CL

South Korean rapper and singer

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Audience2.1M
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Born 1991 · age 35South Korea

South Korea MusiciansSinger / Musician

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Age
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Born 1991
Known for
Mile 22
2018

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Updated 2026-06-25

Lee Chae-rin, better known by her stage name CL, is a South Korean rapper, singer, and songwriter. Born in Seoul, South Korea, she spent much of her early life in Japan and France. She rose to fame as a member and leader of the girl group 2NE1, who debuted in 2009 under YG Entertainment. They became one of the most popular South Korean girl groups worldwide and one of the best-selling girl groups. As a solo artist, CL made her debut with the single "The Baddest Female" in May 2013 and released the solo track "MTBD" in February 2014 as part of 2NE1's final studio album Crush.