Minzy
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Gong Minji more commonly known as Minzy , is a South Korean idol singer, rapper and dancer. She was born in Seoul
. She is currently the main dancer, lead singer and maknae of the Korean girl group
2NE1
which is signed to YG Entertainment
.
Gong Minji debuted in 2009 with group 2NE1
. Their first extended play
, 2NE1
would go on to sell 100,000 copies in 2009. The follow-up studio album
, To Anyone
, sold 150,000 copies.
along with three other members. They debuted in 2009 with "Lollipop
," a collaboration with label mates Big Bang, when Minji was fifteen years old. The song reached number one on the Gaon Chart
s, but questions were raised about whether the group could survive on its own. In May the same year, the group had their official debut with the single "Fire
," that reached number one again along with follow-up promotional single "I Don't Care
." The mini-album 2NE1
went on to sell over 100,000 copies.
After initial success with 2NE1, the group went on a temporary year-long hiatus with each member releasing their own singles. Dara
released "Kiss," Bom
released "You and I," and CL
and Minzy released "Please Don't Go." The song was the lowest performing of the three solo singles but still managed to chart at number six on the monthly charts. After all the members released individual singles, the band released "Follow Me" which landed at number one for the week of February 13. In September, the group had their comeback with album To Anyone
with a triple hit title tracks namely "Go Away
", "Clap Your Hands
", and "Can't Nobody
" wherein it also included "Please Don't Go." The album went on to sold 150,000 copies.
Seoul
Seoul , officially the Seoul Special City, is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. A megacity with a population of over 10 million, it is the largest city proper in the OECD developed world...
. She is currently the main dancer, lead singer and maknae of the Korean girl group
Girl group
A girl group is a popular music act featuring several young female singers who generally harmonise together.Girl groups emerged in the late 1950s as groups of young singers teamed up with behind-the-scenes songwriters and music producers to create hit singles, often featuring glossy production...
2NE1
2NE1
Both the song and the group became popular online: Fire topped Mnet's online chart and 2NE1 became a popular search term. The group was awarded three Cyworld Digital Music Awards; "Lollipop" and "Fire" both won "Song of the Month" and the group won "Rookie of the Month" for May 2009...
which is signed to YG Entertainment
YG Entertainment
YG Entertainment is a record label and talent agency founded by Korean band Seo Taiji & Boys member Yang Hyun Suk and based in Seoul, South Korea. It specializes in producing R&B and hip hop music. YG stands for Yang Goon and are also the initials of the chief executive officer, Yang Hyun Suk...
.
Gong Minji debuted in 2009 with group 2NE1
2NE1
Both the song and the group became popular online: Fire topped Mnet's online chart and 2NE1 became a popular search term. The group was awarded three Cyworld Digital Music Awards; "Lollipop" and "Fire" both won "Song of the Month" and the group won "Rookie of the Month" for May 2009...
. Their first extended play
Extended play
An EP is a musical recording which contains more music than a single, but is too short to qualify as a full album or LP. The term EP originally referred only to specific types of vinyl records other than 78 rpm standard play records and LP records, but it is now applied to mid-length Compact...
, 2NE1
2NE1 (EP)
-Singles:* "Lollipop" digitally released on March 27, 2009. The song was created for LG to promote their Cyon phone, and it was a joint release with Big Bang; the commercial/music video debuted on March 28, 2009...
would go on to sell 100,000 copies in 2009. The follow-up studio album
Studio album
A studio album is an album made up of tracks recorded in the controlled environment of a recording studio. A studio album contains newly written and recorded or previously unreleased or remixed material, distinguishing itself from a compilation or reissue album of previously recorded material, or...
, To Anyone
To Anyone
To Anyone is the first studio album of South Korean hip hop girl group 2NE1. The album was released on September 9, 2010, by YG Entertainment. 2NE1 worked with YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun Suk, Teddy, and e.knock to produce the album. Musically, the album is classified as hip hop, pop, R&B, and...
, sold 150,000 copies.
Early life
Gong Minji was born in Seoul, South Korea, but moved to the countryside shortly thereafter. Minji is the granddaughter of Gong Okjin, a legendary folk dancer.2009–present: Debut with 2NE1
Gong Minji was discovered by YG Entertainment. There was a video of her dancing that was uploaded onto the internet, and got many hits and praises for her ability to dance. Because of her rising popularity through the internet, YG contacted her and recruited her. She was placed into girl group 2NE12NE1
Both the song and the group became popular online: Fire topped Mnet's online chart and 2NE1 became a popular search term. The group was awarded three Cyworld Digital Music Awards; "Lollipop" and "Fire" both won "Song of the Month" and the group won "Rookie of the Month" for May 2009...
along with three other members. They debuted in 2009 with "Lollipop
Lollipop (Big Bang and 2NE1 song)
"Lollipop" is a song by Big Bang and 2NE1, created to promote a cellphone by LG Cyon. It uses an interpolation of the 1958 hit Lollipop written by Julius Dixson and Beverly Ross. The song hit the top spot on various online charts, including a 4-week #1 run on music portal M.Net...
," a collaboration with label mates Big Bang, when Minji was fifteen years old. The song reached number one on the Gaon Chart
Gaon Chart
The Gaon Chart is a national record chart of South Korea. It is complied by the Korea Music Content Industry Association and sponsored by South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism; with an aim to create a national chart for Korea similar to the Billboard charts and Oricon charts...
s, but questions were raised about whether the group could survive on its own. In May the same year, the group had their official debut with the single "Fire
Fire (2NE1 song)
"Fire" is the debut single by K-pop girl group 2NE1. Released in May, the song became a hit on various on- and offline charts.- Background :On April 30, 2009, Yang Hyun-suk of YG Entertainment revealed that 2NE1's debut song would be a hip-hop/reggae song, to be released to digital outlets on May...
," that reached number one again along with follow-up promotional single "I Don't Care
I Don't Care (2NE1 song)
"I Don't Care" is the second single by K-pop group 2NE1 from the eponymous Mini Album, 2NE1 and became a hit on various on- and offline charts.-Song information:...
." The mini-album 2NE1
2NE1 (EP)
-Singles:* "Lollipop" digitally released on March 27, 2009. The song was created for LG to promote their Cyon phone, and it was a joint release with Big Bang; the commercial/music video debuted on March 28, 2009...
went on to sell over 100,000 copies.
After initial success with 2NE1, the group went on a temporary year-long hiatus with each member releasing their own singles. Dara
Sandara Park
Park Sandara , better known as Dara , is a South Korean idol singer, actress, television host and model. She is best known as being a member and the Director of Communications of the Korean girl group 2NE1. However, she first gained major popularity on ABS-CBN's Star Circle Quest during her stay in...
released "Kiss," Bom
Park Bom
Park Bom , is a South Korean idol singer, Born in Seoul, South Korea, she eventually moved to the United States where she learned English. She is the main vocalist of girl group 2NE1, where her stage name became solely "Bom"...
released "You and I," and CL
CL (singer)
Lee Chae-rin , better known as CL , is a South Korean idol rapper, singer , and dancer. She was born in Seoul, South Korea, but spent much of her early life in various places where she learned English, French, and Japanese...
and Minzy released "Please Don't Go." The song was the lowest performing of the three solo singles but still managed to chart at number six on the monthly charts. After all the members released individual singles, the band released "Follow Me" which landed at number one for the week of February 13. In September, the group had their comeback with album To Anyone
To Anyone
To Anyone is the first studio album of South Korean hip hop girl group 2NE1. The album was released on September 9, 2010, by YG Entertainment. 2NE1 worked with YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun Suk, Teddy, and e.knock to produce the album. Musically, the album is classified as hip hop, pop, R&B, and...
with a triple hit title tracks namely "Go Away
Go Away (2NE1 song)
"Go Away" is one of the three simultaneously promoted songs from South Korean girl group 2NE1's album To Anyone. The song was produced and written by YG Entertainment producer Teddy Park. The music video was released on September 10, 2010. It was first performed on The Music Trend...
", "Clap Your Hands
Clap Your Hands (2NE1 song)
"Clap Your Hands" is one of three lead promotional songs by K-pop group 2NE1 from their first full album To Anyone, and became a hit on various on- and offline charts.-History:...
", and "Can't Nobody
Can't Nobody (2NE1 song)
"Can't Nobody" is one of three promotional singles by South Korean girl group 2NE1's album To Anyone and a dance-pop song. The song was produced and written by YG Entertainment producer Teddy Park. The music video was released on September 12, 2010...
" wherein it also included "Please Don't Go." The album went on to sold 150,000 copies.
Friends
Minzy is known to be friends with several idols, such as f(x)'s Amber and Luna, SNSD's Yoona, Tiffany, Sooyoung and Hyoyeon, Super Junior's Siwon as well as soloist IU. She is also close to Koda Kumi. G-Dragon of Big Bang has also stated Minzy as his favorite junior(dongsaeng).Singles
| Year | Song | Peak position | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOR Gaon Chart The Gaon Chart is a national record chart of South Korea. It is complied by the Korea Music Content Industry Association and sponsored by South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism; with an aim to create a national chart for Korea similar to the Billboard charts and Oricon charts... |
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| 2009 | "Please Don't Go" (with CL CL (singer) Lee Chae-rin , better known as CL , is a South Korean idol rapper, singer , and dancer. She was born in Seoul, South Korea, but spent much of her early life in various places where she learned English, French, and Japanese... ) |
6 | To Anyone To Anyone To Anyone is the first studio album of South Korean hip hop girl group 2NE1. The album was released on September 9, 2010, by YG Entertainment. 2NE1 worked with YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun Suk, Teddy, and e.knock to produce the album. Musically, the album is classified as hip hop, pop, R&B, and... |
Television
- 2011: 2NE1 TV Season 3 (Mnet)
- 2010: 2NE1 TV Season 2 (Mnet)
- 2009: Style (cameo)
- 2009: 2NE1 TV (Mnet)