released in 2010, and "I Need a Girl" and "I'll Be There" are known as its lead songs. Following his debut mini album, Hot, it was the release that fully presented his solo music. It is a good album to explore after his debut work.

"Eyes, Nose, Lips" is a song TAEYANG released in 2014 on his second full-length album, RISE. The song won Song of the Year honors at the 2014 MAMA, Melon Music Awards and Golden Disc Awards. It is one of the tracks most often mentioned when people talk about his signature songs.

WHITE NIGHT is a full-length album TAEYANG released in 2017, led by "DARLING" and "WAKE ME UP." Following his earlier albums, it presents his R&B-based music. "DARLING" has a calm, gentle mood, while "WAKE ME UP" is more upbeat, so the two songs make a nice contrast.

TAEYANG's music is centered on R&B, with hip-hop and dance elements added in. He is known for his dancing as well as his singing, so his stages showcase both vocals and performance. Watching his stage videos alongside the recordings brings out the appeal of his music even more.

News about TAEYANG's new music and concerts is announced through THEBLACKLABEL's official notices and channels, so check there first. If you are new, start with "Only Look at Me" and "Eyes, Nose, Lips." Concert tickets should only be bought through official sellers. Please avoid scalped tickets, invading the artist's privacy and filming where it is not allowed.