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South Korean girl group, Girls' Generation, (also known as: 소녀시대; So Nyuh Shi Dae; SNSD), debuted in 2007. They debuted with the song, 'Into The New World'. And the members of the girl group are Taeyeon, Tiffany, Sunny, Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung, Yoona, and Seohyun. With only one former member, Jessica Jung. The song and them only caught a little attention from the media. So mainly their debut wasn't really successful. -
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In 2008, one of K-pop's biggest annual concert, "Dream Concert", was held. Girls' Generation attended it and got boycotted by the many K-fans. Those fans turned off their light sticks and you couldn't really see anything but the darkness, they boycotted for 10 minutes until Girls' Generation's performance was over. Some Girls' Generation fans got injured because of other group's fans. -
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Forgetting about the disrespectful act that happened last year, Girls' Generation had a come back. Meaning they released a new song called, "Gee". This song became their number one song and made them become very famous. They broke many award shows with this song. Also releasing their famous songs, "Tell Me Your Wish (Genie)", "Run Devil Run", and "Oh!". -
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Girls' Generation eventually decided to debut in Japan. Surprising Japanese SONEs (Girls' Generation fandom name). They debuted with their single, "Genie". Capturing the hearts of many fans, non-fans, and Japanese idols; the debut was successful. And on the Japanese Oricon Albums Chart, they gain 2nd place and became the first foreign girl group to ever achieve that high. -
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Since Girls' Generation has been one of the most successful K-pop groups of all time; their company, SM Entertainment, had decided to debut them in America. They signed with Universal Music Group Interscope Records. Interscope Records is a very well-known company throughout America and the world since they have produced singers like, Taylor Swift, Justin Beiber, and Mariah Carey. Their American debut song was "The Boys." -
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2012 was a VERY busy year for the group. They didn't have a new song come out that year because of their busy schedules. They performed on American and French television shows, got invited to fashion shows in London and Hong Kong, they topped the billboard charts, and they all had solo activities.They also released their 2nd Japanese Single Album. -
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Girls' Generation World Tour "Girls & Peace" is their 5th tour by the girls. Their company released the statement after the ending of their Japanese promotions. They toured around in Asia only. The girls also made a come back with their song, "I Got A Boy." The song was a huge hit! And it gained attention from the Western media making it win Video of the Year Award on "YouTube Music Awards." They had gone up against singers like Lady Gaga, Justin Beiber, Katy Perry, etc. -
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This year was not a very good year for Girls' Generation, K-pop in general, and South Korea. Girls' Generation's now former member had released a statement saying she was forced to leave the group but their company denied it. But we will never know the actual truth. Hearing upon this news, many fans were heartbroken. But Jessica was able to pursue her fashion career which ended her to opening "BLANC and ECLARE." -
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Now each member were doing their own solo activities. Taeyeon having solos, Tiffany debuting as a soloist, Yoona and Yuri and Sooyoung all pursuing their acting career. And news about all GG members dating, Including Jessica. Their company had also debuted TTS: which is the sub-unit of Girls' Generation. The memebrs in the sub-unit are Taeyeon, Tiffany, and the youngest member, Seohyun. There were rumors that Jessica was originally supposed to be in the group and supposed to be called, "TTJ." -
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This year was a better year for everyone. With new groups debuting, barely anything horrible happening, and Jessica building her own fashion line. Girls' Generation had come back once again with another bop. They released two songs, "Lion Heart" and "Party." They also released their album. -
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Finally, it's 2017. The girls celebrated their 10th Anniversary and finally had a comeback after 2 years. They are the first K-pop girl group to ever stay together for 10 years; they also wish to stay together forever and longer. And I, too wish they do. They celebrated their 10th Anniversary with each other and with their fans at a fan meet. -
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Continuing on with 2017, they also released two new songs and their 6th album. The songs they released were, "All Night" and "Holiday." Their 6th album is called, "Holiday Night." They trended in multiple countries and here in America the trended #3. -
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Former Girls' Generation member, Jessica, also released a new song after Girls' Generation. Her song is named, "Summer Storm." Many fans speculated that the song may have some connection to the girls. Speculating that the song was more for the leader, Taeyeon. But we may never know again. Both songs are very good and I really recommend checking them out. -
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After their comebacks and promoting their songs, many fans were angered and sad about what would happen to the future of the group. Their contracts were going to end with the company and many fans were worried that they might not sign back and leave the group. -
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The moment had come. The moment where Girls' Generation members decide if they want to stay with SM Entertainment. 3 members: Tiffany, Sooyoung, and Seohyun had decided to leave the entertainment to pursue their own dreams. This news was a huge shock for SONEs and non-fans. After a few days, SM released a statement saying that Girls' Generation will not and doesn't have any plans of disbanding soon and the three girls are still in Girls' Generation. That news was a sign of relief. -
Right now, tomorrow, forever: Girls' Generation
These girls have achieved so much in their lives. Becoming the girl group to break through the boy group dominated music industry and pave a path for future girl groups. Appreciate these legends, the Queens of K-pop, the Nation's Girl Group.
