Bailey Sok

American singer, rapper, dancer and choreographer (born 2004) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Bailey Drew Sok (/bli dr sɒk/; born February 24, 2004), known mononymously as Bailey (Korean: 베일리), is an American singer, rapper, professional dancer, and choreographer based in South Korea. Born and raised in Orange County, California, Sok began dancing at two and a half years old, and became a dance teacher and choreographer by age fourteen. As a singer, she debuted as a member of the South Korean co-ed group AllDay Project in June 2025, under The Black Label with the single “Famous”.

Born
Bailey Drew Sok

(2004-02-24) February 24, 2004 (age 22)
OthernamesSok Yu-jin
Occupations
  • Dancer
  • choreographer
  • singer
  • rapper
Yearsactive2010–present
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Bailey Sok
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Sok in October 2025
Born
Bailey Drew Sok

(2004-02-24) February 24, 2004 (age 22)
Other namesSok Yu-jin
Occupations
  • Dancer
  • choreographer
  • singer
  • rapper
Years active2010–present
Musical career
OriginSeoul, South Korea
GenresK-pop
Years active2025–present
LabelThe Black Label
Member ofAllDay Project
Korean name
Hangul
석유진
RRSeok Yujin
MRSŏk Yujin
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Early life

Bailey Drew Sok was born on February 24, 2004,[1] in Placentia, Orange County, California, to Korean parents.[2] Her Korean name is Sok Yu-jin (Korean: 석유진).[3] Sok's two older sisters, who were actively involved in dance,[4] introduced her to music and movement from an early age.[4][5] Inspired by her sisters' involvement in the art, Sok began dancing at two and a half years old.[6] Following a recommendation from the director of her sisters' dance studio,[4] her parents enrolled her in formal lessons, where she trained in classical styles such as jazz, ballet, contemporary and tap,[5] under Molly Long, the director of a junior dance team that primarily danced Jazz and Jazz Funk.[7] By the age of five, she was attending summer intensives in Los Angeles taught by Matt Steffanina.[4] As her professional commitments increased, Sok transitioned to homeschooling in eighth grade.[4]

Career

2010–2024: Career beginnings

By the ages of six and ten, Sok actively participated in dance competitions before shifting her focus to hip-hop.[5] Her early recognition came when several of her performances gained attention on YouTube,[2][5] namely her dance performance from the KAR Dance Competition, which amassed millions of views overnight.[2] As her online presence grew, she later became a TikTok sensation.[8] Expanding her competitive experience, Sok performed with the all-girl dance group Buns & Roses on Season 9 of America's Got Talent, Bailey also competed with the group SRANK in 2018 on the second season of , the group took fourth place overall and won their division. Shortly after, she competed alongside Kida the Great in Season 4 of NBC's World of Dance.[5]

By fourteen, she was teaching dance internationally, leading classes across the United States, Australia, France, Portugal, Japan, Korea, China, and Poland.[5] Her growing expertise led to collaborations with prominent artists, including Janet Jackson, Jason Derulo, Meghan Trainor, and Marshmello,[5][8] and became the youngest instructor at the 2019 Fair Play Dance Camp in Kraków.[5] Further establishing herself in the dance industry, she was among four dancers selected to choreograph "Pop/Stars", the debut single of League of Legends' virtual K-pop girl group, K/DA.[5] At fifteen, she worked alongside dancer Mina Myong to choreograph Red Velvet’s lead single, "Psycho", marking the beginning of her career in K-pop choreography.[5] Since then, she has worked on routines for various artists, including: Taemin's "Idea", Aespa's "Savage", Kai's "Peaches", and Taeyang's "Shoong" amidst others.[5][9]

2025–present: Debut with AllDay Project

In February 2024, a series of leaked photos of The Black Label trainees,[10] later revealed to be members of the agency's girl group Meovv,[11] quickly circulated online. The content, which garnered widespread attention, prominently included Ella Gross, Annie Moon, and Sok.[12] Although she did not debut with the act she did choreograph for them, she later was formally introduced as a member of AllDay Project in June 2025, a five-member co-ed ensemble under the same company.[13]

Artistry

Dance style and approach

Bailey Sok's approach to dance is shaped by her emotions and experiences, allowing her to interpret music through movement in a dynamic and expressive manner.[5] Her choreography is deeply connected to the energy of the moment—whether driven by excitement and rhythm inspired by '90s hip-hop or influenced by a more reflective state, drawing from the smooth, understated tones of jazz and lo-fi.[5] Each performance serves as a direct translation of sound into motion, demonstrating precision, fluidity, and adaptability.[5]

Her versatility stems from a diverse training background, which includes classical styles such as ballet and jazz,[5] as well as hip-hop and open-style choreography.[7] This foundation has enabled her to develop musicality, body control, and the ability to execute intricate movements with precision.[7] Sok's approach emphasizes attention to detail, ensuring that every beat, transition, and nuance is reflected in her performance.[7] Her ability to blend various dance styles has contributed to her distinctive presence in the industry, making her choreography both dynamic and technically refined.[7]

Influence

Sok named 2NE1, Big Bang, and Girls' Generation as the artists she listened to growing up.[14] She describes their music as "electrifying and full of energy", which shaped her passion for dancing and performing.[14]

Reham Rafiq, a Pakistani dancer, credits Sok as an influence.[15]

Other ventures

Endorsements

Sok has endorsed for brand campaigns belonging to Samsung and Nike,[16][17] and collaborated with Spotify and Roblox on its "Spotify Island's K-Park" project.[14]

Choreography credits

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Year Artist Song Album Ref.
2018 Denim Nicole "Lemonade" Non-album single [18]
K/DA "Pop/Stars" [19]
2019 Wengie "Empire" (featuring Minnie of (G)I-dle) [1]
Red Velvet "Psycho" The ReVe Festival: Finale [20]
2020 Taemin "Idea" (이데아; 理想) Never Gonna Dance Again [5]
2021 Shinee "Don't Call Me" Don't Call Me [19]
Aespa "Savage" Savage [5]
Kai "Peaches" Peaches [5]
2022 Aespa "Illusion" Girls [21]
2023 Taeyang "Vibe" Down to Earth [9]
"Shoong!" [9]
Aespa "Spicy" My World [22]
Jeon Somi "Gold Gold Gold" Game Plan [citation needed]
2024 Meovv "Meow" My Eyes Open VVide [citation needed]
"Body" [23]
2025 AllDay Project "Famous" Famous [24]
"Wicked" [25]
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Filmography

Film

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Year Title Role Ref.
2019 Zoe Valentine Vivi Anderson [26]
2024 Dance Rivals Lucky [27]
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Television shows

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2014 America's Got Talent season 9 Contestant as Buns and Roses [1]
2016 Dance Video Throwdown N/a [4]
2017 Dance-Off Juniors [1]
2018 World of Dance season 2 as S-Rank [1]
2020 World of Dance season 4 with Kida Burns [28]
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Music video appearances

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Year Song title Artist Ref.
2020 "Poppin" (featuring Lil Pump and Smokepurpp) KSI [29]
"Drum Go Dum" (featuring Aluna, Wolftyla and Bekuh Boom) K/DA [30]
2022 "She's All I Wanna Be" Tate McRae [31]
"Cruel" Jackson Wang [32]
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Discography

Songwriting credits

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List of songs, showing year released, artist name, and name of the album
Title Year Artist(s) Album Lyricist Composer Ref
"Wicked" 2025 AllDay Project Famous Yes No [33]
"One More Time" AllDay Project Yes Yes [34]
"Look at Me" Yes No
"Hot" (Tarzzan and Bailey) Yes No
"I Don't Bargain" 2026 Non-album single Yes No [35]
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Awards and nominations

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Name of the award ceremony, year presented, award category, nominee(s) of the award, and the result of the nomination
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee(s) / Work(s) Result Ref.
Adweek Creator Visionary Awards 2023 Dance Creator of the Year Bailey Sok Won [36]
Arena Awards 2019 Rising Star of the Year Won [citation needed]
Choreo Awards 2025 Star Dance of the Year Pending [37]
Industry Dance Awards 2017 Favorite Dancer 17 & Under Nominated [38]
World Choreography Awards 2022 Digital Content Independent "Somebody That I Used To Know" Nominated [39]
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