Yuna (singer, born 2003)
As the youngest member of ITZY, she brings a vibrant, playful energy that has helped define the group's signature 'self-love' anthems for a generation.
Born 2003 (age 23)·South Korean rapper and singer·Birthday: December 9·Generation Z
Biography
Shin Yu-na, known simply as Yuna, stepped into the spotlight in 2019 as a teenager with JYP Entertainment's girl group ITZY. Her journey wasn't just about joining a pre-formed unit; she was part of the foundational chemistry that from day one delivered hits like 'DALLA DALLA,' which immediately captured the Korean music scene with its brash confidence. Yuna's role often involves sharp rap verses and bright, powerful vocals, but it's her stage presence—a mix of charismatic smiles and precise, energetic dance—that makes her a focal point. Beyond the group's synchronized power, she has begun carving a solo path, releasing her debut EP 'Ice Cream' in 2026, showcasing a more personal musical color. Her foray into acting further demonstrates a versatility that moves beyond the idol mold, suggesting an artist building a long-term, multifaceted career in entertainment.
Generation Z
1997–2012
Born into smartphones, social media, and school shootings. The most diverse generation in history. Pragmatic about money, fluid about identity, anxious about the climate. They do not remember a world before the internet.
Yuna was born in 2003, placing them squarely in the Generation Z. The events that shaped this generation — social media, climate anxiety, and a pandemic — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Yuna Was Born
The biggest hits of 2003
#1 Movie
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
Best Picture
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
#1 TV Show
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Yuna's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
2003Born
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2008Started school
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
2016Became a teenager
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2019Could drive
First image of a black hole; Hong Kong protests
Gas: $2.60/galHome: $224,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Old Town Road" — Lil Nas XBest Picture: Parasite
2021Could vote
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2024Turned 21
AI reshapes industries; Paris Olympics
Gas: $3.31/galHome: $372,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Espresso" — Sabrina CarpenterBest Picture: Anora
2026Age 23 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Debuted as a member of ITZY in 2019 with the hit single 'DALLA DALLA,' which won first place on music shows within a week of release.
- Released her first solo EP, 'Ice Cream,' in March 2026, establishing an individual musical identity.
- Made her acting debut in the 2026 drama 'Undercover Miss Hong,' expanding her career beyond music.
Did You Know?
She is known for having a very bright and cheerful personality, often called the 'vitamin' of ITZY.
Yuna was a trainee for approximately three years before her debut.
She is the youngest member of ITZY.
“Our music is about being confidently different, not fitting a standard mold.”
