Jinjin
As the steady leader of Astro, he anchors the group with his sharp rap verses and choreography, shaping their sound from behind the scenes.
Born 1996 (age 30)·South Korean rapper·Birthday: March 15·Millennials
Biography
Park Jin-woo, performing as Jinjin, carries the quiet responsibility of leadership for the boy group Astro. While often displaying a bright, playful side on stage, his role extends far beyond performance. As the group's main rapper and one of its primary dancers, he brings a grounded, rhythmic intensity to their music. His creative contributions have grown steadily, with involvement in songwriting and production that helps define Astro's evolving identity. In a industry built on constant motion, Jinjin represents the reliable center, the member who helped guide the group through changes in lineup and musical direction with a focused dedication.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Jinjin was born in 1996, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Jinjin Was Born
The biggest hits of 1996
#1 Movie
Independence Day
Best Picture
The English Patient
#1 TV Show
ER
Jinjin's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1996Born
Dolly the sheep cloned
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $99,700Min wage: $4.75/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Macarena" — Los del RioBest Picture: The English Patient
2001Started school
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2009Became a teenager
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2012Could drive
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2014Could vote
Russia annexes Crimea; Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Gas: $3.37/galHome: $160,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Happy" — Pharrell WilliamsBest Picture: Birdman
2017Turned 21
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Turned 30
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Debuted as the leader and main rapper of the six-member boy group Astro in 2016 under Fantagio Entertainment.
- Co-wrote and co-produced tracks for Astro, including the song 'You Smile' from their 'All Light' album.
- Formed and promoted in the sub-unit 'Jinjin & Rocky', releasing the mini-album 'Restore' in 2022.
- Performed as a contestant on the Mnet competition show 'M Countdown' as part of a special stage for rappers.
Did You Know?
He was a trainee for approximately five years before debuting with Astro.
His stage name 'Jinjin' comes from his given name, Park Jin-woo.
He is known for having a black belt in Taekwondo.
He served as a special MC for several episodes of the music show 'The Show'.
“The rhythm in my head finds its feet long before it finds a microphone.”
