Tarzzan

Lee Chae-won (; born September 27, 2002), also known as Tarzzan , is a South Korean model, rapper, and dancer. He first competed as a professional dancer at the Seoul International Dance Competition in 2017 and later became the first Korean male dancer to win consecutive gold medals at the 49th and 50th Dong‑A International Contemporary Dance Competition in 2019 and 2020. He debuted as a model at the 2022 F/W Seoul Fashion Week and is currently active as a member of AllDay Project, a co-ed group under The Black Label.

Early life Lee Chae-won was born on September 27, 2002, in Ulsan, South Korea. He attended elementary school in Arizona, United States; its only Asian student. Returning to South Korea, he auditioned for a role in Friend: The Great Legacy (2013), and trained as a triathlete before switching to contemporary dance at the suggestion of his cousin, He later attended , majoring in modern dance, and studied contemporary dance at the Korea National University of Arts.

Career 2017–2024: Career beginnings and modeling advancements Lee first competed at the 14th Seoul International Dance Competition in 2017, placing first at age 13–14 (Korean age). He became the first Korean male dancer to win gold medals for two consecutive years at the 49th and 50th in 2019 and 2020; where he received the grand prix, and the 2022 Berlin International Dance Competition, where he earned a gold medal.

In 2022, Lee received a gold medal at the Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition (VKIBC) in New York. He was subsequently invited by the Martha Graham School to participate in a three-week winter intensive course and by the New York Theatre Ballet for its choreography workshop. He also received a scholarship from the Alvin Ailey School, an opportunity that aligned with his goal of becoming the first Korean dancer to join the Alvin Ailey II Dance Company. He received the offer while assisting a friend with choreography during her participation in a supermodel contest. He became a steady fixture on the Seoul Fashion Week runway and expanded his work internationally through the 2024 Milan Fashion Week. His editorial presence spaned all fashion magazines in South Korea, including Esquire, Vogue, Dazed, and GQ, with additional features in Japanese publications such as Nylon. His portfolio also include campaigns for Samsung, McDonald's, Musinsa, Caribbean Bay, and LG U+,

2025–present: Debut with AllDay Project

In 2023, Lee met singer Bryan Chase at a launch party while working as a model. Through Chase, he was introduced to Teddy Park, co-founder of The Black Label, to discuss a potential opportunity with the agency. Lee was subsequently scouted and selected for the label’s next prospective act, becoming one of its first confirmed members alongside Annie Moon. He was introduced as a member of AllDay Project, a co-ed group under Park's label, on June 9, 2025, and debuted as "Tarzzan"—a stage name derived from a viral contemporary dance performance in nude‑toned attire—with the group's single album Famous on June 23. In their eponymous release, Lee released his first solo single titled "Medusa", accompanied with a music video;

Following his debut, Lee broadened his creative activities, receiving credits as a model, graphic designer, and sound contributor for Eyesmag in 2026, most notably contributing to a Hermès pictorial with the magazine.

Artistry Influence Lee's artistic sensibilities reflect influences across dance, fashion, and music. His foundational training was established at Busan Arts High School under the guidance of contemporary dancer Ha Jung‑oh. and fashion runways curated by Virgil Abloh for Louis Vuitton. His creative outlook was further shaped by his early exposure to hip‑hop during childhood in the United States, particularly through artists such as Lil Wayne and ASAP Rocky. His reputation extends beyond contemporary dance, with dancers in other genres, including ballet and traditional Korean dance, also familiar with his work and achievements.

Philanthropy In 2022, Lee participated in the ‘Eco‑friendly Charity Bazaar,’ where he sold personal items for the event organized by Hope Friends Hunger Relief. The proceeds were donated to Spring B Salon (봄B살롱), a community space operated by the social enterprise to support individuals facing food insecurity.

Discography

Singles Title Year Peak positions Album KORDL Collaborations "For Granted" 2025 — Granted Other charted songs "Hot" 2025 31 AllDay Project "Medusa" 35 "Would You" 2026 31 Quintessence

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 Year Artist Title AlbumLyricistComposer Credited With Credited With 2025 AllDay Project "Famous" Famous "Wicked" "One More Time" AllDay Project "Look at Me" "You and I" Tarzzan, Bailey "Hot" Tarzzan "Medusa" Bryan Chase, Tarzzan "For Granted" Granted 2026 AllDay Project "I Don't Bargain" Taeyang "Would You" Quintessence Big Bang "Biiig"

Videography Music Videos + List of music videos, showing year released and name of the directors Year Title Director(s) 2026 "Medusa"

Filmography Television shows Year Title Role 2026 Take a Hike Cast member

Music video appearances Year Song title Artist 2023 "I Do" I-dle 2024 "Supernatural" NewJeans