Shine started performing as a DJ in small clubs in New York City and Los Angeles.
Shine met Tiger JK in a rap event and they found similar interests to form a hip hop group in Los Angeles.
After a successful concert, the duo attracted the attention of South Korean music company.
On 2006, he produced and wrote a song for the soundtrack for the movie Cinderella titled, Plastic World.
Shine also made a Korean version of Flo Rida's hit single, Right Round.