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LAY
Main Dancer · Sub-Vocalist · Sub-Rapper · Solo Artist
Profile
LAY is a Chinese singer, dancer, producer and EXO member with an extensive solo career in China and internationally. He trained under SM Entertainment from 2008 and debuted with EXO in 2012.
His individual discography began in earnest in 2016 and has expanded across Mandarin and English releases. He returned to EXO group recording activity for the 2026 album REVERXE.
Pre-Debut Background
Born in Changsha, LAY appeared in Chinese entertainment as a child before joining SM Entertainment’s trainee system in 2008. His background in dance, piano and guitar became central to his later solo production work.
Career Milestones & Individual Achievements
Individual milestones and achievements, newest first.
REVERXE return
Participated in EXO’s studio album and group comeback.
Global collaborations
Released English-language material including “Run Back To You” and “Psychic.”
Leaves SM Entertainment
Ended his exclusive contract with SM while continuing to identify with EXO.
Solo era begins
Released major solo material including the album Lose Control.
LAY has extensive writing, composition and production credits across his solo catalog.
Built a large independent career in China while maintaining ties to EXO.
EXO debut
Debuted with EXO and EXO-M.
Solo Music Videos & Performances by Year
Official individual music videos only.