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Tahiti (타히티) was a four-member girl group under Jline Entertainment. Originally as six, they debuted on July 24, 2012 with the digital single "Tonight".
The group disbanded on July 25, 2018.
Career
Pre-debut
During their pre-debut period, Tahiti launched a sitcom-style reality program called Ta-Dah! It's Tahiti with the line-up consisting of: Minjae, Jungbin, EJ, Jisoo, Hanhee and Ari. The show began broadcasting on April 14, 2012 and was picked up by television stations in South Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Singapore.[1]
Following the ending of Ta-Dah! It's Tahiti on June 16, 2012, it was announced that Tahiti would make their debut in July 2012.[2]
With the release of the teasers for "Tonight", it appeared that Ari and Hanhee were missing while two new members: Keezy and Yeeun, were added.[3] It was later clarified that Ari and Hanhee would be joining the group later on with their second single.[4][5] However, Hanhee ended up leaving the group without debuting due to health issues.[6][7]
2012–2013: Debut with "Tonight", line-up changes, "Hasta Luego"
On July 24, 2012, Tahiti officially made their debut with the digital single "Tonight". The lineup consisted Minjae, Jungbin, EJ, Keezy, Yeeun and Jisoo.
In October, Tahiti unveiled the teasers for their upcoming single "Hasta Luego". EJ, Keezy and Yeeun appeared to have left the group and were replaced by Ari and two new members: Miso and Jin. The group later returned with the new line-up on November 1, 2012, with the release of their second digital single "Hasta Luego".
2013: Jin's hiatus, Five Beats of Hearts
On July 16, 2013, the agency announced that Jin would be absent from the group's comeback that same month as she didn't fit its concept.[8]
On July 23, 2013, the group released their first mini album Five Beats of Hearts along with its title track "Love Sick" as a five-member group.
2014: Jungbin's hiatus, addition of Jerry, "Oppa! You're Mine"
On January 22, 2014, it was announced that Jungbin would be going on a hiatus due to health issues (intra-abdominal tumor).[9] Later on June 5, 2014, it was announced that Jungbin wouldn't be able to participate in the group's upcoming comeback.[10]
On June 11, 2014, Jerry was officially introduced as the group's newest member with the release of the second music video teaser for their third digital single, "Oppa, You're Mine", which was released on June 12.[11]
2015–2016: Jungbin and Jin's departure, Fall Into Temptation, "Skip" and "I Want To Know Your Mind"
On January 4, 2015, Tahiti released their second mini album Fall Into Temptation along with its title track "Phone Number". Jungbin and Jin did not participate in this comeback and were presumed to have left the group.[n 1] Tahiti continued as a five-member group with the release of their digital singles "Skip" on November 10, 2015, and "I Want To Know Your Mind" on May 23, 2016.
2017: Jisoo's departure
On March 15, 2017, the agency announced that Jisoo had been diagnosed with panic disorder and depression, and she would sit out of the group's activities starting with their "Tahiti Japan Live in Osaka" concert on March 17.[12]
On December 8, 2017, Jisoo announced her departure from the group.[13] This was followed by Miso accusing Jisoo of lying about her condition and reason for leaving the group in an Instagram post on December 15.[14]
2018: Disbandment
On July 25, 2018, Jerry announced that the group had decided to disband after discussing with the agency.[15] On the same day, Ari and Jerry also shared their farewell messages to fans on their personal Instagram accounts.[16]
Aftermath
- Keezy, using her real name Dasom, and Yeeun, under the stage name Sina, formed the duo Verry and debuted with their first and only digital single "Black Cherry" on March 19, 2015. They presumably disbanded due to inactivity.
- Keezy made her solo debut on February 21, 2017 with the mini album Somablu.
- EJ became active as an actress, under her real name Heo Eun Jung.
- Jisoo became active as a pilates instructor.[17]
- Jin made her solo debut on April 30, 2021 with the digital single "From Spring", under the stage name Heeling.
- Minjae became active as a BJ on AfreecaTV.[18]
- Ari became active as a musical actress.[19]
- Jerry, under her new stage name Soo, became a member of the girl group 3piece.[20]
Members
| Name | Position(s) | Year(s) active |
|---|---|---|
| Jungbin (정빈) | Leader (2012–2014), Vocalist, Visual | 2012–2014 |
| Minjae (민재) | Leader (2014–2018), Main Vocalist | 2012–2018 |
| EJ (이제이) | Main Rapper | 2012 |
| Ari (아리) | Main Dancer, Main Rapper, Vocalist, Maknae (2013–2018) | 2012–2018 |
| Jisoo (지수) | Lead Dancer, Vocalist, Rapper, Visual, Maknae (2012) | 2012–2017 |
| Keezy (키지) | Main Vocalist, Rapper | 2012 |
| Yeeun (예은) | Lead Vocalist | 2012 |
| Miso (미소) | Lead Vocalist, Rapper | 2012–2018 |
| Jin (진) | Main Rapper, Lead Dancer, Maknae (2012-2013) | 2012–2013 |
| Jerry (제리) | Main Vocalist | 2014–2018 |
| Pre-debut | ||
| Hanhee (한희) | Rapper | 2012 |
Discography
Mini albums
- Five Beats of Hearts (2013)
- Fall Into Temptation (2015)
Digital singles
- "Tonight" (2012)
- "Hasta Luego" (2012)
- "Oppa, You're Mine" (2014)
- "Skip" (2015)
- "I Want To Know Your Mind" (2016)
OSTs
- "You're the Best, Lee Soon-shin OST Part.1" (2013)
- "Running Rose OST Part.1" (2015)
Filmography
Reality shows
- Ta-Dah! It's Tahiti (SBS, 2012)
Music video appearances
- T.A.P - "Oh! Boy" (2013)
Trivia
- The fandom name Black Pearl was came up by a fan, originated from the famous gem that originates from the island of Tahiti, more rare and beautiful than the regular pearls. It also meant that Tahiti’s treasure is Black Pearl.[21]
Gallery
Notes
- ↑ Jungbin and Jin's departure wasn't officially announced.
References
- ↑ Allkpop: Rookie girl group TAHITI to debut with their own reality show, 'Ta-dah! It's TAHITI'
- ↑ Allkpop: Girl group TAHITI to debut in July
- ↑ YouTube: TAHITI(타히티) - Tonight [MV Teaser] part3 "신인걸그룹타히티의 3차티저 영상공개"
- ↑ mounttohi on Tumblr: [NEWS] Hints to Ari and Hanhee’s Future Activities?
- ↑ swolfgangs on Reddit: IamA(n) ex Kpop trainee AMA! (1)
- ↑ swolfgangs on Reddit: IamA(n) ex Kpop trainee AMA! (2)
- ↑ Kpopalypse: KPOPALYPSE INTERVIEW – Sarah Wolfgang/Hanhee (ex-TAHITI)
- ↑ (KR) Daum Cafe: Tahiti의 컴백을 기다리시는 팬 분들께 안내말씀드립니다.
- ↑ (KR) Daum Cafe: 타히티 정빈양에게 힘찬 응원 보내주세요.
- ↑ (KR) Daum Cafe: 팬 여러분들께 안내 말씀드립니다
- ↑ (KR) The Korea Herald: 타히티, 신곡 ‘오빤 내꺼’ 2차 티저와 함께 새 멤버 제리 공개
- ↑ Naver: 타히티 지수, 우울증·공황장애로 활동 잠정 중단
- ↑ Allkpop: Jisu reveals her departure from TAHITI
- ↑ Soompi: TAHITI's Miso Accuses Jisoo Of Lying About Her Reasons For Leaving The Group In Instagram Post
- ↑ Soompi: TAHITI's Jerry Announces Group's Disbandment
- ↑ Koreaboo: Tahiti Officially Announces Their Disbandment After 6 Years As A Group
- ↑ Allkpop: Former Tahiti member Jisu becomes a pilates instructor
- ↑ (KR) 타히티민재♥ on AfreecaTV: [생]<신입여캠>내 매니저 오진다
- ↑ (KR) Allure Korea: 슈퍼주니어 려욱의 그녀, 타히티 아리는 누구?
- ↑ @st_onair_global on Twitter (November 26, 2022)
- ↑ @mounttohi on Tumblr: TAHITI’s Fandom Name - Black Pearl
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