MEOVV (pronounced “Mi-ya-oh”), the first girl group from THE BLACK LABEL—led by renowned producer TEDDY, known for his work with BLACKPINK and 2NE1—has officially debuted. The group’s name is an acronym for “My Eyes Open VVide,” and they made a splash on September 6, 2024, with their debut single “MEOW.”
The group consists of five members: two Koreans, one Japanese, and two Korean-Americans, including ELLA, a former child actress with over 4 million followers, and ANNA, a former “Seventeen” magazine model from Japan. In this article, we will dive into the charm of each MEOVV member and explore what makes the group so unique.
1. Sooin
- Full Name: Kim Sooin
- Date of Birth: April 12, 2005
- Nationality: South Korea
- Position: Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist
- Highlights:
Sooin is known for her powerful yet fluid dance style. In the pre-debut teaser video, her acrobatic and dynamic moves drew significant attention. She brings positive energy to the group and lifts the mood around her.
2. Gawon
- Full Name: Lee Gawon / Chloe Lee
- Date of Birth: April 27, 2005
- Nationality: USA, South Korea
- Position: Main Vocalist, Dancer
- Highlights:
Known as Chloe Lee during her trainee days, she stands out with her tall, slim figure and cool beauty. Surprisingly, she’s also the group’s quirky and fun member. Born in the U.S. and raised in Korea, she’s fluent in English and Chinese.
3. ANNA
- Full Name: Anna Tanaka
- Date of Birth: November 17, 2005
- Nationality: Japan
- Position: Main Visual, Lead Vocalist
- Highlights:
Anna was a popular model in Japan for magazines like “Nico☆Puchi” and “Seventeen,” and also appeared in commercials and dramas. While her stunning looks catch the eye, she is also known for her passionate personality within the group.
4. NARIN
- Full Name: Na Rin
- Date of Birth: August 15, 2007
- Nationality: South Korea
- Position: Main Vocalist, Rapper
- Highlights:
Narin left a strong impression with her powerful rap in the teaser video. She is also highly skilled in both vocals and dance, making her a core member of the group. Fluent in Japanese and English, she’s affectionately called “Sato-rin” by ANNA. Her bright personality makes her the group’s “happy virus.”
5. ELLA
- Full Name: Ella Mackenzie Gross / Nabi
- Date of Birth: December 1, 2008
- Nationality: USA
- Position: Main Visual, Lead Vocalist
- Highlights:
Ella, born to a German father and Korean mother, has been modeling since childhood. Known for her striking visuals, she’s often compared to BLACKPINK’s Jennie, earning her the nickname “Little Jennie.” Her connection with BLACKPINK drew extra attention when Jisoo posted about her on Instagram after MEOVV’s debut was announced.
