Personal Details :
- Full Name: Kim Tae-yeon (김태연)
- Stage Name: Taeyeon
- Date of Birth: March 9, 1989
- Age: 36 (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Jeonju, North Jeolla, South Korea
- Height: 160 cm (5′3″)
- Blood Type: A
- Nationality: South Korean
- Education: Jeonju Art High School
- Languages: Korean, basic English
- Debut: August 2007 (Girls’ Generation)
- Agency: SM Entertainment
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @taeyeon_ss
- YouTube: Taeyeon Official
- Spotify: TaeYeon
- Apple Music: Taeyeon
Career Overview :
Taeyeon debuted as the leader and main vocalist of the girl group Girls’ Generation (SNSD) under SM Entertainment in August 2007. The group quickly rose to fame with hits like “Gee,” “Genie,” and “I Got a Boy,” becoming one of South Korea’s most iconic K-pop acts.
In 2012, she joined the group’s first official sub-unit, Girls’ Generation-TTS, along with Tiffany and Seohyun. She also participated in SM The Ballad in 2014 and later in Girls’ Generation-Oh!GG in 2018.
Taeyeon made her solo debut in 2015 with the mini album I, which received critical acclaim and commercial success, with the title track topping major Korean music charts. This marked the beginning of her successful solo career.
Her subsequent albums and singles, including Why (2016), My Voice (2017), and Purpose (2019), further cemented her status as one of South Korea’s top solo female artists. She also released Japanese albums and embarked on multiple solo tours across Asia.
In 2022, Taeyeon joined the SM supergroup GOT the Beat, showcasing her versatility with a new sound. That year, she also released the full album INVU, with the title track achieving a Perfect All-Kill on Korean charts.
Continuing her momentum, she released the EP To. X in 2023 and Letter to Myself in 2024, both earning commercial and critical success. She also headlined solo concert tours like The Odd of Love (2023) and The Tense (2025), performing in sold-out arenas across Asia.
In addition to music, Taeyeon has contributed vocals to numerous popular K-drama soundtracks and appeared on TV shows including Queendom 2, Begin Again, and Amazing Saturday, where she is a regular cast member.
Personal Life & Interests :
Taeyeon was born in Jeonju, South Korea, and showed musical talent from a young age. She attended Jeonju Art High School, where she trained in vocal performance. She joined SM Entertainment after winning first place in the SM Youth Best Competition in 2004 and trained for over three years before debuting.
Taeyeon is known for her introverted yet witty personality and deep emotional sensitivity, which is reflected in her music. She has openly discussed her struggles with mental health, particularly depression, helping destigmatize these issues in the Korean entertainment industry.
She is a passionate animal lover and owns two pet dogs, Ginger and Zero, with Zero often appearing on her social media. Taeyeon is also fond of gaming, particularly PUBG and StarCraft, and enjoys collecting cacti.
Her favorite foods include tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), patbingsu (shaved ice dessert), and jelly candies. She’s a fan of BoA, aespa, and Timothée Chalamet, and is admired for mentoring junior idols while maintaining humility and authenticity in her work.
Net Worth :
As of 2025, Taeyeon’s estimated net worth ranges between $15 million and $18 million USD, according to various reputable sources:
- Net worth estimated at $15–18 million by IconPolls and Tatler Asia.
- Celebrity Net Worth lists a lower estimate of approximately $8 million.
Her wealth is derived from multiple streams:
- Music Sales & Concerts: Over 20 million digital singles and 1 million+ albums sold; headline solo tours, including “The Odd of Love” and “The Tense.”
- Group Activities: Ongoing earnings from Girls’ Generation through albums, endorsements, and concerts.
- Endorsements: Lucrative partnerships with brands like Nature Republic, Banila Co., Hyundai Insurance, Louis Vuitton, and more.
- YouTube & Social Media: Monetization from her YouTube channel (1+ million subscribers) and Instagram presence (14+ million followers).
- Acting & TV Appearances: Appearances on shows like *Amazing Saturday*, hosting roles, and original OST contributions.
While estimates vary, the consensus places her net worth solidly in the mid-to-high tens of millions USD.
Awards & Achievements :
- Golden Disc Awards: 7 wins, including Digital Daesang for “Four Seasons” (2020)
- Melon Music Awards: 4 wins, including Top 10 Artist multiple times
- Seoul Music Awards: 6 wins, including Best Ballad Award
- Circle Chart (Gaon) Awards: 5 wins for solo and OST releases
- Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA): 4 wins, including Best Female Artist
- Korean Music Awards: Recognized for excellence in vocal performance and ballad
- Perfect All-Kill: Achieved multiple times, including with “INVU” (2022)
- OST Queen: Acclaimed for drama soundtracks like “If,” “Can You Hear Me,” and “All About You” (*Hotel del Luna*)
- First Solo Female K-Pop Artist: To surpass 1 million physical album sales in South Korea
- Major Tours: Sold-out arena concerts across Asia, including The Odd of Love (2023) and The Tense (2025)
Fun Facts :
- Taeyeon’s name means “calm” and “dignified” in Korean, reflecting her stage presence.
- She won the SM Entertainment Youth Best Contest in 2004 when she was just 15.
- She has two pet dogs, Ginger and Zero—Zero often appears on her social media and is even featured in ad campaigns.
- Taeyeon loves collecting cacti and is known to name them individually.
- She is a huge fan of BoA and cites her as her biggest musical influence.
- Despite her calm public image, she is known to be playful and witty among close friends and fellow idols.
- She has a large following among other K-pop idols who view her as a role model and mentor.
- She enjoys playing video games such as PUBG and StarCraft in her free time.
- Taeyeon once said she’d like to be a rock musician if she weren’t in K-pop.
- Her fans are called “S♡NE” (for Girls’ Generation) and “Taeganger” (for her solo fandom).