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Billlie (KR: 빌리; JP: ビリー; also stylized as Bi11lie) is a seven-member girl group under MYSTIC STORY. Originally as six, they debuted on November 10, 2021 with the mini album The Billage of Perception : Chapter One.
History
Pre-debut
In February 2020, MYSTIC STORY opened an Instagram account for MYSTIC Rookies, a pre-debut team of their seven female trainees: Moon Sua, Suhyeon, Haram, Tsuki, Siyoon, Lee Soomin and Takeuchi Miyu, all of whom were potential members of the agency's first girl group.[1] However, Soomin and Miyu left the team in August 2020 and May 2021, respectively.[2]
On May 4, 2021, MYSTIC STORY confirmed plans to debut the group in the second half of the year.[3] On September 14, 2021, it was revealed that they would debut in November.[4]
On September 27, 2021, a series of dance covers were started in partnership with 1MILLION Dance Studio, the first dance cover was of Beyoncé's "Diva" and performed by Moon Sua, Tsuki and Siyoon.[5] On October 3, 2021, a cover of Cardi B's "Up" was published, now being performed by Suhyeon, Haram and new member Haruna; officially revealing her as their sixth and final member.[6] On October 10, 2021, a cover of Ashnikko's "Slumber Party" was released, this time performed by the entire group.[7]
2021: Debut with The Billage of Perception : Chapter One, addition of Sheon and "The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Snowy Night"
On October 11, 2021, it was announced that this group would be called "Billlie" and include the previously revealed trainees Moon Sua, Suhyeon, Haram, Tsuki, Siyoon and Haruna.[8]
On October 28, a fan song titled "Flowerld" was released on the group's YouTube channel.[9] It was later confirmed that the track will be featured on the group's debut album.[10] It was also announced that the group will debut on November 10 with their first mini album The Billage of Perception : Chapter One.[11]
On October 30, concept photos of the group and members for their debut mini album were revealed, starting with individual photos of Haram, Tsuki and Haruna, followed by photos of Moon Sua, Siyoon and Suhyeon and a group photo a few hours later.[12][13][14]
On November 19, MYSTIC STORY announced that former Girls Planet 999 contestant Kim Suyeon would be joining Billlie under the stage name Sheon.[15]
On December 14, Billlie released the digital single "The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Snowy Night".[16] This release marked the first comeback with member Sheon participating.
2022: The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Chapter One, "Track by Yoon: Patbingsu", The Billage of Perception : Chapter Two
On January 27, 2022, MYSTIC STORY confirmed reports that Billlie is preparing for a comeback, slated for a late-February release.[17] On February 11, a teaser poster was released, revealing that they would be releasing their second mini album The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Chapter One on February 23.[18]
On March 1, it was announced that Billlie would be releasing an OST album, The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Chapter One Original Soundtrack from "What is your B?", on the same day at 6PM KST. The soundtrack contains the score music used in "What is your B?", which was released as a concept story film for their second mini album.[19]
On June 23, a source from MYSTIC STORY shared that Billlie would be releasing a song through Yoon Jong Shin's new music project in mid-July.[20] The song, a remake of Yoon's song "Track by Yoon: Patbingsu", was released on July 14.
On August 7, 2022, MYSTIC STORY confirmed reports that Billlie is preparing for a comeback with their third mini album, The Billage of Perception : Chapter Two, on August 31.[21]
On September 8, it was announced that Billlie would be releasing their second OST album, The Billage of Perception : Chapter Two Original Soundtrack from "The End of the World and the Awakening", on the same day at 6PM KST. The soundtrack contains the score music used in "The End of the World and the Awakening", which was released as a concept story film for their third mini album.[22]
On October 13, it was announced that Billlie would be holding their first online XR concert "Billlie 1st Online XR Concert [the interlude of 11]" to commemorate their 1-year debut anniversary on November 11 and 12.[23]
2023: The Billage of Perception : Chapter Three, first music show win, Japanese debut, Sua's hiatus and return, Suhyeon's hiatus, Sua's second hiatus, "BYOB (Bring Your Own Best Friend)", "Side-B : Memoirs of Echo Unseen", "'The Billlie's Odditorium' The First Edition"
On February 7, 2023, OSEN reported that Billlie would be making a comeback in March with their fourth mini album. That same day, it was confirmed by Mystic Story.[24][25] On March 6, it was announced that they would be releasing their fourth mini album The Billage of Perception : Chapter Three on March 28.[26] On April 4, the group received their first-ever music show win on The Show for "Eunoia."[27]
On March 24, the group's Japanese Twitter announced that they would be making their Japanese debut with the single "GingaMingaYo (the strange world) -Japanese ver.-" on May 17.[28]
On April 24, MYSTIC STORY announced that following the passing of her brother Moon Bin, member Moon Sua would enter a hiatus period for Billlie's immediate future activities, beginning with promotions for their first Japanese single.[29][30]
On June 12, it was announced that Moon Sua will resume her activities, starting with this week’s “Show Champion” live broadcast.[31]
On June 15, MYSTIC STORY released a statement and revealed that Suhyeon will be taking a break from activities due to health reasons.[32]
On September 12, MYSTIC STORY then announced that Moon Sua would be going on hiatus due to health concerns. Billlie will then be promoting as five members until Suhyeon and Sua comes back.[33]
On September 18, it was announced that Billlie would be releasing a new album in October.[34] On September 23, it was announced that they will be releasing their first single album "Side-B : Memoirs of Echo Unseen" on October 23. They also will be pre-release "BYOB (Bring Your Own Best Friend)" on September 27.[35]
On November 22, the group released a teaser announcing that they will be releasing their third digital single "'The Billlie's Odditorium' The First Edition" on November 27.[36]
2024: "'The Billlie's Odditorium' The Second Edition", Knock-on Effect, Moon Sua and Suhyeon's return from hiatus, first world tour, "Trampoline", Appendix: Of All We Have Lost
On December 22, 2023, it was announced that the group will be releasing their first Japanese mini album Knock-on Effect on February 7, 2024.[37]
On January 1, the group released a teaser announcing that they will be releasing their fourth digital single "'The Billlie's Odditorium' The Second Edition" on January 2.[38]
On February 9, the group held their second Japanese showcase concert Billlie Show-Con "Domino Effect" in Japan in Tokyo.[39]
On April 12, it was announced that Moon Sua and Suhyeon would be returning from their hiatus.[40]
On May 5, they held their first fan concert Billlie The First Fan-Con 'Your B, I'm B (Belllie've You)' at Myunghwa Live Hall.
On May 27, Billlie announced they will be embarking on their first world tour, beginning with a European leg visiting nine different cities.[41]
On June 5, it was revealed that the second leg of the tour, which will take place in Grand America, will occur between November and December, with specific dates still to be announced.[42]
On September 26, it was announced that the group will return with a new album in October.[43] On October 2, it was announced that they will be releasing their fifth mini album Appendix: Of All We Have Lost on October 16. "Trampoline" will be pre-released on October 11.[44]
2025: Moon Sua X Siyoon debut
On April 1, 2025, it was announced that members Moon Sua and Siyoon will debut as the unit Moon Sua X Siyoon, on April 7 with the single "Snap".[45][46]
Members
| Name | Positions[47] | Color[48] | Emoji[49] | Year(s) active | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | Korean | Japanese | ||||
| Moon Sua | 문수아 | ムンスア | Main Rapper, Lead Vocalist | Purple | 🌝 | 2020–present |
| Suhyeon | 수현 | スヒョン | Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer | Green | 🌸 | 2020–present |
| Haram | 하람 | ハラム | Main Vocalist, Sub Dancer | Pink | 🎀 | 2020–present |
| Tsuki | 츠키 | つき | Main Dancer, Sub Vocalist | Red | 🐰 | 2020–present |
| Sheon | 션 | ション | Main Dancer, Lead Rapper | Orange | 🐱 | 2021–present |
| Siyoon | 시윤 | シユン | Main Rapper, Lead Dancer | Yellow | 🐣 | 2020–present |
| Haruna | 하루나 | はるな | Sub Dancer, Sub Vocalist, Maknae | Blue | 🐢 | 2021–present |
| Pre-debut | ||||||
| Soomin | 수민 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2020 |
| Miyu | 미유 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2020–2021[2] |
Sub-units
- Moon Sua X Siyoon (2025–present)
Discography
Korean
Mini albums
- The Billage of Perception : Chapter One (2021)
- The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Chapter One (2022)
- The Billage of Perception : Chapter Two (2022)
- The Billage of Perception : Chapter Three (2023)
- Appendix: Of All We Have Lost (2024)
Single albums
- "Side-B : Memoirs of Echo Unseen" (2023)
Digital singles
- "The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Snowy Night" (2021)
- "BYOB (Bring Your Own Best Friend)" (2023)
- "'The Billlie's Odditorium' The First Edition" (2023)
- "'The Billlie's Odditorium' The Second Edition" (2024)
- "Trampoline" (2024)
Collaborations
- "Track by Yoon: Patbingsu" (with Yoon Jong Shin) (2022)
OSTs
- The Collective Soul and Unconscious: Chapter One Original Soundtrack from "What is your B?" (2022)
- The Billage of Perception : Chapter Two Original Soundtrack from "The End of the World and the Awakening" (2022)
- "Dead Mansion X Billlie" ("The Savior") (2025)
Japanese
Mini albums
- Knock-on Effect (2024)
Singles
Digital singles
- "Dang! (Hocus Pocus) -Japanese ver.-" (2024)
Concerts
World tours
Fan concerts
Showcase concerts
- Billlie Japan Debut Showcase "What is Your B?" (2023)
- Billlie Show-Con "Domino Effect" in Japan (2024)
Online concerts
Concert participation
- 2022 Boryeong Sea Mud Exhibition K-MUD Global Show K-POP Concert[50] (2022)
- MIK Festival London 2022 (2022) (canceled)[51][52]
- KPOP LUX x SBS Super Concert in London (2023) (canceled)[53][54]
- 2024 Weverse Con Festival (2024)[55]
Trivia
- Their role model is the girl group Girls' Generation.[56]
- Tsuki is a former member of 7+ME LINK and MAGICOUR, under the name "TARU".
- Tsuki is also a former SM Entertainment trainee, she was known as "RAVI".
- Moon Sua is a former YG Entertainment trainee and trained under them for 10 years.
- Sheon is a former A team Entertainment trainee.
- Multiple members have previously competed on competition shows.
- Moon Sua was a contestant on Unpretty Rapstar 2.
- Suhyeon was a contestant on Produce 101 and MIXNINE.
- Sheon was a contestant on Girls Planet 999.
Gallery
- Main article: Billlie/Gallery
References
- ↑ Soompi: Mystic Story Reveals Girl Group Trainees Including Familiar Faces From Survival Shows And “A-TEEN”
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Soompi: Former “Produce 48” Contestant Takeuchi Miyu Leaves Mystic Story
- ↑ Soompi: Mystic Story Confirms Plans To Launch New Girl Group This Year
- ↑ Soompi: Mystic Story To Officially Debut New Girl Group In November
- ↑ MYSTIC ROOKIES | Beyonce 'Diva' DANCE COVER | YOUJIN KIM CHOREOGRAPHY
- ↑ MYSTIC ROOKIES | Cardi B 'Up' DANCE COVER | JJ CHOREOGRAPHY
- ↑ MYSTIC ROOKIES | Ashnikko 'Slumber Party (ft. Princess Nokia)' DANCE COVER | JJ CHOREOGRAPHY
- ↑ (KR) Star News: "미스틱 첫 걸그룹, 그룹명 빌리..11월 6인조 데뷔 공식"
- ↑ Billlie | Our first fan song, [ FLOWERLD ]
- ↑ (KR) OSEN: '미스틱 첫 걸그룹' 빌리, 데뷔 전 팬송 'FLOWERLD' 이색 선공개
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (October 28, 2021)
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (October 30, 2021)
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (October 30, 2021)
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (October 30, 2021)
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (November 19, 2021)
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (December 5, 2021)
- ↑ Allkpop: Billlie to make speedy comeback at the end of February
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (February 11, 2022)
- ↑ (KR) Herald Pop: 빌리, 미니 2집 음악 OST로도 만난다..멜로망스 정동환 지원사격
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie Confirms Plans For July Release With Yoon Jong Shin’s New Project
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie Reveals 1st Teaser For Upcoming End-Of-Month Comeback
- ↑ (KR) Star News: '초동 2.5배 증가' 빌리, 오늘(8일) 미니 3집 OST 앨범 발매
- ↑ Allkpop: Billlie announce their first XR concert, 'The interlude of 11'
- ↑ (KOR) OSEN: 빌리, 3월 컴백 확정..'4세대 성장돌' 입지 굳힌다
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie Confirmed To Make March Comeback
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie Announces March Comeback Date With Intriguing Teaser For “the Billage of perception: chapter three”
- ↑ Soompi: Watch: Billlie Takes Tearful 1st-Ever Win On “The Show” With “EUNOIA”; Performances By CLC’s Yeeun, xikers, And More
- ↑ @Billlie_JP on Twitter (March 24, 2023)
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie Ends Comeback Promotions + Agency Shares Update On Upcoming Activities
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie’s Moon Sua To Sit Out Group’s Upcoming Promotions In Japan
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie’s Moon Sua To Resume Activities This Week
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie’s Suhyeon To Temporarily Suspend Activities For Health Reasons
- ↑ Billlie’s Moon Sua To Take Temporary Hiatus For Health Concerns
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie Confirmed To Make Autumn Comeback
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie Announces Comeback Date With 1st Teaser For Pre-Release Single “BYOB”
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (November 22, 2023)
- ↑ @Billlie_JP on Twitter (December 22, 2023)
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (January 1, 2024)
- ↑ Billlie Japan Website (JPN): 「Billlie SHOW-CON “Domino Effect” IN JAPAN」開催決定！
- ↑ Soompi: Watch: Billlie's Moon Sua And Suhyeon Return From Hiatus + Resume Group Activities
- ↑ Celeb Confirmed: Billlie to kick off first world tour with concerts in nine European cities
- ↑ @studio_pav on Twitter: June 5, 2024
- ↑ Soompi: Billlie Confirms Plans For Fall Comeback With Full Group
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on Twitter (October 2, 2024)
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on X (April 1, 2025)
- ↑ @Billlieofficial on X (April 1, 2025)
- ↑ (JP) HMV&BOOKS: 【セルカ＋インタビュー】Billlie
- ↑ @Staff_Billlie 빌리 on VLIVE (@11:29) (November 30, 2021)
- ↑ @BILLLIEFILES on Twitter (November 26, 2021)
- ↑ 2022보령해양머드박람회 K-MUD 글로벌 쇼 K-POP 콘서트🎇. br_seamud_official (2022-07-01). Retrieved on 2022-07-01.
- ↑ @mikfestival on Twitter (May 10, 2022)
- ↑ @mikfestival on Twitter (July 29, 2022)
- ↑ @KPOPLUX_ on Twitter (August 31, 2023)
- ↑ Soompi: KPOP LUX SBS Super Concert In London Officially Canceled
- ↑ Weverse: [Weverse Con Festival] 2024 Weverse Con Festival - 1st Lineup & 1 DAY PASS Earlybird Ticket Information
- ↑ Billlie for Star1 Magazine (November 2021)
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