Max Zhang, born July on 5, 2002, known professionally as Yung Kai, is a Chinese-Canadian singer and musician. He rose to fame with his 2024 single “Blue,” which went viral on TikTok and Instagram, peaking at number 19 on the Billboard Global 200 and reaching number one in Indonesia. His debut album, Stay with the Ocean, I’ll Find You, was released on September 26, 2025.
Before fame
During high school, he was an active volleyball player. Although he had a strong interest in music early on, his parents initially encouraged him to pursue a career in computer engineering.
Trivia
In 2024, he released his debut EP Dance with Wildflowers on Spotify, which includes four different versions of his single “wildflower.” His YouTube music video for the ballad “Blue” has accumulated over 47 million views.
Family life
He was previously in a relationship with TikTok star and singer Haeun Kim, but they separated in late 2024 due to long distance, announcing the breakup on TikTok. He also owns a cat named Stinki.