Verbal (rapper) Biography: Children, Songs, Net Worth, Age, Height, Wife, Albums, Instagram

Young-Kee Yu, popularly known by his stage name Verbal, was born on August 21, 1975.

He is a Japanese rapper, music video director, and record producer known for his dynamic contributions to the Japanese hip-hop and pop scene.

As a member of influential groups such as m-flo and Teriyaki Boyz, Verbal has worked with top artists both in Japan and internationally.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Young-Kee Yu
• Stage Name: Verbal
• Born: August 21, 1975
• Age: 50 years old
• Birthplace: Tokyo, Japan
• Nationality: Japanese
• Occupation: Rapper, Music Video Director, Record Producer
• Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Young-Kee Yu
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Yoon Ahn
• Children: 2
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life And Education

Verbal was born on August 21, 1975, in Tokyo, Japan, and he is 50 years old.

He is of Korean descent, born to Mr. and Mrs. Young-Kee Yu, and was raised in a multicultural household.

Though his siblings have not been publicly named.

Verbal practices Christianity and belongs to the Zainichi Korean ethnicity (ethnic Koreans residing in Japan).

He spent part of his youth in the United States, where he attended St. Mary’s International School in Tokyo before moving to the U.S. for higher education.

He graduated from Boston College with a degree in philosophy and marketing, which gave him a global perspective and influenced his later artistic direction.

Career

Verbal first gained recognition as the rapper for the Japanese hip-hop group m-flo, alongside DJ Taku Takahashi.

The group debuted in the late 1990s and quickly became one of the most influential acts in the J-urban scene.

Their experimental style fused hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music, earning both critical acclaim and commercial success.

In addition to m-flo, Verbal became a founding member of the Teriyaki Boyz, a rap group affiliated with A Bathing Ape (BAPE), produced by Nigo, and known internationally for working with artists like Kanye West and Pharrell Williams.

Verbal is also a renowned music video director and fashion collaborator, having directed visuals for his music projects and worked closely with brands like Louis Vuitton and Ambush (a fashion label co-founded with his wife, Yoon).

Throughout his career, Verbal has collaborated with global artists such as Kanye West, Snoop Dogg, Crystal Kay, and Namie Amuro.

His style is characterized by genre-blending, futuristic sounds, and high-fashion visuals, making him a cultural icon in Japan’s hip-hop and pop industries.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @verbal_ambush

Personal Life

Japanese rapper, music video director, and record producer Verbal is married to Yoon Ahn, a Korean-Japanese fashion designer and creative director of the global brand AMBUSH.

The couple has two children.

Regarding his height, Verbal stands at 5 feet 7 inches tall which is approximately (170 cm).

Verbal was previously not linked to any public romantic relationships before his marriage to Yoon Ahn.

Discography

As part of m-flo:

• Planet Shining (2000)
• Expo Expo (2001)
• Beat Space Nine (2005)
• Future Is Wow (2014)

As part of Teriyaki Boyz:

• Beef or Chicken (2005)

Solo:

• Visionair (2011)

Net Worth

Verbal has an estimated net worth of $4 million.

His income sources include music production, performances, directing music videos, brand endorsements, and fashion collaborations, particularly through his work with AMBUSH.

His dual role in entertainment and fashion has made him one of the most influential creative figures in Japan.