140720 T-ara”s Qri shows off her sexy back?

T-ara”s Qri teases fans with her sexy back?
She updated her Twitter with a photo, she wrote, “hello, i like this clothes”.
Fans were surprised to see Qri in bikini, after having a clearer view of the photo fans realized that Qri was just wearing an outfit with unique design.
What do you think of the outfit?

140718 T-ara”s Jiyeon talks about beating out Suzy and YoonA in a beauty ranking survey

With T-ara”s Jiyeon as the guest on the July 17 installment of KBS 2TV“s “Happy Together 3,” the MCs brought up the fact that they heard Jiyeon came out on top in a beauty ranking amongst the idols.

Comedian Kim Shin Young stated that she heard first place was Suzy, second YoonA, and then third was Jiyeon to which the T-ara member replied, “I was number one!” in a thick voice that surprised the other MCs and caused teasing. Laughing, Jiyeon apologized jokingly, “Sorry. It was so sudden because I felt wronged.”

She explained with pride that a cable program did a survey in which she came out in first place, Suzy in second, and YoonA in third. MC Yoo Jae Suk teased her for remembering the list.

140716 Hyomin’s “Nice Body” Is A Misogynistic Mess

T-ara has struggled for relevancy ever since the Great Bullying Scandal of 2012. Attempts have included domestic and foreign comebacks, two subunits, and now, a couple of solo debuts. The first, Jiyeon‘s Never Ever, was fairly well-received. It was a high-quality EP, with top tier production work, a clear effort to make Jiyeon the soloist separate from T-ara, and a great deal of respect shown for a subject that the ROK doesn’t have the best history with: mental illness. Now, it’s Hyomin‘s turn with “Nice Body”.

“Nice Body” has the same care shown to two-thirds of it. Though Hyomin is by no means a powerhouse vocalist, she sounds pleasant. The R&B instrumentals both complement her light vocal tone and higher range, whilst staying away from T-ara’s signature dance-pop and the darker tone used by her groupmate. The last element, though, is not so successful.

“Nice Body” is a song about the attractiveness of a female body sung by a woman. The expectation of many fans was that “Nice Body” would be a confidence song, something to tell young ladies that they don’t need to fit unrealistic beauty standards. Instead, “Nice Body” makes it clear that the only thing of value a woman has to offer is her body.

This is one of the most disgustingly misogynistic songs I have ever heard. It is made painfully clear that Hyomin does not think she has a nice body because she likes her body; Hyomin has a nice body because men like her body. And that one thing about her is the only reason she’s happy, or has a modicum of self-confidence. She had to diet, work out, and possibly go under the knife just to like herself.

Featured rapper Loco’s verse just drives the point home even more. After all, nothing says “You have no worth outside your appearance” quite like having a somewhat schlubby guy lust after a knockout, and fully expect to get her. This isn’t a jab against Loco; if he’s happy with how he looks, more power to him. The issue is that he’s allowed to have these high physical standards, but she’s not. If Hyomin held men to the same standards they held her to, she’d be written off as a shallow bitch.

This song is abhorrent but, on its own, I honestly have no objection to it. Sure, it’s a smidge boring, but everyone has days where they feel pretty because other people think they’re pretty. I don’t have to like it, but I can admit that this is an accurate depiction of a facet of how adult women see themselves. In a vacuum, it’s fine. But the huge, overwhelming reason I loathe this song is that it’s not in a vacuum.

“Nice Body” is a pop song. It’s played on the radio. Hyomin promotes it on music shows. People are going to hear it even if they don’t seek it out. More specifically, young girls are going to hear it. They are starting to think of themselves as young ladies, and are going to start looking to the world around them to guide them in how they should act. “Nice Body” tells these girls that if they want to be happy, they need to be attractive and nothing more.

When you’re that young, you don’t really understand how the world works. Yes, in theory, a 14-year-old girl is going to understand that Hyomin is a professional singer who lives a very different life than her. But in reality, she’s too young to really get that Hyomin’s job is, quite literally, to be attractive. When that girl turns on Inkigayoand watches Hyomin perform “Nice Body”, she doesn’t see someone just doing her job.

Instead, she sees a woman, one who’s popular, and confident, and loved. That woman has everything an insecure 14-year-old could want, and she even says how she got it! If that girl wants to be as admired as that woman, she needs to study less and work out more, start a diet, maybe skip a few meals. After all, if being happy means having a nice body, then that’s what she needs to focus on. No one cares about her mind, anyway.

It’s been suggested that “Nice Body” is satire, an attempt to poke fun at South Korea’s overly high standards for women. It’s been pointed out that young girls are not the target audience. Neither of those things matters in the slightest. The MV plays this song straight. It’s three minutes of Hyomin looking stunning, and one minute of her in an offensive fat suit. And no young girl is going to hear this song and think, “I can ignore what she’s saying about female body image as I’m not the target audience of this song.”

The problem with “Nice Body” is that it takes one part of the complex issue of body image, and tells girls “This is all you are, and all you can ever be.” “Nice Body” gets0/5. To give this song a shred of approval would be a betrayal of my entire gender.

140714 T-ara’s Hyomin falls asleep while getting hair and make-up

Core Contents Media revealed a photo they secretly took of T-ara’s Hyomin while she was getting her hair and make-up done.

On the 13th of July, Core Contents Media revealed a cute photo of T-ara’s Hyomin falling asleep while receiving her hair and make-up before one of her promotional schedules.

The photo showed Hyomin in a deep sleep while receiving her hair and make-up, which may have resulted from her busy schedules of going back and forth between South Korea and Japan.

It was revealed that Hyomin had returned to South Korea on the 11th of July after finishing up a fan meeting in Osaka, Japan, to perform her recent release, “Nice Body” on KBS’s Music Bank.

Source: Osen

140714 T-ara’s Hyomin strikes a chic pose in Osaka

T-ara“s Hyomin showed off her fashionista side during a trip to Japan!

“In Osaka,” she posted to Twitter earlier today. Hyomin seems to be getting in touch with her chic urban side – her boots and chapeau is a perfect fit on the streets of the city!

Her freshly-cut hair for “Nice Body” promotions and the pair of sunglasses round out an excellent set of fashion decisions, complemented by the shoulder bag which adds a splash of light to an otherwise dark outfit.


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140711 T-ara’s Hyomin says that Jiyeon is no longer a girl + talk about each other’s strong points

Hyomin expressed that T-ara”s maknae Jiyeon is no longer a girl.

On the July 10th “girls girls girls” special of “M! Countdown“, Hyomin was asked to talk about her groupmate and fellow solo singer Jiyeon”s strong points. Hyomin said, “Jiyeon is the team”s maknae, but I think she”s come out of her girlish shell through her solo album. She”s becoming more of a woman. I think her age is her strong point,” adding jokingly, “I”m really envious of her young age. It”s something I can”t compete with.”

Jiyeon, who made her solo debut with “1MIN 1SEC“, also discussed Hyomin and her transformation into a solo singer for “Nice Body“. She said, “”It”s a lot different than the Hyomin of T-ara. I think if you watch her performance, you”ll definitely feel the difference.”

What kind of impression did Hyomin and Jiyeon”s solo debuts have on you?

140709 T-ARA Eunjung And Jiyeon Cheers On Hyomin With Her New Album

Girl group T-ARA Eunjung and Jiyeon cheered on Hyomin for her new single album.

T-ARA”s entertainment posted a picture of Eunjung and Jiyeon.

In the picture, Eunjung and Jiyeon are posing in front of a camera holding Hyomin”s new album, “Nice Body.” They are not wearing makeup and wearing their hats backward.

Hyomin recently had her first stage with her new song, “Nice Body.” Loko is featured in the song and it is produced by Brave Brothers.

In response, people said, “Eunjung and Jiyeon are nice to cheer on Hyomin,” “Hyomin Nice Body fighting!” and “Eunjung and Jiyeon are pretty even without makeup.”

140710 T-ARA Hyomin Shows Off Mint Green Fashion

T-ARA Hyomin showed a cute selfie.

On July 8, Hyomin posted on her Instagram, “Green Green, today is the show. Tomorrow is a fan meeting in Osaka! Coming back and forth.”

IN the picture, Hyomin is wearing a teal shorts with a light mint green jacket. She is making a slightly cringed facial expression, showing her cute face.

In response people said, “Hyomin is so pretty,” “Your mint jacket is so cute,” “Hyomin nice body.”

Hyomin is currently active with her new single, “Nice Body.”

140707 T-ara’s Hyomin Shared A Photo Along With LOCO Hyomin tranforme

T-ara”s Hyomin shared her photo along with LOCO.

On July 4th, T-ara”s Hyomin made her solo performance debut on KBS music show “Music Bank” and along with her excitement because of her solo debut she shared on Twitter along with the message “I will do my best. Please don”t miss my first solo debut performance.”

With her message to fans is a photo of herself looking sexy on her crop-top, blonde hair and shared this moment with rapper LOCO who gave his sweet smile. Hyomin tranformed into an enchantress with her looks. Wonder what will be if LOCO and Hyomin made a tandem on stage?

Netizens immediately reacted on what Hyomin”s shared on Twitter saying “Looking great together,” “I should not miss the performance,” and “Good luck.” Looks like netizens are waiting for Hyomin”s solo performance and what would you say if Hyomin and LOCO made a collaboration?

Hyomin made her first solo debut with her sexy song “NICE BODY”. Be sure to add Hyomin”s newest song on your playlist.

140707 T-ara Member Update: Hyomin Makes Her Solo Comeback + Jiyeon Continues With Her Solo Activities

On June 30th, T-ara”s Hyomin held a press conference for her solo debut album release; which the venue of the press conference was at Seoul”s JKB Tower.On the conference, Hyomin stated that she “gained the strength and encouragement to debut solo through the encouragement of members.”She further explained, “It”s my first time standing here alone.Jiyeon told me it”s very nerve-wracking, and indeed it is.I ate something to calm my nerves but I”m still very nervous.”

Hyomin goes on to say that her members were very supportive for her solo debut; which she said, “Jiyeon and other members were very encouraging.At first, when I was offered an opportunity to go solo, I felt bad toward the other members, and hesitated to share my solo song with them.But they approached me first and supported me.Jiyeon supported me, saying it would be very nerve-wracking.We promised each other that we would not be swayed by results but focus on showing our full potential on the stage.”

Hyomin”s new album was released on June 30th and she made her solo debut with a new style; which she cut her hair short.Her new single is titled, “Nice Body”; which she collaborated with Brave Brothers Loco.Hyomin”s single is a slow tempo hip-hop rhythm.Before the release of Hyomin”s new single, there were some people that believed her concept is similar to American singer Miley Cyrus.

One representative from Core Contents Media stated, “Hyomin will be returning with a new concept never seen before in T-ara or T-ara N4.”The rep. further said, “It”s a different charm from T-ara”s Jiyeon, who made her solo debut first, and it will be a song that suits the summer time.Look forward to Hyomin”s promotion.”

Hyomin”s new music video first begins with her portraying a dramatic overweight person; which she loses in an instant.Though, some people noticed that there were some similarities between Hyomin”s concept and Miley Cyrus.

On the forums”s for media outlet Allkpop, people has been commenting about her music video.”She reminds me of Miley Cyrus with that concept,” wrote XValentine.Another wrote, “Don’t get me wrong, Hyomin is my favorite from T-ara, but this style…”
“I also don”t like it,” agreed MCarpes on June 26th.”It seems a little bit vulgar.”
“I want to see the video before writing it off,” said TPOTOishere on YouTube.”I think because I immediately feel this “Miley” vibe it completely turns me off because I love K-pop but I am definitely not a fan of Miley.”

Other people commented about her wearing the fat suit.”I don”t like where this is going,” commented Mayagold10 under the music video teaser.”They didn”t have to make her be in a fat suit.I don’t” care for sexy concepts but this is mocking overweight people.”

With all negative comments regarding Hyomin”s new music video, her along with Jiyeon are gaining some attention in China because both their dance and music videos rank number one and two on the China Yin Yue Tai chart.

While Hyomin initiates promotion by showing her “Nice Body”, Jiyeon is now doing solo activities because she wrapped up promotions for her new single titled, “1Min 1Sec.”Now that she is done, on June 22nd, Jiyeon was at the recording of SBS MTV”s, “The Show: All About K-Pop.”. The reason is because she will be the MC for the show.This is not the first time Jiyeon was an MC as she was one for MBC”s “Music Core.”Including the recording, she posed for the magazine “Elle” as she showed a more “mature” side to her.

Jiyeon said, “It feels like just yesterday that I was shaking in nervous excitement, but I am always awaiting my final broadcast for “1MIN 1SEC” . . . I am really thankful for the great interest and support. . . I will also return to the stage as T-ara. . . Please show a lot of love for Hyomin unni”s solo song “NICE BODY” which will be released soon.”

On June 6th, Jiyeon held her first autograph signing event; which was held at the Lotte Cinema in Seoul”s Yongsan.Core Contents expressed Jiyeon”s excitement to her fans, “Jiyeon is excited to spend a meaningful time with fans, since this is her first official meeting with fans after her solo debut”.

Hyomin kicked off her promotions as she made her comeback on “M! Countdown” on Thursday (July 3rd).

140705 T-ARA to hold first fanmeeting in Vietnam

T-ARA are meeting their fans for the first time in Vietnam through a scheduled fanmeeting.

T-ara’s Vietnamese fans are going to be overwhelmed to see the girls on August 2 at Lan Ahn, Ho Chi Minh. Don’t be late and be there at 7:30PM so purchase your tickets immediately.

It would surely be a great time to interact with your favorite girl group! Don’t miss the chance to meet the girls! Be there!

140705 Hyomin celebrates her ‘Nice Body’ solo debut with ‘Invincible Youth’ cast

The panel of “Invicible Youth” gathered together to congratulate Hyomin“s solo debut with “Nice Body“!

Hyomin posted the photos onto her Twitter and wrote, “The “Invincible Youth” family gathered together for the first time in a really long while!! They gave me cake and cheered me on for my first solo debut… Today we talked about our memories, and today”s going to become a memory, too, right..?? I”m happy. Next time, I hope to see Tae Woo oppa and Shin Young unni andHyunA together as well~~♥“.

The photos show the “Invincible Youth” season 1 panel gathered to cheer Hyomin!Girls” Generation“s Sunny and Yuri, Brown Eyed Girls” Narsha, SECRET“sSunhwa, KARA“s Hara, and even staff came to support Hyomin. The only ones missing, as Hyomin said, were Kim Tae Woo, Kim Shin Young, and HyunA.

It”s nice to see them keep up their friendship even after the show has long ended!

정말 오랜만에 뭉친 청춘불패 식구들!! 첫 솔로데뷔 축하한다구 케이크에 응원까지해줬다… 추억얘기로 가득했던 오늘또한 추억이되겠지..?? 행복하다.다음엔 태우오빠 신영언니 현아두 같이보길~~♥ pic.twitter.com/xptGDkuuih

— Hyomin (@b89530) July 4, 2014

Tip: Ross

140701 T-ara’s Hyomin Dispels Rumors Regarding Her Alleged Plagiarism of Block B Zico’s Lyrics

T-ara member Hyomin, who recently made her solo debut with “Nice Body,” has spoken up about the controversy regarding her alleged plagiarism of Block B Zico’s lyrics, which was brought up in various online communities. Fans noticed that Hyomin’s self-written song had lyrics similar to Zico’s rap, raising questions of plagiarism.

On July 1, Hyomin posted on her Twitter, “In the beginning of the writing process, I got help from various people, including Taewoon (Zico’s brother). The part of the song in question was actually the part that Zico helped me with.”

“He was taking care in terms of revealing the part that he had helped me with, and I apologize for disappointing you by not telling you sooner. In creating this album, a lot of people helped me with so many things, and I am truly thankful.”

The part in question is a section of Hyomin’s song “Overcome,” which includes lyrics similar to those from Block B’s “Movie’s Over,” Zico’s “God Answered,” “Dead Leaves,” and “Brilliant.”

Zico said, “It’s true that she [Hyomin] said that she wanted to make an homage to a couple of my lines from my mixtape, and she asked for my permission beforehand. To the fans who love my music, I apologize for not notifying you earlier.”

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140701 Hyomin reveals she felt burdened by ‘Nice Body’ + how she prepared through exercise and diet

At the press conference for Hyomin”s first solo mini-album, “Nice Body“, in Samsung-dong, Seoul on June 30, the T-ara member told reporters that she had felt burdened by the title track and worked hard to get her body in shape for promotions.

“When I first heard the title track “Nice Body,” I felt really pressured,” she admitted. “Firstly, there are a lot of people with nice figures, and there was an emphasis on how I should portray this song. I did worry about the song and choreography, but I can”t leave out exercise and diet. I looked for a different method this time and wanted to try something I haven”t done before.”

She went into more detail: “I did crossfit exercises and diet side-by-side; the exercise is really hot nowadays. For one week, my muscles were sore to the point I lied in bed. They said I had to eat well, so I did and my body started getting bigger because of the muscles. I thought that might not match well with what I needed to express, so I also dieted at the same time.”

Hyomin also revealed to everybody”s surprise that she even did the lemon detox diet side-by-side and was reported to have lost 4 kg (~9 lbs.) from her 7-day lemon detox diet followed by a 5-day diet of a variety of healthy food.

Are you impressed with her “Nice Body”?

140701 Jiyeon perform ‘Trouble Maker’ on MTV The Show

T-ara’s Jiyeon shows off her sexiness with the special performance of ‘Trouble Maker’ on MTV The Show, enjoy her performance below:

140702 T-ara’s Hyomin responds to plagiarism allegations on Twitter

T-ara’s Hyomin clarifies plagiarism allegations surrounding her solo promotions.

On July 1st, Hyomin updated her Twitter account explaining how she got to work with Block B’s Zico and his brother, Taewoon. She reveals that the part of the rap lyrics in these recent allegations were the part that Zico assisted her with. She also apologised for not being able to reveal that Zico participated in her track and ended the update thanking the people whom she have collaborated with in her album.

The clarification was in reply to recent plagiarism accusations after netizens found out that Hyomin’s self-written track had lyrics similar to Zico’s mixtape.

Zico, on the other hand, confirmed Hyomin’s statement, stating that Hyomin asked for permission to borrow some lyrics from his mixtape and apologised to fans for not informing them earlier.

Hyomin started her solo promotions with the release of her mini-album “Nice Body” on June 30th.

Source: MyDaily

140702 T-ARA Hyomin And Jiyeon Solo Songs Rank High On China MV Chart

T-ARA member Hyomin and Jiyeon are both gaining much attention in China with their solo songs.

On June 30, Hyomin released her solo song, “Nice Body” official music video and dance version music video and ranked both first and second on the China Yin Yue Tai chart.

Jiyeon, who is now finishing up her solo promotions, was seen at number 3 with her solo song, “Never Ever.”

Hyomin will be making her solo debut stage on July 3 through Mnet “M! Countdown.”

Both Hyomin and Jiyeon transformed their image and made a solo debut with a totally different concept than their usual style.

140703 T-ara’s Soyeon Responds to Recent Rumors of Plastic Surgery

On July 2, T-ara’s Soyeon left a message on her personal Twitter account, speaking out against plastic surgery rumors.

These rumors seem to have come about when people began to point out that there is a drastic difference in the T-ara member’s appearance recently, after seeing the selcas that were posted on her Instagram account. Unlike her past cute image, she showed off a more mature beauty, drawing people’s attention.

In the explanation, Soyeon wrote, “It appears that many people have a misunderstanding due to one picture I pulled out of the fifty that I take. I chose and uploaded a photo that I looked good in, but doesn’t look like me at a glance even when I look at it, which is why I think people seem to have misunderstood. I will be careful and try to work harder to prepare better news and updates instead of selcas. I hope there will be no more misunderstandings. Also, please show a lot of interest for Hyomin’s solo album!”