Nature (group)

Nature (Hangul: 네이처; stylized in all caps) is a South Korean girl group formed by n.CH Entertainment in 2018.[1] The group debuted on August 3, 2018, with the single album Girls and Flowers, accompanied by the lead single "Allegro Cantabile".[2] The group has divided into three sub-units - Charming, Twinkle, and Cutie.[3][4][5]

Nature
From left to right: Uchae, Lu, Sunshine, Saebom, Sohee, Chaebin, Haru, Loha (Aurora not pictured)
From left to right: Uchae, Lu, Sunshine, Saebom, Sohee, Chaebin, Haru, Loha (Aurora not pictured)
Background information
OriginSeoul, South Korea
GenresK-pop
Years active2018–present
Labels
  • n.CH
  • Mainbase
Members
  • Sohee
  • Saebom
  • Aurora
  • Lu
  • Chaebin
  • Haru
  • Loha
  • Uchae
  • Sunshine
Past members
  • Yeolmae
  • Gaga
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History

In June 2018, n.CH Entertainment, a South Korean talent management and television production company founded and headed by former SM Entertainment executive Jung Chang-hwan, announced that it will launch its own all-girl group, NATURE, in August.[6]

2018: Debut, line up changes and further releases

Nature made their debut on August 3 with the single album Girls and Flowers and its lead single, "Allegro Cantabile".[7] [8] The music video features the 9 members, including former member Yeolmae, who departed from the group quietly before debut. The songs were re-recorded to only feature the current 8 members, and the music video was re-structured to only include close-ups of the current members, and Yeolmae is only present in the choreographic segments. The lead single "Allegro Cantabile" is a remake of the opening to Nodame Cantabile, a popular anime, which was previously recorded by Suemitsu & the Suemith.[9] The group has performed the song through busking performances, as well as on various music shows, including MBC TV, Music Bank, Inkigayo, Arirang TV, and Mnet, where they had performed the song frequently since August 4.[10] On August 24, the group released a Dance Practice of "Allegro Cantabile".[11] Nature won their first award, "New Artist of the Year", on August 30 at Soribada Best K-Music Awards.[12][13] On September 3, a month after its release, the group announced through Facebook that the "Allegro Cantabile" Music Video had reached over 2 million views on YouTube.[14]

In the end of August, Nature began a called "Pop Cover Project", where the girls vocally cover a popular pop song and perform a dance sequence. The project consists of 5 covers. The first video was released on August 28 with cover "Walk Like An Egyptian" (with Yeolmae) by The Bangles,[15] the second video was released on September 8 with cover "My Sharona" by The Knack,[16] the third video was released on September 13 with cover "Shut Up and Let Me Go" by The Ting Tings,[17] the fourth video was released on September 17 with cover "Rhythm Nation" by Janet Jackson[18] and the last video was released on September 20 with cover "Kiss" by Prince.[19]

On November 4, new member Loha was introduced as part of the group through V Live.[20] The next day, the group began teasing their upcoming second single album Some & Love, which was scheduled to be released on November 22.[21] On November 22, their second single album with the lead single, "Some (You'll Be Mine)" was released.[22] Following their Performance Version of the music video was released on December 3.[23]

2019: I'm So Pretty, line up changes, Aurora's hiatus and Nature World: Code A

On January 15, Nature released a music video for the B track, "Dream About You", from their previous second single, Some & Love.[24] The video features the group donning blue tutus in a dream-like environment and it signifies the first time the group has incorporated an object into the complete choreography, which is a 'magic' star-wand. A Performance Version of the music video was released on January 25.[25]

On June 24, it was confirmed that Nature would make their comeback on July 10 with their first mini album I'm So Pretty. Member Gaga was not involved due to her currently being on hiatus to focus on her studies.[26] The music video for I'm So Pretty was released on July 10. A Performance Version of the music video was released on July 24.[27]

On October 8, former Produce 101 contestant and soloist Kim So-hee was introduced as a new member following her signing with n.Ch Entertainment and it was also confirmed that Gaga has departed from the group to focus on her studies.[28] n.CH Entertainment also confirmed that the group is preparing for a comeback in November.[29] It was later confirmed that the group would make their comeback on November 12 with their second mini album Nature World: Code A. Member Aurora was not involved due to her participation in the third season of the Chinese audition show Idol Producer.[30] The music video for "Oopsie (My Bad)" was released on November 12.[31]

2020: Japanese debut and comeback as seven with Nature World: Code M

Nature signed with Pony Canyon and debuted in Japan on February 12, 2020, with a Japanese version of their single "I'm So Pretty".[32] On June 1, the group was confirmed to make their comeback on June 17 with their third single album Nature World: Code M. Loha will not participate due to health reasons, while Aurora will also not participate.[33] It was announced on June 15 that member Sunshine had suffered a leg injury and, while she participated in the album, would not be able to perform on stage for album promotions.[34]

2022: Nature World: Code W

On January 13, 2022, through their mockumentary series, NATURE Can't Go Down Like This, were revealed the production process of their upcoming special album "Rica Rica" set to be released on January 24, which marks their first release in a year and six months.[35]On January 21, n.CH confirmed that the group would returned with special album, which the choreography of the title track were inspired by the Ivory Coast's Jaouli dance.[36] The special album digitally released on January 24, which only seven-member participated in the music video[37][38]with member Loha did not filming the music video and teaser due her injury leg, while she still features in the special album and joined the promotions.[39][40]Member Sunshine did not take a part due she still on hiatus.

On October 17, n.CH announced that the group set to be released their third mini album titled NATURE World: Code W on November 2.[41]On October 31, n.CH announced the mini album would postponed to November 6 due to the aftermath of Seoul Halloween crowd crush.[42] The third mini album officially released on November 6, with consists of five track including the lead single "Limbo" and previously released single "Rica Rica".[43] Member Lu would not participated on the promotions due to health issues, while member Sunshine still on hiatus.[44]

Members
  • Sohee (소희)
  • Saebom (새봄)
  • Aurora (오로라)
  • Lu (루)
  • Chaebin (채빈)
  • Haru (하루)
  • Loha (로하)
  • Uchae (유채)
  • Sunshine (선샤인)

Former members
  • Gaga (가가)

Timeline
  • Blue represents a release

Discography

Extended plays
Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[45]
I'm So Pretty
Track listing
  1. "I'm So Pretty" (내가 좀 예뻐; naega jom yeppeo; lit: I'm Pretty)
  2. "Shut Up!"
  3. "Race" (달리기; dalligi; lit: Running)
  4. "I Wish" (행운을 빌어요; haeng-uneul bireoyo; lit: Good Luck)
  5. "A Little Star"
 13
Nature World: Code A
  • Released: November 12, 2019
  • Label: n.CH Entertainment, Stone Music Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download
Track listing
  1. "Oopsie (My Bad)"
  2. "Bing Bing" (빙빙; lit: Round and Round)
  3. "What's Up"
  4. "Drinkin'"
  5. "My Sun, My Moon, My Star" (해달별; hae-dal-byeol; lit: Sun, Moon, Star)
 9
Nature World: Code W
  • Released: November 6, 2022
  • Label: n.CH Entertainment, Stone Music Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download
Track listing
  1. "Limbo" (넘어와; lit: Come Over)
  2. "I'm Done" (덤덤해; lit: Calm)
  3. "You Right" (인정; lit: Acknowledged)
  4. "Rica Rica"
  5. "Rainbow"
 46

Single albums
Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[45]
Girls and Flowers (기분 좋아)
  • Released: August 3, 2018
  • Label: n.CH Entertainment, Stone Music Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download
Track listing
  1. "Girls and Flowers" (기분 좋아; gibun joha; lit: Good Mood)
  2. "Allegro Cantabile" (너의 곁으로; neoui gyeoteuro; lit: By Your Side)
  3. "Girls and Flowers" (Inst.)
  4. "Allegro Cantabile" (Inst.)
 34
Some & Love (썸 & 러브)
  • Released: November 22, 2018
  • Label: n.CH Entertainment, Stone Music Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download
Track listing
  1. "Some (You'll Be Mine)" (썸; sseom; lit: Something)
  2. "Dream About U" (꿈꿨어; kkumkkwosseo; lit: I Was Dreaming)
  3. "La Historia" (별자리; byeoljari; lit: Constellation)
 39
Nature World: Code M
  • Released: June 17, 2020
  • Label: n.CH Entertainment, Stone Music Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download
Track listing
  1. "Girls" (어린애; eorin-ae; lit: Child)
  2. "Dive"
  3. "B.B.B (Never Say Good-Bye)"
 22
Rica Rica
  • Released: January 24, 2022
  • Label: n.CH Entertainment, Stone Music Entertainment
  • Formats: Digital download
Track listing
  1. "Rica Rica"
  2. "Dear Leaf" (버팀목; beotimmog; lit: Crutch)
 — —

Singles
Title Year Peak
chart
positions		 Sales[upper-alpha 1] Album
KOR
[52]		 JPN
[53]
"Allegro Cantabile" (기분 좋아) 2018 —— — Girls and Flowers
"Some (You'll Be Mine)" (썸) —— Some & Love
"Dream About U" (꿈꿨어) 2019 ——
"I'm So Pretty" (내가 좀 예뻐)[upper-alpha 2] —[upper-alpha 3]21
  • JPN: 3,601(Phy.)[55]
 I'm So Pretty
"Oopsie (My Bad)" —[upper-alpha 4] — — Nature World: Code A
"Girls" (어린애) 2020 —— Nature World: Code M
"Rica Rica" 2022 —[upper-alpha 5]— Rica Rica
"Starry Night" —[upper-alpha 6]— Trip: Tape #02
"Limbo!" (넘어와) —[upper-alpha 7]— Nature World: Code W
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region.

OSTs
Title Year Album
"Hey Jude" 2019 Spring Turns to Spring
"Oh My Gosh" (소녀의 세계) 2020 The World of My 17
"Delivery" or "Closer to You" 2021 Delivery

Videography

Music videos
Title Year Director Ref.
"Allegro Cantabile" 2018 Hong Won-Ki (Zanybros) [60]
"Some (You'll Be Mine)" Vikings League [61]
"Dream About U" 2019 Hong Won-Ki (Zanybros) [62]
"Oopsie (My Bad)" Vishop (Vikings League) [63]
"I'm So Pretty (Japanese ver.)" 2020 [64]
"Oh my gosh" Un­known
"Girls" Minjun Lee, Hayoung Lee
(MOSWANTD)		 [65]
"Girls (Uncensored Ver.)" Un­known
"Rica Rica" 2022 Un­known
"Limbo!" Un­known

Filmography

Reality shows
Year Title Network Note(s) Ref.
2019 Nature's Natural Reality - We'll Make You Feel Better Mnet Member Gaga is absent [66]
2020 Nature LeaFresh Olleh TV Member Aurora is absent [67]
2022 Nature Can't Go Down Like This Studio LuluLala Member Sunshine is absent [35]

Awards and nominations

Asia Artist Awards
Year Nominee / work Award Result
2021[68] Nature Female Idol Group Popularity Award Nominated

Genie Music Awards
Year Nominee / work Award Result
2019[69] Nature The Top Artist Nominated
The Female New Artist Nominated
Genie Music Popularity Award Nominated
Global Popularity Award Nominated

Mnet Asian Music Awards
Year Nominee / work Award Result
2018[70] Nature Best New Female Artist Nominated
Artist of the Year Nominated

Soribada Best K-Music Awards
Year Nominee / work Award Result
2018 Nature New Artist of the Year[12][13] Won
2019 Bonsang Award Nominated
Music Star Award[71] Won
Popularity Award (Female) Nominated
2020 New K-wave Rising Star Award Won

Notes
  1. Sales figures for tracks are based on digital downloads, except noted.
  2. "I'm So Pretty (Japanese ver.)" was released on February 12, 2020 as Nature's first Japanese single.
  3. "I'm So Pretty" did not enter the Gaon Digital Chart, but appeared at number 91 on BGM component chart.[54]
  4. "Oopsie (My Bad)" did not enter the Gaon Digital Chart, but appeared at number 81 on BGM component chart.[56]
  5. "Rica Rica" did not enter the Gaon Digital Chart, but appeared at number 89 on Download component chart.[57]
  6. "Starry Night" did not enter the Gaon Digital Chart, but appeared at number 83 on Download component chart.[58]
  7. "Limbo!" did not enter the Circle Digital Chart, but appeared at number 79 on Download component chart.[59]

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