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After School (group)

After School(Korean:애프터스쿨) was a South Koreangirl groupformed byPledis Entertainment,with an admissions and graduation concept.[1]

After School
After School at the After School's Beauty Bible press conference in January 2014 * From left to right: Kaeun, E-Young, Jungah, Jooyeon, Lizzy, Raina, Nana
After School at theAfter School's Beauty Biblepress conference in January 2014
  • From left to right: Kaeun, E-Young, Jungah, Jooyeon, Lizzy, Raina, Nana
Background information
OriginSeoul,South Korea
Genres
Years active2009–2015
Labels
Spinoffs
Past members
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After School officially debuted in January 2009 with the song "AH!" from the single albumNew Schoolgirl.Following the addition ofUeein April of that year, they released "Diva",which won the" Rookie of the Month "award at theCyworld Digital Music Awards.[2]Pledis Entertainment then announced the graduation ofSoyoungbefore adding Raina andNanafor the release of "Because of You",which topped the monthly digital chart for December 2009.[a]Follow-up singles "Bang!","Shampoo","Flashback"and"First Love"further consolidated their popularity and saw the additions of members Lizzy, E-Young and Kaeun, as well as the graduations of original members Bekah andKahi.[4][5][6]In 2010, the three newest members at that time formed the group's first subunit,Orange Caramel,and in 2011 a second subunit was formed when the group was split into two teams, A.S. Red and A.S. Blue, for the release of their fourth single album.

In the beginning of 2011, the group signed withAvex Traxto begin their promotions in Japan.[7][8][unreliable source?]The group made their first official appearance in Japan by collaborating with singerNamie Amurofor a song from her collaboration albumCheckmate!,titled "Make it Happen". The song won Best Collaboration at the2012 MTV Video Music Awards Japan.The group's debut single, a remake of their Korean hit "Bang!", was released in August that year and charted at number seven on theOricon Singles Chart.[9]Their debut Japanese album,Playgirlz,was released in 2012 and their second Japanese album,Dress to Kill,fronted by theShinichi Osawaproduced singles "Heaven"and"Shh",was released in 2014.

After School received attention for their unique live performances, often incorporating different performance styles into their songs, including drums,tap dancingandpole dancing.[10]The group received theMinister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendationin 2011 and was ranked number five inBillboard's 2017 list of the Top 10 K-pop Girl Groups of the Past Decade.[11]From 2015 onward, Pledis halted both After School and Orange Caramel promotions and the members have embarked on individual music, acting and modeling careers. In 2019, Lizzy revealed that all members had gradually gone their separate ways.[12]

History

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Pre-debut

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After School was first formed followingKahi's departure from Korean-American girl group S-Blush,[13]as she began planning to produce a new group together with the current CEO ofPledis Entertainment.[14][unreliable source?]The first member other than Kahi was Bekah, who was a trainee while Kahi was in S-Blush. With Kahi's recommendation, Bekah was brought from Hawaii to South Korea. They were then introduced toJungah,followed bySoyoungandJooyeon,forming a five-member group.

After School as a group first made an unofficial appearance on December 29, 2008, at theSBSSong Festival. Kahi and Jungah performed "Play Girlz" alongsideSon Dam Biwhilst the remaining members, Soyoung, Jooyeon, and Bekah served as backup dancers for Son Dam Bi's performance at the event.

2009:New Schoolgirl,"Diva" and "Because of You"

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In the start of 2009, a few days before After School's debut, Pledis Entertainment announced that the group's music concept was heavily influenced by thePussycat Dolls.[15]On January 15, the group released their debut single albumNew Schoolgirl.[16][17]The album had three songs: the lead single "Ah!", "Play Girlz" and "Bad Guy" (나쁜놈). A teaser for their debut music video was released on the same day and gained over 100,000 views before its release the next day.[18]On January 17, After School made their debut stage on television music programMusic Core.[19]Following promotional activities for "AH!", After School planned to continue to promote "Bad Guy" from their debut singleNew Schoolgirl.However, the track was deemed unsuitable and was banned from broadcast because a word of profanity was in the lyrics.

After School in July 2009

In April 2009, a new member,Uee,joined the group.[20][21][22][23]The group then released their second single, "Diva"[21]on April 9, 2009.[22]They first performed the song on April 9, 2009, onM! Countdown.[24]After School went on to win the "Rookie of the Month" award for the month of April 2009 at theCyworld Digital Music Awardswith the single.[2]On May 21, the group released a cover ofMorning Musume's "Love Machine",entitled" Dream Girl ".[25]In July, it was announced that the group would collaborate withSon Dam-bifor digital single "Amoled".[23][26]It was released on July 16, as part of a promotion deal withSamsung.[27]After School also became the opening act forThe Pussycat Dolls'sDoll Domination Touralong with label-mate Son Dam-bi for the Asian dates of the tour.[28]On October 29, Soyoung officially graduated from the group to pursue an acting career. Two new members were then added to the group,RainaandNana.[16]On November 25, After School released their new single "Because of You"which had exceeded over 30,000 pre-orders.[16][29][30]The song marked a change for the group to a more mature and sophisticated concept,[16]and became extremely popular, winning threeMutizenawards for the group on SBS' Inkigayo.[31][32][33]

2010: "Bang!" and Orange Caramel

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At the start of 2010, the group won the Best Rookie Award at both the Billboard Japan Music Awards andSeoul Music Awards.[34][35]On March 25, After School released their third single albumBang![36]with new memberLizzywhere the group took on a marching band concept. Kahi revealed that she was inspired after watching the American filmDrumline,and had always wanted to do a marching band concept ever since she took to the stage as an After School member. The group practiced playing the drums for five months with a trainer for the single. The title track entered the Gaon Weekly Chart at number 2 and reached number 29 on the 2010 Gaon year-end digital chart with 2,374,731 digital downloads sold.

In June 2010, Raina, Nana, and Lizzy formed a sub-unit, revealed to be namedOrange Caramel,and released their first mini-album. Orange Caramel's concept was revealed to be more lighthearted and sweet, unlike many girl groups that have taken on darker, sexier concepts. Orange Caramel debuted on June 16, with the title track "Magic Girl". Their debut mini-album,The First Mini Album,was released on June 21, 2010. The album was a commercial success, peaking at No. 2 on theGaon Chartwith the lead single "Magic Girl" peaking at No. 18. On December 6, 2010, Pledis Entertainment releasedHappy Pledis 1st Albumthat consisted of four tracks: the title song "Love Love Love", "Someone Is You", and instrumental versions of the two songs. A portion of the profits from the album was donated to the "Save the Children"organization. Bekah did not take part nor participate in the promotions for this album due to her two-month break in Hawaii visiting her parents.

2011:Virgin,line-up changes, Japanese debut and A.S. Red & Blue

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On January 27, Pledis Entertainment announced that they had signed a contract with Japanese record labelAVEX TRAXfor After School to begin activities in Japan by the end of March.[37]After School started their Japanese activities by collaborating with JapaneseR&BsuperstarNamie Amuro;featuring in the song "Make It Happen" for her collaboration album.[38][39]This was the first release to include new member E-Young, who was previously revealed to the public during the group's performance of "Bang!"at SBS' Gayo Daejun on December 31, 2010. In March 2012, the song won Best Collaboration at the2012 MTV Video Music Awards Japan.[40]

After School's first studio album,Virgin,was released on April 29 with new member E-Young. The title track, "Shampoo",was composed by Japanese producerDaishi Dance,[41]and the music video was released later that day. The music video for "Let's Step Up", the intro track on the album, featured After School performing a tap-dance routine, which was praised internationally by tap dancers such as Joseph Wiggan.[42][43]After School began promotions for the "Shampoo" starting withKBS'sMusic Bank.[44]Virginwas released in the Philippines on July 23, 2011, along withBang!andHappy Pledis 1st Album,and it debuted at number one on the Philippines AstroChart, whileBang!debuted at number two andHappy Pledis 1st Albumat number three.[45]

After School in December 2011

In June 2011, After School made a cameo as a female idol group, Pure, in the Korean horror filmWhite: The Melody of the Curse.They performed segments of their hit song, "Bang!".[46]On June 17, 2011, Pledis Entertainment announced that original member Bekah was to 'graduate' from After School after concluding promotions forVirgin.[47][unreliable source?]Bekah released her 'graduation' song "Take Me to the Place" on July 11.[48][unreliable source?]In July, Pledis Entertainment announced that After School would separate into two sub-units, A.S. Red & Blue, as part of the group's second comeback project for the year, with the units releasing "In the Night Sky" and "Wonder Boy" respectively. On July 9, After School held their second official Korean fan meeting at Sookmyung Women's University. 'Graduate' Bekah joined the fan meeting.[49][unreliable source?]

Prior to their official debut in Japan, After School held a showcase in Japan at Akasaka BLITZ in Tokyo on July 17, 2011, selling out tickets within one minute.[50]After School officially debuted in Japan on August 17 with the release of their first Japanese single, "Bang!", which peaked at number seven on theOriconWeekly Chart.[51][52]After School also participated in the prestigious 'a-nation' concert tour as part of their Japanese promotions.[53]After School's second Japanese single, "Diva",was released on November 23. The single was accompanied with a new Japanese song called" Ready to Love ".[54]

Happy Pledis 2011was released on December 1 and featured all Pledis artists, including Son Dam-bi and pre-debutNU'EST(then called Pledis Boys). A portion of the "Happy Pledis"earnings were donated toUNICEF,and the album was also a gift to the fans.[55]The group also partnered withShibuya 109for a Christmas advertising campaign.[56]After School ended the year by headlining theMTV EXITlive concert along with American bandThe Click Fiveon December 17, 2011, inPhnom Penh,Cambodia.[57][58]

2012:Playgirlz,"Lady Luck/Dilly Dally", line-up changes and "Flashback"

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After School's third Japanese single was a double A-side single consisting of two songs, "Rambling Girls"and a Japanese remake of their 2009 hit"Because of You".The single was released on January 25, 2012, and debuted at number six on theOriconDaily Singles Chart. The single then debuted at number seven on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart with sales of 12,110.[59]Since then, the single has sold over 17,000 copies in Japan. On February 29, 2012, After School released a promotional digital single, "Just in Time", to promote the new album which was released the following month.[60]"Just in Time" is also used in aSamantha Thavasacommercial featuring After School, who are models for the fashion company.[61]

After School in July 2012

After School's first Japanese album,Playgirlz,was released on March 14, 2012. The album contains all their Japanese singles plus a Japanese version of their latest Korean single, "Shampoo", and six original Japanese songs. The regular edition of the album also included a Japanese version of Orange Caramel's "Shanghai Romance" as a bonus track. The album debuted at number six on theOriconDaily Album Chart, with estimated sales of around 11,000 on the first day.[60]The album debuted at number eight on theOriconWeekly Album Chart with sales of 16,000.[62]On April 23, 2012,Avex Traxannounced that After School would release their fourth Japanese single, "Lady Luck/Dilly Dally",on June 13, 2012. The single is a double A-side single and the regular edition also contains an additional track," Slow Love ", which is the song used on the Eyefull Home commercial.[63]The single debuted at number 3 on Oricon's Daily Singles Chart with sales of 7,648 and at number 6 on Oricon's Weekly Singles Chart with sales of 13,424 respectively.[64][unreliable source?][65]As of the end of 2012, the single has sold over 17,000 copies in Japan.

After School started their promotion tour forPlaygirlzin late April. With a total of four dates, the tour kicked off atZeppTokyo on April 27, followed by Zepp Nagoya on April 28 and Namba, Osaka on April 30. The tour's first stop at Zepp Tokyo on April 27 marked the admission and first performance of new member Kaeun, who joined the group on stage to perform "Let's Do It" and the Japanese version of "Bang!". Kaeun continued to make appearances for the other stops on the tour. On June 5, Pledis Entertainment announced that Kahi would graduate from the group to pursue a solo career, as well as to study acting. After School's tour finished on June 17 atTokyo Dome City Hall,which was also the last time Kahi performed with the group. She stayed with the group until September to help with promotion.[66]

After School's fifth Korean single album,Flashback,and a music video for the title track were released on June 20. This was the first release to include new member Kaeun, as well as being the first release to not include Kahi.[67]Jungah, who was revealed to be the group's new leader after the departure of Kahi, said that the album's title refers to the group's desire to return to their original image and produce music for all ages.[68]

2013–2015: "First Love",Dress to Kill,line-up changes

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After School at a fan meeting in 2013

After School held a fan meeting in Thailand on February 23, 2013, and performed in front of over 3,000 fans.[69]Due to the success of the fan meeting in Bangkok, After School held another fan meeting in Taiwan on March 30. This meeting was also held as a charity event with the proceeds from the ticket sales going to children in need.[70][unreliable source?]A total of 1,000,000 Taiwan dollars was raised for charity.

The group released their first compilation album,The Best of After School,on March 27, 2013, along with their first live DVD of their Playgirlz Japanese concert. Their sixth Korean maxi-single, "First Love",was released on June 13, and was produced byBrave Brothers.This single marked the first time the group had worked with the producer since "Because of You"in 2009.[71]Their fifth Japanese single "Heaven",was released on October 2.[72]"Heaven" debuted at number 6 on the Oricon Daily Singles Chart with over 18,596 copies sold during its debut week. On December 19, the music video for "Shh",the group's sixth Japanese single, was released on YouTube.[73]On February 20, 2014, After School released a single titled "Week" in collaboration with Brave Brothers for his 10th anniversary project.

After School's second full-length Japanese album,Dress to Kill,was released on March 19, 2014. The album has twelve tracks including "Heaven", "Shh", and "Ms. Independent", the title track. The album was released in three versions: a CD + DVD version which includes music videos and a special fanmeeting video, a CD version with a bonus track of the Japanese version of "Flashback", and another CD version (Mu-mo special) with the bonus track "Lucky Girl".[74]

At the beginning of 2014, After School began filming a beauty variety show forKBStitledAfter School's Beauty Bible.[75]The show focused on the members becoming beauty editors and providing the viewers with information and tips about Korean beauty, with topics ranging from makeup to style and trends.[76]The show became quite successful and aired in over 100 countries throughKBS World's YouTube channel. The second season of the show began airing in September. After School's second Japanese tour, "Dress to SHINE", began on November 21, 2014, in Tokyo and ended on November 24 in Osaka. On December 31, Jooyeon's contract with Pledis Entertainment expired, and she announced her graduation from After School that same day.[77][78]Jooyeon continued to promote as a member of After School in Japan, as her contract with AVEX TRAX had not yet expired. After School released their music video for "Shine" on February 9, 2015, to promote their Japanese compilation albumBESTwhich was released on March 18. Jooyeon officially graduated from the group on March 20, at a fan-club event at Negishi Tokyo Cinema in Tokyo, held to promote the album, where she received her graduation diploma.[79][unreliable source?]

2016–2019: Line-up changes and solo endeavors

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On January 28, 2016, Pledis Entertainment announced that Jungah had graduated from the group after seven years of activity due to the expiration of her contract.[80]With the lack of group promotions, members Uee and Nana took a more active role as actresses. MBC'sMarriage Contract,starring Uee, began airing on March 5. In the drama, she played the character of Kang Hye-soo, a single mother with a terminal illness who enters into a contract marriage. In November, Uee starred in the MBC dramaNight Light,alongsideJin Gooand Lee Yo-won. She played the character of a poor woman who is able to turn her life around with an opportunity. Nana made her acting debut in a support role in TvN'sThe Good Wife,a Korean remake of the American dramaof the same name,with the show debuting on July 8.[81][unreliable source?]On June 17, Raina's second duet withSan E,titled "Sugar and Me", was released, peaking at number five on theGaon chart.Lizzy joined the hosting lineup for FashionN'sPlease Take Care of My Vanity 2.Kaeun had been focusing on her DJ gigs, and had confirmed an acting debut in pre-produced dramaThe Idolmaster KR,which premiered in early 2017. E-Young opened a music academy on September 19, featuring piano, vocal, bass, and electric guitar lessons as well as dance and singing classes for those wishing to become idols.[citation needed]

On May 31, 2017, Pledis Entertainment announced that Uee had graduated from the group after eight years of activity due to the expiration of her contract. After School was to continue as five members for the first time in eight years since the group debuted.[82]On May 1, 2018, Pledis Entertainment announced that Lizzy had graduated from After School after eight years of activity due to the expiration of her contract.[83]Pledis Entertainment later stated that despite this, Lizzy would still continue to be a member of After School's subgroup, Orange Caramel.[84]Days later, it was reported that Kaeun will be the center for the Korean group in "Nekkoya (Pick Me)",Mnet'sProduce 48official song, confirming her participation in the show.[85]Despite never leaving the top 12 during the show's run, and ranking 1st for more weeks than any other contestant, Kaeun placed 14th during the finale ofProduce 48and therefore failed to make it to the final line-up.[86]It was later revealed that Kaeun had placed 5th, making it into the final lineup, but was artificially removed from it via vote manipulation.[87]

On May 15, 2019, Lizzy mentioned that After School members gradually went their separate ways.[88]Kaeun and Raina left the label in July and December 2019, respectively, following their contract expiration.[89][90]On July 5, 2019, Kaeun released "Remember You" (기억할게) her first digital single that marked her departure from Pledis Entertainment. In December 2019, E-Young announced on Instagram that she also left the group and company following her contract expiration and she is working on her solo album.[91][unreliable source?]

On June 3, 2021, members Jungah, Jooyeon, Bekah, Raina, and Kahi reunited as After School as part of a guest appearance onSBS' internet programMMTGfor its special Hidden Gems segment.[92][93][94]After deciding on "Bang" and "Diva" during the program, the five members performed the two songs as part ofMMTG's Hidden Gems concert on June 12.[95][96]

On August 30, 2024, it was announced that Nana had left Pledis following the end of her contract.[97]

Members

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After School has an admission-graduation system, where members are added or withdrawn in a "natural" manner.[98][unreliable source?]

Former members

Timeline

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Sub-units

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Orange Caramel

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Main article:Orange Caramel

Orange Caramel was the first After School unit group, consisting of Raina, Nana, and Lizzy. They debuted in June 2010 with "Magic Girl". Their last release, "The Gangnam Avenue", was released in 2014.[99]

A.S. Red & Blue

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A.S. Red & Blue were special unit groups decided by fan voting.[100][101]The line-ups were finalized on July 11, 2011.[102]A.S. Red consisted of Kahi, Jungah, Uee and Nana, while A.S. Blue consisted of Jooyeon, Raina, Lizzy, and E-Young. Two single albums were released on July 20, 2011. TheRedsingle album had two songs, "In The Night Sky" (밤 하늘에Bam Haneure) and "Hollywood", and theBluesingle album also had two songs, "Wonder Boy" and "Lady".NU'ESTandSeventeen'sS.Coups served as back-up dancers for the "Wonder Boy" music video and during live performances on stage.

Endorsements

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In 2009, After School were the endorsement models for brands such as Samsung and Adidas,[103]collaborating with label-mateSon Dam-bifor Samsung's Amoled.[104][unreliable source?]On June 29, 2011, After School became the models for The Saem Cosmetics alongside popular starLee Seung Gi.[105][unreliable source?]In September 2011, they became endorsement models forLandrover Shoes[106]with members Kahi, Juyeon, Uee and Nana releasing a commercial film for the brand.[107]In August 2011, After School collaborated withHello Kittyfor the release of their Japanese debut single "Bang!",[108]and again in 2012 for their first Japanese album,Playgirlz.They were also models forShibuya109,starring in a Christmas campaign commercial where large banners featuring festive-themed photos of After School measuring 21 meters by 9 meters were plastered onto and inside the Shibuya 109 building.[109][110][unreliable source?]

In January 2012, After School was chosen as the endorsement models forSamantha Thavasa.[111]In April 2012, the group also became models for deodorant brand Rexena.[112][unreliable source?]They were also chosen as representatives for the Japanese food company Hanryuen[113][unreliable source?]and fashion brand CECIL McBEE.[114]In February 2013, After School and label-mate Son Dam-bi became the new faces of the women's SPA (Specialty Private Apparel) brandMixxo,[115][116]and continued their collaboration with the brand in 2014.[117][unreliable source?]They were the endorsement models for Mixxo in the Korean, Chinese, and Japanese markets.[118][unreliable source?]

Discography

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Main article:After School discography
See also:List of songs recorded by After School

Filmography

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Reality shows
  • 2009:MTV Diary of After School
  • 2010:Playgirlz School
  • 2013–2014:After School's Beauty Bible
  • 2014–2015:After School's Beauty Bible 2014 F/W
Dramas
Movies
DVD
  • 2013: Afterschool First Japan Tour 2012 -Playgirlz- DVD
Radio
  • 2012–2014: Afterschool Playgirlz Radio ~ 1st Japan Radio Show

Tours and concerts

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Headlining
  • 2012:Playgirlz 1st Japan Tour "PlayGirlz"
  • 2014:Playgirlz 2nd Japan Tour "Dress to Shine"
Supporting

Awards and nominations

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The name of the award ceremony, year presented, award category, nominee(s) and the result of the award
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee / work Result Ref.
Asia Model Awards 2014 Popularity Award After School Won
Billboard Japan Music Awards 2010 K-Pop New Artist of the Year 2009 Won [119]
Cyworld Digital Music Awards 2009 Rookie of the Month – April "Diva" Won [2]
Golden Disk Awards 2012 Disk Daesang Virgin Nominated [120][unreliable source?]
Disk Bonsang Nominated [120]
Popularity Award After School Nominated [120]
2013 Single Album Award "Flashback" Nominated
Popularity Award After School Nominated
Korea International Awards 2011 International Artist of the Year Nominated [121][unreliable source?]
Top 5 International Artists Won
Best J-Pop Artist Nominated
Top 5 J-Pop Artists Nominated
Best K-Pop Music Nominated
Top 5 K-Pop Music Nominated
Best Female Group Nominated
Top 5 Female Groups Won
Most Popular Nominated
Korea Lifestyle Awards 2009 Best Style Icon Won
Korean Culture Entertainment Awards 2011 Korea Entertainment News Award Won
2012 Best Female Singer Nominated
Korean Visual Arts Festival 2010 Photogenic Award Orange Caramel Won
Melon Music Awards 2009 Bonsang Award After School Nominated
Star Award Nominated
2010 Music Video of the Year "Bang!" Nominated
2011 Bonsang Award After School Nominated
Mnet Asian Music Awards 2009 Best New Female Artists "Diva" Nominated [122]
MTV Video Music Awards Japan 2012 Best Collaboration Video "Make it Happen"(withNamie Amuro) Won [40]
Seoul Music Awards 2010 Best Newcomer Award After School Won [35]
2012 Bonsang Award Orange Caramel Nominated [123][unreliable source?]
Popularity Award Nominated [123]
2013 Bonsang Award "Flashback" Nominated
Popularity Award Nominated
Bonsang Award "Lipstick" Nominated
Popularity Award Nominated
2014 Bonsang Award "First Love" Nominated
Popularity Award Nominated
SBS MTV Best of the Best 2012 Best Comic Video "Lipstick" Won
Best Rival(vsSecret) Orange Caramel Nominated
Yahoo! Asia Buzz Awards 2009 Top Buzz Star: Female Singer Category After School Nominated

State honors

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Name of country, year given, and name of honor
Country Year Honor Ref.
South Korea[note 1] 2011 Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendation [127]

Notes

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  1. ^The Gaon Chart was not established until 2010, however by viewing the monthly chart of January 2010, "Because of You" is ranked 30 (down 29), indicating that it was the number 1 song of December 2009.[3]
  1. ^Honors are given at theKorean Popular Culture and Arts Awards,arranged by theKorea Creative Content Agencyand hosted by theMinistry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.[124][125]They are awarded to those who have contributed to the arts and South Korea's pop culture.[126]

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