# ZICO

Zico is a South Korean rapper, record producer, and singer-songwriter known for his versatility in both K-pop and hip hop scenes.  He maintains a balance between underground credibility and mainstream appeal, serving as a bridge between the two genres.

Profile: https://www.cultiq.app/directory/south-korea/zico

## Core facts
- Category: Soloist
- Entertainment scene: South Korea
- Active since: 2011
- Genre: Hip-Hop, K-Pop, R&B, Pop

## Audience
- Estimated fandom size: 3M
- Female share: 55%
- Core audience: Millennials – Gen Z
- Top market: South Korea
- Top market: Japan
- Top market: Indonesia
- Top market: United States
- Top market: Philippines
- Top market: Thailand

## Highlights
- Milestone: Top market South Korea — 35% of fandom
- Streaming: Underground credibility merged with mainstream K-pop appeal across rap and hip-hop audiences.
- Partnerships: Multi-talented producer-songwriter positioning fits music, fashion, and creative industry partnerships.

## Frequently asked

### Who is ZICO?
ZICO is a Soloist from South Korea, debuted in 2011.

### How many fans does ZICO have?
ZICO has approximately 3 million global fans, making them a Rising tier artist on the Cultiq fandom index.

### What markets is ZICO popular in?
ZICO's strongest markets are South Korea, Japan, Indonesia, out of 20 markets tracked on Cultiq.

### What genres does ZICO perform?
ZICO performs Hip-Hop, K-Pop, R&B, Pop, primarily within the Soloist ecosystem.

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