Tahiti (group) explained

Tahiti
Landscape:yes
Origin:South Korea
Genre:K-pop
Years Active:
Past Members:
  • EJ
  • Keezy
  • Ye Eun
  • Jung Bin
  • Jin
  • Jisoo
  • Miso
  • Min Jae
  • Jerry
  • Ari

Tahiti (; stylized in all caps) was a South Korean four-member girl group formed by Dream Star Entertainment in 2012. The group debuted on July 23, 2012, with the single "Tonight". Their fanclub name is "Black Pearl". Tahiti officially disbanded on July 25, 2018.

History

Pre-debut

Prior to debuting, Tahiti launched a sitcom-style reality program called Ta-Dah! It's Tahiti with their original line-up. The show began broadcasting on April 14, 2012[1] and was picked up by television stations in South Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Singapore.

Following the ending of Ta-Dah! It's Tahiti, it was announced that Ari and Hanhee had left the group and would be replaced by Ye Eun and Keezy.[2]

2012: Debut, line-up change, Hasta Luego and Pretty Face

On July 23, 2012, Tahiti released their debut single "Tonight".[3] Promotions for the single began on July 25, 2012, on Show Champion.

In October, Tahiti unveiled teaser videos and images of their upcoming single "Hasta Luego", which revealed that Ye Eun, Keezy, and EJ were no longer with the group. The three members were replaced with Jinhee, Miso, and Ari, the latter of which had left the group prior to their debut. Ye Eun and Keezy redebuted in 2015 as the R&B duo "Verry", under the names Sina and Soma, respectively. Keezy has also released a solo album entitled "Somablu".On October 31, 2012, the group released the single "Hasta Luego",[4] which was followed up with the release of "Pretty Face" on December 2, 2012.[5]

2013: Promotions in Philippines, Five Beats of Hearts and Jin's absence

On January 19, 2013, Tahiti performed at the SM Mall of Asia Open Grounds in the Philippines, where they performed with Girls' Generation, Exo, U-KISS, Infinite and Tasty. This concert marked Tahiti's first time performing overseas. Tahiti also appeared on Philippine Late night show Gandang Gabi Vice as Guest. They also appeared on Philippine music show ASAP and TV show It's Showtime.[6]

On March 11, 2013, Tahiti released the OST track "Don't Know, Don't Know" for the South Korean television series You Are the Best!,[7] where they also made a cameo appearance.[8]

Only July 23, 2013, Tahiti celebrated their one-year anniversary and upcoming mini-album release by holding a showcase.[9] The group released their first mini-album, Five Beats of Hearts, with the accompanying music video to "Love Sick", on July 25, 2013.[10] Jin did not participate in the music video or live performances of "Love Sick" due to the sexual nature of concept as she was a minor.

2014: Line-up changes and "Oppa, You're Mine"

Dream Star Entertainment announced on June 4, 2014, that Jungbin would not be participating in Tahiti's upcoming promotions due to health issues. The company did not confirm if her absence will be temporary or permanent.[11]

On June 10, 2014, Tahiti announced the release of their third single "Oppa, You're Mine" through a music video teaser. The teaser showcased a new member to the group, Jerry.[12] The music video was released the following day.

2015: Fall Into Temptation, Japanese debut and "Skip"

On January 4, 2015, Tahiti announced the release of the second mini album "Fall Into Temptation" through a teaser clip.[13] Jungbin and Jin did not participate in this comeback either, and their official Twitter accounts were inactive, leading fans to presume that they had left the group, although the company never made a formal statement regarding the matter. On March 12, Tahiti released their first mini album in Japan.[14]

On November 8, 2015,Tahiti made a comeback with a "cute" concept in their 4th single "Skip".[15]

2016–2018: Last activities, Jisoo's departure and disbandment

On May 23, 2016, they released their 5th single "I Want To Know Your Mind" (알쏭달쏭).[16]

On March 16, 2017, Jisoo revealed she had been diagnosed with depression and a panic disorder[17] and on December 8 of the same year, announced she was leaving the group.[18] [19]

On July 25, 2018, it was announced by member Jerry that Tahiti had disbanded.[20] [21]

Members

Former members

Timeline

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Discography

Extended plays

TitleAlbum detailsPeak chart
positions
Sales
KOR
[22]
Five Beats of Hearts 10
Fall Into Temptation
  • Released: January 13, 2015
  • Label: Dream Star Entertainment
  • Format: CD, digital download
9
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region.

Singles

TitleYearPeak chart positionsSalesAlbum
KOR
[26]
KOR
Hot 100

[27]
"Tonight"2012102Five Beats of Hearts
"Hasta Luego"198
"Love Sick"20137056
"Oppa, You're Mine" (오빤 내꺼)2014110Fall Into Temptation
"Phone Number"2015
"Skip"282 Skip
"I Want To Know Your Mind" (알쏭달쏭)2016371 S-The Secret
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region.

Original Soundtracks

TitleYearPeak chart positionsSalesAlbum
KOR
KOR
Hot 100

"Do not know" (몰라몰라)2013You Are the Best! OST
"It'll be great." (참 좋을거야)2015Way To Go, Rose OST
"My Prince"2016The Dearest Lady OST
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Rookie girl group TAHITI to debut with their own reality show, 'Ta-dah! It's TAHITI' . Allkpop. April 8, 2012 . March 3, 2016.
  2. http://mounttohi.tumblr.com/post/27607667281/news-hints-to-ari-and-hanhees-future [NEWS] Hints to Ari and Hanhee's Future Activities?
  3. Web site: TAHITI releases music video for debut track "Tonight" . Allkpop. July 23, 2012 . July 23, 2012.
  4. Web site: TAHITI releases MV for "Hasta Luego". Allkpop. October 31, 2012 . October 31, 2012.
  5. Web site: TAHITI releases music video for "Pretty Face". Allkpop. March 12, 2012 . December 3, 2012.
  6. Web site: Tahiti to perform at their first overseas concert. Allkpop. January 17, 2013 . January 17, 2013.
  7. Web site: TAHITI lends their voices for 'You're the Best Lee Soon Shin' OST. Allkpop. March 11, 2013 . March 11, 2013.
  8. Web site: TAHITI pick on IU through their cameo roles on 'You're The Best Lee Soon Shin'. Allkpop. May 7, 2013 . May 7, 2013.
  9. Web site: TAHITI spill tears at their 1st mini album and 1st anniversary showcase. Allkpop. July 24, 2013 . July 24, 2013.
  10. Web site: The ladies of TAHITI are 'Love Sick' in their new MV + mini album. Allkpop. July 25, 2013 . July 25, 2013.
  11. Web site: Jungbin unable to join TAHITI's upcoming June comeback due to health issues + new member to be added. Allkpop. June 4, 2014 . June 12, 2014.
  12. Web site: TAHITI introduces new member Jerry in teaser for 'Oppa, You're Mine'. Allkpop. June 10, 2014 . June 12, 2014.
  13. Web site: TAHITI to come back with 2nd mini album + super sexy teaser clip. Allkpop. January 4, 2015 . January 4, 2015.
  14. Web site: Tahiti (Korea)/Tahiti Japan 1st mini Album-Phone Number [CD+DVD]<初回限定盤A> - TOWER RECORDS ONLINE.
  15. Web site: TAHITI make your heart 'Skip' with cute dance moves in full MV!. April 23, 2018.
  16. Web site: (ShowChampion EP.188) TAHITI - I want to know your mind. May 25, 2016. YouTube. April 23, 2018.
  17. Web site: [단독]타히티 지수, 우울증·공황장애 진단…영화 출연 불발도.
  18. Web site: TAHITI's Jisoo Announces That She's Leaving The Girl Group. Soompi. December 8, 2017. March 7, 2019.
  19. Web site: [전문] 타히티 지수, 팀 탈퇴 "최근 힘든 나날…팬들에 고맙고 미안".
  20. Web site: TAHITI's Jerry Announces Group's Disbandmen. Soompi. July 25, 2018. March 7, 2019.
  21. Web site: [종합] 타히티, 6년만에 계약해지→해체…소속사 대표 "지수는 연락안돼"]. ko. X Sports News. July 26, 2018. July 27, 2018.
  22. Web site: Gaon Album Chart - Weekly . . Korea Music Content Industry Association . February 23, 2014 . ko.
  23. Web site: Gaon Album Chart - 2013년 7월 (July 2013) . . Korea Music Content Industry Association . April 13, 2014 . ko . https://web.archive.org/web/20131212104251/http://gaonchart.co.kr/digital_chart/album.php?nationGbn=T&current_month=07&current_year=2013&chart_Time=month . December 12, 2013.
  24. Web site: Circle Chart . ko:2015년 01월 Album Chart . . Korea Music Content Industry Association . February 13, 2015 . ko . https://web.archive.org/web/20150214005651/http://gaonchart.co.kr/main/section/chart/album.gaon?nationGbn=T&serviceGbn=&targetTime=01&hitYear=2015&termGbn=month . February 14, 2015 . live.
  25. Web site: Asia Numbers . May 26, 2016 . September 24, 2016 . https://web.archive.org/web/20160924144635/http://asianumbers.galeon.com/TAHITI.html . dead .
  26. Web site: Gaon Digital Chart . . Korea Music Content Industry Association . February 13, 2015 . ko.
  27. Web site: Korea K-Pop Hot 100 Music Chart . August 18, 2012. Billboard. September 30, 2012.
  28. Web site: Tahiti release single album 'SKIP'!. Gaon Chart. 2018-04-11.
  29. Web site: 국내 대표 음악 차트 가온차트!. Gaon Chart. 2016-07-07.