YG Entertainment's Baby Monster, the First New Girl Group in 7 Years Since Blackpink, to Officially Debut on April 1st

YG's rookie girl group Baby Monster will officially debut on April 1st.

Yang Hyun-suk, the overall producer, personally introduced their first mini album 'BABYMONS7ER' and

promised active promotions as a 7-member group for global fans who have been waiting.

The most anticipated title track is the second track 'SHEESH'. It's a hip-hop genre with a darker concept.

Yang Hyun-suk confidently stated, "The chorus is so powerful that I think many people will try to imitate it. The choreography is very fun and addictive, so you can look forward to it."

The third track features 'LIKE THAT', which was produced by world-renowned pop star Charlie Puth.

Previously, Ahyeon covered 'Dangerously' and received rave reviews from Charlie Puth and global fans.

Yang Hyun-suk revealed, "Both the members and I received a great gift from an artist we all love. I believe everyone will really enjoy listening to it."

In addition, the first track 'MONSTERS (Intro)' embodies their ambition to expand globally.

'Stuck In The Middle (7 Ver.)' and 'BATTER UP (7 Ver.)' are even more special with the entire group participating.

The album also includes 'DREAM,' which concluded the debut reality show, and 'Stuck In The Middle (Remix),' which has been given a lively arrangement.

Debut Date: April 1, 2024

Album: First mini album BABYMONS7ER

Members: 7 members (3 Korean, 2 Japanese, 2 Thai)

Ahyeon (AHYEON)

Real Name: Jung Ahyeon

Born: April 11, 2007, Chuncheon, Gangwon-do

Nationality: Korean

Position: Main Vocalist, Rapper

Currently, among the Baby Monster members, she has the widest vocal range with a balanced vocal and rap ability.

She can speak three languages: Korean, English, and Chinese. She gives off a similar vibe to Blackpink's Jennie.

Rami (RAMI)

Real Name: Shin Haram

Born: October 17, 2007, Seoul

Nationality: Korean

Position: Vocalist

Her delicate vocal expressiveness is impressive, considering her young age of 15.

She is a Korean member who carries on the YG traditional vocal lineage and is known to have creative talent.

Many people say she sounds like a mix of Blackpink's Rosé and Jisoo.

She changed her stage name from Haram to Rami.

Ruka (RUKA)

Real Name: Kawari Ruka

Born: March 20, 2002, Tsushima City, Nagasaki Prefecture

Nationality: Japanese

Position: Rapper

She is known to be the member who has trained in dance the longest among the Baby Monster members.

Her unique rap style is expected to garner a lot of love.

Asa (ASA)

Real Name: Enami Asa

Born: April 17, 2006, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture

Nationality: Japanese

Position: Rapper

She has a good balance of rap and vocal abilities and is known for her perfectionist personality. She is also proficient in Korean.

Rora (RORA)

Real Name: Lee Da-in

Born: August 14, 2008, Gangneung

Nationality: Korean

Position: Vocalist

She was previously a member of NewJeans's Haein and the kid idol group, U-So Girl, under Kids Planet.

After concluding her activities with the kid idol group, she continued her YG trainee life.

Yang Hyun-suk said he named her stage name, hoping she would grow into a beautiful singer like the aurora.

Chiquita (CHIQUITA)

Real Name: Lilitcha Pondechapipat

Born: February 17, 2009, Chiang Rai Province

Nationality: Thai

Position: Vocalist

Chiquita, a Thai member who has been a trainee for two years, possesses a clean vocal tone.

She has gained a lot of attention for resembling Blackpink's Lisa and being a mood maker.

Pharita (PHARITA)

Real Name: Pharita Boonpakdithawichaiyot

Born: August 26, 2005, Rayong Province

Nationality: Thai

Position: Vocalist

She is expected to take on the role of main vocalist, and her high notes exhibit excellent breath control and impact.

She passed the YG trainee audition in 2020 with a 1,226:1 competition ratio.

Yang Hyun-suk introduced her as having unique visuals and physique, describing her as looking like a Disney cartoon character, rather than a human.