j-hope

j-hope is a member of BTS who has carved out a distinct identity as a solo rapper and performer. His solo work blends old-school hip-hop, pop rap, and dance music, and his 2022 headlining performance at Lollapalooza made him the first South Korean artist to headline a major American music festival.

South Korea has one of the most vibrant hip-hop scenes in Asia, fueled by Show Me the Money and a thriving indie label ecosystem.