Bailey Drew Sok (; born February 24, 2004), known mononymously as Bailey (), is an American professional dancer, choreographer, singer, songwriter and rapper 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 musician, she debuted as a member of AllDay Project, a co-ed group under The Black Label.
Early life Bailey Drew Sok was born on February 24, 2004, in Placentia, Orange County, California, to Korean parents. Her Korean name is Sok Yu-jin (). Sok's two older sisters, who were actively involved in dance, introduced her to music and movement from an early age. Inspired by her sisters' involvement in the art, Sok began dancing at two and a half years old. Following a recommendation from the director of her sisters' dance studio, her parents enrolled her in formal lessons, where she trained in classical styles such as jazz, ballet, contemporary and tap, under Molly Long. By the age of five, she was attending summer intensives in Los Angeles taught by Matt Steffanina.
As her professional commitments increased, Sok transitioned to homeschooling in eighth grade.
Career 2010–2024: Career beginnings By the ages of six and ten, Sok actively participated in dance competitions before shifting to hip-hop. Her early recognition came when several of her performances gained attention on YouTube, namely her dance performance from the KAR Dance Competition, which amassed millions of views overnight. As her online presence grew, she later became a TikTok sensation. Expanding her competitive experience, Sok performed with the all-girl dance group Buns & Roses on Season 9 of America's Got Talent, and SRANK in 2018. Shortly after, she competed alongside Kida the Great in Season 4 of NBC's World of Dance.
By fourteen, she was teaching dance internationally, leading classes across the United States, Australia, France, Portugal, Japan, Korea, China, and Poland. Her growing expertise led to collaborations with prominent artists, including Janet Jackson, Jason Derulo, Meghan Trainor, and Marshmello, and became the youngest instructor at the 2019 Fair Play Dance Camp in Kraków. 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. 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. Since then, she has worked on routines for various artists, including: Taemin's "Idea", Aespa's "Savage", Kai's "Peaches", and Taeyang's "Shoong".
2025–present: Debut with AllDay Project
In February 2024, a series of leaked photos of The Black Label trainees, later revealed to be members of the agency's girl group Meovv, quickly circulated online. The content, which garnered widespread attention, prominently included Ella Gross, Annie Moon, and Sok. 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.
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. 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. Each performance serves as a direct translation of sound into motion, demonstrating precision, fluidity, and adaptability.
Her versatility stems from a diverse training background, which includes classical styles such as ballet and jazz, as well as hip-hop and open-style choreography. This foundation has enabled her to develop musicality, body control, and the ability to execute intricate movements with precision. Sok's approach emphasizes attention to detail, ensuring that every beat, transition, and nuance is reflected in her performance. Her ability to blend various dance styles has contributed to her distinctive presence in the industry, making her choreography both dynamic and technically refined.
Influence Sok named 2NE1, Big Bang, and Girls' Generation as the artists she listened to growing up. She describes their music as "electrifying and full of energy", which shaped her passion for dancing and performing.
Reham Rafiq, a Pakistani dancer, credits Sok as an influence.
Other ventures Endorsements Sok has been endorsed by brand campaigns belonging to Samsung and Nike, and collaborated with Spotify and Roblox on its "Spotify Island's K-Park" project.
Choreography credits Year Artist Song Album 2018 Denim Nicole "Lemonade" rowspan="3" K/DA "Pop/Stars" 2019 Wengie "Empire" Red Velvet "Psycho"The ReVe Festival: Finale 2020 Taemin "Idea" (이데아; 理想) Never Gonna Dance Again 2021 Shinee "Don't Call Me" Don't Call Me Aespa "Savage" Savage Kai "Peaches" Peaches 2022 Aespa "Illusion" Girls 2023 Taeyang "Vibe" Down to Earth "Shoong!" Aespa "Spicy" My World Jeon Somi "Gold Gold Gold" Game Plan 2024 Meovv "Meow" My Eyes Open VVide "Body" 2025 AllDay Project "Famous" Famous "Wicked"
Filmography Film Year Title Role 2019 Zoe Valentine Vivi Anderson 2024 Dance Rivals Lucky
Television shows Year Title Role Notes 2014 America's Got Talent season 9 Contestant as Buns and Roses 2016 Dance Video Throwdown rowspan="2" 2017 Dance-Off Juniors 2018 World of Dance season 2 as S-Rank 2020 World of Dance season 4 with Kida Burns 2021 Truth Be Told Season 2 Episodes 3 & 6 Sponsor Kid https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8491966/
Music video appearances Year Song title Artist 2020 "Poppin" KSI "Drum Go Dum" K/DA 2022 "She's All I Wanna Be" Tate McRae "Cruel" Jackson Wang
Discography
Singles + List of singles, showing year released, and name of the album Title Year Album "Can't Kill Me" 2026
Songwriting credits All song credits are adapted from the Korea Music Copyright Association's database unless stated otherwise. + List of songs, showing year released, artist name, and name of the album Title Year Artist(s) Album Lyricist Composer "Wicked" 2025 AllDay Project Famous "One More Time" AllDay Project "Look at Me" "Hot" (Tarzzan and Bailey) "I Don't Bargain" 2026 rowspan="2" "Can't Kill Me" Bailey "Talk"AllDay ProjectCrash "Crash" "Do It Like This" "No Limit" "Up All Night"
Awards and nominations + 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 Adweek Creator Visionary Awards 2023 Dance Creator of the Year Bailey Sok Arena Awards 2019 Rising Star of the Year Choreo Awards 2025 Star Dance of the Year Industry Dance Awards 2017 Favorite Dancer 17 & Under World Choreography Awards 2022 Digital Content Independent "Somebody That I Used To Know"
References
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8491966/
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