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EXID
EXID (; ; short for "Exceed in Dreaming") is a South Korean girl group formed in 2012. The group currently consists of five members: Heo Sol-ji, Solji, Elly (rapper), Elly, Hani (singer), Hani, Seo Hye-lin, Hyelin and Park Jeong-hwa, Jeonghwa. EXID debuted in February 2012, with the single "Whoz That Girl". Though the album gained some attention, it was not until 2014 that the group unexpectedly gained popularity with the single "Up & Down (song), Up & Down", which reached number one on the Gaon Singles Chart four months after release due to a fan-recording of a live performance becoming a viral video. EXID released their second EP ''Ah Yeah (EP), Ah Yeah'' in April 2015, to commercial success, and followed this with their first studio album ''Street (EXID album), Street'' (2016) and various other EPs over the years. In May 2019, EXID announced its indefinite hiatus for Korean group activities due to various members leaving their agency Banana Culture, but remained active in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
EXID (South Korean Girl Group) In October 2013
EXID (; ; initialism for "Exceed in Dreaming") is a South Korean girl group formed in 2012. The group currently consists of five members: Solji, Elly, Hani, Hyelin and Jeonghwa. EXID debuted in February 2012, with the single "Whoz That Girl". Though the album gained some attention, it was not until 2014 that the group unexpectedly gained popularity with the single " Up & Down", which reached number one on the Gaon Singles Chart four months after release due to a fan-recording of a live performance becoming a viral video. EXID released their second EP '' Ah Yeah'' in April 2015, to commercial success, and followed this with their first studio album ''Street'' (2016) and various other EPs over the years. In May 2019, EXID announced its indefinite hiatus for Korean group activities due to various members leaving their agency Banana Culture, but remained active in their Japanese releases such as their studio albums ''Trouble'' (2019) and '' B.L.E.S.S.E.D'' (2020). EXID returne ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Heo Sol-ji
Heo Sol-ji (Hangul: 허솔지; born January 10, 1989), known mononymously as Solji, is a South Korean singer. She was a member of the ballad duo group 2NB from 2006 to 2010. She later became a vocal trainer before joining EXID in July 2012 as the leader and main vocalist. Career Solji was formerly a member of the vocal duo 2NB with Blady's Gabin, and released solo singles in 2008. The duo disbanded in 2012. She then worked as EXID's vocal trainer before becoming a member. In April 2012, AB Entertainment announced that three original members Yuji, Dami, and Haeryeong would leave the girl group EXID. Solji then joined EXID along with Hyelin, a former '' Superstar K3'' participant. In February 2013, EXID formed a sub-unit called "Dasoni", which consisted of Solji and Hani. The sub-unit released their debut single "Goodbye" on February 15, 2013, which also included the song "Said So Often". In February 2015, Solji participated in a singing competition program, MBC's ''King of Ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hani (singer)
Ahn Hee-yeon (Hangul: 안희연; born May 1, 1992), professionally known as Hani, is a South Korean singer and actress. She is known as a member of the South Korean girl group EXID and its subgroup, SoljiHani (formerly known as Dasoni (Hangul: 다소니)). She has appeared on television as a host on ''Weekly Idol'' and a cast member on ''Off to School'', ''Crime Scene'' and '' A Style for You.'' Early life Ahn Hee-yeon was born on May 1, 1992, in Seoul, South Korea, but her family and friends all called her Hani from a young age. She competed in triathlons from elementary until middle school, and was also an avid swimmer. She is the sister of actor Ahn Tae Hwan. Prior to her debut with EXID, she was originally set to debut as a member of a girl group under JYP Entertainment, along with Sistar's Hyolyn, Secret's Song Ji-eun and Bestie's Uji. However, she was cut from JYP after a year. Hani stated that the company did not see potential in her. Following this, she went to study a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ah Yeah (EP)
''Ah Yeah'' (stylized in all caps) is the second extended play by South Korean girl group EXID. It was released on April 13, 2015 by Yedang Entertainment and distributed by Sony Music. The EP was supported by two singles: " Up & Down", which served as the lead single, and the title track "Ah Yeah", which was released as a follow-up single to the former. Background and release On March 4, 2015, ''Star News'' reported that Exid was working on a new song, scheduled for release in the second week of April, but it was undecided whether the song would be released as a single or with a mini-album. On April 3, the album's cover art and tracklist were leaked online, prompting Yedang to issue a statement the following day that the company would take legal action if the leak harmed the success of the group's comeback. Exid held a showcase at Noon Square in Myeongdong on April 12, where they performed "Ah Yeah" for the public for the first time. As of October 2015, the album has sold over ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elly (rapper)
Ahn Hyo-jin (; born December 10, 1991), professionally known as ELLY () and formerly known as LE, is a South Korean rapper, producer and songwriter. She has been a member of K-pop girl group EXID since 2012. She was also previously a member of the underground hip hop group, Jiggy Fellaz, performing under the stage name, Elly. Elly left Banana Culture on March 25, 2020. Career EXID EXID officially debuted on February 16, 2012, with the release of their debut single, "Whoz That Girl". Solo activities In May 2012, Elly collaborated with Gavy NJ on their song, "Don't Call Me". In February 2013, producer Brave Brothers revealed that Elly had collaborated with B2ST's Junhyung and Big Star's Feeldog in a project group and would be releasing a single on February 21, 2013. A teaser was released on February with a "19+" rating, which was previously acknowledged in the single cover, "19+ Profanity Included – Absurd", and on February 20, Brave Brothers released Elly's version of th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Up & Down (song)
"Up & Down" () is a song recorded by South Korean girl group EXID. It was released on August 27, 2014 by Yedang Company as a digital single, serving as the lead single for the group's second extended play ''Ah Yeah'', which was released on April 13, 2015. Initially failing to chart, the song eventually became a commercial success in South Korea, peaking at number one on the Gaon Digital Chart 4 months after its initial release, and went on to sell more than 1.4 million digital units by the end of 2015. A Japanese-language version of "Up & Down" was released in Japan on August 22, 2018 through Tokuma Japan. The song served as the group's debut in the country for their Japanese studio album, ''Trouble'', which was released on April 7, 2019. Background and release "Up & Down" was released in South Korea on August 27, 2014 through Yedang Company via digital download and streaming. In Japan, the song was released as a single album titled ''Up & Down Special Edition'' on August 22, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Jeong-hwa
Park Jeong-hwa (born May 8, 1995), also known mononymously as Jeonghwa, is a South Korean singer and actress. She is best known as a member of EXID. Biography Park Jeong-hwa was born on May 8, 1995, in Anyang, Gyeonggi, South Korea. She was a JYP Entertainment trainee before joining Yedang Entertainment. EXID Park made her musical debut as a member of EXID on February 15, 2012, with the release of their debut single, "Whoz That Girl". As actress Park made her acting debut as a child actress in a bit part in ''Wives on Strike'' (2004). In 2005, she became a co-host of NATV's ''Freshful Children Congress''. In 2015, she became a cast member in the variety television show ''Soulmates Returns''. In the same year, she portrayed Yook Ah-young in the drama ''Webtoon Hero Toondra Show'' as her first major leading role. She also appeared in several music videos such as Wonder Girls' " Tell Me" (2007), Huh Gak and LE's "Whenever You Play That Song" (2011), I-Rex's "That You're ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seo Hye-lin
Seo Hye-lin (Hangul: 서혜린; born August 23, 1993), referred to as Hyelin, is a South Korean singer. She is best known as a member of the South Korean girl group EXID. Career In 2011, she participated in Mnet (TV channel), Mnet's ''Superstar K3'', making it through the auditions to "SuperWeek". In April 2012, AB Entertainment announced that the three original members Yuji, Dami and Na Hae-ryung would leave EXID. Hye-lin then joined the group along with Heo Sol-ji. In April 2019, Hyelin opened her own YouTube channel ‘Jeul-Lin TV’ short for ‘Joy Full-Lin TV’. On January 15, 2020, Hyelin terminated her contract with Banana Culture and left the agency. On May 6, 2020, Hyelin signed an exclusive contract with IHQ (company), SidusHQ. On May 6, 2021, Hyelin made her solo debut with the digital single "Lonely". Discography Singles Filmography Television show Ambassadorship * Public relations ambassador for Namyangju (2020–present) References External links< ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Every Night (EXID Song)
"Every Night" () is a song recorded by South Korean girl group EXID. The song was released as a digital single on October 2, 2012 through AB Entertainment. The song is written by member LE, and co-produced by LE and Shinsadong Tiger. "Every Night" is a rearrangement of the track "Call", which was on their first extended play, ''Hippity Hop''. Music video The music video for "Every Night" was released on October 4, 2012. In the music video the members of EXID prepare a bright red concoction which is made out of an unknown substance. They then put the red liquid into glass test tubes, and then pack them in a padded briefcase. The video then cuts to a party, where there is a man dressed in a suit, with many beautiful ladies wearing white dresses. When the members of EXID arrive, the man and the women laugh and toast to the man. The members of EXID then proceed to remove the test tubes out of the briefcase and then throw them on the floor, which releases the red liquid inside. The subst ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trouble (EXID Album)
''Trouble'' is the debut Japanese studio album (second overall) by South Korean girl group EXID. It was released on April 3, 2019, by Tokuma Japan Communications. Release The album was released in two physical editions, including a regular and a limited edition, and as a digital download on April 3, 2019. Commercial performance ''Trouble'' debuted and peaked at number 12 on the Oricon Albums Chart and at number 23 on ''Billboard Japan ''Billboard Japan'' is a sister organization of the U.S.-based music magazine ''Billboard''. It is operated by the Japanese Osaka-based company Hanshin Contents Link (a subsidiary of Hanshin Electric Railway), holding an exclusive licence from ''Bi ...''s Hot Albums. It also peaked at number 10 on ''Billboard Japan''s Top Albums Sales, with 4,831 physical copies sold in its first week. Track listing Charts References {{Authority control EXID albums Tokuma Shoten albums 2019 albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hippity Hop
''Hippity Hop'' is the debut extended play by South Korean girl group EXID. The album marked the first appearance of the group's new line-up. The lead single, "I Feel Good", was written and produced by Shinsadong Tiger. Music video A teaser of the music video for "I Feel Good" was released on August 6. The full music video was released on August 14, 2012, along with the EP release. Promotions In order to promote the album, EXID promote the single in various music programs. Promotions of the song "I Feel Good" started on August 17. EXID held their first comeback stage through KBS's ''Music Bank'' on August 17, 2012. Chart performance In South Korea, "I Feel Good" entered the Gaon Single Chart at number 56 during the week of August 13, 2012. During that week the song was downloaded 57,697 times. "I Feel Good" also appeared in the Gaon Monthly Chart. By the end of August, "I Feel Good" peaked at number 122 on Gaon Monthly Single Chart and had 110,103 downloads sold. By the en ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Street (EXID Album)
''Street'' is the debut studio album by South Korean girl group EXID. The album was released digitally and physically on June 1, 2016. The album contains thirteen tracks with the lead single, "L.I.E". The album was a commercial success peaking at number 2 on the Gaon Album Chart. The album has sold over 20,278 physical copies as of December 2016. Background and release On April 19, 2016 BANANA Culture announced that EXID would have a comeback of first week in June with their first studio album. The album was named the third best Kpop album of 2016 by ''Billboard''. The article noted, "The strongest girl-group output of 2016, EXID finally got the chance to show what they were capable of with a full-length album of offbeat-yet-trendy dance tracks that delivered on the promise they showed so early in the career. 'L.I.E' is an aggressive pop banger, but slick songs like "Cream," "Don't Want a Drive" and "No Way" rival it for best and most accessible song on the album." Promotion EXI ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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