Ryujin (rapper)

In this Korean name, the family name is Shin.

Ryujin
Ryujin in 2024
Born
Shin Ryu-jin

(2001-04-17) April 17, 2001
Seoul, South Korea
Alma materHanlim Multi Art School
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • dancer
Musical career
Genres
InstrumentVocals
Years active2017–present
LabelsJYP
Member ofItzy
Korean name
Hangul
신류진
RRSin Ryujin
MRSin Ryujin
Signature

Shin Ryu-jin (Korean: 신류진; born April 17, 2001), known mononymously as Ryujin, is a South Korean rapper, singer, and dancer. She is a member of the South Korean girl group Itzy, formed by JYP Entertainment in 2019.

Early life

Shin Ryu-jin was born on April 17, 2001, in Seoul, South Korea.[1] While in middle school, she was cast by JYP Entertainment at a Got7 concert.[2] She attended high school at Hanlim Multi Art School, where she studied musical theatre alongside Chaeryeong.[3]

Career

2017: Pre-debut

In 2017, Ryujin appeared on the reality competition MixNine.[4] She also participated in the first episode of Stray Kids alongside her future groupmates Yeji, Chaeryeong, and Yuna.[5] In the same year, she appeared alongside Yuna in BTS's "Love Yourself" highlight reel and made a brief appearance in the political crime drama film The King.[6]

2019–present: Debut with Itzy and solo activities

Main article: Itzy

On February 12, 2019, Ryujin officially debuted as a member of Itzy, with the release of their first single album, It'z Different, and the music video for its lead single "Dalla Dalla".[7] In November 2021, she was selected as Studio Choom's "Artist of the Month" and performed a solo dance cover of Billie Eilish's "Therefore I am".[8] In June 2022, Ryujin and fellow member Yeji performed Bebe Rexha's "Break My Heart Myself" in Studio Choom's "Mix & Max" series.[9]

In April 2023, she released a video covering "Every Second" by Mina Okabe.[10][11] On December 22, she released the music video for "Run Away", her solo track from Itzy's eighth EP Born To Be.[12] In September 2024, she released a cover of The Smiths' "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out",[13] followed by a cover of The Carpenters' "(They Long to Be) Close to You" in February 2025.[14]

Other ventures

Fashion and endorsements

Ryujin appeared in the April 2023 issue of Vogue Korea in a photoshoot featuring styles ranging from punk-inspired to sophisticated looks.[15][16] In May 2023, she was invited as a guest to Gucci's Cruise 2024 fashion show at Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul.[17]

In March 2025, Ryujin attended a Ralph Lauren event in Tokyo during the MLB Tokyo Series, where she collaborated with the brand by selecting and showcasing three outfits.[18][19] She later appeared in the April 2025 issue of Vogue Korea, collaborating with Tom Ford Beauty for the Soleil Summer Collection.[20][21]

Philanthropy

On April 12, 2022, Ryujin donated ₩50 million (US$38,716.27) to The Promise to support those affected by the forest fire on the east coast of Gangwon Province.[22] On February 14, 2023, she donated ₩50 million (US$38,294.74) to the same non-profit organization to aid those affected by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.[23]

Discography

For Ryujin's discography with Itzy, see Itzy discography.

Singles

List of singles as featured artist, showing year released and album name
Title Year Album
"Break My Heart Myself"
(Bebe Rexha featuring Yeji and Ryujin) 		2022 Non-album single

Composition credits

All song credits are adapted from the Korea Music Copyright Association's database unless stated otherwise.[24]

List of songs, showing year released, artist name, and name of the album
Title Year Artist Album Composer Lyricist Ref.
"Run Away" 2024 Ryujin Born to Be [25]

Videography

Music videos

List of music videos, showing year released, and directors
Title Year Director(s) Ref.
"Run Away" 2023 Lee Hye-sung, Ha Jeong-hoon
(Hattrick) 		[26][27]

Filmography

For Ryujin's filmography with Itzy, see Itzy filmography.

Film

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2017 The King Jimin Bit part [6]

Television shows

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2017 Mix Nine Contestant [4]
Stray Kids Cameo in episode one with Team Girls [28]
2023 KCON Japan MC with Ni-Ki [29]

Music video appearances

Year Song title Artist Notes Ref.
2017 "Love Yourself" BTS Appeared as J-Hope and Jimin's friend and as J-Hope's dance partner in highlight reel [30][31]

References

  1. ^ Benjamin, Jeff (October 3, 2020). "Ryujin of Itzy: the 'successful fan' who became a K-pop star". South China Morning Post. Archived from the original on November 6, 2020. Retrieved March 11, 2023.
  2. ^ Hwang, Hye-jin (August 18, 2020). '아돌라' ITZY 류진 "중학교 1학년 때 갓세븐 입덕, 팬미팅서 JYP 캐스팅" ['Adola' ITZY Ryujin "I became a GOT7 fan in my first year of middle school, JYP cast me at a fan meeting"]. Newsen (in Korean). Archived from the original on September 22, 2024. Retrieved October 28, 2024.
  3. ^ Kang, Hyo-jin (February 7, 2020). 있지(ITZY) 류진-채령, 고교 졸업 "10대 마지막 시원섭섭, 좋은 활동 기대" [ITZY's Ryujin-Chaeryeong graduated from high school "Siwon-seop, the last in their teens, looking forward to good activities"]. Spotv News (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 11, 2023. Retrieved March 11, 2023 – via Naver.
  4. ^ a b Jo, Kyung-yi (January 27, 2018). 종영 '믹스나인' 소년팀, 최종 우승 '데뷔'..男 1등 우진영[종합] [End of the show 'Mix Nine' boys team, final championship 'debut' .. male 1st place Woo Jin-young[comprehensive]]. Osen (in Korean). Archived from the original on June 24, 2019. Retrieved March 11, 2023.
  5. ^ Stray Kids [1회 예고] 증명하지 못하면 데뷔할 수 없다! Stray Kids 171017 EP.1. Mnet TV. October 13, 2017. Archived from the original on January 23, 2025. Retrieved December 12, 2024 – via YouTube.
  6. ^ a b Park, Ah-reum (August 6, 2019). '한밤' 있지 류진, 3년 전 '더킹' 단역 시절 조인성과 인연 "이래서.."[결정적장면] ['Midnight' ITZY Ryujin, 3 years ago 'The King' minor role Jo In-sung had a relationship "This is why.." [Critical scene]]. Newsen (in Korean). Archived from the original on July 1, 2024. Retrieved October 28, 2024.
  7. ^ "JYP Entertainment Unveils New Girl Group ITZY". Billboard. Archived from the original on May 30, 2022. Retrieved May 30, 2022.
  8. ^ STUDIO CHOOM [스튜디오 춤] (November 20, 2021). [Artist Of The Month] 'Therefore I Am' covered by ITZY RYUJIN(류진) | November 2021 (4K). Retrieved July 30, 2025 – via YouTube.
  9. ^ Benjamin, Jeff (July 29, 2022). "ITZY's Yeji & Ryujin Join Bebe Rexha on 'Break My Heart Myself' Remix After Viral K-Pop Performance". Billboard. Archived from the original on September 25, 2024. Retrieved October 25, 2024.
  10. ^ Ryujin covers "Every Second" by Mina Okabe. "ITZY Ryujin releases vocal cover video to celebrate her birthday". 텐아시아. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
  11. ^ ITZY (April 16, 2023). [COVER] B-DAY TRACK #417 "RYUJIN" | Every Second by Mina Okabe. Retrieved July 22, 2025 – via YouTube.
  12. ^ Yeo, Gladys (December 22, 2023). "ITZY's Ryujin lets go of lost love in music video for 'Run Away'". NME. Archived from the original on December 22, 2023. Retrieved March 12, 2025.
  13. ^ ITZY (September 19, 2024). Ryujin "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out" (by. The Smiths) | #COVER_IT. Retrieved July 22, 2025 – via YouTube.
  14. ^ ITZY (February 24, 2025). Ryujin "[They Long To Be] Close To You" (by. Carpenters) | #COVER_IT. Retrieved July 22, 2025 – via YouTube.
  15. ^ "Ryujin April 2023 Vogue issue (1)". X. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
  16. ^ "Ryujin April 2023 Vogue issue (2)". X. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
  17. ^ "Ryujin of k-pop girl group ITZY attends the Gucci Seoul Cruise 2024..." Getty Images. May 16, 2023. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
  18. ^ Ralph Lauren (March 20, 2025). RALPH LAUREN | Triple Play With Ryujin. Retrieved July 22, 2025 – via YouTube.
  19. ^ "Ryujin styles three different Polo Ralph Lauren looks with pieces from the Ralph Lauren x MLB collection". X. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
  20. ^ 이주현 (March 24, 2025). 류진과 톰 포드 뷰티의 관능적인 만남. Vogue korea (in Korean). Retrieved July 22, 2025.
  21. ^ "Ryujin Vogue Korea April issue 2025". instagram. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
  22. ^ Lee, Seul (April 14, 2022). ITZY 류진, 산불 피해 복구 위해 5000만원 기부..."작은 희망 되길" [ITZY Ryujin donates 50 million won to recover from forest fires... "I wish you a little hope"]. Xports News (in Korean). Archived from the original on April 14, 2022.
  23. ^ Jeon, Jaekyung (February 14, 2023). 있지 류진, 튀르키예 강진 피해에 5000만원 기부 [ITZY's Ryujin donates 50 million won to victims of the earthquake in Turkiye]. Newsis (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 6, 2023. Retrieved March 6, 2023.
  24. ^ "Songs Registered Under RYUJIN (10035206)". Korea Music Copyright Association (in Korean). Archived from the original on March 24, 2024. Retrieved March 24, 2024.
  25. ^ Lee, Jung-youn (December 12, 2023). "Itzy unveils new album concept, announces world tour". The Korea Herald. Archived from the original on March 12, 2025. Retrieved March 12, 2025.
  26. ^ ITZY RYUJIN "Run Away" M/V (Music video). JYP Entertainment. December 21, 2023. Archived from the original on December 21, 2023. Retrieved December 21, 2023 – via YouTube.
  27. ^ @hattrick_kr; (December 27, 2023). "RYUJIN - Run Away". Retrieved July 3, 2024 – via Instagram.
  28. ^ Bae, Jae-ryun (February 6, 2019). "있지는 달라달라" ITZY, 데뷔곡 '달라달라' 트랙 리스트 공개 [ITZY IS DALLA DALLA" ITZY, Debut Song 'DALLA DALLA' Track List Revealed]. Herald POP (in Korean). Archived from the original on August 8, 2019. Retrieved March 11, 2023.
  29. ^ Ahn, Byung-gil (June 15, 2023). '엠카' 케이콘 재팬, 그 열기 속으로 ['M Countdown' KCON Japan, into the heat]. Sports Kyunghyang (in Korean). Archived from the original on August 10, 2023. Retrieved August 10, 2023.
  30. ^ Yoo, Jay; bong, Bong (February 15, 2019). "ITZY Members Show Up In BTS's Music Video?". JoongAng Ilbo (in Korean). Archived from the original on October 28, 2021.
  31. ^ TinNhac.com (August 17, 2022). "Thành viên ITZY với cuộc đời như bước ra từ tiểu thuyết khiến Knet không khỏi ghen tị: Hoàn hảo từ ngoại hình, tính cách đến hoàn cảnh gia đình". TinNhac.com (in Vietnamese). Archived from the original on April 27, 2024. Retrieved April 27, 2024.
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