GAWON (ę°ě) is a Korean-American singer, model, and member of MEOVV, the five-member girl group under THEBLACKLABEL. Born Lee Ga-won (ě´ę°ě) on April 27, 2005, she was born in the United States and later moved to South Korea with her family. Before debuting with MEOVV, Gawon trained as an idol and had experience as a child model.
Gawon made her official debut with MEOVV on September 6, 2024, with the digital single “MEOW.” She was introduced as the group’s second revealed member in August 2024.
Beyond her activities as a performer, Gawon has participated in MEOVV‘s songwriting. She has received writing credits on songs including “TOXIC,” “DROP TOP,” “LIT RIGHT NOW,” “DDI RO RI,” “In My Hands,” “Favorite song,” and “Revenge.”
Gawon (MEOVV) Profile
GAWON Basic Facts
- Stage Name: GAWON (ę°ě)
- Birth Name: Lee Ga-won (ě´ę°ě / ě´ę°ě)
- English Name: Chloe Lee
- Birthday: April 27, 2005
- Birthplace: United States
- Nationality: Korean-American
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Agency: THEBLACKLABEL
- Group: MEOVV
- Debut Date: September 6, 2024
- Debut Song: âMEOWâ
- Occupation: Singer, performer, songwriter, model
Gawon was born to Korean parents in the United States and later moved to South Korea with her family while she was still young. Mnet’s artist profile also lists her birthplace as the United States and confirms her April 27, 2005 birthday and MEOVV debut.
Early Life & Background
Gawon was born in the United States to Korean parents. According to biographical profiles, she spent part of her childhood in the United States before moving to South Korea with her family while she was still in elementary school.
Growing up between Korean and American environments contributed to her fluency in both Korean and English.
Before becoming known as a member of MEOVV, Gawon also had experience in modeling and appeared in advertising work, including campaigns associated with Adidas.
Pre-Debut Career
Modeling
Before her K-pop debut, Gawon worked as a model and appeared in advertising campaigns.
Her pre-debut modeling experience became part of her background in fashion and visual work, which later developed into a major part of her activities as a MEOVV member.
YG Entertainment Trainee
Gawon previously trained under YG Entertainment before continuing her trainee career under THEBLACKLABEL.
She eventually joined THEBLACKLABEL and trained for her future debut as a member of MEOVV.
Trainee Years
During her trainee period, Gawon developed her singing and performance skills and participated in monthly evaluations.
She has also spoken about developing an interest in songwriting from a young age. In an interview with L’Officiel Malaysia, Gawon explained that she had written lyrics as a child and had dreamed of becoming a songwriter before pursuing music professionally.
GAWON’s MEOVV Debut
Member Reveal
GAWON was introduced as the second revealed member of MEOVV in August 2024.
She followed the introduction of the group’s first revealed member and was subsequently introduced alongside SOOIN, ANNA, NARIN, and ELLA as part of THEBLACKLABEL’s first girl group.
Official Debut
MEOVV officially debuted on September 6, 2024, with the single “MEOW.”
MEOVV became the first girl group launched by THEBLACKLABEL. The group consists of five members: SOOIN, GAWON, ANNA, NARIN, and ELLA.
GAWON’s Role in MEOVV
Gawon is known as one of MEOVV‘s vocal performers and has also participated in the group’s songwriting.
THEBLACKLABEL does not publish an official fixed member-position list on its MEOVV profile, so titles such as “Main Vocalist” or “Lead Rapper” should not be presented as official positions unless the agency confirms them.
Her contributions to MEOVV extend beyond performing, particularly through her documented songwriting credits.
GAWON Songwriting & Creative Contributions
Gawon has received songwriting or lyric-writing credits on multiple MEOVV releases.
âTOXICâ â 2024
Gawon received a lyric-writing credit on âTOXIC,â released on November 18, 2024.
The song’s lyrics were credited to Billy Walsh, Zikai, GAWON, NARIN, and Claudia Valentina.
Gawon and NARIN have discussed their involvement in writing the song, making âTOXICâ an important early example of member participation in MEOVV’s music.
âDROP TOPâ â 2025
Gawon participated in writing the lyrics for “DROP TOP,” one of the title tracks from MEOVV‘s first EP, MY EYES OPEN VVIDE.
The song credits list Gawon alongside TEDDY, Vince, KUSH, and 24 among the writers.
âLIT RIGHT NOWâ â 2025
Gawon also participated in writing âLIT RIGHT NOW.â
The track was written by TEDDY, GAWON, NARIN, Vince, 24, Travis Garland, Malachiii, and Billy Walsh.
Gawon explained that she worked on the song with NARIN and TEDDY during their trainee period.
âDDI RO RIâ â 2026
Gawon continued her songwriting participation on âDDI RO RI,â the title track from MEOVV’s second EP, BITE NOW.
GAWON, NARIN, and ELLA participated in the writing of the song alongside TEDDY and other credited writers.
âIn My Handsâ â 2026
Gawon also participated in writing âIn My Hands.â
The song credits include GAWON and NARIN among the lyric writers.
âFavorite songâ â 2026
Gawon and NARIN participated in writing âFavorite song.â
The track’s lyrics are credited to NARIN, DCF, UPSAHL, GAWON, and 24.
âRevengeâ â 2026
Gawon also received a songwriting credit on âRevenge,â the closing track of BITE NOW.
The lyrics were credited to Chrishan, IMANI, NARIN, GAWON, ELLA, and Malachiii.
GAWON Discography With MEOVV
Singles
MEOW
- Release Date: September 6, 2024
- Release Type: Digital Single
- Title Track: âMEOWâ
TOXIC
- Release Date: November 18, 2024
- Release Type: Digital Single
- Tracks: âTOXIC,â âBODYâ
HANDS UP
- Release Date: April 28, 2025
- Release Type: Digital Single
BURNING UP
- Release Date: October 14, 2025
- Release Type: Single
EPs
MY EYES OPEN VVIDE
- Release Date: May 12, 2025
- Release Type: 1st EP
- Tracks:
- HANDS UP
- DROP TOP
- MEOW
- BODY
- TOXIC
- LIT RIGHT NOW
BITE NOW
- Release Date: June 1, 2026
- Release Type: 2nd EP
- Tracks:
- Hit ‘Em
- DDI RO RI
- In my hands
- Favorite song
- Revenge
THEBLACKLABEL’s official MEOVV music page lists the group’s releases through BITE NOW.
GAWON Music Video Appearances
MEOVV â “MEOW”
Gawon appeared in MEOVV‘s debut music video for “MEOW,” released September 6, 2024.
MEOVV â “TOXIC”
Gawon appeared in the music video for âTOXIC,â released November 18, 2024.
MEOVV â “HANDS UP”
Gawon appeared in the music video for âHANDS UP,â released April 28, 2025.
MEOVV â “DROP TOP”
Gawon appeared in the music video for âDROP TOP,â released as part of MY EYES OPEN VVIDE in May 2025.
MEOVV â “BURNING UP”
Gawon appeared in the music video for âBURNING UP,â released in October 2025.
MEOVV â “DDI RO RI”
Gawon appeared in the music video for “DDI RO RI,” the title track of BITE NOW, released June 1, 2026.
Performances & Major Appearances
2024 MAMA Awards
Gawon performed with MEOVV at the 2024 MAMA Awards in Osaka, Japan.
MEOVV performed “MEOW” and “BODY” at the event and received the group’s first major award, Favorite Rising Artist, three months after debut.
MEOVV Group Performances
As a member of MEOVV, Gawon has participated in the group’s music-show stages, showcases, award-show performances, promotional events, and overseas activities following the group’s debut.
GAWON Awards & Achievements
Group Awards With MEOVV
2024
- MAMA Awards â Favorite Rising Artist
2025
- Asia Artist Awards â Best Music Video for âHANDS UPâ
- Asia Artist Awards â Best Musician [Group]
- KGMA â IS Rookie
- TikTok Awards â Best Impact
- The Fact Music Awards â Global Hot Trend
These awards are listed by THEBLACKLABEL on MEOVV‘s official profile.
Individual Career Achievement
Prada Brand Ambassador â 2025
On April 17, 2025, Prada officially announced Gawon as a Prada brand ambassador.
Before the announcement, she attended the Prada Women’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection show in Milan in February 2025.
GAWON Fashion & Brand Activities
Prada
Gawon’s relationship with Prada became one of her most prominent individual activities following MEOVV‘s debut.
She attended Prada’s Fall/Winter 2025 womenswear show in Milan in February 2025 before being officially announced as a Prada brand ambassador in April 2025.
Fashion Editorials
Gawon has also appeared in fashion and editorial features, including work associated with publications such as:
- L’Officiel
- W Korea
- Vogue Korea
- ELLE Japan
- Harper’s BAZAAR
- L’Officiel Singapore
Her fashion activities have become an important part of her individual career alongside her work with MEOVV.
GAWON Magazine & Editorial Features
Gawon has participated in multiple fashion-editorial projects following her debut.
Notable features reported across her career include:
- L’Officiel Malaysia cover and interview
- ELLE Japan editorial
- W Korea features
- Vogue Korea digital editorial
- Harper’s BAZAAR Hong Kong
- L’Officiel Singapore
- Harper’s BAZAAR Korea
Her L’Officiel Malaysia interview also covered her songwriting, fashion interests, MEOVV‘s development, and her work as a performer.
GAWON’s Interest in Fashion
Fashion has been an important interest for Gawon since childhood.
In a 2025 PAPER Magazine interview, she described fashion as a core part of MEOVV‘s identity and explained that she enjoyed dressing up and creating fashion shows for herself when she was younger.
Her fashion activities later expanded into professional partnerships, including her appointment as a Prada brand ambassador.
GAWON Latest Activities
BITE NOW â 2026
Gawon participated in MEOVV‘s second EP, BITE NOW, released June 1, 2026.
She contributed songwriting credits to multiple tracks on the EP, including âDDI RO RI,â âIn My Hands,â âFavorite song,â and âRevenge.â
W Korea x Prada â 2026
Gawon continued her fashion activities in 2026, including a W Korea x Prada project documented through MEOVV‘s official YouTube channel in September 2026.
Prada Fashion Activities â 2026
Gawon also continued appearing at Prada-related fashion events during 2026, including Milan Fashion Week activities.
GAWON Fun Facts
- Gawon was born in the United States to Korean parents.
- She later moved to South Korea while she was still young.
- She is Korean-American.
- Before debut, she trained under YG Entertainment.
- She had modeling experience before becoming a MEOVV member.
- She has participated in songwriting for multiple MEOVV songs.
- She has spoken about wanting to become a songwriter from a young age.
- She has a strong interest in fashion.
- She became a Prada brand ambassador in 2025.
- She was the second MEOVV member revealed before the group’s debut.
- She has participated in songwriting across multiple MEOVV releases, including both MY EYES OPEN VVIDE and BITE NOW.
