WEi
South Korean boy group From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
WEi (Korean: 위아이; RR: Wi Ai; Japanese: ウィーアイ) is a South Korean boy band formed by Oui Entertainment. The group consists of six members: Jang Dae-hyeon, Kim Dong-han, Yoo Yong-ha, Kim Yo-han, Kang Seok-hwa, and Kim Jun-seo. The group made their debut on October 5, 2020, with their extended play Identity: First Sight.
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.jpg) WEi in March 2022 Top: L-R: Junseo, Donghan, Seokhwa, Bottom: L-R: Yongha, Yohan, Daehyeon | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Seoul, South Korea |
| Genres | K-pop |
| Years active | 2020–present |
| Labels | Oui |
| Members |
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Name
The group's name, WEi, combines the words "We" and "I", meaning that we are one and will make music as one.[1]
History
Summarize
Perspective
Pre-debut
Jang Dae-hyeon and Kim Dong-han were contestants on the Mnet reality survival show Produce 101 Season 2. Kim D. finished in 29th place, and Jang in 83rd place. After the show, Kim D. debuted in JBJ, while Jang debuted in Rainz.[2][3] Both groups were active for a period of time and each eventually disbanded in 2018. Kim D. and Jang then made their solo debuts in June 2018 and July 2019, respectively.[4][5]
Kang Seok-hwa was a YG Entertainment trainee who participated in YG Treasure Box, but did not make it into the show's final debut lineup.[6]
Yoo Yong-ha and Kim Jun-seo were contestants in Under Nineteen and both became members of the debut lineup, finishing in 6th and 9th place, respectively. They debuted as members of 1the9 on April 13, 2019, and officially disbanded as a group on August 8, 2020.[7]
Kim Yo-han and Kang were contestants in Produce X 101. Kim Y. represented Oui Entertainment, despite having only three months of training beforehand.[8] Kang competed as an individual trainee and was eliminated after finishing in 35th place.[9] He then signed with Oui a month later, under Yohan's recommendation.[10] Kim Y. finished in 1st place, and debuted as a member and the center of X1 on August 27, 2019.[11] However, X1 disbanded on January 6, 2020, due to the Mnet vote manipulation investigation.[12]
2020–2021: Debut with Identity series
The group was announced in May 2020 by Oui, through individual profile videos, under the temporary name OuiBoys.[13] The group's name was later announced to be WEi.[14] They debuted with their first EP Identity: First Sight on October 5, 2020, with the lead single "Twilight".[15]
On February 24, 2021, WEi returned with their second EP Identity: Challenge and its lead single "All Or Nothing".[16]
On June 9, WEi released their third EP Identity: Action and its lead single "Bye Bye Bye".[17]
On October 1, WEi released the promotional single "Starry Night (Prod. Dress)" through Universe Music for the mobile application, Universe.[18]
2022–2023: Love series, world tours, and Japanese debut
On March 16, 2022, WEi released their fourth EP Love Pt. 1: First Love and its lead single "Too Bad".[19]
On July 18, 2022, WEi announced their first world tour WEi World Tour: First Love in September 2022.[20] The group visited 15 cities in 6 countries, including Thailand, Japan, the United States of America, Canada, Mexico, and Chile.[21]
On August 11, 2022, WEi made their Japanese debut with the EP Youth and its lead single "Maldives".[22]
On September 14, 2022, it was confirmed that WEi would make a new album in October.[23] Their fifth EP Love Pt. 2: Passion and its lead single "Spray" was released on October 19.[24]
On December 10 and 11, 2022, WEi held a two-day fan concert Merry RUi Day, along with releasing a special Christmas album Gift For You on December 13.[25]
On February 27, 2023, WEi announced their second world tour WEi 2nd World Tour: Passion in April 2023.[26] The group visited 10 cities in 5 countries, including Japan, England, Germany, the United States, and Mexico.[27]
On May 29, 2023, it was confirmed that WEi would release a new music in June.[28] The group released their sixth EP Love Pt. 3: Eternally on June 29, along with holding a concert Eternal Sunshine on the day prior.[29]
2024–present: Wave, Love2You and The Feelings
On January 18, 2024, it was confirmed that WEi would released their second Japanese EP Wave on February 14, along with holding two concerts titled The Wave in Japan.[30] Yohan will not be participating in the album promotions due to schedule conflicts.[citation needed]
On July 28, 2024 it was announced that WEi would released a digital single album "Love2You" on August 30.[31]
On December 6, 2024 it was announced that WEi would make a comeback on January 15, 2025 with their seventh EP The Feelings along with holding a showcase concert.[32]
Members
- Jang Dae-hyeon (장대현)
- Kim Dong-han (김동한)
- Yoo Yong-ha (유용하)
- Kim Yo-han (김요한)
- Kang Seok-hwa (강석화)
- Kim Jun-seo (김준서)
Discography
Extended plays
Korean extended plays
| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOR [33] |
JPN [34] | ||||
| Identity: First Sight |
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3 | 59 |
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| Identity: Challenge |
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4 | 21 | ||
| Identity: Action |
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3 | 20 | ||
| Love Pt. 1: First Love |
|
5 | 39 | ||
| Love Pt. 2: Passion |
|
3 | 36 | ||
| Love Pt. 3: Eternally |
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9 | 33 | ||
| The Feelings |
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2 | — |
| |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory | |||||
Japanese extended plays
| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPN [34] |
JPN Hot [47] | |||
| Youth |
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3 | 44 |
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| Wave |
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20 | 13 |
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Single albums
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Gift for You |
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| Love2You |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Peak position | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOR Down. [50] | |||
| Korean | |||
| "Twilight" | 2020 | 18 | Identity: First Sight |
| "All or Nothing" (모 아님 도) | 2021 | 127 | Identity: Challenge |
| "Bye Bye Bye" | 27 | Identity: Action | |
| "Starry Night" (Prod. Dress) (반 고흐의 밤)[A] | — | Non-album single | |
| "Too Bad" | 2022 | 76 | Love Pt.1: First Love |
| "Spray" | 147 | Love Pt.2: Passion | |
| "Gift for You" | — | Gift for You | |
| "Overdrive" (질주) | 2023 | 42 | Love Pt.3: Eternally |
| "Love2You" | 2024 | — | Non-album single |
| "Not Enough" | 2025 | 77 | The Feelings |
| Japanese | |||
| "Maldives" | 2022 | — | Youth |
| "Fake Love" (偽物) | 2024 | — | Wave |
| English | |||
| "Overdrive (English Ver.)" | 2023 | — | Non-album single |
| "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory | |||
Videography
Music videos
| Title | Year | Director(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Korean | |||
| "Twilight" | 2020 | Hong Wonki, HYEYA (Zanybros) | [51][52] |
| "All or Nothing" (모 아님 도) (Prod. Jang Daehyeon) |
2021 | Hong Wonki (Zanybros) | [53] |
| "Bye Bye Bye" | Lee Gi-baek (Tiger Cave Studio) | [54] | |
| "Starry Night" (반 고흐의 밤) (Prod. Dress) |
kinotaku | [55] | |
| "Too Bad" | 2022 | Ha Junghoon (SUSHIVISUAL) | [56] |
| "Spray" | HEADHEAD | [57] | |
| "Overdrive" (질주) | 2023 | Kim Joo Sun (Apple-Juice) | [58] |
| Japanese | |||
| "Maldives" | 2022 | Kim Joo Sun (Apple-Juice) | [59] |
Filmography
Web show
Concerts and tours
Headlining tour
- WEi World Tour [First Love] (2022)
- WEi 2nd World Tour [Passion] (2023)
Concert
| Title | Date | Venue | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 WEi Concert [First Love] | April 16, 2022 | KBS Arena | KAVECON |
| April 17, 2022 | |||
| WEi Fan Concert [Merry RUi Day] | December 10, 2022 | YES24 LIVE HALL | KAVECON STAYG |
| December 11, 2022 | |||
| WEi Showcase Concert [Eternal Sunshine] | June 28, 2023 | YES24 LIVE HALL | KAVECON STAYG |
| 2024 WEi Japan Concert [THE WAVE] | February 17, 2024 | Matsushita IMP Hall | |
| February 25, 2024 | JAPAN PAVILION Hall A | ||
| WEi Showcase Concert [The Feelings] | January 15, 2025 | YES24 WANDERLOCH HALL | |
| 2025 WEi Japan Concert [The Feelings] | February 8, 2025 | SAKURA TOWN JAPAN PAVILION Hall A | |
| 2025 WEi Fan Concert [The Feelings] in TAIPEI | February 15, 2025 | CORNER MAX | |
| February 16, 2025 |
Awards and nominations
| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee(s)/work(s) | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APAN Music Awards | 2020 | APAN Choice New K-Pop Icon | WEi | Won | [62] |
| Asia Artist Awards | 2021 | Male Idol Group Popularity Award | Nominated | [63] | |
| U+ Idol Live Popularity Award | Nominated | [64] | |||
| Brand Customer Loyalty Awards | 2021 | Best Male Rookie Award | Nominated | [65] | |
| Brand of the Year Awards | Rookie Male Idol Award | Nominated | [66] | ||
| Gaon Chart Music Awards | New Artist of the Year - Physical | Identity : First Sight | Nominated | [67] | |
| Global Environment International Conference Awards | 2022 | Top Class Representative Person Award | WEi | Won | [68] |
| Golden Disc Awards | 2021 | Rookie Artist of the Year | Nominated | [69] | |
| Hanteo Music Awards | 2022 | Emerging Artist | Won | [70] | |
| Korea First Brand Awards | 2021 | New Male Artist Award | Nominated | [71] | |
| 2022 | Male Idol Rising Star Award | Nominated | [72] | ||
| 2023 | Male Idol Rising Star Award | Won | [73] | ||
| Mnet Asian Music Awards | 2020 | Best New Male Artist | Nominated | [74] | |
| Artist of the Year | Nominated | ||||
| Worldwide Icon of the Year | Nominated | ||||
| MTV Europe Music Awards | 2021 | Best Korean Act | Nominated | [75] | |
| Seoul Music Awards | 2021 | Rookie of the Year | Nominated | [76] | |
| K-wave Popularity Award | Nominated | ||||
| Popularity Award | Nominated |
Notes
- "Starry Night (Prod. Dress)" was released as a promotional single in collaboration with Universe.
References
External links
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