Jeon So-yeon Biography: Age, Boyfriend, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Parents, Height, Career

Jeon So-yeon, known mononymously as Soyeon, is a prominent South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, and record producer under Cube Entertainment, celebrated for her role as the leader and main rapper of the girl group I-dle (formerly (G)I-DLE).

She gained initial fame through reality shows Produce 101 and Unpretty Rapstar before debuting as a solo artist in 2017 with her single “Jelly.”

Renowned for writing and producing most of I-dle’s hit songs, including “LATATA” and “TOMBOY,” Soyeon has earned accolades as a versatile “producer-dol,” solidifying her influence in K-pop.

Profile

• Full Name: Jeon So-yeon
• Stage Name: Soyeon
• Born: 26, August 1998
• Age: 26 years old
• Birthplace: Gaepo-dong, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
• Nationality: South Korean
• Occupation: Rapper, Singer-Songwriter, Record Producer
• Height: 1.57m
• Parents: Jeon Byeong-hwa and Ju Hye-kyung
• Siblings: None
• Spouse: None
• Boyfriend: Moon Se-hoon (ex)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Jeon So-yeon was born on August 26, 1998, in Gaepo-dong, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea, to Jeon Byeong-hwa and Ju Hye-kyung.

As an only child, she was raised in a diverse environment, attending a Buddhist kindergarten before being homeschooled and later enrolling in Kuryong Elementary School. She graduated from Chung-Ang University High School.

Initially a competitive ballerina, she won several competitions before shifting her focus to music after being inspired by BigBang’s performance. Her ethnicity is Korean, and her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Jeon So-yeon began her career as a Cube Entertainment trainee, joining in 2014 after numerous audition rejections.

In 2016, she competed on Produce 101, ranking 20th, and later on Unpretty Rapstar 3, finishing third, showcasing her sharp rapping skills.

She debuted as a solo artist on November 5, 2017, with the digital single “Jelly,” which she wrote herself, followed by “Idle Song” in 2018, a precursor to her group debut. Her early appearances earned her the nickname “survival born monster” for her resilience and talent.

Soyeon’s major breakthrough came as the leader of I-dle, debuting on May 2, 2018, with the EP I Am and the hit single “LATATA,” which she wrote and produced.

Her creative control over the group’s music, including hits like “HANN,” “Oh My God,” and “TOMBOY,” led to commercial success and awards, such as the 2022 MAMA Best Songwriter and 2023 APMA Best Producer.

She also contributed to projects like SM Station X’s Station Young with “Wow Thing” (2018) and voiced Akali in League of Legends’ virtual groups K/DA and True Damage, performing at the 2018 and 2019 World Championship finals. Her solo EP Windy (2021) featured the single “BEAM BEAM,” marking her first solo music show win.

Soyeon remains a driving force in K-pop, recognized as a “genius songwriter-idol” by industry peers.

Her work extends to producing for other artists, including CLC’s “No” and Namjoo’s “Bird,” and mentoring on shows like My Teenage Girl and Boy Fantasy.

In 2025, she took on creative direction for P NATION’s girl group Baby DONT Cry. Her innovative songwriting, elegant melody crafting, and leadership in shaping I-dle’s distinct identity have made her a role model for young artists, with her influence evident in the group’s four consecutive PAK (Perfect All-Kill) albums.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @tiny.pretty.j
• Twitter Handle: @JEONSOYEON_JP

Personal Life

Jeon So-yeon is single and has not confirmed any romantic relationships, though rumors linked her to Moon Se-hoon in August 2023. She has no known children.

Known for her clumsy offstage persona, as noted by I-dle members Yuqi and Shuhua, she enjoys potatoes, mint chocolate ice cream, and tangerines.

Soyeon is close with CLC’s Eunbin and Jeon Somi. Her creative passions extend to fashion, where she expresses her bold style, and she has expressed interest in living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, if not in South Korea.

Discography

• Jelly (2017)
• Idle Song (2018)
• I Am (2018)
• I Made (2019)
• I Trust (2020)
• I Burn (2021)
• Windy (2021)
• I Never Die (2022)
• I Feel (2023)

Net Worth

Jeon So-yeon has an estimated net worth of $1 million. Her income primarily derives from her music career with I-dle, including album sales, concert tours, and songwriting royalties as a full member of the Korea Music Copyright Association since January 2024.