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CHEN
Main Vocalist · EXO-CBX · Solo Artist
Profile
CHEN is one of EXO’s main vocalists, a member of EXO-CBX and a solo artist known for ballad-focused releases and soundtrack work. He joined SM Entertainment in 2011 shortly before EXO’s debut.
His formal solo debut came in 2019 with April, and a flower. Solo activities later moved to INB100 while his EXO identity continued.
Pre-Debut Background
CHEN grew up in Siheung and entered SM Entertainment through the company’s audition system in 2011. His high-register vocal ability quickly became one of EXO’s defining musical elements.
Career Milestones & Individual Achievements
Individual milestones and achievements, newest first.
INB100 solo era
Continued solo albums, concerts and soundtrack work outside SM’s individual management.
April, and a flower
Made his solo debut with “Beautiful Goodbye.”
Built a substantial solo and OST catalog centered on vocal performance.
EXO-CBX
Debuted in EXO’s first sub-unit.
Balances main-vocal group work with sub-unit and solo releases.
SM the Ballad
Joined SM’s vocal project group.
EXO debut
Debuted as a main vocalist.
Solo Music Videos & Performances by Year
Official individual music videos only.