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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Kang Taehyun |
| Born | February 5, 2002 Yeoksam-Dong, Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2019–present |
| Labels | Big Hit Music |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 강태현 |
| Revised Romanization | Gang Taehyeon |
| McCune–Reischauer | Kang T'aehyŏn |
Kang Taehyun (Hangul: 강태현; born February 5, 2002), known mononymously as Taehyun, is a South Korean singer and member of the boy band Tomorrow X Together (TXT), formed by Big Hit Music. He debuted with the group in 2019.
Early life
[edit]Kang Taehyun was born in Yeoksam-Dong, Seoul, South Korea. As a child, he wanted to be a boxer or a magician, but also dreamed of becoming a singer. To avoid drawing too much attention to his singing aspirations, he kept this dream a secret. However, he decided to take a chance by auditioning for singing, not wanting to regret never trying.[1]
Education
[edit]Taehyun attended Eonbuk Middle School and graduated from Hanlim Arts High School on February 9, 2021[2]
Pre-debut
[edit]Prior to his debut, Taehyun worked extensively as a child model and commercial actor from the age of 2. He appeared in advertisements for major brands including Dettol[3] and Samsung Financial Group.[4] He modeled children's clothing, including a campaign for Inner Children wear featured in Fashion Chosun.[5] He also modeled for Pororo children's laptop toy.[6]
In 2009, Taehyun appeared on a segment of SBS News related to children's growth plates, further showcasing his early media exposure.[7]
Taehyun was also a finalist in auditions to voice Sosuke in the Korean dub of Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo. Although he was one of the top two candidates, he was ultimately not selected due to slight pronunciation issues, attributed to having recently lost his baby teeth.[8]
He also appeared in several English-language educational videos (Tun-Tun English) for children starting in 2007.[9][10][11]
A fan café titled Kang Taehyun Boom was established on Daum in 2008 when he was just six years old, though it has since been closed.[12]
Before becoming a trainee, Taehyun initially turned down Big Hit Music’s offer multiple times, as he was focused on academics and had plans for a stable career path. He was described as mature and realistic for his age, with strong passion for his studies. However, after persistent scouting and honest conversations, he eventually decided to join the agency.[13]
Taehyun’s older sister played a key role in encouraging him to join Big Hit as a trainee, offering him support when his parents were not fully on board and he was unsure about the decision. She was the first person he called when he found out he made the debut lineup.[14]
He joined Big Hit Music as a trainee on March 2, 2016, and trained for several years before debuting with TXT.
Career
[edit]2002–present: TXT debut and activities
[edit]Taehyun debuted on March 4, 2019, as a member of TXT with the release of the EP The Dream Chapter: Star. Since then, the group has released several albums, achieving both domestic and international success.
In 2021, Taehyun co-hosted the EBS radio show Listen with bandmate Hueningkai from January 10 to May 2.[15][16] They read and reacted to stories sent in by listeners their age, offering comfort and support.
On February 23, 2022, Taehyun, along with bandmate Yeonjun, collaborated with American singer-songwriter Salem Ilese and DJ Alan Walker to release the single "PS5".[17]
From December 29, 2023, to March 29, 2024, Taehyun starred as himself in the 12-episode web variety series Academy Reincarnation, where he explored various skills and professions.[18] The episodes were released on the YouTube channel funniest_pawnshop, which was launched for the series.
On April 17, 2024, Taehyun became a Guinness World Record holder after participating in the 8th World Record Road for Kendama. He was the first participant in the successful attempt to set the record for the longest consecutive Kendama ball catches. His involvement was officially recognized by Guinness World Records.[19]
On June 5, 2024, Japanese artist Yamashita Tomohisa released the song "Perfect Storm (feat. Taehyun of Tomorrow X Together)" as part of the official soundtrack for the television drama Blue Moment.[20]
Original Soundtracks
[edit]| Year | Title | Drama/Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Can't Stop (with Hueningkai) | Brewing Love | Opening theme; released on November 18, 2024 |
| 2024 | Perfect Storm (feat. Tomohisa Yamashita) | Blue Moment | Japanese OST; released on June 5, 2024 |
| 2025 | Surfing in the Moonlight (with Hueningkai) | Melo Movie | Released on February 14, 2025 |
Songwriting/Composing credits
[edit]Since his debut with Tomorrow X Together, Taehyun has actively contributed to the group's discography as a songwriter and composer.
| Year | Song | Album/EP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | "Sweat" | The Dream Chapter: MAGIC | Unreleased |
| 2020 | "Maze in the Mirror" | The Dream Chapter: ETERNITY | |
| "Ghosting" | minisode1: Blue Hour | ||
| "Wishlist" | minisode1: Blue Hour | ||
| 2021 | "What If I Had Been That PUMA" | The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE | |
| "Dear Sputnik" | The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE | ||
| "MOA Diary (Dubaddu Wari Wari)" | The Chaos Chapter: FIGHT OR ESCAPE | ||
| "MOA Diary (Dubaddu Wari Wari)" (Japanese version) | Chaotic Wonderland | ||
| "No Rules" | The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE | ||
| "Sweet Dreams" | Digital Single | ||
| 2022 | "Opening Sequence" | minisode 2: Thursday’s Child | |
| "Trust Fund Baby" | minisode 2: Thursday’s Child | ||
| "Thursday’s Child Has Far To Go" | minisode 2: Thursday’s Child | ||
| 2023 | "Happy Fools (feat. Coi Leray)" | The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION | |
| "Happy Fools" (TXT version) | The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION | Promotions version | |
| "Tinnitus (Wanna Be a Rock)" | The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION | ||
| "Growing Pain" | The Name Chapter: FREEFALL | ||
| "Happily Ever After" | The Name Chapter: FREEFALL | ||
| "Blue Spring" | The Name Chapter: FREEFALL | ||
| "Ring" | GOOD BOY GONE BAD / SWEET | Japanese Albums | |
| 2024 | "I’ll See You There Tomorrow" | minisode 3: TOMORROW | |
| "Miracle" | minisode 3: TOMORROW | ||
| "The Killa (I Belong to You)" | minisode 3: TOMORROW | ||
| "Quarter Life" | minisode 3: TOMORROW | ||
| "Higher Than Heaven" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY | ||
| "Resist (Not Gonna Run Away)" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY | ||
| "Heaven" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY | ||
| "Danger" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY |
Background vocal credits
[edit]Since debuting with Tomorrow X Together, Taehyun has provided background vocals on numerous tracks across their discography including original songs and covers.
| Year | Song Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | "Blue Orangeade" | The Dream Chapter: STAR |
| 2019 | "Crown" | The Dream Chapter: STAR |
| 2019 | "Cat & Dog" | The Dream Chapter: STAR |
| 2019 | "New Rules" | The Dream Chapter: MAGIC |
| 2019 | "Run Away" | The Dream Chapter: MAGIC |
| 2019 | "Can't We Just Leave the Monster Alive" | The Dream Chapter: MAGIC |
| 2019 | "20cm" | The Dream Chapter: MAGIC |
| 2019 | "Angel or Devil" | The Dream Chapter: MAGIC |
| 2019 | "Sweat" | Unreleased |
| 2020 | "Drama" | The Dream Chapter: ETERNITY |
| 2020 | "Ghosting" | minisode 3: TOMORROW |
| 2020 | "Wishlist" | minisode 3: TOMORROW |
| 2020 | "Way Home" | minisode 3: TOMORROW |
| 2020 | "Ito" | Still Dreaming (JP) |
| 2020 | "Stay (cover)" | Non-album |
| 2020 | "Blue Hour" | minisode1: Blue Hour |
| 2020 | "We Lost the Summer" | minisode1: Blue Hour |
| 2021 | "0X1=LOVESONG" | The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE |
| 2021 | "What If I Had Been That Puma" | The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE |
| 2021 | "No Rules" | The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE |
| 2021 | "Loser Lover" | The Chaos Chapter: FIGHT OR ESCAPE |
| 2021 | "Moa Diary" | The Chaos Chapter: FIGHT OR ESCAPE |
| 2021 | "Let Me (cover)" | Non-album |
| 2021 | "Ice Cream" | The Chaos Chapter: FIGHT OR ESCAPE |
| 2022 | "Opening Sequence" | minisode 2: Thursday's Child |
| 2022 | "Good Boy Gone Bad" | minisode 2: Thursday's Child |
| 2022 | "Thursday's Child Has Far To Go" | minisode 2: Thursday's Child |
| 2022 | "Trust Fund Baby" | minisode 2: Thursday's Child |
| 2023 | "Sugar Rush Ride" | The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION |
| 2023 | "Happy Fools" | The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION |
| 2023 | "Tinnitus (Wanna Be a Rock)" | The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION |
| 2023 | "Hydrangea Love" | JP album: SWEET |
| 2023 | "Blue Spring" | The Name Chapter: FREEFALL |
| 2023 | "Happily Ever After" | The Name Chapter: FREEFALL |
| 2023 | "Dreamer" | The Name Chapter: FREEFALL |
| 2024 | "I'll See You There Tomorrow" | minisode 3: TOMORROW |
| 2024 | "Deja Vu" | minisode 3: TOMORROW |
| 2024 | "Miracle" | minisode 3: TOMORROW |
| 2024 | "Quarter Life" | minisode 3: TOMORROW |
| 2024 | "We'll Never Change" | JP Single |
| 2024 | "Heaven" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY |
| 2024 | "Over the Moon" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY |
| 2024 | "Danger" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY |
| 2024 | "Resist" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY |
| 2024 | "Forty One Winks" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY |
| 2024 | "Higher Than Heaven" | The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY |
| 2025 | "Love Language" | Digital Single |
Philanthropy
[edit]Taehyun has shown a consistent commitment to supporting youth and cultural development through charitable donations. On February 5, 2024, in celebration of his 23rd birthday, he donated 25 million won to the Community Chest of Korea's "Love Fruit" campaign. The donation aimed to assist young people from culturally underprivileged backgrounds by funding educational and mentoring programs. These programs help youth expand their understanding and skills in arts and culture, including video production, literature, and visual arts. Taehyun expressed his gratitude, stating that he wanted to give back to his fans and hoped his contribution would provide strength to those in need.[21]
Continuing his philanthropic efforts, on February 5, 2025, Taehyun donated another 25 million won to the Community Chest of Korea. This donation was also dedicated to art and culture education and mentoring projects for young people in culturally disadvantaged areas, helping them develop their creative skills.[22]
References
[edit]- ^ "TXT Taehyun interview". Weverse Magazine. 2020-03-04. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ^ "Fans celebrate TOMORROW x TOGETHER's 'Hanlimz' graduating from high school by sharing their adorable yearbook photos". Allkpop. 9 February 2021. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
- ^ "Taehyun Dettol CF". Facebook. 2025-06-05. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
- ^ "Taehyun Samsung Financial Group CF". Facebook. 2025-06-05. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
- ^ "어린이 모델 전성시대…'이너청춘' 등 아동복 주목". Fashion Chosun. 2008-12-10. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ^ "[인스티즈 게시물 제목 또는 간단한 설명]". Instiz (in Korean). 2025-06-03. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ "Taehyun on SBS News (2009)". SBS News. 2009. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ^ "TXT Taehyun talks about Ponyo voice audition". YouTube. 2023-05-14. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ^ "KANG TAEHYUN [SPEAK ENGLISH 1] – CHILDHOOD VIDEO". YouTube. 25 March 2019.
- ^ "KANG TAEHYUN [SPEAK ENGLISH 2] – CHILDHOOD VIDEO". YouTube.
- ^ "KANG TAEHYUN [SPEAK ENGLISH 3] – CHILDHOOD VIDEO". YouTube. 25 March 2019.
- ^ "KBooM Cafe". Daum Cafe. Retrieved June 5, 2025.
- ^ "TXT's Taehyun: The weight of sincerity". Weverse Magazine. 2022-10-31. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ^ "TXT Taehyun calls sister first after debut lineup". Weverse Magazine. 2020-03-04. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ^ "TXT Chosen As New DJs For EBS Radio Show". Soompi. January 4, 2021. Retrieved June 4, 2025.
- ^ "TXT's Huening Kai And Taehyun To Step Down As DJs Of EBS Radio Show". Soompi. April 30, 2021. Retrieved June 4, 2025.
- ^ "PS5 (song)". Wikipedia. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
- ^ "Academy Reincarnation: TXT Taehyun stars in new Weverse series". Weverse Magazine. 2024-03-29. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ^ "TXT's Taehyun Is Now A Guinness World Record Holder!". Hype Malaysia. 2025-03-15. Retrieved 2025-05-15.
- ^ "山下智久、新曲「Perfect Storm」にTXT・テヒョンがゲスト参加 ドラマ『ブルーモーメント』主題歌でコラボ実現". Oricon (in Japanese). 2024-06-05. Retrieved 2025-06-05.
- ^ "TXT's Taehyun donates 25 million won to support youth arts education". SourceName. February 5, 2024. Retrieved June 4, 2025.
- ^ "TXT's Taehyun donates on his birthday to support youth arts education". SourceName. February 5, 2025. Retrieved June 4, 2025.