Chaeyoung (TWICE) : Profil, Histoire et Faits

Chaeyoung (TWICE): Profile, History & Facts

March 1, 2026 K-pop Clothes

Chaeyoung, whose real name is Son Chae Young, is one of the most talented rappers and members of the famous South Korean girl group TWICE. Born on April 23, 1999, in Seoul, she is known for her rapping skills, unique artistic style, and creative personality. Since her debut with TWICE in 2015, Chaeyoung has established herself as a versatile artist, capable of writing her own lyrics and composing music.

Introduction to Chaeyoung

Stage Name: Chaeyoung (채영)
Full Name: Son Chae Young (손채영)
English Name: Katrina Son
Group: TWICE
Position: Main Rapper, Sub Vocalist
Date of Birth: April 23, 1999
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
MBTI: INFP-T
Height: 163 cm (official) / 158.9 cm (actual)
Weight: 46 kg
Blood Type: B
Representative Color: Red
Representative Emoji: 🍓

Biography and Career

Chaeyoung was born in Seoul, South Korea, and grew up with her grandmother, which influenced her food preferences (she prefers vegetables over sweets). She has a younger brother, Jeong Hun, who is an aspiring model. Chaeyoung passed the JYP Entertainment audition on June 6, 2012, beginning her trainee journey.

She attended Hanlim Multi Arts School, a specialized arts high school, where she developed her artistic and musical skills. Before her debut with TWICE, Chaeyoung appeared in several music videos from JYP groups, notably in GOT7's "Stop Stop It" and miss A's "Only You".

In October 2015, Chaeyoung made her official debut with TWICE after participating in the reality show "SIXTEEN". The group quickly became one of the most popular in K-pop, and Chaeyoung stood out for her rapping talents and creativity. She co-wrote "Eye Eye Eyes" with Jihyo and participated in writing several raps in the group's songs.

In April 2024, it was revealed that Chaeyoung was dating singer Zion.T, a relationship confirmed by both agencies. In November 2025, she took a break from activities after being diagnosed with vasovagal syncope, a condition causing sudden drops in blood pressure.

Interesting Facts

Family and Personal Life

Chaeyoung grew up with her grandmother, which influenced her love for healthy foods
She has a younger brother, Jeong Hun, who aspires to become a model
She is Catholic
In 2024, she started a relationship with singer Zion.T, confirmed by their respective agencies

Hobbies and Tastes

Chaeyoung loves drawing and is known for her artistic talent
She enjoys basketball and Disney cartoons
Her favorite colors are black and purple
She likes vegetables and healthy food, but doesn't like sweets or beans
She listens to Taeyeon's "If" very often, it's one of her favorite songs
She enjoys songs like "Come and Get Your Love" by Redbone, "Crazy On You" by Heart, and "Reasons" by Earth, Wind & Fire

Quirks and Anecdotes

Chaeyoung sleeps the most among all TWICE members — sometimes without even eating!
She's good at imitating funny sounds (duck quacking, window wiping...)
She and Tzuyu often sing PPAP (Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen) together
Chaeyoung can do an impersonation of Kim Yerim from Togeworl
She did ballet with Nayeon when they were young
She's in charge of washing dishes at the dorm with Dahyun
Nayeon teases her because she doesn't like beans
In 2019, Chaeyoung fought with JYP staff to perform "Born This Way" by Lady Gaga in the Philippines — a symbolic performance during LGBTQ+ Pride Month in June
She announced she wanted to get her driver's license as soon as she turned adult

Relationships and Friendships

Chaeyoung and BLACKPINK's Rosé are close friends
She's very close with Somi (I.O.I, soloist) since their trainee days
She and Cosmic Girls' Yeoreum were middle school classmates
Chaeyoung is close to Jinsol (ex-April), they were in the same class in high school
At the dorm, she shared a room with Dahyun and Tzuyu (the maknae line)

Career

Chaeyoung passed the JYP audition on June 6, 2012
She appeared in the MV "Stop Stop It" by GOT7 and "Only You" by miss A
She knows how to write songs: she co-wrote "Eye Eye Eyes" with Jihyo
She often writes her own raps in TWICE's tracks
Chaeyoung is shy about singing in front of members, even though she sings as well as she raps

Official Social Media

Instagram: @chaeyo.0

Chaeyoung in TWICE

Within TWICE, Chaeyoung holds the role of main rapper and sub vocalist. She brings unique creative energy to the group through her talent for writing and composition. Her artistic personality is reflected not only in her music but also in her visual style — she's known for her numerous tattoos, each with personal significance.

Chaeyoung plays a key role in TWICE's sound identity, with impactful raps and a distinctive voice. Her commitment to authenticity and personal expression inspires many fans worldwide. Whether through her energetic performances or creative contributions to the group, Chaeyoung continues to show she's much more than just a rapper — she's a true complete artist.