I.M (MONSTA X) Profile and Facts:
I.M (아이엠) is a South Korean rapper and a member of the South Korean boy group MONSTA X. He debuted as a soloist on February 19th, 2021 with the EP album, “Duality”. On November 15th, 2022 it was announced that he has signed with Sony Music Korea.
Official Accounts:
Instagram: imnameim
Twitter: IMxSMEK
YouTube: I.M
FaceBook: I.M – 아이엠
Website: I.M Official Website
Stage Name: I.M (아이엠)
Birth Name: Im Chang Kyun (임창균)
English Name: Daniel Im
Birthday: January 26th, 1996
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Pig
Height: 175 cm (5’9″)
Weight: 62 kg (137 lbs)
Blood Type: O (Rh+ O)
MBTI Type: ISFP (unconfirmed)
Representative Emoji: 🐺
I.M Facts:
– I.M was born in Gwangju, South Korea.
– His family consists of him, his parents, and his older brother.
– He also has a Border Collie named Lucky.
– His role model is his father.
– He lived abroad a lot during his childhood, because his father was a scientist and his work demanded of him to travel around the world.
– His mom is a very good at drawing as she majored in Western painting.
– He lived 3 years in Boston and 4 years in Israel.
– His English name is Daniel, when he lived in Boston, he used be called by the name Dany.
– I.M doesn’t like to be sorted into MBTIs’ (hence unconfirmed), but Minhyuk has speculated that I.M might be an ISTP.
– He was the 6th trainee announced as a member of MONSTA X (after survival TV show “No Mercy”).
– I.M joined with other trainees in NO.MERCY – Mission 4. (When he was announced as a new trainee the other members weren’t too happy about this decision.)
– He once wanted to pursue science and education.
– Due to living abroad his English is fluent (He’s the member with the best English in MONSTA X).
– He was supposed to debut in another group in 2014 (Nu’Bility), but plans fell through in the last minute, since he decided to leave the group.
– I.M was a STARSHIP Ent. trainee for 2 years.
– He still loves travelling and his favorite place to be in is Osaka, Japan.
– In the dorm he is the most quiet member.
– In an interview I.M confirmed that he likes to look a lot in the mirror.
– When he was younger, once he dissected a rat in his dad’s lab.
– His father owns an orchard.
– His ringtone is on vibrate mode.
– He talks a little in the dorm (rather than a lot).
– It was the hardest for him to get close to WONHO, due to WONHO being so fair skinned and handsome).
– He said Jooheon was the easiest to get close to because they’re both rappers.
– His family like all members of MONSTA X.
– He says Stone Grandpa (a statue at Jeju island that’s known for its big nose) is something that resembles him.
– He doesn’t know if he has any phobias.
– SHOWNU gave him the best first impression.
– He’s not jealous of any of the members’ personal connections.
– He doesn’t like to stay much inside and he prefers to be outside. (Once, during “Weekly Idol” he complained that Monsta X stays too much indoor).
– Once he wakes up he usually checks his schedule.
– One of his nicknames is Kookang (= puppy) and was given to him by WONHO.
– I.M said that he was more nervous when he performed Mirotic by TVXQ! than he was in the finale of NO.MERCY.
– When he was asked why he keeps biting SHOWNU’s arms, I.M said, “His arms are delicious.”
– He can touch his elbow and his nose with his tongue.
– I.M keeps skin moisturizer in the dorm’s fridge (which he shares with KIHYUN).
– He likes playing games with KIHYUN.
– I.M writes a lot of the songs lyrics with JOOHONEY.
– He always prays before eating. (Like JOOHONEY)
– His favorite colors are White and Purple.
– He doesn’t like spicy food.
– One of his favorite songs is “Lucia” by Daman.
– One of his favorite English phrases is, “Do what you love and love what you do“.
– He is so careless like he lost his wallet when they were in the world tour.
– Hobbies: Writing songs, hanging out with his group mates.
– Among MONSTA X members he said he is the closest to JOOHONEY.
– He give 10% of his first paycheck to church and spend some for his parents.
– I.M loves candles and the ‘mood’ they spread. HYUNGWON once said that he observed I.M staring deeply into a candle’s flame. (Monsta X Asta TV Interview)
– His definition of love: “Giving up the most delicious drumstick. It’s cherishing someone more than yourself.” (Sparkling Magazine Interview)
– He is left handed. However, when he plays sports he mostly uses his right hand instead. (Bowling Practice 1 Vlive)
– During (170421 KBSWORLD K-Rush FB Live) he said if he were a girl he would date leader SHOWNU.
– He’s closest to JOOHONEY because when he was new in NO.MERCY everyone really disliked him and JOOHONEY was the one who shared the most words with him.
– I.M is friends with Daewon (former Madtown) and Eunjin (BIGFLO) of UNB.
– On August 8, 2022 it was announced that I.M left the agency but would continue group activities.
– On November 15, 2022 it was announced that he has signed with Sony Music Korea.
– I.M Ideal’s Type: “I look at the person’s personality.“
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About I.M’s Chinese Zodiac Sign: His Chinese zodiac is pig as he was born before Chinese new year.
Related: I.M Discography
“OVERDRIVE” Album Info
“Off The Beat” Album Info
MONSTA X Members Profile
MONSTA X Concept Photos Archive
Quiz: Who’s Your MONSTA X Boyfriend?
Quiz: Which MONSTA X Member Are You?
Poll: Who Is The Best Vocalist/Rapper/Dancer In MONSTA X?
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