Jun. K
A powerhouse vocalist and creative engine behind 2PM, shaping the bold, muscular sound that defined the group's legacy.
Born 1988 (age 38)·South Korean singer·Birthday: January 15·Millennials
Biography
Before Jun. K became a mainstay of K-pop's 'beastly idol' era with 2PM, he was Kim Min-jun, a trainee with a raw, soulful voice that stood out for its power and emotional depth. Debuting in 2008, he quickly established himself as the group's main vocalist, but his impact went far beyond singing. He emerged as a crucial songwriter and producer within the team, crafting hits that leveraged 2PM's intense performance style and masculine image. Tracks like the explosive 'Go Crazy!' and the sleek 'My House' bear his creative signature, helping to steer the group's musical direction for years. His artistic identity evolved in parallel with his personal one; he publicly changed his legal name for family reasons, a decision that showed a thoughtful separation between the private man and the stage persona. Through solo albums and consistent contributions to 2PM's discography, Jun. K cemented his reputation as a complete artist in an industry often focused on performance alone.
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.
Jun. was born in 1988, 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 Jun. Was Born
The biggest hits of 1988
#1 Movie
Rain Man
Best Picture
Rain Man
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Jun.'s Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1988Born
Pan Am Flight 103 bombed over Lockerbie
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $74,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Faith" — George MichaelBest Picture: Rain Man
1993Started school
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
2001Became a teenager
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
2004Could drive
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2006Could vote
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2009Turned 21
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
2018Turned 30
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2026Age 38 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- As main vocalist of 2PM, he helped lead the group to numerous number-one hits on South Korean music charts.
- He wrote and composed several of 2PM's major singles, including 'Go Crazy!' and 'My House'.
- He has released multiple solo albums and EPs in both Korea and Japan, showcasing his R&B and pop songwriting.
Did You Know?
He changed his legal name from Kim Jun-su to Kim Min-jun in 2012 due to family reasons, but kept his stage name Jun. K.
He was a contestant on the survival show 'Hot Blood Men' which formed the group 2PM.
He served his mandatory military service as an active-duty soldier in the South Korean army.
“Music is my way of telling the most honest story.”
