BewhY

Streetlife International Presents? BewhY? Sunday 25 October 2026? Electric Brixton BewhY is one of the most well-known and technically skilled artists in modern Korean hip-hop. The South Korean rapper and producer, whose real name is Lee Byung-yoon, released his first mixtape Be The Livest in 2012, followed by his first single ?Waltz? in 2014. Since then, he has established himself as a major figure in the Korean hip-hop scene, known in particular for his distinctive rap style, precise delivery, and strong live performances. BewhY achieved his major breakthrough in 2016 when he won Show Me The Money 5. Songs such as ?Forever? and ?Day Day? became major hits in South Korea. That same year, he was named one of the Top 10 Artists at the Melon Music Awards and won Best Rap Performance at the MAMA Awards together with C Jamm for ?Puzzle?. In 2017, further major awards followed, including Best Rap & Hip Hop Song at the Korean Music Awards for ?Forever?. Over the years, BewhY has also developed a highly distinctive musical identity. His music combines technically demanding rap with productions ranging from large-scale, cinematic arrangements to electronic and funk-inspired sounds. At the same time, themes such as his Christian faith, personal growth, and identity continue to play an important role in his lyrics. In May 2026, BewhY released his new 15-track album POP IS CRYIN?, marking a new chapter under his current label, Opus Magnum. More than a decade after his first releases, he remains one of the most distinctive and established voices in Korean hip-hop.