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Tracklisting for 2nd mini album
'''Tracklisting''' for second mini album
* 1. Naega Jeil Jal Naga (내가 제일 잘 나가; I Am the Best)
* 1. Naega Jeil Jal Naga (내가 제일 잘 나가; I Am the Best)

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2NE1
The members of 2NE1: Bom, CL, Minzy and Dara on the set of their music video 'Fire' in 2009.
The members of 2NE1: Bom, CL, Minzy and Dara on the set of their music video 'Fire' in 2009.
Background information
OriginSouth KoreaSeoul, South Korea
GenresR&B, hip hop, electronic, dance, K-pop
Years active2009 (2009)–present
LabelsYG Entertainment (South Korea) Avex Group/Rhythm Zone/YGEX (Japan)
MembersBom
Dara
CL
Minzy
WebsiteOfficial South Korean Website

Official Japanese Website

Official Avex Website
Korean name
Hangul
투 애니원
Revised RomanizationTu-aeniwon
McCune–ReischauerT'u-aeniwŏn

2NE1 (Korean투애니원; RRtu-aeniwon; pronounced "to anyone"[1] or "twenty-one"[2]) is a South Korean hip-hop/pop girl group formed by YG Entertainment in 2009. 2NE1 consists of four members: CL, Minzy, Dara, and Bom. The group's name 2NE1 stands for "New Evolution of the 21st Century".[3]

They first appeared in "Lollipop", a commercial campaign with Big Bang for LG Telecom, and their debut single "Fire" was released on May 6, 2009. Since then,the group has released two extended play, 2NE1 and Ugly, and one studio album, To Anyone. "Lollipop", "Fire", "I Don't Care", "Try to Follow Me","Go Away", "Lonely", "I Am The Best", "Hate You", and "Ugly" have all hit number one in South Korea.

Fans of 2NE1 call themselves "Blackjacks", a reference to the card game Blackjack.

History

Pre-debut

The group was first mentioned by the press in late 2008, YG Entertainment announced that the group would consist of four members and debut sometime in May 2009.[4] The company stated that the group had trained for 4 years, and that their debut album would contain songs produced by 1TYM Leader Teddy Park.[4][5][6] The group's name was initially announced as "21"; however, due to the discovery of a singer with the same name, the group was quickly renamed "2NE1".[7]

2009: Debut

In collaboration with Big Bang, 2NE1's first song was "Lollipop", digitally released on March 27, 2009.[4] The song was created for LG to promote their Cyon phone. The music video debuted on March 28, 2009.[8] Although it was not a promoted single because it was an advertisement (there were problems with network chart eligibility[9]), "Lollipop" went to number one on various online charts[9] and topped the online chart of music television network Mnet for four weeks in a row.[10]

On April 30, YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun Suk revealed that 2NE1's debut song would be a hip-hop and reggae song, and that it would be digitally released on May 6, 2009.[11] Titled "Fire", the song was written and produced by 1TYM's Teddy Park.[12][unreliable source?] Teasers of the song were released on their official website at the beginning of May, with a 20-second clip released on May 1.[13]

"Fire" was released as planned on May 6, with two versions of the music video — a "space" version and a "street" version — released the same day.[14] During the first 24 hours, the videos received over one million views.[15] The group's first performance of the song was on May 17, 2009, on SBS's Inkigayo,[16] beginning the group's activities.

Both the song and the group became popular online: Fire topped Mnet's online chart and 2NE1 became a popular search term.[17] 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.[18] 2NE1 received their first Mutizen award after their fourth stage performance in SBS Inkigayo (Popular Song) on June 14, 2009. They received their second Mutizen award on SBS Inkigayo on June 21, 2009. Two days afterwards, 2NE1 signed a deal with Fila to become the models for the new commercial campaign.[19]

"I Don't Care" was released as the second single on July 1, 2009,[20] with promotions starting in early July.[21] Yang Hyun Suk stated that the song would demonstrate a softer, more feminine image.[20] A reggae version of "I Don't Care" was performed on SBS's Inkigayo, signaling the end of promotions for the song.[22] However, due to the remix's popularity, it was released to digital outlets on September 3, 2009, and became their next digital single.[22]

Along with three other groups representing Korea, 2NE1 performed in the 6th Asia Song Festival in September 2009, where they received the 2009's "Asian Newcomer's Award."[23]

2010: Return to group activities, and To Anyone

On February 9, 2010, without previous notice, "Follow Me" (Template:Lang-ko, "Nal ddara haebwayo") was released to digital outlets and used as a theme song for Samsung Corby Folder.[24] Over the summer, 2NE1 traveled to Los Angeles and London in order to record English songs for a possible American debut with The Black Eyed Peas member will.i.am. So far, group has recorded 10 songs.[25] YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun Suk stated that the girls are planned to debut sometime in 2011, after The Black Eyed Peas' global tour and 2NE1's own activities in Korea and Japan.[26]

The first studio and full length album, To Anyone, was released on September 9, 2010 and was a huge success.[27] The album contains 12 tracks including three title songs, namely "Clap Your Hands" (Template:Lang-ko), "Go Away" and "Can't Nobody", which were promoted simultaneously. 2NE1 won first place on Mnet M! Countdown for "Clap Your Hands" on the day of their comeback, followed by a K-Chart win the next day on KBS Music Bank for "Go Away", and a Mutizen a week after their SBS Inkigayo comeback for "Can't Nobody." Overall, 2NE1 won first place eleven times on various music shows.[28]

To promote the album, the group made its first entertainment show appearance as a group on KBS variety-talk show Win Win.[29] 2NE1 also aired the second season of 2NE1 TV.

On October 21, Yang Hyun Suk announced that 2NE1 would be releasing a follow up song on October 31, later revealed to be "It Hurts (Slow)" (Template:Lang-ko).[30][31] It was first performed on SBS Inkigayo. The music video is directed by Kim Hye Jung, the same director for G-Dragon's "Butterfly." The music video was released on November 1 and was themed for Halloween.[32]

In addition, on October 28, it was revealed that 2NE1's official record label in Japan will be Avex, and that To Anyone would be re-released in Japan on December 8, 2010. However, the release was delayed to an indefinite time.[33] The group also promoted in Thailand, where To Anyone released on October 28, 2010.[34] On November 26, 2NE1 released the single "Don't Stop the Music" as a "special gift for Thai fans" which will be included in their next mini album.[35]

2011: International expansion

Originally, 2NE1's Japanese debut was planned for December 2010, but this was delayed to September 2011, with singles releasing throughout the summer.[36] 2NE1's American promotions with will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas has no set time for release yet, because of the Black Eyed Peas' new album release, The Beginning.[37]

On January 19, "Can't Nobody (English Version)" was released on Recochoku as ringtones and ringback tones.[38] On February 2, the "Can't Nobody (English Version)" music video was made available for download through iTunes Japan. On February 22, Avex announced that 2NE1 will release their Japanese debut single "Go Away", previously used as a Korean promotional single, as a ringtone on March 9, 2011.[39] On March 16, the group released 2NE1, their first extended play, in Japan, with no promotions because of the earthquake.[40] It debuted at number twenty four on the Oricon charts, selling 3,860 copies.[41] It was later announced to be the theme song of Japanese television program Mezamashi TV.[42] 2NE1 planned to make their official Japanese live debut on Music Station, but have since postponed their debut because of the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake.[43] 2NE1 participated in the Naver "Pray for Japan" campaign alongside many other Korean celebrities, helping to raise funds for earthquake victims.[44]

The group performed for the first time in the Philippines and Singapore, along with Korean wave stars 2AM in the last summer.[45]

2011: Korean Comeback with "Second Mini Album"

On April 18, 2NE1 announced their Korean comeback plans, pushing their promotions forward from July to April.[40] Member Park Bom's solo project was unveiled on April 21, and after Park Bom sang an acoustic version of Don't Cry on YG on Air, leader CL said a new Korean single called "Lonely" would be released May 12, 2011. A behind-the scenes-of Lonely was shown on the second episode of YG on Air, and the music video of Lonely premiered May 11, 2011. On June 24, 2NE1 released a single produced by Teddy Park at midnight, titled I Am The Best. The music video of "I Am The Best" was delayed since there were unforeseen difficulties concerning the editing, but it has since been uploaded to 2NE1's Youtube account. 2NE1 performed "I Am The Best" on SBS’s “Inkigayo” on June 26. Within 24 hours of release, "I Am The Best" topped all the major Korean charts, except for Monkey3 where the song was ranked second. As the day progressed, the song ultimately became first and certified as a "perfect all-kill".[46] On 21st July, 2NE1 has released their new single "Hate You" along with animation Music Video direct by Mari Kim. 2NE1 plans to release their latest mini-album on July 28, ending promotions around late August; they will also be releasing their single "UGLY" on the same day which will included in the album along with past 5 singles they has released earlier. Following the end of promotions, 2NE1 will have their first solo concert at the Olympic Hall in the Chamsil Olympic Park on August 26, 27 and 28 in Seoul, South Korea.

2011: Japanese Debut

After concluding Korean promotions with Second Mini Album, 2NE1 will make their official debut in Japan in September.[47] In July, the group released a Japanese version of the music video for I Am The Best.

Artistry and influences

Musical styles

In 2NE1's debut EP 2NE1, the group was noted to have a distinct, mixed style. While "Lollipop" was categorized as for pop, debut single "Fire" is predominately influenced by hip hop. "I Don't Care," however, was intended as a song with a reggae feel.[48]

Their comeback album, To Anyone, was marked by a strong shift into electronic music. "Go Away", the most successful promotional single from the album, is classified as dance.[49] However, songs like "It Hurts (Slow)" are R&B, another style that also characterized their first EP.[50] The three title tracks, "Clap Your Hands," "Go Away," and "Can't Nobody" were noted for their lasting impressions, as they topped music charts weeks after release.[51]

Thematically, 2NE1's music mostly expresses the feelings of independence and female empowerment, such as in songs like "Go Away" and "I Don't Care".[52]

Image

2NE1 is known for a "unique and edgier style".[53] During their debut single, the group was noted for being "hip-hop warriors" and the female counterpart to Big Bang but changed this perception with "I Don't Care" into strong, feminine women.[20] During the "It Hurts (Slow)" music video, the members were noted for their gothic, black attire[54] and strange hair and wigs.[55]

They are known for being international stars as part of the Hallyu, or Korean Wave.[56]

Influences

The 2NE1 cited different girl groups influences like Pussycat Dolls and Destiny's Child. Park Bom, lead vocalist, cited American singers Kelly Rowland, Beyoncé and Mariah Carey as her main influences because of their strong vocals and powerful performances. She has listed hip hop and R&B as her favorite music genres.[57] Youngest member Minzy cited famous entertainer Michael Jackson,[58] while leader CL said producer Teddy Park and American entertainers Madonna and Lauryn Hill are her role models.[59] Dara states that singer Uhm Jung Hwa is her inspiration.[58]

Discography

Tracklisting for second mini album

  • 1. Naega Jeil Jal Naga (내가 제일 잘 나가; I Am the Best)
  • 2. Ugly
  • 3. Lonely
  • 4. Hate You
  • 5. Don't Cry (Bom solo)
  • 6. Don't Stop the Music

Television work

  • 2NE1TV (2009–present)


When the group debuted, their song "Fire" and the subsequent live performances were dubbed unconventional and impressive. They won many awards on the weekly music shows, such as The Music Trend and Music Bank.[19] "Fire" also brought them the Song of the Month and Rookie of the Month awards for May.[60] "I Don't Care" brought them similar success and recognition and led 2NE1 to win the Song of the Year award at the 2009 Mnet Asian Music Awards.[61] The same year, the group earned Cyworld Digital Music Awards for Top Selling Artist, Best Rookie Group, Bonsang Award, and Best Song for "I Don't Care".[62] The group was also nominated at the 2009 Golden Disk Awards for the Popularity Award, Rookie Award, and the Digital Bonsang.[citation needed] At the Melon Music Awards, the group was one and the only rookie of the Top 10 artists in South Korea and the Best New Artist.[63] They won This Year’s Stage, This Year's Album, This Year's Song on 2009 GQ Awards. They received 4 out of 10 nominations on Rhythmer Awards 2009 including Rookie of the Year, R&B Artist of the Year, R&B Single of the Year for "I Don't Care" and R&B Album of the Year for their 1st Mini Album. Rhythmer.net is famous for hip-hop and R&B promotion for both mainstream and underground Korean music.

2NE1 won their first Artist of the Year and Album of the Year award for To Anyone at the 2010 Mnet Asian Music Awards, in addition to awards for Best Female Group and Best music video for "Can't Nobody".[64]

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