Soobin TXT (born 5 December 2000, Age: 23 years old) is a South Korean singer, rapper, and dancer who is best known as the leader of the K-pop boy group Tomorrow X Together (TXT), under HYBE Labels. He debuted with TXT in 2019 and has since gained popularity for his charismatic stage presence, versatile vocals, and rap skills. He is also the host of the music show Music Bank since 2020.
Early Life and Family
He was born as Choi Soo Bin on December 5, 2000, in Ansan, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. He is the youngest of three siblings, with an older sister and an older brother. His English name is Steve Choi.
He grew up with a dream of becoming a foreign language teacher or a psychologist, but he changed his mind after participating in a talent show in his middle school. He enjoyed performing on stage and decided to pursue a career as a K-pop idol. His family was supportive of his decision and encouraged him to follow his passion.
Soobin auditioned for HYBE Labels (formerly Big Hit Entertainment) in 2016 by sending a video of himself singing and rapping. He impressed the company and was invited for a second round of audition, but he was so nervous that he forgot some of the lyrics. However, he still managed to pass the audition and became a trainee under HYBE Labels.
Education
He attended Kyongsu Middle School and Ansan High School, but he dropped out of school due to his training schedule. He later took and passed a Graduate Equivalency Degree and enrolled at Global Cyber University.
| Name | Soobin TXT |
| Full name | Choi Soo-bin |
| English name | Steve Choi |
| Birth date | December 5, 2000 |
| Birthplace | Ansan, South Korea |
| Height | 187 cm (6’1″) |
| Weight | 70 kg (150 lbs) |
| Blood type | A |
| Zodiac sign | Sagittarius |
| MBTI | ISFP |
| Position | Leader, vocalist, rapper, dancer |
| Group | TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) |
| Agency | Big Hit Music |
| Debut | March 4, 2019 |
| Net worth | $1.5 million (as of February 2023) |
| @official_soobin | |
| Homepage | newsunzip.com |
Training
Soobin TXT trained for about three years before debuting as the leader of TXT, the second boy group of HYBE Labels after BTS. He was the second member to be revealed on January 13, 2019, through a teaser video called “Questioning Film – What do you see?”. His representative animal is a praying mantis and his representative flower is an anemone.
Music Career
TXT officially debuted on March 4, 2019, with the mini album The Dream Chapter: STAR, which topped the Billboard World Albums Chart and made them the first K-pop group to debut at No. 1 on the chart. The group also debuted at No. 140 on the Billboard 200, making them the highest-charting debut album by any male K-pop group.
TXT followed up their debut with their first studio album The Dream Chapter: MAGIC, which was released on October 21, 2019. The album peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard World Albums Chart and No. 6 on the Gaon Album Chart. The group also won several awards for the best rookie group of the year, such as the Mnet Asian Music Awards, the Melon Music Awards, and the Golden Disc Awards.
In 2020, TXT released their second mini album The Dream Chapter: ETERNITY, which charted at No. 2 on the Billboard World Albums Chart and No. 1 on the Gaon Album Chart. The album also received a platinum certification from the Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) for selling over 250,000 copies. The group also made their Japanese debut with the single Magic Hour, which topped the Oricon Singles Chart and the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
TXT continued their success in 2021 with their third mini album Minisode 1: Blue Hour, which was released on October 26, 2020. The album reached No. 1 on the Billboard World Albums Chart and No. 3 on the Gaon Album Chart. The album also earned a platinum certification from the KMCA. The group also released their second Japanese single Drama, which peaked at No. 2 on the Oricon Singles Chart and No. 3 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
On May 31, 2021, TXT released their second studio album The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE, which debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200, making them the fourth K-pop group to enter the top 10 of the chart. The album also topped the Billboard World Albums Chart and the Gaon Album Chart. The album also achieved a platinum certification from the KMCA.
Aside from his group activities, he also ventured into other fields, such as hosting and collaborating. He became the host of the music show Music Bank in July 2020, alongside actress Oh My Girl’s Arin. He also collaborated with American singer Bebe Rexha for the song “Run Away”, which was released on October 30, 2020.
Personal Life and Relationships
Soobin TXT is known for his shy and gentle personality, as well as his love for bread and almond milk. He is not a picky eater, but he cannot handle spicy food well. He also dislikes mint chocolate and avocado. He has a dog named Sean, who he often posts on his Instagram account.
Soobin TXT has never been involved in a public relationship, and he prefers to keep his personal and dating life private. He has expressed his admiration for BTS’s Jin, who is his role model and senior in the company. He also likes EXO’s music and considers them as one of his influences.
Physical Appearance
Soobin is the tallest member of TXT, standing at 187 cm (6 ft 1.4 in) and weighing 70 kg (150 lb). He has a slim and athletic build, with fair skin, dark brown eyes, and black hair. He often changes his hair color and style, depending on the concept of his group’s comeback. He has dimples on both sides of his cheeks, which add to his charm.
Soobin TXT’s style is casual and comfortable, with a preference for oversized and cozy clothes. He likes to wear hoodies, sweaters, jeans, and sneakers, as well as accessories such as hats, glasses, and rings. He also likes to wear floral patterns and pastel colors, which suit his soft and pure image.
Net Worth
TXT’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million, according to various sources. He earns primarily through his work as an idol singer, as well as his hosting and endorsement deals. He also shares the profits from his group’s album sales, concerts, merchandise, and online content.
Soobin TXT is one of the most promising and talented idols in the K-pop industry, with a bright future ahead of him. He is the leader of TXT, a group that has achieved remarkable success and recognition in a short period. He is also a versatile and charismatic performer, who can sing, rap, and dance with ease. He is also a humble and kind person, who cares for his members and fans. He is truly the flower prince of K-pop, who brings joy and happiness to many people.
Soobin is a South Korean singer, rapper, and dancer who is the leader of the K-pop boy group Tomorrow X Together (TXT), under HYBE Labels. He was born on December 5, 2000, in Ansan, South Korea, and has an older sister and an older brother. His English name is Steve Choi. He auditioned for HYBE Labels in 2016 by sending a video of himself singing and rapping, and became a trainee for three years before debuting with TXT in 2019.
He is shy and gentle, and loves bread and almond milk. He is not a picky eater, but he cannot handle spicy food well. He also dislikes mint chocolate and avocado. He has a dog named Sean. He is the tallest member of TXT, standing at 187 cm (6 ft 1.4 in) and weighing 70 kg (150 lb). He has dimples on both sides of his cheeks, and often changes his hair color and style. He likes to wear casual and comfortable clothes, with floral patterns and pastel colors
