CHANYEOL, real name Park Chan Yeol, is a member of the famous K-pop group EXO under SM Entertainment. In addition to being the main rapper, vocalist and visual artist of the group, he is known for his bubbly personality and his multiple talents. With his onstage charisma and natural warmth, he has won the hearts of fans around the world. Let’s discover together the journey, the highlights and the talents of this essential member of EXO.
Presentation of CHANYEOL
Stage name: CHANYEOL (찬열)
Full name: Park Chan Yeol (박찬열)
Home group: EXO (EXO-K and EXO-SC subunit)
Position in the group: Main rapper, vocalist, visual
Date of birth: November 27, 1992
Astrological sign: Sagittarius
MBTI: ENFJ-T
Representative emoji: 🔥
Biography and Career
Place of birth: Seoul, South Korea
CHANYEOL grew up in a loving family with his parents and his older sister, a renowned journalist. Passionate about music from a young age, he joined a private drama school at the age of 16 and formed a temporary band during high school. In 2008, he joined SM Entertainment through the SM Casting System.
He made his official debut with EXO on April 9, 2012, after being the last member revealed to the public. As a versatile artist, he has contributed to numerous musical and visual projects, including as an actor, composer and designer of EXO's iconic logo.
Interesting Facts
Family
- He has an older sister, Park Yoora, who is a journalist.
- Her mother owns a restaurant, and her father owns a café.
Hobbies and talents
- He is proficient in several instruments, including guitar, drums, djembe and bass.
- He likes to listen to hip-hop music and compose his own songs.
- He plays sports like bowling, snowboarding, basketball and golf.
Personal particularities
- Nicknames: “Wealthy Teeth”, “Happy Virus”, “King of Derps”.
- He is allergic to animal hair despite his love for his dog Toben.
- He loves Coldplay and dreams of cooking with his soul mate.
Achievements
- He wrote the lyrics for the song “Sweet Lies” and other tracks for EXO.
- He has appeared in several dramas and films, including Salut D'Amour and Memories of the Alhambra.
- He participated in the military musical “Meissa’s Song” in 2021.
Torque, Type, Crush
- CHANYEOL dreams of a partner who shares his taste for music and cooking.
- He admires 2NE1’s Dara.
Official social networks
- Instagram: @real__pcy
- SoundCloud: real__pcy
- Weibo: @real__pcyyyyy
CHANYEOL in EXO
CHANYEOL is a pillar of the group EXO, known for his dynamic interactions with the other members, notably Baekhyun and Chen, forming the “beagle line”. He is respected for his ability to instill positive energy in the group, and his musical compositions enrich EXO's discography.
Music and Solo Projects
- Solo album: Black Out (August 28, 2024).
- Collaborations: “Give Me That” with Woozi from SEVENTEEN.
Check out the official music video for “Black Out” below:
With his unparalleled talent and endearing personality, CHANYEOL continues to captivate audiences and consolidate his status as an icon in the K-pop industry.
