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2NE1

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2NE1 was a revolutionary K-pop girl group formed by YG Entertainment in 2009, known for their fierce, edgy concept that broke the mold of typical girl groups. The quartet consisting of CL, Bom, Dara, and Minzy dominated charts with hits like 'I Am the Best' and 'Fire' before disbanding in 2016. They reunited in 2024 for Coachella and their 15th anniversary, proving their lasting impact on K-pop's global expansion.

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Achievements

★ First K-pop group to hit Billboard's World Albums chart with all releases
★ Won MTV Iggy's Best New Band in the World in 2011
★ Sold over 66 million records worldwide
★ Performed at Coachella 2024 as part of their reunion
★ Won multiple MAMA Awards including Artist of the Year (2012)

Fun facts

✦ Their name stands for 'New Evolution of the 21st Century' and 'To Anyone' in Korean
✦ They were the first K-pop girl group to embark on a world tour in 2012
✦ Their song 'I Am the Best' was featured in Microsoft Surface Pro 3 commercials in the US