Kim Sung Kyu (김성규), also known simply as Sung Kyu, is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actor under BILLIONS. He is the leader and main vocalist of the boy group INFINITE.
He made his solo debut on November 19, 2012 with the mini album Another Me.
Career[]
2010: Debut with INFINITE[]
On June 9, 2010, Sung Kyu debuted as a member of INFINITE with the mini album First Invasion.
2012: Solo debut[]
On November 19, 2012, he made solo debut with the mini album Another Me.[1]
2021: Departure from Woollim Entertainment, new agency[]
On March 7, 2021, Woollim Entertainment announced Sung Kyu's departure from the agency following the expiration of his contract on the 6th after he decided not to renew it.[2] The single album "Won't Forget You" is his last release under the agency.
On June 14, it was announced that Sung Kyu had signed a contract with Double H TNE.[3]
2022: Savior, "Dear My Fan"[]
On March 29, 2022, Sung Kyu announced his fourth mini album Savior, set for release on April 22, which is his first release under his new agency.[4]
On November 7, Sung Kyu announced the special single album "Dear My Fan" to celebrate his 10th solo debut anniversary, which was released on November 13.[5]
2023: 2023 S/S Collection[]
On June 1, 2023, Sung Kyu announced his fifth mini album 2023 S/S Collection, set for release on June 28.[6]
2024: New agency[]
On July 16, 2024, Sung Kyu announced that he signed with BILLIONS.[7]
Personal life[]
Education[]
Sung Kyu studied at Dae Kyung University.
Military service[]
Sung Kyu began his military service on May 14, 2018. He participated in the military musical productions Shinheung Military Academy[8] and Return: The Promise of the Day.[9] He also recorded a song with other enlisted idols, including Key, Xiumin, Jo Kwon, Jeon Jinwoon, Yoon Jisung and Changsub.[10] He was discharged on January 8, 2020 and received an award of appreciation.[11]
Discography[]
Studio albums[]
Live albums[]
Mini albums[]
Single albums[]
Special single albums[]
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Digital singles[]
Collaborations[]
OSTs[]
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Producing and writing credits[]
- All credits adapted from KOMCA, unless stated.[12]
Artist | Song | Album | Type |
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2012 | |||
Kim Sung Kyu | "41 Il (41일; 41 Days)" | Another Me | Writing |
2014 | |||
INFINITE | "Light" | Season 2 | Writing |
"Together (함께)" | "Grow OST" | ||
2018 | |||
Kim Sung Kyu | "City of Angel (천사의 도시)" | 10 Stories | Writing |
2020 | |||
Kim Sung Kyu | "Room" | Inside Me | Writing |
"Climax" | |||
2022 | |||
Kim Sung Kyu | "Savior" | Savior | Writing |
"I Dare You" | |||
"Fog (안개)" | Composing Arranging | ||
"Like a Dream" | "Dear My Fan" | Writing |
Concerts[]
South Korea tours[]
- 2022 Kim Sung Kyu Concert [LV - Light & Voice] (2022)[13]
Asia tours[]
- 2024 Kim Sung Kyu Concert [LV3 : Let's Vacay] (2024)
Filmography[]
Reality shows[]
- Extreme Debut: Wild Idol (MBC, 2021) - judge, trainer[14]
- The Origin - A, B, or What? (MBN, 2022) - judge
- Peak Time (JTBC, 2023) - judge[15]
Variety shows[]
- Two Yoo Project - Sugar Man (JTBC, 2015) - guest (Pilot ep. 2)
- Edu K-idol (LG U+, 2023) - MC[16]
- Music Universe K-909 (JTBC, 2023) - guest (ep. 18)
Musical theatre[]
- Red Book (2023)[17]
Gallery[]
- Main article: Kim Sung Kyu/Gallery
References[]
- ↑ Daum: 인피니트 김성규, 11년 몸담은 울림엔터 떠난다 "재계약 NO"
- ↑ Soompi: Woollim Entertainment Announces INFINITE’s Sunggyu’s Departure From Agency
- ↑ Allkpop: INFINITE's Sunggyu leaves Woollim Entertainment and signs with SG Wannabe's Kim Yong Joon's agency
- ↑ Soompi: INFINITE’s Sunggyu Announces Solo Comeback With 1st Mini Album Under New Agency
- ↑ Soompi: Listen: INFINITE’s Kim Sungkyu Announces Special 10th-Anniversary Single + Unveils Sneak Peek
- ↑ Soompi: INFINITE’s Kim Sungkyu Announces June Comeback With 1st Teaser For “2023 S/S Collection”
- ↑ @KSK_official on Twitter (July 16, 2024)
- ↑ Soompi: SHINee’s Onew And 2AM’s Jo Kwon Join INFINITE’s Sunggyu, Ji Chang Wook, And Kang Ha Neul In Musical
- ↑ Soompi: EXO’s Xiumin, SHINee’s Onew, VIXX’s N, And More Are Devoted Soldiers In New Army Musical Posters
- ↑ Soompi: Watch: Enlisted Idols From SHINee, EXO, INFINITE, BTOB, 2AM, And More Are Full Of Energy For New Army Song
- ↑ Soompi: INFINITE’s Sunggyu Receives Award Of Appreciation Upon Discharge From The Military
- ↑ KOMCA: Searching Works (search 10004120 under Writers & Publishers)
- ↑ Kim Sung Kyu on Twitter (April 18, 2022)
- ↑ Soompi: Kim Jong Kook, Cha Tae Hyun, Lee Sun Bin, Brave Girls’ Yujeong, INFINITE’s Sunggyu, And More Confirmed For MBC Survival Show “Wild Idol”
- ↑ Soompi: JTBC Reveals Star-Studded Judging Panel For New Idol Survival Program “Peak Time”
- ↑ Soompi: Jang Sung Kyu And INFINITE’s Kim Sungkyu To MC Upcoming Idol Education Variety Show
- ↑ @KSK_official on Twitter (April 26, 2023)
Official links[]
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