Career
On June 12, 2004, he released his first solo album under the name Taebin. He used the name Danny while he worked with 1TYM, and was known for his smooth Rhythm & Blues vocals, often performing with his friend and fellow K-popular artist Seven. Taebin speaks both English and Korean fluently.
His religion is Christian
Im has stated that he prefers being called "Danny" whilst working with 1TYM, and "Taebin" when doing solo-work.
After the release of 1TYM"s fourth album Once North 4 All in 2003, Im returned to his fans with the release of his solo album “TAEBIN of 1TYM”, which showcased the full range of his sound potential rather than hip-hop sounds to which his fans were accustomed. The main track of this album "The Reason Why I Close My Eyes" is a mid-tempo song featuring mellow vocals and string arrangements.
His album also features songs composed by Kim Do Hoon with lyrics by Wheesung. The second track, "The Reason Why I Close my Eyes", is the only song on the album with a music video made for it and stars Koo Hye Sun.
The twelfth track, "TaBu (featuring Park Teddy)" was banned in of Korea due to the song "being thick with sexual intentions." A music video was supposed to be filmed for the song, but as it was banned, the video was never made.
Taebin expressed his disappointment on this ban by stating that "TaBu" was one of his favorite tracks on the album, and that he only wanted to show an amazing love through his voice. In 2012, he began his own television show, "Danny from Los Angeles", which premiered on Mnet America in September. The show talks about the latest trends in Kpop, as well as his time in 1TYM.
