K-Pop — Entry No. 1095
메인 래퍼
main-rapper · noun
메인 래퍼
main-rapper
[may-een ray-uh]
nounbeginner
Meaning
The primary rapper in a K-pop group responsible for delivering the most prominent rap sections in songs. Main rappers typically have distinctive vocal colors, flow, and lyricism that define the group’s hip-hop identity.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Being main rapper is a highly coveted position in K-pop groups. BTS’ RM and Suga, BLACKPINK’s Jennie and Lisa, and Stray Kids’ Bang Chan are globally recognized main rappers known for artistic contributions beyond performance. Main rappers often pursue solo mixtapes and collaborations, elevating their status within the industry.
Example Sentences
우리 그룹의 메인 래퍼가 정말 실력 있어.
U-ri group-ui main-rapper-ga jeong-mal shil-ryeok i-sseo.
Our group’s main rapper is really skilled. (Emphasizes technical ability and flow)
그 메인 래퍼는 자작곡도 많아.
Geu main-rapper-neun ja-jak-gok-do man-a.
That main rapper has a lot of self-written songs. (Shows creative contribution)
메인 래퍼의 솔로 노래가 기대돼.
Main-rapper-ui solo nora-ga gi-dae-dwae.
I’m looking forward to the main rapper’s solo song. (Fans anticipate solo projects from main rappers)
⚠️ Don’t use main-rapper when…
Don’t confuse main rapper with main vocalist—these are entirely different positions with different skill requirements. Not all main rappers are equally skilled lyrically; some focus more on flow while others emphasize meaningful content.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Alchemy of Souls — A character performs a rap that impresses others with their wordplay and flow
- K-Pop: BTS — RM as main rapper, featured in ‘Intro: Persona’ and multiple solo tracks
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