Tahiti (Korean: 타히티; stylized in all caps) was a South Korean four-member girl group formed by Dream Star Entertainment in 2012. The group debuted on July 23, 2012, with the single "Tonight". Their fanclub name is "Black Pearl". Tahiti officially disbanded on July 25, 2018.
Tahiti | |
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 Tahiti members arrive at the red carpet event of the Pifan in Bucheon on July 17, 2014 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop |
| Years active | 2012–2018 |
| Labels |
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| Past members |
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| Website | dreamstar |
History edit
Pre-debut edit
Prior to debuting, Tahiti launched a sitcom-style reality program called Ta-Dah! It's Tahiti with their original line-up. The show began broadcasting on April 14, 2012[1] and was picked up by television stations in South Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Singapore.
Following the ending of Ta-Dah! It's Tahiti, it was announced that Ari and Hanhee had left the group and would be replaced by Ye Eun and Keezy.[2]
2012: Debut, line-up change, Hasta Luego and Pretty Face edit
On July 23, 2012, Tahiti released their debut single "Tonight".[3] Promotions for the single began on July 25, 2012, on Show Champion.
In October, Tahiti unveiled teaser videos and images of their upcoming single "Hasta Luego", which revealed that Ye Eun, Keezy, and EJ were no longer with the group. The three members were replaced with Jinhee, Miso, and Ari, the latter of which had left the group prior to their debut. Ye Eun and Keezy redebuted in 2015 as the R&B duo "Verry", under the names Sina and Soma, respectively. Keezy has also released a solo album entitled "Somablu". On October 31, 2012, the group released the single "Hasta Luego",[4] which was followed up with the release of "Pretty Face" on December 2, 2012.[5]
2013: First overseas promotions, Five Beats of Hearts and Jin's absence edit
On January 19, 2013, Tahiti performed at the SM Mall of Asia Open Grounds in the Philippines, where they performed with Girls' Generation, Exo, U-KISS, Infinite and Tasty. This concert marked Tahiti's first time performing overseas. Tahiti also appeared on Philippine Late night show Gandang Gabi Vice as Guest. They also appeared on Philippine music show ASAP and TV show It's Showtime.[6]
On March 11, 2013, Tahiti released the OST track "Don't Know, Don't Know" for the South Korean television series You Are the Best!,[7] where they also made a cameo appearance.[8]
Only July 23, 2013, Tahiti celebrated their one-year anniversary and upcoming mini-album release by holding a showcase.[9] The group released their first mini-album, Five Beats of Hearts, with the accompanying music video to "Love Sick", on July 25, 2013.[10] Jin did not participate in the music video or live performances of "Love Sick" due to the sexual nature of concept as she was a minor.
2014: Line-up changes and "Oppa, You're Mine" edit
Dream Star Entertainment announced on June 4, 2014, that Jungbin would not be participating in Tahiti's upcoming promotions due to health issues. The company did not confirm if her absence will be temporary or permanent.[11]
On June 10, 2014, Tahiti announced the release of their third single "Oppa, You're Mine" through a music video teaser. The teaser showcased a new member to the group, Jerry.[12] The music video was released the following day.
2015: Fall Into Temptation, Japanese debut and "Skip" edit
On January 4, 2015, Tahiti announced the release of the second mini album "Fall Into Temptation" through a teaser clip.[13] Jungbin and Jin did not participate in this comeback either, and their official Twitter accounts were inactive, leading fans to presume that they had left the group, although the company never made a formal statement regarding the matter. On March 12, Tahiti released their first mini album in Japan.[14]
On November 8, 2015,Tahiti made a comeback with a "cute" concept in their 4th single "Skip".[15]
2016–2018: "I Want to Know Your Mind", Jisoo's departure and disbandment edit
On May 23, 2016, they released their 5th single "I Want To Know Your Mind" (알쏭달쏭).[16]
On March 16, 2017, Jisoo revealed she had been diagnosed with depression and a panic disorder[17] and on December 8 of the same year, announced she was leaving the group.[18][19]
On July 25, 2018, it was announced by member Jerry that Tahiti had disbanded.[20][21]
Members edit
Former members edit
- Miso (미소)
- Minjae (민재)
- Jerry (제리)
- Jungbin (정빈)
- EJ (이제이)
- Keezy (키지)
- Ari (아리)
- Yeeun (예은)
- Jin (진)
- Jisoo (지수)
Timeline edit
Discography edit
Extended plays edit
| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions |
Sales |
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| KOR [22] | |||
| Five Beats of Hearts |
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10 |
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| Fall Into Temptation |
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9 | |
| "—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region. | |||
Singles edit
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Sales | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOR [26] |
KOR Hot 100 [27] | ||||
| "Tonight" | 2012 | 102 | — | — | Five Beats of Hearts |
| "Hasta Luego" | 198 | — | |||
| "Love Sick" | 2013 | 70 | 56 | ||
| "Oppa, You're Mine" (오빤 내꺼) | 2014 | 110 | — | Fall Into Temptation | |
| "Phone Number" | 2015 | — | — | ||
| "Skip" | 282 | — |
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Skip | |
| "I Want To Know Your Mind" (알쏭달쏭) | 2016 | 371 | — |
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S-The Secret |
| "—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region. | |||||
Original Soundtracks edit
| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Sales | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOR [26] |
KOR Hot 100 [27] | ||||
| "Do not know" (몰라몰라) | 2013 | — | — | — | You Are the Best! OST |
| "It'll be great." (참 좋을거야) | 2015 | — | — | Way To Go, Rose OST | |
| "My Prince" | 2016 | — | — | The Dearest Lady OST | |
| "—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region. | |||||
References edit
- ^ "Rookie girl group TAHITI to debut with their own reality show, 'Ta-dah! It's TAHITI'". Allkpop. April 8, 2012. Retrieved March 3, 2016.
- ^ [NEWS] Hints to Ari and Hanhee's Future Activities?
- ^ "TAHITI releases music video for debut track "Tonight"". Allkpop. July 23, 2012. Retrieved July 23, 2012.
- ^ "TAHITI releases MV for "Hasta Luego"". Allkpop. October 31, 2012. Retrieved October 31, 2012.
- ^ "TAHITI releases music video for "Pretty Face"". Allkpop. March 12, 2012. Retrieved December 3, 2012.
- ^ "Tahiti to perform at their first overseas concert". Allkpop. January 17, 2013. Retrieved January 17, 2013.
- ^ "TAHITI lends their voices for 'You're the Best Lee Soon Shin' OST". Allkpop. March 11, 2013. Retrieved March 11, 2013.
- ^ "TAHITI pick on IU through their cameo roles on 'You're The Best Lee Soon Shin'". Allkpop. May 7, 2013. Retrieved May 7, 2013.
- ^ "TAHITI spill tears at their 1st mini album and 1st anniversary showcase". Allkpop. July 24, 2013. Retrieved July 24, 2013.
- ^ "The ladies of TAHITI are 'Love Sick' in their new MV + mini album". Allkpop. July 25, 2013. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
- ^ "Jungbin unable to join TAHITI's upcoming June comeback due to health issues + new member to be added". Allkpop. June 4, 2014. Retrieved June 12, 2014.
- ^ "TAHITI introduces new member Jerry in teaser for 'Oppa, You're Mine'". Allkpop. June 10, 2014. Retrieved June 12, 2014.
- ^ "TAHITI to come back with 2nd mini album + super sexy teaser clip". Allkpop. January 4, 2015. Retrieved January 4, 2015.
- ^ "Tahiti (Korea)/Tahiti Japan 1st mini Album-Phone Number ［CD+DVD］＜初回限定盤A＞ - TOWER RECORDS ONLINE".
- ^ "TAHITI make your heart 'Skip' with cute dance moves in full MV!". Retrieved April 23, 2018.
- ^ "(ShowChampion EP.188) TAHITI - I want to know your mind". YouTube. Retrieved April 23, 2018.
- ^ "[단독]타히티 지수, 우울증·공황장애 진단…영화 출연 불발도".
- ^ "TAHITI's Jisoo Announces That She's Leaving The Girl Group". Soompi. December 8, 2017. Retrieved March 7, 2019.
- ^ "[전문] 타히티 지수, 팀 탈퇴 "최근 힘든 나날…팬들에 고맙고 미안"".
- ^ "TAHITI's Jerry Announces Group's Disbandmen". Soompi. July 25, 2018. Retrieved March 7, 2019.
- ^ "[종합] 타히티, 6년만에 계약해지→해체…소속사 대표 "지수는 연락안돼"". X Sports News (in Korean). July 26, 2018. Retrieved July 27, 2018.
- ^ "Gaon Album Chart - Weekly". Gaon Chart (in Korean). Korea Music Content Industry Association. Retrieved February 23, 2014.
- ^ "Gaon Album Chart - 2013년 7월 (July 2013)". Gaon Chart (in Korean). Korea Music Content Industry Association. Archived from the original on December 12, 2013. Retrieved April 13, 2014.
- ^ "Circle Chart" 2015년 01월 Album Chart. Gaon Chart (in Korean). Korea Music Content Industry Association. Archived from the original on February 14, 2015. Retrieved February 13, 2015.
- ^ "Asia Numbers". Archived from the original on September 24, 2016. Retrieved May 26, 2016.
- ^ a b "Gaon Digital Chart". Gaon Chart (in Korean). Korea Music Content Industry Association. Retrieved February 13, 2015.
- ^ a b "Korea K-Pop Hot 100 Music Chart". Billboard. August 18, 2012. Retrieved September 30, 2012.
- ^ "Tahiti release single album 'SKIP'!". Gaon Chart. Retrieved April 11, 2018.
- ^ "국내 대표 음악 차트 가온차트!". Gaon Chart. Retrieved July 7, 2016.
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