South Korean singer, rapper, and actress Bibi has quickly become one of the trendiest artists in the K-pop scene. With her unique style, bold visuals, and boundary-pushing musical sensibilities, her talent and duality never fail to bring forth captivating musical creations.
The 26-year-old musician’s rise to fame kicked off when she began posting her self-produced songs on SoundCloud as a teenager, which later caught the attention of acclaimed producer, artist and label executive Yoon Mi-rae. With well-received songs like ‘BIBI Vengeance’ and ‘The Weekend,’ Bibi quickly garnered recognition in the Korean music scene. Collaborations with 88rising and Jackson Wang of GOT7 only consolidated her status in the industry. Her latest hit ‘Bam Yang Gang’ furthered her mainstream success, as she even revived the sales of chestnut jelly, a traditional Korean snack.
A singer-songwriter who refuses to be confined to a singular genre, Bibi infuses her music with authenticity, vulnerability and her trademark carefree personality. Her free-spirited musical artistry translates into her visuals, which are often daring and experimental, while still harbouring profound meaning. Her latest music video for ‘Derre’ features a queer love story, a more-than-rare sight in K-pop, starring herself alongside Jeon Jongseo as her love interest.
One of the young artists leading the Korean hip-hop scene, Bibi’s sound combines both Western and Asian musical influences, creating a unique meld of the two. She is not afraid to step outside the box, shirking off the idea that K-pop has a specific look or sound to it. She showcases her vocal abilities in melodic ballads, but also produces upbeat hip-hop tracks, incorporating R&B and indie rock infusions.
For Vogue Singapore’s April ‘Movement’ cover star, music is not only a pastime, but an immersive and thought-provoking medium through which she can unleash her mind. It’s no doubt her music taste reflects these sentiments rather fittingly. Below, Bibi shares a glimpse into her eclectic playlist, which, just like her own music, is not defined by a particular style or genre. From Norwegian singer-songwriter Aurora’s reflective ‘Daydreamer’ to Tempest’s groovy R&B hit ‘Cha Cha Freestyle,’ the playlist contains a wide range of varying tracks. Take your pick, you just might have a new song on repeat.
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‘Daydreamer’ by Aurora
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‘Raydar’ by Jid
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‘Cha Cha Freestyle’ by Tempest
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‘Tuesday’ by Duckwrth
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‘Hell on Earth’ by Kas:St
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‘Seokgwan-dong, 2008’ by Mukimukimanmansu
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