Le Sserafim: Everything we know about K-pop girl group behind 'Anti-fragile'

2023-05-15 19:25

Their breakthrough hit, 'Anti-fragile,' showcased their unique musical style and solidified their position in the K-pop scene

Le Sserafim have proven to be an unstoppable force since their debut in 2022, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide with its fearless attitude and captivating performances. Their breakthrough hit, 'Anti-fragile,' showcased their unique musical style and solidified their position in the K-pop scene. The group's popularity is undeniable, boasting an impressive online presence with 1.2 million followers on Twitter, 4.8 million followers on Instagram, and a staggering 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify.

Continuing their ascent to stardom, Le Sserafim recently released their highly-anticipated first studio album, 'Unforgiven', on May 1. This remarkable release features a mesmerizing title track - a collaboration with legendary four-time Grammy-winning guitarist and producer Nile Rodgers. With their groundbreaking achievements and bold musical choices, Le Sserafim is undoubtedly a K-pop girl group to watch out for in the coming years.

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Le Sserafim and its members

Le Sserafim is a five-member girl group founded by Source Music, a division of HYBE Corporation. Their debut EP, 'Fearless', was a huge hit, ruling the iTunes Top Albums charts in 13 different countries. Following their previous success, their second EP, 'Antifragile', debuted at No 14 on the renowned Billboard 200 chart and No 3 on the Billboard Top Albums Sales chart.

Le Sserafim's accomplishments go past chart achievement, as they received respected awards and honors. At the 2022 Mama Awards, they were named Favourite New Artist, Rookie of the Year at the 2022 Asia Artist Awards, 2023 Golden Disc Awards, and Seoul Music Awards.

Members

1. Chaewon (Full name: Kim Chaewon): She was born on August 1, 2000, in Seoul, South Korea.

2. Sakura (Full name: Miyawaki Sakura): She was born on March 19, 1998, in Kagoshima City, Japan.

3. Yunjin (Full name: Huh Yunjin): She was born on October 8, 2001, in Seoul, South Korea.

4. Kazuha (Full name: Nakamura Kazuha): She was born on August 9, 2003, in Kochi, Japan.

5. Eunchae (Full name: Hong Eunchae): She was born on November 10, 2006, in Miryang, South Korea.

The meaning behind Le Sserafim and their fandom Fearnot

Le Sserafim is not only a captivating name but also an anagram of the empowering phrase "I'm Fearless." This phrase embodies the group's unwavering determination to forge ahead fearlessly in the face of the world's challenges. It reflects their boldness and resilience as they make their mark in the music industry.

The dedicated fandom of Le Sserafim is known as Fearnot. This fandom name holds a special significance as it serves as a homonym for "blooming" in Korean. It symbolizes the blossoming support and love that the fans have for the group.

Le Sserafim's Debut Studio Album: 'Unforgiven'

Le Sserafim's debut studio album, 'Unforgiven', features 13 tracks, including the title single with Nile Rodgers. The album boasts a hip-hop and funk rhythm and includes remixed versions of their popular tracks like 'Fearless' and 'Blue Flame'. The album reached a career-high of 1.38 million pre-orders, showing the group's increasing popularity.

The title track, 'Unforgiven', features a sample from the main theme song of the 1966 Western film 'The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly'. At the album's media showcase, group leader Chaewon stated that the album's message is "our determination to walk down the path we believe is right, without seeking forgiveness from anyone."