RaNia (band)
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Rania is a seven member South Korean girl group
, who debuted in South Korea and was produced by Teddy Riley and DR Music. Despite being a Korean group, 3 of the members are non Korean, Joy is Thai
, Yijo is Chinese and Riko was raised in Japan. They released their debut track "Dr. Feel Good" in 2011.. It can also be noted that all members speak fluent English,Korean,Thai and Japanese and before their debut they spent 3 years getting vocal training.
As of May 2011, Teddy Riley has officially ended his professional relationship with RaNia after taking to his twitter to reveal that he had a fall out with RaNia's Korean record label, DR Music. Darkchild has expressed interest in working with RaNia in the future.
, with the song "Dr. Feel Good". However, their music video and live performances for "Dr. Feel Good" caused controversy in Korea as some viewers felt that their image and concept were too provocative, especially for members Xia and T-ae for are just 16 and 17. For several major music programs in South Korea, the age limit is 15 (14 for other age standards). RaNia were forced to change their provocative choreograpghy and made minor changes to the outfits.
RaNia's US debut was put into question although Dr Music state that the US activities are still on. Teddy produced the group's first two single. It was later announced that Rania would work with renown producers Brave Brothers for their next single and even possibly internationally known U.S producer Darkchild.
In an interview with Donga News, member Jooyi, stated that she had turned down the offer of joining the now popular group 2NE1
as a 5th member.
Rania's 8th member, Yijo\Leejo, is currently absent from group activities.
in "Suara Kami!" held in Malaysia in conjunction of Malaysia's Day celebration.
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...
, who debuted in South Korea and was produced by Teddy Riley and DR Music. Despite being a Korean group, 3 of the members are non Korean, Joy is Thai
Thai people
The Thai people, or Siamese, are the main ethnic group of Thailand and are part of the larger Tai ethnolinguistic peoples found in Thailand and adjacent countries in Southeast Asia as well as southern China. Their language is the Thai language, which is classified as part of the Kradai family of...
, Yijo is Chinese and Riko was raised in Japan. They released their debut track "Dr. Feel Good" in 2011.. It can also be noted that all members speak fluent English,Korean,Thai and Japanese and before their debut they spent 3 years getting vocal training.
As of May 2011, Teddy Riley has officially ended his professional relationship with RaNia after taking to his twitter to reveal that he had a fall out with RaNia's Korean record label, DR Music. Darkchild has expressed interest in working with RaNia in the future.
Debut and Controversy
They debuted on April 16 on the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) music program, Music BankMusic 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...
, with the song "Dr. Feel Good". However, their music video and live performances for "Dr. Feel Good" caused controversy in Korea as some viewers felt that their image and concept were too provocative, especially for members Xia and T-ae for are just 16 and 17. For several major music programs in South Korea, the age limit is 15 (14 for other age standards). RaNia were forced to change their provocative choreograpghy and made minor changes to the outfits.
Comeback: Masquerade
After the conclusion of there debut single "Dr. Feel Good", the group returned in June with there second single "Masquerade" on Music Bank. "Masquerade" differentiated from "DR. Feel Good" as it didn't cause controversy with the viewers with their choreography.Teddy Riley Controversy
Just after promotions for Masquerade finished, Teddy Riley had been sending out mysterious tweets concerning his future with RaNia. Not long after, Teddy confirmed he had left RaNia after falling out with the Korean record label, DR Music, the main record label of RaNia.RaNia's US debut was put into question although Dr Music state that the US activities are still on. Teddy produced the group's first two single. It was later announced that Rania would work with renown producers Brave Brothers for their next single and even possibly internationally known U.S producer Darkchild.
Comeback: Pop Pop Pop
In November, RaNia came back with a 2nd mini album, Time to Rock Da Show, and from it, released their 3rd single, Pop Pop Pop.Controversy: 8th member Yijo
RaNia were meant to debut with a Chinese member, Sarah Wang, who had to leave because of sickness. A new member, Yijo Chang, was brought in at last minute and was featured in the music video for "Dr. Feel Good" but has never joined RaNia during performances or interviews, causing speculation on wether Yijo is with the group or not.Members
| Name | Birth Name | Birthday | Height | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saem | Hwang Se Mi | April 10, 1989 | 170 cm | Leader, Vocalist |
| Jooyi | Kim Joo Yi | August 20, 1990 | 167 cm | Main Vocalist, Rapper |
| Xia | Jang Jin Young | November 15, 1994 | 171 cm | Vocalist, Maknae |
| Joy | Jutamas Wichai | July 27, 1990 | 165 cm | Vocalist |
| Di | Kim Da Rae | October 18, 1991 | 171 cm | Main Rapper, Vocalist, Lead Dancer |
| Riko | Kim Joo Yeon | March 10, 1989 | 166 cm | Lead Vocalist |
| T-ae | Lee Seul Mi | September 24, 1993 | 171 cm | Vocalist, Lead Rapper, Main Dancer |
In an interview with Donga News, member Jooyi, stated that she had turned down the offer of joining the now popular 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...
as a 5th member.
Rania's 8th member, Yijo\Leejo, is currently absent from group activities.
Appearances
T-ae, Xia and Joy have also participated in the variety show "Oh! My School" on KBS. On 17 September 2011, Rania performed Dr.Feel Good,Masquerade and a cover for Stand Up for Love by Destiny's ChildDestiny's Child
Destiny's Child was an American R&B girl group whose final line-up comprised lead singer Beyoncé Knowles alongside Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams. Formed in 1997 in Houston, Texas, Destiny's Child members began their musical endeavors in their pre-teens under the name Girl's Tyme...
in "Suara Kami!" held in Malaysia in conjunction of Malaysia's Day celebration.
Single Album
| Album # | Album information | Tracklisting |
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| 1st | "Teddy Riley, The First Expansion In Asia"
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| 2nd | "Time To Rock Da Show Time To Rock Da Show "Time To Rock Da Show" is the 2nd Mini-Album by the girl group RaNia. It was released on November 16, 2011. The song "Pop Pop Pop" was used to promote the EP.-Details:... "
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Promotional singles
- 2011: "Dr. Feel Good" (released on April 6, 2011)
- 2011: "Masquerade" (released on June 13, 2011)
- 2011: "Pop Pop Pop" (released on November 17, 2011)
Chart Position
| Year | Single | Peak Chart Position | Album |
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| 2011 | "Dr. Feel Good" | 99 | Teddy Riley, The First Expansion In Asia |
| "Masquerade" | 192 | ||
| "Pop Pop Pop" | 95 | Time To Rock Da Show | |