BM (rapper) Biography: Eps, Age, Albums, Net Worth, Parents, Siblings, Songs, Girlfriend, Music Videos

Matthew Kim, known by his stage name BM (Big Matthew), is an American rapper, songwriter, and the lead rapper of the South Korean co-ed group KARD, signed under DSP Media.

He relocated to South Korea in 2011 to pursue his music career. BM debuted with KARD on July 19, 2017, and ventured into a solo career after releasing his single “Broken Me” in 2021.

Beyond music, he is also known for his philanthropic contributions through his apparel brand, Stadium, which raises funds for breast cancer research.

Profile

• Full Name: Matthew Kim
• Stage Name: BM (Big Matthew)
• Born: 20 October 1992
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
• Nationality: Korean-American
• Occupation: American rapper, songwriter and composer
• Height: 1.86 m
• Parent: Peter Kim and Grace Kim
• Siblings: 2
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $200,000

Early Life And Education

Matthew Kim, known as BM, was born to parents Peter and Grace Kim on October 20, 1992, in Los Angeles, California. His mother, Grace, is a clothing designer, greatly influencing BM’s interest in fashion and performance. He has two younger brothers, although their names are not publicly disclosed.

BM graduated from Upland High School in California before pursuing higher education at California State Polytechnic University, where he majored in Psychology and graduated in 2014. BM is of Korean-American descent, and his religious beliefs have not been made public.

Career

BM, also known as Matthew Kim, began his music career in South Korea in 2011 after moving there to pursue his dreams. Despite initial challenges with language barriers, he gained recognition on the reality show K-pop Star.

After being eliminated, he joined DSP Media and contributed to Goo Hara’s debut EP before debuting as a member of the co-ed group KARD in 2017.

The group was introduced in December 2016, with BM assigned the “King” card role. KARD officially debuted on July 19, 2017, with their first EP, Hola Hola. In 2018, BM continued to develop his career by participating in various projects.

He was featured in Zsun’s album I’m On My Wave and released his self-produced track “Better Myself” on SoundCloud. That same year, he made a guest appearance on the variety show Shall We Walk Together, where he joined fellow artists on a pilgrimage route in Spain.

BM also gained attention by appearing on the cover of Men’s Health Korea and joining the SBS show Law of the Jungle. In September, he received his first significant songwriting credit for the single “Dumb Litty,” which he co-wrote, composed, and produced.

In 2020, BM expanded his presence in the entertainment industry by starring in the variety program HWAITING! and hosting the Get Real podcast alongside Peniel of BTOB and Ashley of Ladies’ Code. He also featured in Jessi’s track “Put It On Ya” and appeared as an intern on the TBS show Hong Gi-mak Studio.

BM continued to explore his solo music career, releasing his debut single, “Broken Me,” in 2021, a song reflecting his personal struggles. He followed this with the release of his debut solo album, The First Statement, featuring the lead single “13IVI.”

BM’s solo career progressed with the release of his second single album, Strangers, in 2022, which included tracks like “Bad Intentions.” He actively participated in writing and composing both songs.

BM’s larger-than-life personality also led to viral moments, such as the “Big Tiddie Committee” meme, which arose from a humorous Instagram Live interaction where he discussed his favourite body part to work out. This lighthearted moment, referencing other idols with similar physiques further cemented BM’s status in the K-pop world.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @bigmatthewww  

Personal Life

BM (Matthew Kim) is single and has not publicly confirmed relationships or spouses. Since his debut, he has not been seen spending time with women or discussing past relationships, primarily due to the dating restrictions commonly imposed in the K-pop industry. As a result, his personal life remains private, and he has not made any public statements regarding his romantic history.

Discography

EPs

• Element (2024)

Single Albums

• The First Statement (2021)
• Includes “Broken Me,” “13IVI,” and “Body Movin'”
• Strangers (2022)
• Features “Strangers” and “Bad Intentions”
• Lowkey (2023)

Singles

• “Broken Me” (2021)
• “13IVI” (2021)
• “LIE (Lost in Euphoria)” (2022)
• “Strangers” (2022)
• “Bad Intentions” (2022)
• “Lowkey” (2023)
• “ATAP (After The After Party)” (2023)
• “Nectar” (feat. Jay Park) (2024)

Collaborations

• Featured in tracks like “Run It Up” with YUNGIN and Bobby of iKON (2024) and Jessi’s “Put It On Ya” (2020)

Filmography

Television Shows

• K-Pop Star Season 1 (2011)
• Law of the Jungle (2019)
• KARD the Live (2019)
• Hwaiting (2020)
• Burn Up: Challenge to Billboard (2020)
• Re: birth Track Season 2 (2022)

Music Videos

• Featured in “Broken Me” (2021), “13IVI” (2021), and “LIE (Lost in Euphoria)” (2022)

Net Worth

BM (Matthew Kim) has an estimated net worth of $200,000, which reflects his earnings from his career as a rapper, songwriter, and member of the K-pop group KARD.

His solo music career and other entertainment industry ventures also contribute to his financial success. As part of KARD and independently, his involvement in various projects has helped him build his wealth.