Group Official B.A.P Thread (2 Viewers)

Ahsoka · 27 November 2018

B.A.P (비에이피) is an originally 6 membered boy group formed under TS Entertainment. The original members of the group are Yongguk, Himchan, Daehyun, Youngjae, Jongup, and Zelo. They debuted in January 2012 with the single "Warrior". In 2014, B.A.P filed a lawsuit against their agency for unfair working conditions and lack of payment. The group and agency reached a settlement in 2015 and B.A.P returned to the agency. In 2018, all 6 members chose to not renew their contracts with TS Entertainment.

Members

Name: Bang Yongguk
Birthdate: March 30, 1990
Position: Leader, Main Rapper
Matoki Name: Shishimato
Matoki Color: Red
Height: 182 cm
Instagram: BANG YONGGUK (@bangstergram) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter: Bang yongguk (@BAP_Bangyongguk) | Twitter
Youtube: BANG YONGGUK
Soundcloud: BANG YONGGUK

He has an older sister and a twin brother.
Yongguk was born in Seoul.
Yongguk's parents used to think he was mute because he didn't start speaking until he was 5 years old.
Yongguk has many tattoos.
Yongguk has composed songs for both B.A.P and other groups under the pen name Andrew Baag.
Yongguk used to be part of a hip hop group debut called Soul Connection under the name of Jepp Blackman.
Yongguk debuted as a soloist in 2011, featuring in Song Jieun's song "Going Crazy" and releasing a single "I Remember" featuring Beast's Yang Yoseob.
In 2011, he released a song with Zelo under the subunit Bang & Zelo called "Never Give Up".
Yongguk has released various solo songs on his private Youtube channel, starting with AM 4:44 which was released during B.A.P's lawsuit.
Yongguk did not promote Skydive in 2016 due to a anxiety disorder.
In August 2018, it was announced that Yongguk would not renew his contract with TS Entertainment.
Yongguk enlisted on August 1st, 2019.

Name: Kim Himchan
Birthdate: April 19, 1990
Position: Vocal, Rapper, Visual
Matoki Name: Tatsmato
Matoki Color: Pink
Height: 180 cm
Instagram: Himchan (@chanchanieeeeee) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter: Himchan (@BAP_Himchan) | Twitter

Himchan has an older sister.
Himchan was born in Seoul.
Himchan majored in traditional music.
He debuted as an MC for The Show in 2011 prior to B.A.P's debut.
Himchan featured in multiple mvs predebut, including Bang & Zelo's mv "Never Give Up".
Himchan injured his hand and as a result did not promote One Shot with the rest of the group.
In 2018 Himchan was involved in a police investigation under suspicion of sexual harassment.
In February 2018, it was revealed that Himchan would not renew his contract with TS Entertainment.

Name: Jung Daehyun
Birthdate: June 28, 1993
Position: Main Vocal
Matoki Name: Kekemato
Matoki Color: White
Solo Fandom Name: IY
Height: 179 cm
Instagram: DaeHyun (@dh_jung_bap) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter: Daehyun (@BAP_Daehyun) | Twitter
Youtube: 대현BabyHyun

Daehyun has one older brother.
He was born in Busan.
Of all the members Daehyun is known for eating the most.
Daehyun was the last member to be added to the group; the original line up only included 5 members.
Daehyun has two confirmed tattoos, including one BAP tattoo on his back.
Daehyun wore a mask on BAPs predebut show"Tah Dah! Its BAP" in order to control his talking.
Daehyun appeared on King of the Masked singer in 2015.
Daehyun was the co-host of a variety show "Idol Battle Likes".
Daehyun has taken part in 2 musicals, "Napoleon" and "All Shook Up".
Daehyun debuted as a soloist in 2017 with the release of "Shadow".
In February 2018, it was revealed that Daehyun would not renew his contract with TS Entertainment.
In June 2019, Daehyun signed with STX Lionheart.

Name: Yoo Youngjae
Birthdate: January 24, 1994
Position: Lead Vocalist
Matoki Name: Jokomato
Matoki Color: Yellow
Height: 178 cm
Instagram: YjayBaby (@yjaybaby) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter: BAP_Youngjae (@BAP_Youngjae) | Twitter

Youngjae has one older brother.
He is the leader of a gaming crew called "the strongest idols" consisting of BTS' Jin, Vixx's Ken, Btob's Eunkwang, and Wanna One's Jihoon.
He is the most proficient Japanese speaker of the group.
Youngjae is known as the brain of the group.
Youngjae was originally a trainee under JYP before joining TS Entertainment.
Youngjae appeared on King of the Masked Singer in 2018.
It was announced that Youngjae would make his acting debut in a webdrama "Kim Seul Gi Genius".
In February 2018, it was revealed that Youngjae would not renew his contract with TS Entertainment.
On August 29, 2019, he signed under new agency DMOST Entertainment.

Name: Moon Jongup
Birthdate: Febuary 6, 1995
Position: Main Dancer, Vocal
Matoki Name: Dadamato
Matoki Color: Green
Height: 174 cm
Instagram: @moonjongyeup • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter: BAP_Jongup (@BAP_Jongup) | Twitter

Jongup has two older brothers.
Jongup is known as the 4D member of the group.
Jongup loves manga and video games.
The members say that his nickname is Angel because he never gets mad or jealous.
He featured in Secrets mvs "Shy Boy" and “Starlight Moonlight”, and Bang & Zelo’s mv “Never Give Up” predebut.
Jongup debuted as a soloist in 2017 with the release of "Try My Luck".
Jongup has taken part in creating choreography for B.A.P.
In February 2018, it was revealed that Jongup would not renew his contract with TS Entertainment.
On November 21, 2019, he joined The Groove Company as a soloist.

Name: Zelo (Choi Junhong)
Birthdate: October 15, 1996
Position: Lead Rapper, Lead Dancer, Maknae
Matoki Name: Totomato
Matoki Color: Blue
Official Colors: Black and Zealous Purple
Height: 189 cm
Instagram: @byzelo • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter: ᴢᴇʟᴏ (@ZELO96) | Twitter
Soundcloud: byzelo

Zelo has an older brother.
Zelo has two tattoos.
He is the most proficient English speaker of the group.
In 2011, he released a song with Yongguk under the subunit Bang & Zelo called "Never Give Up".
In 2015, Zelo released his first self produced song"No Title".
Zelo featured in Breakaway, a song by the European band Bracelet.
Zelos stage name comes from the god of rivalry Zelos.
Zelo has taken part in creating choreography for B.A.P.
Zelo has an instagram account for his pet dog Mochi: revival of mochi (@bymochimato) • Instagram photos and videos
In December 2018, it was announced that Zelo would not renew his contract with TS Entertainment.
He debuted as a solo artist under A Entertainment in early summer 2019. However, in October 2019 he stated that he is no longer involved with the label.