200, also known as Eback, is one of the most promising young talents to emerge from South Korea’s vibrant hip-hop and R&B scene. Born Bae Hye-jin (배혜진) on November 15, 2006 in Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, she quickly rose to recognition for her versatility as both a rapper and singer. Since her official debut in 2024 under Luminant Entertainment, she has already built a distinctive identity through mixtapes, singles, collaborations, and performances with her crew Sikkoo. Signed under AOMG and Sikkoo Entertainment in 2025, she now represents a new wave of Gen Z artistry, blending hip-hop, R&B, and plug-and-B influences with a strong creative vision.
This biography explores her early life, career path, and recent achievements that have shaped 200 into one of the most talked-about emerging artists in Korea.
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Early Life
Bae Hye-jin was born in Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, and grew up surrounded by music and digital culture. She is 168 cm tall, has blood type A, and comes from a supportive family with her parents and an older sister. She studied at Bansong Middle School and later graduated from Naru High School, balancing her education with her early passion for artistic expression.
Outside of music, 200 is known for her love of art and creativity. She often shares her own drawings and artworks on Instagram, sometimes even creating official art projects for other artists. She also has a beloved pet dog named Mongi, a small poodle born in 2017, who frequently appears in her personal stories. Playful and relatable, she has revealed her fondness for the children’s animation Catch! Teenieping, even producing a song on SoundCloud inspired by the series.
Career Path
200’s musical journey began with the release of her mixtape “Nostalgia” in 2023, which introduced her unique voice and lyrical approach. Her breakthrough came in May 2024 with the single “Nightmare (feat. GOLDBUUDA)”, marking her official debut under Luminant Entertainment.
In August 2024, she expanded her artistry with the collaborative EP “Han: Cooked” alongside Sivaa, Yosi, and Koo Min-jae, showcasing her ability to adapt across multiple sounds and moods. Later that year, she released singles such as “Super Freak (Super 괴짜)” and “777”, further solidifying her reputation as an innovative young rapper and singer.
Her presence quickly extended beyond solo releases, with multiple collaborations on tracks like “미안해 하지마” with 18 Yuke, “펑펑” with ruletheworldboi, “Selfish Way” and “Happy = Money” with YNG KURT, and “우울해하지마” with Ruru. These partnerships highlighted her versatility and cemented her place within Korea’s growing hip-hop network.
She is also a member of the crew Sikkoo, alongside artists such as Koominjae and Yosi, where she continues to experiment and collaborate in collective projects. Her work quickly attracted major industry recognition, and by 2025 she had officially joined AOMG, one of Korea’s most influential hip-hop and R&B labels.
Recent Achievements and Ongoing Projects
Since her debut, 200 has accumulated impressive milestones in a very short time. Her music video appearances have reached millions of views, particularly with the viral success of “TEAM TOMODACHI”, where her verse became a sensation on TikTok with more than 37,000 videos created by fans using the sound.
Her artistic identity continues to grow through both music and visual art, as she maintains an Instagram account dedicated to her drawings and artwork commissions. She has also appeared in media projects such as street feature content and collaborations with LEmag, where she released a joint single in November 2024.
Despite her young age, 200 has faced challenges such as impersonation accounts on TikTok, but she remains focused on her craft. Her steady rise under AOMG promises even greater exposure, collaborations, and musical exploration in the coming years.
Looking ahead, 200 represents a bold new voice for the future of Korean hip-hop and R&B. With her combination of rap skills, vocal talent, visual creativity, and Gen Z energy, she is expected to continue shaping the scene while inspiring a new generation of fans.
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