Solar

Personal Details :

Full Name: Kim Yong‑sun (김용선)
Stage Name: Solar
Date of Birth: February 21, 1991
Place of Birth: Gangseo‑gu, Seoul, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Height: 160.5 cm (5′3″)
Weight: ≈45 kg (99 lbs)
Blood Type: B
Education: Modern K Music Academy University; Hanyang Women’s University (International Tourism)
Languages: Korean (native), basic English & Japanese
Position: Leader & Main Vocalist of MAMAMOO; member of sub-unit MAMAMOO+
Debut: June 18, 2014 with MAMAMOO under RBW
Solo Debut: April 23, 2020 with single “Spit It Out”
MBTI: INTJ / INFJ‑T (sources vary)
Hobbies & Skills: Piano, swimming; enjoys variety games & vlogs
Family: One older sister (Kim Yong‑hee)

Instagram: @solarkeem
Instagram (official MAMAMOO page): Shared Solar content via @mamamoo_official
Twitter (X): No verified personal account found

Solar debuted as the leader and main vocalist of MAMAMOO on June 18, 2014, under RBW Entertainment with the track “Mr. Ambiguous.”
Known for her powerful vocals and energetic performances, she helped establish MAMAMOO as one of Korea’s top vocal girl groups.
Solar is also a member of the sub-unit MAMAMOO+ with Moonbyul, launched in 2022 to explore different musical styles and concepts.
She launched her solo career with the single “Spit It Out” in April 2020, which earned her first solo music show win on The Show.
Solar frequently appears on Korean variety shows including We Got Married, I Live Alone, and Boss in the Mirror, showcasing her humorous and confident personality.
In 2019, she opened her YouTube channel Solarsido, which quickly gained over 1 million subscribers for its music covers, vlogs, and challenges.
Aside from singing, she has performed in musical theater, most notably in the 2022 production of Mata Hari, receiving praise for her acting and vocal delivery.
In 2023, she renewed her contract with RBW alongside her MAMAMOO members, continuing both group and solo activities into 2025.

Solar was born as Kim Yong-sun in Seoul, South Korea, and has an older sister named Kim Yong-hee.
She initially wanted to be a flight attendant but later pursued music after discovering her passion for singing in high school.
Solar is known for her cheerful, energetic personality and her unique laugh, which fans often associate with her bright image.
She is health-conscious and enjoys yoga, pilates, and stretching to stay in shape, often sharing wellness routines on her YouTube channel.
Solar has a deep love for spicy food, especially Korean dishes like tteokbokki and ramen.
She enjoys playing piano and practicing new languages, including English and Japanese.
Her YouTube channel “Solarsido” gives fans a candid look into her daily life, hobbies, and sense of humor.
Solar is known to be caring and protective toward her fellow MAMAMOO members and often takes on a nurturing role as leader.

Estimated Net Worth: Approximately $2–3 million USD (as of 2025)
Main Income Sources: MAMAMOO group activities, solo music (including “Spit It Out”), musical theater, variety show appearances, brand endorsements, and revenue from her YouTube channel “Solarsido”
YouTube Earnings: Monetized through her channel with over 1 million subscribers—contributing significantly to her income
Live Performances: Revenue from concerts, fan meetings, and musical theater roles (e.g., *Mata Hari*)
Commercial Work: Brand ambassadorships and collaboration campaigns add to her income stream
Estimated Annual Income: Likely in the range of $200 K–$400 K, depending on group and solo engagements
Assets: Presumably holds property in South Korea and invests earnings into her channel and artistic growth

2014: MAMAMOO debuted and quickly won multiple rookie awards including at Gaon Chart Music Awards and Golden Disc Awards.
2016: Won the Seoul Music Award for Bonsang as part of MAMAMOO.
2018: Received the Style Icon Asia Award for individual influence and fashion presence.
2020: As a solo artist, won first music show award on The Show with “Spit It Out.”
2022: Praised for her role in the musical Mata Hari, earning positive reviews from theater audiences and critics.
2023: MAMAMOO renewed contracts and continued chart success, securing music show wins and award nominations.
Known for her exceptional live vocals, strong leadership, and engaging variety show presence.

Solar’s real name, “Yong-sun,” means “dragon” and “kindness” in Korean.
She originally wanted to become a flight attendant before pursuing music.
She is the only member of MAMAMOO who had never formally trained in singing before debuting.
Solar has a YouTube channel called Solarsido, which surpassed 1 million subscribers in less than a year.
She is known for her quirky sense of humor and her famous “big laugh.”
Solar has a fear of heights but faced it bravely on several reality and variety shows.
She enjoys taking care of plants and often shares her love for nature on social media.
Despite her glamorous on-stage image, she is known to be shy and introverted off-stage.
Solar loves spicy food and once challenged herself to make and eat Korea’s spiciest noodles for YouTube content.