V (singer)
A baritone-voiced artist whose soulful solo work and magnetic stage persona made him a defining creative force within the global phenomenon BTS.
Born 1995 (age 31)·South Korean singer·Birthday: December 30·Millennials
Biography
Kim Tae-hyung, known as V, brought a distinct, jazz-inflected color to BTS. Hailing from Daegu, he joined Big Hit Entertainment with little formal training, developing his deep, resonant voice and artistic sensibility within the group's demanding system. While BTS's hip-hop and pop anthems dominated charts, V carved out a niche with his solo stages—moody, theatrical performances like "Singularity" that showcased his vocal depth and love for vintage aesthetics. His artistic curiosity extended beyond music into photography and painting, often shared with fans. This multifaceted approach defined his public image: one moment a playful, boxy-smiled comedian on variety shows, the next a brooding artist in a solo photoshoot. His role in the historical drama 'Hwarang' hinted at further creative dimensions, but it was his unique sonic and visual contributions that solidified his position as an essential, unpredictable pillar of the group's identity.
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.
V was born in 1995, 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 V Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
V's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Released his debut solo album 'Layover' in 2023, which debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart.
- His self-composed solo song "Scenery" surpassed 100 million streams on SoundCloud, a platform popular with the artist.
- Acted in the historical K-drama 'Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth', contributing the soundtrack song "It's Definitely You".
Did You Know?
He is a certified pet groomer and has a dog named Yeontan.
He learned to play the saxophone for his solo song "Christmas Tree."
He has an extensive collection of vintage clothing and cameras.
“I just want to be a person who can give hope and love to many people.”
