Introduction

SHINee (샤이니) is a five-member South Korean boy group widely recognized as one of the leaders of the 'Hallyu' or Korean wave. Under the management of SM Entertainment, the five members—Onew, Key, Taemin, Minho, and the late Jonghyun—made their official debut in 2008 with their debut single "Replay," propelling them to stardom and eventually becoming trendsetters in South Korean music and even fashion.

Moreover, SHINee earned numerous awards and recognition through their timeless hit songs and internationally-acclaimed stage performances, even earning the nickname 'Princes of Kpop.'

Besides being one of the most iconic Kpop acts, each member also made a mark with their successful solo activities in fields within and outside the music industry.

In June 2023, SHINee celebrated their 15th debut anniversary by holding sold-out concerts and releasing their 8th studio album, proving the group's unwavering popularity and influence across multiple generations.

Current state:

active 

SM Entertainment:

May 25, 2008-present

EMI Records Japan:

Apr 1, 2013-present

Avex Taiwan:

Jun 22, 2011-present

EMI Music Japan:

Jun 1, 2011-Mar 31, 2013

Avex Trax:

Jun 22, 2011-present

Debut:

May 25, 2008

Debut to 1st win:

116 days

Active years:

2008-present

Country:

South Korea

Most popular member:

Taemin

kpopping rank:

13th

Fandom:

Shawol (SHINee World)

Fandom color(s):

Pearl-Aqua

Member's profiles

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Onew

Korean: 온유

Japanese: ワンウ

Birthday:

Dec 14, 1989

Age:

33 years old

Birthplace:

Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi-do     South Korea

Height:

5'10" (177 cm)

Weight:

134.5 lbs (61 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Sagittarius

Blood type:

0

Position:

Leader, Main Vocalist

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Jonghyun

Korean: 종현

Japanese: ジョンヒョン

Birthday:

Apr 8, 1990

Age:

27 years old

Birthplace:

Seoul     South Korea

Height:

5'8" (173 cm)

Weight:

123.5 lbs (56 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Aries

Blood type:

AB

Position:

Main Vocalist

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Key

Korean: 키

Japanese: キー

Birthday:

Sep 23, 1991

Age:

32 years old

Birthplace:

Daegu     South Korea

Height:

5'11" (181 cm)

Weight:

130.1 lbs (59 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Libra

Blood type:

B

Position:

Lead Rapper, Lead Dancer, Sub Vocalist

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Minho

Korean: 민호

Japanese: ミンホ

Birthday:

Dec 9, 1991

Age:

31 years old

Birthplace:

Incheon     South Korea

Height:

6'1" (184 cm)

Weight:

132.3 lbs (60 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Sagittarius

Blood type:

B

Position:

Main Rapper, Sub Vocalist, Visual

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Taemin

Korean: 태민

Japanese: テミン

Birthday:

Jul 18, 1993

Age:

30 years old

Birthplace:

Seoul     South Korea

Height:

5'9" (174 cm)

Weight:

116.8 lbs (53 kg)

Zodiac-sign:

Cancer

Blood type:

B

Position:

Main Dancer, Sub Vocalist, Maknae