Bailey Sok
American singer, rapper, dancer and choreographer (born 2004)
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Bailey Drew Sok (/beɪli druː 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”.
February 24, 2004
- Dancer
- choreographer
- singer
- rapper
Bailey Sok | |
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Sok in October 2025 | |
| Born | Bailey Drew Sok February 24, 2004 Placentia, California, U.S. |
| Other names | Sok Yu-jin |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2010–present |
| Musical career | |
| Origin | Seoul, South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop |
| Years active | 2025–present |
| Label | The Black Label |
| Member of | AllDay Project |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 석유진 |
| RR | Seok Yujin |
| MR | Sŏk Yujin |
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
Choreography credits
| 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] |
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Zoe Valentine | Vivi Anderson | [26] |
| 2024 | Dance Rivals | Lucky | [27] |
Television shows
| 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] |
Music video appearances
| 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] |
Discography
Songwriting credits
| Title | Year | Artist(s) | Album | Lyricist | Composer | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Wicked" | 2025 | AllDay Project | Famous | [33] | ||
| "One More Time" | AllDay Project | [34] | ||||
| "Look at Me" | ||||||
| "Hot" (Tarzzan and Bailey) | ||||||
| "I Don't Bargain" | 2026 | Non-album single | [35] |
Awards and nominations
| 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] |