Park Jae-sang, known professionally as PSY, is a South Korean singer, rapper, songwriter, and record producer who rose to international fame with his catchy hit "Gangnam Style" in 2012. Born on December 31, 1977, in the Gangnam District of Seoul, PSY developed a love for music at a young age and attended both Boston University and Berklee College of Music before returning to South Korea to pursue his career in entertainment. His stage name, PSY, is derived from the first three letters of the word 'psycho', emphasizing his unique and energetic musical persona.

PSY's music is characterized by its humorous videos and high-energy performances. He first debuted in 2001 with the album "PSY from the Psycho World!" but it was his sixth album, "PSY's Best 6th Part 1," that contained the viral sensation "Gangnam Style". The song's humorous dance moves and catchy beats catapulted PSY into global stardom, resulting in it becoming one of the most-viewed videos on YouTube. Since "Gangnam Style", PSY has continued to release successful albums, including "PSY 7TH ALBUM", "4X2=8", and his latest, "PSY 9th", consistently showcasing his flair for combining quirky lyrics with dynamic rhythms that continue to resonate with audiences around the world.

Genres

K-rap

Korean Old School Hip Hop

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Latest Release

PSY 9th

PSY

Album - 12 Tracks - Released April 29, 2022