Brave Girls

Brave Girls (Korean: 브레이브걸스; RR: Beureibeu Geolseu) is a South Korean girl group formed by producer Brave Brothers of Brave Entertainment in 2011.

Brave Girls
Brave Girls in 2016
From left to right: Eunji, Yujeong, Minyoung, Hyeran (former), Yoojin (former), Hayun (former) and Yuna
Background information
OriginSeoul, South Korea
Genres
Years active2011 (2011)–present
LabelsBrave
Members
  • Minyoung
  • Yujeong
  • Eunji
  • Yuna
Past members
  • Eunyoung
  • Seo-a
  • Yejin
  • Yoojin
  • Hyeran
  • Hayun

They debuted as a five-member group with the single album The Difference on 7 April 2011, promoting the songs "Do You Know (아나요)" and "So Sexy". On 29 July, they made their comeback with "Easily", from their mini album Back to da Future. The group promoted a remix version of Easily on 13 August and released it on 26 August. They made also an appearance in the movie Mr. Idol.[1][2][3]

Following a two-and-a-half-year hiatus, beginning in early 2014, they returned in 2016 and with seven members – while Hyeran and Yoojin remained part of the group, Eunyoung, Seo-a and Yejin had been replaced with Eunji, Hayun, Minyoung, Yujeong and Yuna.

On 13 January 2017, Brave Entertainment released a statement announcing the departure of Yoojin. According to the company, Yoojin is planning to concentrate on her education and will study abroad, while Hyeran is on an indefinite medical hiatus.

History

Pre-debut

On 14 March 2011, Eunyoung was revealed as the leader of Brave Girls. She is the niece of Shin Ha-kyun, an actor known for his role in Welcome to Dongmakgol and Sympathy for Lady Vengeance.[4] Hyeran was then revealed on 17 March, and gained attention because of her resemblance to singer Son Dambi and because of old dance rehearsal videos that led to her name being featured on video sites like M. Goon.[5] Yejin also gained attention due to the fact that she was ‘Miss Seattle’ at the Miss Korea competition, and because she bears a resemblance to actress Kim Sa-rang.[6]

2011: Debut
Brave Girls at Superstar K 3 premiere, 2011.

On March 31, Brave Brothers released two teaser images of the group, revealing the two concepts that the group would perform with.[7] On 7 April, they released their debut single album The Difference, along with a music video for title track "Do You Know".[8] They then made their debut on KBS's Music Bank with promotional tracks "So Sexy" and "Do You Know".[9]

On 24 April, Brave Girls appeared on KBS's Gag Concert and performed a trot version of "Do You Know".[10][11] Additionally, Eunyoung appeared on KBS's 100 Points out of 100 and won 2 medals (gold and bronze).[12][13]

A music video for "So Sexy" was released on 8 June.[14]

Brave Girls also made a cameo appearance with Superkidd on the SBS drama, Protect the Boss.[15][16]

On 22 July, Brave Entertainment announced that the group would make a comeback during the same month, and shared concept photos of their mini album Back to da Future. Their title track, "Easily", featuring Korean reggae artist Skull, was released along with the music video on 28 July.[17][18] Brave Brothers stated that the song was homage to Kim Gun-mo's "Excuse".[2][19][20] The full EP was released on 29 July and peaked at number 14 on the Gaon Album Chart, selling 1,606 copies.[21][22]

The group participated at the 3rd Idol Star Athletics Championship on September[23][24] and, on 3 November, made a cameo appearance in Mr. Idol with Chocolat and various other idol groups.[25][26] At the 19th Korea Culture Entertainment Awards on 15 December, the group received the "Rookie of the Year" award.[27][28] Following this, on 25 December, they appeared on KBS's Let's Go Dream Team! as special guests, and performed for contestants on the show.[29][30]

2012–2015: Re-Issue, For You and hiatus

On 22 February 2012, Brave Girls' second mini album Re-Issue was released, with the group holding a showcase that included a guest performance from Teen Top. The EP peaked at #14 on the Gaon Album Chart.[31] The title song "Nowadays" charted highly on charts and became one of the most searched topics on Korean websites.

On 29 August 2013, it was announced that Brave Girls would have a comeback in the fall, with a new song titled "For You" to be released on 31 August.[32]

In February 2014, Brave Brothers reported that he was going to be working on a full-length album for the group, but the album was put on hold indefinitely due to his working with AOA. Brave Girls remained inactive for the following two years.

2016: Lineup changes and High Heels

In February 2016, after a ​2 1⁄2-year hiatus, it was announced that Brave Girls would be making a comeback as a seven-member group, with five new members and two original members.[33]

The group released "Deepened" on 16 February as a digital single, with new members, Minyoung, Yujeong, Eunji, Yuna and Hayun and original members Yoojin and Hyeran.

On 19 June, it was reported that the group would be releasing their third mini album in June 2016. High Heels was released on 27 June, alongside the music video for title track "High Heels".

On 1 September, the group released "Yoo-hoo" as a digital single.

2017–present: Lineup changes, Rollin' and The Unit
Brave Girls in the making of "Rollin" music video, 2017.

On January 13, 2017, it was announced that members Yoojin and Hyeran, the two remaining original members, will stop promotions with the group. Member Yoojin decided to pursue studies abroad and will leave the group. Meanwhile, member Hyeran will take a hiatus due to health concerns. It was noted that no new members will be added to the group and will continue promotions as a five-member piece with members Minyoung, Yujeong, Eunji, Yuna and Hayun, for a possible return in February or March with a new release.[34][35] Brave Girls released their fourth mini album Rollin' on March 7.[36]

On 17 August 2017, it was announced that Brave Girls members Yujeong, Eunji, and Yuna will be participating in the idol rebooting show The Unit which premier on 28 October 2017.[37] Yujeong and Eunji passed the audition. Eunji was eliminated in 45th place during the first elimination round while Yujeong was eliminated in 37th place during the second elimination round.

On August 11, 2018, the group released "Rollin' (New Version)", a rearranged version of the single of the same name released in 2017, as a gift to fans for their passionate support for the song in the prior year and a half. It was also announced that the group will promote as a 4-member piece for the time being, since member Hayun will take a break due to health reasons.[38]

On August 5, 2020, it was announced that the group will make their comeback after almost three years with members Minyoung, Yujeong, Eunji and Yuna.[39] On August 14, the group released "We Ride" as a digital single.[40]

On August 18, it was announced that the group will have a webtoon series produced by Toontori and supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of South Korea. They are one of eight groups selected as part of the 2020 Hallyu Linked Support Project hosted by the Korea International Cultural Exchange Promotion Agency associated with Korea's Webtoon Industry Association.[41]

Members

Current members
  • Minyoung (Hangul: 민영)
  • Yujeong (유정)
  • Eunji (은지)
  • Yuna (유나)

Past members
  • Eunyoung (은영)
  • Seo-a (서아)
  • Yejin (예진)
  • Yoojin (유진)
  • Hyeran (혜란)
  • Hayun (하윤)

Timeline

Black (vertical) = album release

Discography

Extended plays
Title Album Details Peak chart
positions		 Sales
KOR
Back To Da Future
Track list
  1. Back to da Future
  2. Easily (툭하면) [feat. Skull]
  3. If It Rains (비가 내리면)
  4. It Hurts So Much (너무 아파) [feat. Maboos of Electroboyz] (Eunyoung solo)
  5. Do You Know (아나요) [Acoustic Version]
  6. Easily (툭하면) [Instrumental]
 14[42]
Re-Issue
  • Released: 22 February 2012
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Format: CD, digital download
Track list
  1. B'Girls Are Back
  2. Nowadays, You (요즘 너)
  3. Without a Word (말 없이)
  4. Nowadays, You (요즘 너) [Remix]
  5. Nowadays, You (요즘 너) [Instrumental]
 14[44]
High Heels
  • Released: 27 June 2016
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Format: CD, digital download
 22
Rollin'
  • Released: 7 March 2017
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Format: CD, digital download
 30
  • KOR: 1,091+

Single albums
Title Album Details Peak chart
positions		 Sales
KOR
The Difference
Track list
  1. Ain't Nobody Like Brave Girls
  2. So Sexy
  3. Do You Know (아나요)
  4. So Sexy (Instrumental)
 2[47]

Promotional singles
Title Year Peak chart positions Sales
(Downloads)
[49]		 Album
KOR
[50]
"Do You Know" (아나요) 2011 19
  • KOR: 372,562+
 The Difference
"Easily" (툭하면) 38
  • KOR: 520,586+
 Back To Da Future
"Nowadays, You" (요즘 너) 2012 21
  • KOR: 571,244+
 Re-Issue
"For You"[lower-alpha 1] (포유) 2013 50
  • KOR: 42,057+
 Non-album singles
"Deepened" (변했어) 2016 131
  • KOR: 10,942+
 High Heels
"High Heels" (하이힐) 135
  • KOR: 12,034+
"Yoo-hoo" (유후 (우린 아직 여름)) — N/A Non-album singles
"Rollin'" (롤린) 2017 — Rollin'
"Rollin" (New Version) (롤린) (New Version) 2018 — Non-album singles
"We Ride" (운전만해) 2020 —
"—" denotes items that did not chart or were not released.
Title Year Peak chart positions Sales
(Downloads)
[49]		 Album
KOR
[50]
"Passing Of The Year" (Electroboyz, Brave Girls, BIGSTAR & Park Soo Jin) 2013 —
  • KOR: 18,239
 Passing Of The Year – Bye 2013 BRAVESOUND – Bravefamily Winter Single
"—" denotes items that did not chart or were not released.

Compilation Appearances
Title Year Peak chart positions Sales
(Downloads)
[49]		 Album
KOR
[50]
"Mapo Terminal " (마포종점) 2016 — Immortal Songs: Singing the Legend (Park Chun-Seok 1st)
"—" denotes items that did not chart or were not released.

Filmography

Music videos
Title Year Director(s) Ref.
"Do You Know" 2011 Un­known [51]
"So Sexy" [52]
"Easily" Kim Kwang-eun [53] [54]
"Nowadays, You" 2012 Joe Brown [55] [56]
"Deepened" 2016 Joo Hee-sun [57] [58]
"High Heels" Jo Soo-hyun [59] [60]
"Yoo Hoo" Joe Brown [61] [62]
"Rollin'" 2017 Lim Jae-kyung [63] [64]
"Rollin' (New Version)" 2018 BRICK [65]
"We Ride" 2020 TBA

Awards
YearAwardCategoryResultRef
201119th Korea Culture Entertainment AwardsRookie of the Year"Won"[27][28]
13th Mnet Asian Music AwardsBest New Female ArtistsNominated[66]

Notes
  1. "For You" is sung by Yujin and Hyeran, following Eunyoung, Seoa and Yejin's departures from the group

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