Secret (Korean band)
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Secret is a four-member South Korea
n girl group formed in 2009. The group consists of Jeon Hyosung, Jung Hana, Song Jieun
and Han Sunhwa. The group is signed under TS Entertainment and released their debut single, "I Want You Back", in 2009. In 2010 they released two mini albums entitled Secret Time and Madonna with lead singles "Magic" and "Madonna".
In 2011, they released three other singles, namely "Shy Boy
", "Starlight Moonlight" and "Love is Move". Jieun, the main vocalist, also released a solo track titled "Going Crazy" featuring Korean rapper, Bang Yongguk. In August 2011, the group made their official debut in Japan. Secret was one of the first three Korean girl groups to debut at the top 10 on the Oricon charts, the others were Kara
and Girls' Generation
being the first and second respectively. Their first studio album, Moving in Secret
was released on October 18, 2011. Aside from their commercial accomplishments, the group is well-known for their transitions to cute and girl-next-door image through songs like "Shy Boy
" and "Starlight Moonlight" after from displaying a sexy image on their debut period back in 2009 and 2010.
introduced Secret to the public. The show chronicled the debut process of the members and aired their invitation-only debut showcase, which took place on September 29, 2009. On October 13, 2009, Secret officially debuted with the release of the music video of "I Want You Back", their first single. Two days later, on October 15, 2009, they had their first live stage on M! Countdown
. Secret participated in the God of Study OST
with the song "Friends", released on January 23, 2010.
on April 8, 2010. The song peaked at #5 on the Music Bank
K-Chart. The music video quickly reached one million views on video sharing sites such as YouTube
and Cyworld
, and the "Suspender Dance" which appeared in the video, gained popularity amongst netizens.
Secret released their second mini album titled Madonna on August 12, 2010. The music video for the title track, also named "Madonna", was released on August 11, 2010. Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum, the composers who wrote "Madonna" highlighted that the inspiration behind the song is about living with confidence by becoming an icon in this generation, like the American singer Madonna
. Just like their previous single "Magic", the music video for "Madonna" reached one million views on video sharing sites such as YouTube and Cyworld. "Madonna" was better received than "Magic", topping every major online music chart within two weeks and peaking at #1 on the Gaon
chart. The song also won the Main Award at the 20th Seoul Music Awards
. On December 9, 2010, Secret attended the 25th Golden Disk Awards
, and won the Newcomer Award.
" on January 2, 2011. On January 6, the official music video was unveiled. The song had a "swing dance concept" with outfits, hairstyles and a set that draws inspiration from the American culture in 1950s. Additionally, labelmate Son Heonsoo makes a surprise appearance in the music video as a player. Secret made their comeback stage on M! Countdown
on January 6, 2011. On January 13, Secret won their very first music show award on M! Countdown Secret also managed to stay at number one on Music Bank
for three consecutive weeks. During that timespan, Secret also won a Mutizen award on Inkigayo
. After about two months, Secret closed all promotions for "Shy Boy" even though the song was still going strong on music charts.
On February 26, 2011, TS Entertainment revealed that Jieun would be releasing her second solo single, "Going Crazy" on March 3, 2011. The teaser for "Going Crazy" was released on February 28, 2011 and the official music video was released on March 2, 2011. The song features Secret's labelmate Bang Yongguk. The music video stars actress Min Hyo-rin. "Going Crazy" topped the Gaon Chart
and also dominated major real-time charts in Korea such as Melon, Bugs!, Dosirak, and Mnet.
Secret released their second single album, Starlight Moonlight on June 1, 2011. Promotions began on June 2, 2011 with their appearance on M! Countdown. The song proved to be a huge success as Secret won their second "Mutizen" on Inkigayo with the song.
TS Entertainment announced that Secret will debut in Japan with a Japanese remake of "Madonna" as their debut single. On June 6, 2011 the group performed in Japan for their debut showcase. Initial reactions for the group were positive in Japan. Secret performed at the "Mezamashi Live 2011" in Odaiba
on August 4, 2011 and at a popular music program, "Coming Soon!!". On August 3, 2011, the group officially released their first single in Japan entitled "Madonna". Proving their strong start in Japan, the single debuted at number nine on the Oricon
charts. Additionally, Secret was one of the first three Korean girl groups to debut on the Oricon chart in the top 10, the others being Kara
and Girls Generation being the first and second respectively.
TS Entertainment also announced that Secret's first full-length studio album will be released in mid-October. The music video teaser for the title track "Love is Move" was released on October 12, 2011 and the full music video for "Love is Move" was released on October 17, 2011. On October 18, 2011, Secret officially released their first studio album, titled Moving in Secret
.
The remake of "Shy Boy
" with Japanese lyrics will serve as Secret's second Japanese single. The music video was made public on October 8, 2011. It was later announced that five other tracks will be tacked with "Shy Boy" to be released as an EP
. One of the tracks include a Japanese edition of "Starlight Moonlight" added with a Christmas feel, titled "Christmas Magic". The full music video for "Christmas Magic" was released on November 9, 2011. On November 16, 2011, Secret released their first Japanese mini album, Shy Boy
.
Mini albums / EPs
Single albums
Single albums
is aired on Mnet
and Music Bank
on KBS.
South Korea
The Republic of Korea , , is a sovereign state in East Asia, located on the southern portion of the Korean Peninsula. It is neighbored by the People's Republic of China to the west, Japan to the east, North Korea to the north, and the East China Sea and Republic of China to the south...
n girl group formed in 2009. The group consists of Jeon Hyosung, Jung Hana, Song Jieun
Song Jieun
Song Jieun , popularly known as Jieun, sometimes Ji Eun or Ji-eun, is a South Korean idol singer and dancer. She is best known as a member of a popular South Korean girl group Secret as the main vocalist of the group...
and Han Sunhwa. The group is signed under TS Entertainment and released their debut single, "I Want You Back", in 2009. In 2010 they released two mini albums entitled Secret Time and Madonna with lead singles "Magic" and "Madonna".
In 2011, they released three other singles, namely "Shy Boy
Shy Boy (Secret song)
"Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret...
", "Starlight Moonlight" and "Love is Move". Jieun, the main vocalist, also released a solo track titled "Going Crazy" featuring Korean rapper, Bang Yongguk. In August 2011, the group made their official debut in Japan. Secret was one of the first three Korean girl groups to debut at the top 10 on the Oricon charts, the others were Kara
Kara (band)
Kara is a popular South Korean girl group signed with DSP Media . The band name Kara comes from the Greek Word "chara" Kara (Hangul: 카라, Japanese: カラ, often stylized as KARA) is a popular South Korean girl group signed with DSP Media (DSP). The band name Kara comes from the Greek Word "chara" Kara...
and Girls' Generation
Girls' Generation
Girls' Generation is a nine-member South Korean electropop girl group formed by S.M. Entertainment in 2007. The nine members are: Taeyeon , Jessica, Sunny, Tiffany, Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung, Yoona and Seohyun...
being the first and second respectively. Their first studio album, Moving in Secret
Moving in Secret
Moving in Secret is an album by South Korean girl group Secret. The album is Secret's first studio album. The title track, "Love is Move", was released on October 17, 2011.-Release:...
was released on October 18, 2011. Aside from their commercial accomplishments, the group is well-known for their transitions to cute and girl-next-door image through songs like "Shy Boy
Shy Boy (Secret song)
"Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret...
" and "Starlight Moonlight" after from displaying a sexy image on their debut period back in 2009 and 2010.
2009: Debut
The documentary Secret Story which was aired on MnetMnet (TV channel)
Mnet is a music television channel in South Korea owned by CJ Group.-Television programs:* Superstar K* M! Countdown* 2NE1 TV* MUST* Kara Bakery* Wonder Bakery* Girls' Generation Goes to School...
introduced Secret to the public. The show chronicled the debut process of the members and aired their invitation-only debut showcase, which took place on September 29, 2009. On October 13, 2009, Secret officially debuted with the release of the music video of "I Want You Back", their first single. Two days later, on October 15, 2009, they had their first live stage on M! Countdown
M! Countdown
M! Countdown is a South Korean music television program broadcast by M.net. It airs live every Thursday at 6:00PM KST. The show features some of the latest and most popular artists who perform live on stage. It is hosted by Tony An and Girls' Generation's Sooyoung...
. Secret participated in the God of Study OST
Soundtrack
A soundtrack can be recorded music accompanying and synchronized to the images of a motion picture, book, television program or video game; a commercially released soundtrack album of music as featured in the soundtrack of a film or TV show; or the physical area of a film that contains the...
with the song "Friends", released on January 23, 2010.
2010: Magic and Madonna
On March 31, 2010, Secret revealed the music video for "Magic", the title track of their debut mini album Secret Time. Secret had their comeback performance for "Magic" on M! CountdownM! Countdown
M! Countdown is a South Korean music television program broadcast by M.net. It airs live every Thursday at 6:00PM KST. The show features some of the latest and most popular artists who perform live on stage. It is hosted by Tony An and Girls' Generation's Sooyoung...
on April 8, 2010. The song peaked at #5 on the Music Bank
Music Bank (TV series)
Music Bank is a South Korean music television program broadcast by Korean Broadcasting System, KBS. It airs live every Friday at 6:10 PM KST. It is currently hosted by guest MCs...
K-Chart. The music video quickly reached one million views on video sharing sites such as YouTube
YouTube
YouTube is a video-sharing website, created by three former PayPal employees in February 2005, on which users can upload, view and share videos....
and Cyworld
Cyworld
Cyworld is a South Korean social network service operated by SK Communications , a subsidiary of SK Telecom .Members cultivate relationships by forming Ilchon or "friendships" with each other through their minihompy....
, and the "Suspender Dance" which appeared in the video, gained popularity amongst netizens.
Secret released their second mini album titled Madonna on August 12, 2010. The music video for the title track, also named "Madonna", was released on August 11, 2010. Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum, the composers who wrote "Madonna" highlighted that the inspiration behind the song is about living with confidence by becoming an icon in this generation, like the American singer Madonna
Madonna (entertainer)
Madonna is an American singer-songwriter, actress and entrepreneur. Born in Bay City, Michigan, she moved to New York City in 1977 to pursue a career in modern dance. After performing in the music groups Breakfast Club and Emmy, she released her debut album in 1983...
. Just like their previous single "Magic", the music video for "Madonna" reached one million views on video sharing sites such as YouTube and Cyworld. "Madonna" was better received than "Magic", topping every major online music chart within two weeks and peaking at #1 on the Gaon
Gaon
Gaon may refer to* Gaon , means "honorable sage"; plural Geonim* Gaon , in Hindi or Marathi or Assamese means a village* Gaon Chart, record chart in South Korea* A surname** Yehoram Gaon, Israeli singer...
chart. The song also won the Main Award at the 20th Seoul Music Awards
Seoul Music Awards
The Seoul Music Awards is an awards show founded in 1990 that is presented annually by the Sports Seoul for outstanding achievements in the music industry in South Korea.- Categories :...
. On December 9, 2010, Secret attended the 25th Golden Disk Awards
Golden Disk Awards
The Golden Disk Awards is an awards show founded in 1986 that is presented annually by the Music Industry Association of Korea for outstanding achievements in the music industry in South Korea...
, and won the Newcomer Award.
2011: Rising popularity and expansion to Japan
Secret released the teaser for their single "Shy BoyShy Boy (Secret song)
"Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret...
" on January 2, 2011. On January 6, the official music video was unveiled. The song had a "swing dance concept" with outfits, hairstyles and a set that draws inspiration from the American culture in 1950s. Additionally, labelmate Son Heonsoo makes a surprise appearance in the music video as a player. Secret made their comeback stage on M! Countdown
M! Countdown
M! Countdown is a South Korean music television program broadcast by M.net. It airs live every Thursday at 6:00PM KST. The show features some of the latest and most popular artists who perform live on stage. It is hosted by Tony An and Girls' Generation's Sooyoung...
on January 6, 2011. On January 13, Secret won their very first music show award on M! Countdown Secret also managed to stay at number one on Music Bank
Music Bank (TV series)
Music Bank is a South Korean music television program broadcast by Korean Broadcasting System, KBS. It airs live every Friday at 6:10 PM KST. It is currently hosted by guest MCs...
for three consecutive weeks. During that timespan, Secret also won a Mutizen award on Inkigayo
The Music Trend
The Music Trend is a South Korean music program broadcast by SBS. It airs live every Sunday at 3:50 PM KST. The show features some of the latest and most popular artists who perform on stage. It is currently hosted by Goo Ha-ra, IU and Nicole.- History :...
. After about two months, Secret closed all promotions for "Shy Boy" even though the song was still going strong on music charts.
On February 26, 2011, TS Entertainment revealed that Jieun would be releasing her second solo single, "Going Crazy" on March 3, 2011. The teaser for "Going Crazy" was released on February 28, 2011 and the official music video was released on March 2, 2011. The song features Secret's labelmate Bang Yongguk. The music video stars actress Min Hyo-rin. "Going Crazy" topped 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...
and also dominated major real-time charts in Korea such as Melon, Bugs!, Dosirak, and Mnet.
Secret released their second single album, Starlight Moonlight on June 1, 2011. Promotions began on June 2, 2011 with their appearance on M! Countdown. The song proved to be a huge success as Secret won their second "Mutizen" on Inkigayo with the song.
TS Entertainment announced that Secret will debut in Japan with a Japanese remake of "Madonna" as their debut single. On June 6, 2011 the group performed in Japan for their debut showcase. Initial reactions for the group were positive in Japan. Secret performed at the "Mezamashi Live 2011" in Odaiba
Odaiba
is a large artificial island in Tokyo Bay, Japan, across the Rainbow Bridge from central Tokyo. It was initially built for defensive purposes in the 1850s, dramatically expanded during the late 20th century as a seaport district, and has developed since the 1990s as a major commercial, residential...
on August 4, 2011 and at a popular music program, "Coming Soon!!". On August 3, 2011, the group officially released their first single in Japan entitled "Madonna". Proving their strong start in Japan, the single debuted at number nine on the Oricon
Oricon
, established in 1999, is the holding company at the head of a Japanese corporate group that supplies statistics and information on music and the music industry in Japan. It started as , which was founded by Sōkō Koike in November 1967 and became known for its music charts. Oricon Inc...
charts. Additionally, Secret was one of the first three Korean girl groups to debut on the Oricon chart in the top 10, the others being Kara
Kara (band)
Kara is a popular South Korean girl group signed with DSP Media . The band name Kara comes from the Greek Word "chara" Kara (Hangul: 카라, Japanese: カラ, often stylized as KARA) is a popular South Korean girl group signed with DSP Media (DSP). The band name Kara comes from the Greek Word "chara" Kara...
and Girls Generation being the first and second respectively.
TS Entertainment also announced that Secret's first full-length studio album will be released in mid-October. The music video teaser for the title track "Love is Move" was released on October 12, 2011 and the full music video for "Love is Move" was released on October 17, 2011. On October 18, 2011, Secret officially released their first studio album, titled Moving in Secret
Moving in Secret
Moving in Secret is an album by South Korean girl group Secret. The album is Secret's first studio album. The title track, "Love is Move", was released on October 17, 2011.-Release:...
.
The remake of "Shy Boy
Shy Boy (Secret song)
"Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret...
" with Japanese lyrics will serve as Secret's second Japanese single. The music video was made public on October 8, 2011. It was later announced that five other tracks will be tacked with "Shy Boy" to be released as an EP
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...
. One of the tracks include a Japanese edition of "Starlight Moonlight" added with a Christmas feel, titled "Christmas Magic". The full music video for "Christmas Magic" was released on November 9, 2011. On November 16, 2011, Secret released their first Japanese mini album, Shy Boy
Shy Boy (EP)
Shy Boy is Secret's first Japanese EP and third overall. Released on November 16, 2011, it contains six songs. All songs are remakes of Secret's Korean songs including "Shy Boy" and "Starlight Moonlight".-Release:...
.
Members
| Member | Birth name | Date of birth | Position | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romanized | Hangul | Romanized | Hangul | ||
| Hyosung | 효성 | Jeon Hyosung | 전효성 | October 13, 1989 (age 22) | Leader, Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist |
| Zinger | 징거 | Jung Hana | 정하나 | February 02, 1990 (age 22) | Main Rapper, Lead Dancer, Vocalist |
| Jieun Song Jieun Song Jieun , popularly known as Jieun, sometimes Ji Eun or Ji-eun, is a South Korean idol singer and dancer. She is best known as a member of a popular South Korean girl group Secret as the main vocalist of the group... |
지은 | Song Jieun | 송지은 | May 05, 1990 (age 21) | Main Vocalist |
| Sunhwa | 선화 | Han Sunhwa | 한선화 | October 06, 1990 (age 21) | Vocalist, Maknae |
Korean discography
Studio albums- 2011: Moving in SecretMoving in SecretMoving in Secret is an album by South Korean girl group Secret. The album is Secret's first studio album. The title track, "Love is Move", was released on October 17, 2011.-Release:...
Mini albums / EPs
- 2010: Secret Time
- 2010: Madonna
Single albums
- 2011: Shy BoyShy Boy (Secret song)"Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret...
- 2011: Starlight Moonlight
Japanese discography
Mini albums / EPs- 2011: Shy BoyShy Boy (EP)Shy Boy is Secret's first Japanese EP and third overall. Released on November 16, 2011, it contains six songs. All songs are remakes of Secret's Korean songs including "Shy Boy" and "Starlight Moonlight".-Release:...
Single albums
- 2011: Madonna
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 25th Golden Disk Awards Golden Disk Awards The Golden Disk Awards is an awards show founded in 1986 that is presented annually by the Music Industry Association of Korea for outstanding achievements in the music industry in South Korea... |
Newcomer Award | |
| 18th Korean Culture Entertainment Awards | New Generation Popular Music Teen Singer Award | ||
| 2011 | 20th Seoul Music Awards Seoul Music Awards The Seoul Music Awards is an awards show founded in 1990 that is presented annually by the Sports Seoul for outstanding achievements in the music industry in South Korea.- Categories :... |
Main Award (Bonsang) | |
| 6th Asia Model Festival Awards | Popular Singer Award | ||
| 13th Mnet Asian Music Awards | Best Dance Performance - Female Group | ||
| Song Of The Year [for "Shy Boy Shy Boy (Secret song) "Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret... "] |
|||
| 3rd Melon Music Awards Melon Music Awards The Melon Music Awards is a major music awards show that is held annually in South Korea. It is known for only calculating digital sales and online votes to judge winners.-Artist of the Year :-Album of the Year :... |
Main Award (Bonsang) |
Music Programs
These are a collection of Secret's wins on Korea's televised music shows. Inkigayo is aired on SBS, M! CountdownM! Countdown
M! Countdown is a South Korean music television program broadcast by M.net. It airs live every Thursday at 6:00PM KST. The show features some of the latest and most popular artists who perform live on stage. It is hosted by Tony An and Girls' Generation's Sooyoung...
is aired on Mnet
Mnet (TV channel)
Mnet is a music television channel in South Korea owned by CJ Group.-Television programs:* Superstar K* M! Countdown* 2NE1 TV* MUST* Kara Bakery* Wonder Bakery* Girls' Generation Goes to School...
and Music Bank
Music Bank (TV series)
Music Bank is a South Korean music television program broadcast by Korean Broadcasting System, KBS. It airs live every Friday at 6:10 PM KST. It is currently hosted by guest MCs...
on KBS.
M! Countdown
| Year | Date | Song |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | January 13 | Shy Boy Shy Boy (Secret song) "Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret... |
Music Bank
| Year | Date | Song |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | February 4 | Shy Boy Shy Boy (Secret song) "Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret... |
| February 11 | ||
| February 18 |
Inkigayo
| Year | Date | Song |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | February 20 | Shy Boy Shy Boy (Secret song) "Shy Boy" is a single by South Korean girl group Secret. It is released as a CD single on January 6, 2011 through TS Entertainment. The song was written and produced by Kang Jiwon and Kim Kibum. It was remade with Japanese lyrics and was on Secret's first Japanese EP, Shy Boy.-Release:Secret... |
| June 19 | Starlight Moonlight |