Rap Monster - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 12, 1994 |
|---|---|
| Age | 31 |
| Birthplace | Dongjak District, Seoul, South Korea |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Rap Monster's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Leader and rapper of BTS, influential role in the global spread of K-pop. |
Intro
Rap Monster, who now goes by the stage name RM, is a South Korean rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known as the leader and main rapper of the internationally renowned K-pop group BTS. RM has played a significant role in shaping the group’s musical direction and has contributed heavily to songwriting and production for BTS, as well as for his solo projects.
Early Life & Background
RM, born Kim Nam-joon, grew up in South Korea and displayed an early interest in poetry and literature. His academic excellence in school, especially in language and leadership, was notable before he shifted his focus to music, particularly in hip hop and rap, during his teenage years.
Career Highlights
- Debuted as the leader of BTS in 2013 under Big Hit Entertainment.
- Co-wrote and produced many of BTS's hit songs, including 'Dope,' 'I Need U,' and 'Fake Love.'
- Released solo mixtapes 'RM' (2015) and 'Mono' (2018); 'Mono' charted internationally.
- Achieved numerous awards with BTS, including Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards.
- Recognized by the United Nations for his speech at the UN General Assembly in 2018 as part of BTS’s UNICEF partnership.
Trivia
- RM is fluent in English, which he largely taught himself by watching the TV sitcom 'Friends.'
- He holds an IQ of 148 and scored in the top 1% of South Korea's university entrance exams.
- RM officially changed his stage name from 'Rap Monster' to 'RM' in 2017 to reflect his broader artistic identity.
FAQs
People also ask
Rap Monster is 31 years old.
Rap Monster was born the 12 September 1994.
Dongjak District, Seoul, South Korea.
On His Birth-Day
About September 12th, 1994, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 12, 1994, a Cessna aircraft crashed near the White House, leading to a significant security response. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, but the incident raised concerns about airspace security over the capital.
- Day of the week: September 12th, 1994 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'll Make Love To You by Boyz II Men
- #1 UK song: Love Is All Around by Wet Wet Wet
- Popular movie: Speed directed by Jan de Bont
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