TWICE Chaeyoung Biography: Profile, Net Worth 2025, Career, Family, and Strategy

As the lead rapper for TWICE, one of the most recognizable female groups in K-pop, South Korean musician Son Chaeyoung, also known by her stage as Chaeyoung, has achieved international renown. She is a vocalist, songwriter, and designer in addition to being a skilled rapper, and her artistic contributions have had a significant impact on TWICE's history. Chaeyoung has developed into a multifaceted artist since making her debut in 2015, striking a balance between her independent endeavors that highlight her range as an artist and her role in the group.

Profile:

Stage Name: Chaeyoung (채영)  

Birth Name: Son Chae-young (손채영)  

English Name: Katarina Son  

Nationality: South Korean  

Date of Birth: April 23, 1999  

Chaeyoung, who was born in Seoul's Dunchon-dong, Gangdong, shown an early talent for the arts. She took dance classes to improve her talents while modeling for publications as a child and pursuing her dream of becoming a vocalist. She impressed the judges during her June 6, 2012, audition for JYP Entertainment at the age of 13, and she was hired as a trainee. Her creative abilities include drawing and design, and she has made significant contributions to TWICE's branding, such as their logo and album art. She managed her academics in the midst of TWICE's explosive growth, graduating from Hanlim Multi Art School in 2019 alongside Tzuyu.

2025 Net Worth:

Chaeyoung's estimated net worth is between $4 million and $6 million USD. This amount is derived from both her own pursuits and her portion of TWICE's overall revenue, which includes album sales, sold-out globe tours, and merchandise.  Songwriting credits on songs like "Eye Eye Eyes," "Basics," and "Strategy," as well as endorsement deals with companies like LUX and Etro Japan, help Chaeyoung supplement her income. Her financial situation is further improved by her individual endeavors, such as Melody Project covers and prospective upcoming releases. Even though her personal fortune is little compared to the group's, her innovative contributions guarantee continual growth.

Career:

In 2012, Chaeyoung started her career as a trainee at JYP Entertainment. She became well-known early on thanks to her roles in music videos for songs like "Only You" by Miss A and "Stop Stop It" by GOT7. She placed eighth on SIXTEEN, a survival program that helped develop TWICE, in 2015, securing her place in the roster. With their October 20, 2015, debut, "The Story Begins," and the popular song "Like OOH-AHH," TWICE shot to fame.
Chaeyoung, the group's lead rapper, contributes more than just catchy, memorable lyrics. She started penning lyrics for songs like "How U Doin'" (which she co-composed) and "Celebrate" after starting with "Precious Love" in 2016. The limited edition Page Two cover and a custom shoe collaboration with SPRIS are examples of her design work. Among his solo endeavors are Justin Bieber's "Off My Face" and Cheeze's "Alone," as well as a 2023 remix of "Pop Star" featuring Coco & Clair Clair. She began studying guitar in 2022, and her unreleased song "My Guitar," which she played on TWICE's Ready to Be tour, hinted to a solo debut.
Chaeyoung has encountered difficulties, including as a 2023 controversy in which her and JYP Entertainment apologized for wearing clothing with Nazi and political imagery. Despite this, her perseverance is evident. 

Family:

Chaeyoung comes from a close-knit Seoul household. From the beginning, her parents have encouraged her artistic aspirations and supported her profession. Son Jeong-hun, her younger brother, was born in 2000 and is currently pursuing a career in modeling. Although Jeong-hun's modeling career reflects her own unique attitude, Chaeyoung's family maintains a modest profile in contrast to certain K-pop idols with well-known siblings. Her predilection for healthy eating—preferring veggies over sweets, a peculiarity frequently observed by her bandmates—was shaped by the majority of her childhood spent with her grandma. Even though she is sometimes mistaken for the siblings of other idols (such as Chaeyeon of IZ*ONE), her immediate family consists of her parents and Jeong-hun, who provide stability in her hectic existence.

Strategy:

In December 2024, TWICE's 14th Korean mini-album was released, with the lead single "Strategy," which was co-written by Jihyo, Jeongyeon, and Chaeyoung. Chaeyoung's rap adds a dynamic edge to this electro-funk pop song, which features artist BIBI and combines infectious hooks with flirtatious flirtation. Her lyrical skill is demonstrated in lines like "Call it a strategy, I'll make you fall for me." The song, which peaked at number seven on Billboard's World Digital Song Sales chart and dominating the Circle Digital Chart, further solidified TWICE's appeal on a worldwide scale as they approach their tenth anniversary in 2025. Chaeyoung's work on "Strategy," which combines her rap skills with a developing songwriting voice, demonstrates her expanding influence.