1) LOONA, sometimes styl… Read Full Bio ↴Multiple Artists exist with the name Loona:
1) LOONA, sometimes stylized as LOOΠΔ (Hangul: 이달의 소녀; lit. Girl of the Month) is a 12 membered South Korean girl group formerly under BlockBerryCreative, a subsidiary of Polaris Entertainment. The group is currently on hiatus as a result of all 12 members winning their contract termination lawsuits, and all (aside from Yves and Chuu who are pursuing a solo career) have spread across four different companies at the time of writing this.
Each individual member released a single album up until the group's official debut. A new member was introduced each month. Prior to debuting, the members also promoted in sub-units, each with their own defined concept.
On August 7, 2018, after an eighteen-month-long project to introduce the individual members, BlockBerryCreative released "favOriTe" as a pre-release to their upcoming debut album. A week later, on August 15, the tracklist for the album was released and the album was scheduled for August 20. The album was released as [+ +] and the title track chosen for the mini was "Hi High". The mini was positively received, selling over 50,000 copies, the second-best-selling album by a debuting girl group that year, and debuting at #2 on the Gaon Album Chart.
On the 25th of November, 2022, member Chuu was removed.
On the 13th of January, 2023, members Jin Soul, Kim Lip, Hee Jin and Choerry won a lawsuit against their agency BlockBerry Creative to terminate their exclusive contract.
On the 10th of May, 2023 members Vivi and Hyun Jin have also won a lawsuit against their agency BlockBerry Creative to terminate their contract.
On the 16th of June, 2023, members Ha Seul, Yeo Jin Yves, Go Won and Hye Ju (formerly known as Olivia Hye) won their cases for contract termination. All 12 members have officially left BlockBerry Creative.
On the 12th of July, members Kim Lip, Jinsoul, and Choerry officially had their first comeback as the sub-unit ODD EYE CIRCLE, their redebut being managed by their new company MODHAUS.
On September 15, 2023, members Hyun Jin, Vivi, Yeo Jin, Gowon, and Hye Ju debuted as Loossemble (Korean: 루셈블) under CTD E&M. They released their debut, self-titled EP Loossemble with the title track Sensitive.
On October 18, 2023, Chuu made her solo debut with her first EP Howl with the title track Howl.
On October 31, 2023, Heejin made her solo debut with her first EP
Overview of the sub-units and members respectively:
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01. Heejin (희진): born in October 2000. Introduced in October 2016. Her animal is a rabbit and her colour is bright pink. Currently under MODHAUS.
02. Hyunjin (현진): born in November 2000. Introduced in November 2016. Her animal is a cat and her colour is yellow. She re-debuted in Loossemble . Currently under CTDE&M.
03. Haseul (하슬): born in August 1997. Introduced in December 2016. Her animal is a white bird and her colour is green. She is the leader of the unit as well as the entire group. She is currently under MODHAUS.
04. Yeojin (여진): born in November 2002. Introduced in January 2017. Her animal is a frog and her colour is orange. Represents the slash in 1/3. She re-debuted in Loossemble. She is currently under CTDE&M.
05. ViVi (비비): born in December 1996. She is the only foreign member, coming from Hong Kong. Introduced in February 2017, but her representing month is April, due to her single being released during that month. Her animal is a deer and her colour is pastel rose. She re-debuted in Loossemble. She is currently under CTDE&M.
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06. Kim Lip (김립): born in February 1999. Introduced in May 2017. Her animal is an owl and her colour is red. She is the unit's leader. She is currently under MODHAUS.
07. Jinsoul (진솔): born in June 1997. Introduced in June 2017. Her animal is a blue betta and her colour is blue. She is currently under MODHAUS.
08. Choerry (최리): born in June 2001. Introduced in July 2017. Her animal is a fruit bat and her colour is purple. She is currently under MODHAUS.
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09. Yves (이브): born in May 1997. Introduced in November 2017. Her animal is a swan and her colour is burgundy. She is the unit's leader. She is currently Paix Per Mil.
10. Chuu (츄): born in October 1999. Introduced in December 2017. Her animal is a penguin and her colour is peach. She is currently under ATRP.
11. Go Won (고원): born in November 2000. Introduced in January 2018. Her animal is a butterfly and her colour is eden green. She re-debuted in Loossemble. She is currently under CTDE&M.
12. Hyeju (혜주): formerly known as Olivia Hye. Born in November 2001. Introduced in March 2018. Her animal is a wolf and her colour is black/grey. She re-debuted in Loossemble. She is currently under CTDE&M.
2) Marie-Jose van der Kolk (born 16 September 1973 in IJmuiden, Netherlands) also known by her stage names Loona and Charisma, is a singer, songwriter and dancer. She is most noted for her collaboration with DJ Sammy, performing as a duo under the stage name of DJ Sammy feat. Charisma. She is active from 1994–2005, 2008–present. She has a daughter, Saphira Maria (born February 10, 2005).
WOW
Loona Lyrics
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Hey
Make 'em go (wow, wow, wow, wow)
Ooh ooh (wow, wow, wow, wow) ah
길을 잃어버린 것 같아 오늘 밤
새로운 곳으로 너를 데려가 tonight
Come inside, 모두 다
감춰진 이곳을
너로 채워줄게 now
망설이지 말고 나를 따라와 that's right
모두 다 놀라게 wow
So girl
지금부터 시작해
Oh yeah girl
달이 떠오르잖아 now
Lighting up
네 맘 안에 set fire
곧 타올라 번져 더 붉게
마음껏 태워봐
세상을 깨부수고 wave
리듬에 맞춰 춤을 출 땐
여기가 내 무대 같애
온 세상에 소리칠 게
모두 wow wow wow 외쳐 say it
이건 wow wow wow 느껴지니
옳지 그렇게
널 보여줘
It's our time to shine (wow, wow)
Oh so what you gonna do?
우린 시작부터 이미
좀 다른 걸 wow 느껴지니 pow
Shake it, shake it up
And shake it, shake it off
겁내지 말고 그냥 나를 따라와
모두가 다 놀래
처음부터 넌 이미
지금처럼 계속 이 길을 걸어왔다고
그렇게 나답게 해
느껴져
내 안에 서 넌 higher
더 세게 널 던져 다 맡겨
마음껏 즐겨봐
세상을 깨부수고 wave
리듬에 맞춰 춤을 출 땐
여기가 내 무대 같애
온 세상에 소리칠 게
모두 wow wow wow 외쳐 say it
이건 wow wow wow 느껴지니
옳지 그렇게
널 보여줘
It's our time to shine
Ah 빛이 나는 (빛이 나는)
12개로 갈린 이 문 (이 문)
손을 마주 잡고 하나로
이제부터 시작되는
우리들만의 비밀이야 oh yeah
Wow wow wow wow
Wow wow wow
Wow wow wow wow (wow yeah yeah yeah)
세상을 깨부수고 wave
리듬에 맞춰 춤을 출 땐
여기가 내 무대 같애
(온 세상에) 온 세상에 소리칠 게
모두 wow wow wow 외쳐 say it
이건 wow wow wow 느껴지니
옳지 그렇게
날 따라와
It's our time to shine
Wow wow
외쳐봐 say it
Wow wow
느껴봐 feel it
The lyrics of Loona's song WOW is about the experience of discovering new places and experiencing new things that bring excitement and joy into our lives. The song encourages people to let go of their inhibitions, be confident, and have fun without worrying about the opinions of others. The opening lyrics are about feeling lost but then being taken to a new place and being invited inside. The chorus encourages dancers to move to the rhythm and make the world "wow" with their moves. The lyrics repeatedly say "It's our time to shine," making it clear that the song's message is about being confident and showing the world what one is capable of.
The verses continue to encourage people to let go of their fears and enjoy the moment, saying "don't be scared, just follow me" and telling listeners that they have already been walking this path all along, which suggests that taking risks and enjoying the moment is part of everyone's journey. The lyrics use the idea of "setting fire" to represent feeling passionate and energized about life, while the line "we're already a little different" affirms individuality and encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness. The song ends with a promise of exclusivity and secrecy among the dancers: "We are the only ones with this secret." Overall, the message of the song is about enjoying the moment, being confident, and valuing one's individuality.
Line by Line Meaning
Woo!
Exclamation of excitement and energy.
Hey
Informal greeting.
Make 'em go (wow, wow, wow, wow)
Implying the intention to impress someone, making them shout in amazement.
Ooh ooh (wow, wow, wow, wow) ah
An expression of excitement and enjoyment.
Feels like I've lost my way tonight
Feeling lost or uncertain about direction or purpose.
Taking you to a new place tonight
Bringing someone to a new and exciting situation or experience.
Come inside, everyone
Inviting everyone to join in the fun or experience.
I'll fill this hidden place with you now
Wanting to share and experience this hidden or secret place with someone special.
Don't hesitate, follow me, that's right
Encouraging someone to be bold and take a chance on following you.
Everyone will be surprised, wow
Expecting to surprise and impress everyone with what's to come.
So girl, we're starting now
Starting something new and exciting with someone special.
Oh yeah girl, the moon is rising now
Noticing the change in time and atmosphere, creating a special and romantic mood.
Lighting up, setting fire in your heart
Warming someone's heart and creating passion or excitement within them.
Soon it will spread and turn red
Expecting this passion and excitement to grow and intensify.
Burn it up to your heart's content
Encouraging someone to fully embrace and enjoy this passion and excitement.
Breaking down the world and waving
Shifting and shaking things up, creating waves of change and excitement.
Dancing to the rhythm, it feels like my stage
Being in the moment and feeling confident and in control.
We'll shout to the whole world
Announcing something important and remarkable to everyone.
Everyone say wow, wow, wow
Expecting and encouraging everyone to react with surprise and amazement.
Do you feel it? This is wow, wow, wow
Asking if everyone is feeling the same excitement and amazement.
Show yourself right, yeah
Encouraging someone to be confident and true to themselves.
It's our time to shine (wow, wow)
Feeling like it's the perfect moment to show oneself and have everyone's attention.
Oh so what you gonna do?
Asking what someone wants or will do in this exciting and upbeat situation.
From the beginning, we've been a little different
Being unique and standing out from the start.
Do you feel that wow, pow?
Asking if someone is feeling the same excitement and energy.
Shake it, shake it up and shake it, shake it off
Encouraging someone to fully embrace and enjoy the excitement and energy.
Don't be afraid, just follow me
Reassuring someone to take a chance and follow your lead without fear or hesitation.
Everyone will be surprised from the start, you've already
Being confident and unique from the start, ready for everyone's attention and surprise.
Continuing to walk this path as yourself
Being confident and true to oneself.
It feels in me, you're higher
Feeling a strong connection with someone intimate.
Throwing you harder and leaving it all to you
Fully trusting and entrusting someone special with everything.
Enjoy it to your heart's content
Encouraging someone to fully enjoy and embrace the moment.
Breaking down the world and waving
Creating waves of excitement and change.
Dancing to the rhythm, it feels like my stage
Feeling in control and enjoying the moment.
We'll shout to the whole world
Making a statement and announcing something important and remarkable to everyone.
Everyone say wow, wow, wow
Expecting and encouraging everyone to react with surprise and amazement.
Do you feel it? This is wow, wow, wow
Asking if everyone is feeling the same excitement and amazement.
Show yourself right, yeah
Encouraging someone to be true to themselves.
It's our time to shine
Feeling like this is a special and defining moment to shine and have everyone's attention.
Say wow, wow
Encouraging everyone to react with amazement.
Feel it
Encouraging everyone to feel and embrace the excitement and energy.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Youha, Alyssa Ichinose, Anna Linnea Timgren, Harold Francois Henri Philippon, Ryan Sewon Jhun
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