Song Min-ho, known professionally as Mino, was born on March 30, 1993, in South Korea. He is a multifaceted artist, excelling as a rapper, singer-songwriter, music producer, and actor. Mino's career began in earnest with the ballad group BoM, where he showcased his vocal talents from 2011 to 2013 before joining YG Entertainment.
In 2014, Mino made his mark as a member of the boy band Winner, which was formed through the Mnet survival program WIN: Who Is Next. His journey in the music industry took another significant turn when he teamed up with fellow label-mate Bobby to create the hip hop duo MOBB in September 2016.
Mino gained widespread recognition as a solo artist after participating in the rap-survival program Show Me the Money 4, where he finished as the runner-up. His single, 'Fear,' became a historic success, making him the best-selling artist in the show's history. He officially debuted as a solo artist with his studio album, XX, in November 2018, featuring the lead single 'Fiancé,' which topped the charts and earned a platinum certification from the Korea Music Content Association.
Beyond music, Mino has made a name for himself in television, appearing as a series regular on popular variety shows such as New Journey to the West and Kang's Kitchen. He also served as a judge on the hit show Sing Again, further solidifying his status as a versatile entertainer.