Biography
TWICE is a South Korean girl group under JYP Entertainment, consisting of nine talented members. The group was formed through the girl-group survival show Sixteen and officially debuted on October 20, 2015. Their first EP, The Story Begins, featured the hit title track "Like OOH-AHH".
In 2016, TWICE achieved great success with their single "Cheer Up", which topped the Gaon Digital Chart and became the best-performing single of the year. They also became the first Korean girl group to earn the Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). Some members of TWICE are from Taiwan and Japan, showing the group's aim to target the international market, particularly in Japan and China.
The meaning behind TWICE's name, as explained by J.Y. Park, signifies that the group will touch people's hearts twice, once through the ears and once again through the eyes. The group aims to have a natural and friendly feel, with edgy and charismatic images. TWICE's popularity skyrocketed when South Korean President Moon Jae-in used their song "Cheer Up" as his campaign jingle during the 2017 elections.
In 2017, TWICE ranked third overall and first among recording artists in Forbes Korea Power Celebrity. They also received the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendation at the Korean Popular Culture and Arts Awards. The following year, TWICE won their third consecutive MAMA Song of the Year award with "What Is Love?", making them the first group to achieve this feat.
With their catchy songs, energetic performances, and charming personalities, TWICE has become one of the most successful girl groups in the K-pop industry. Their global appeal and massive fanbase continue to grow, solidifying their status as one of the leading girl groups in the world.
