Group
RaNia
RaNia (라니아), also known as BP RaNia and Black Pearl, was a South Korean girl group formed by DR Music in 2011. The group gained attention for their bold concepts and underwent numerous lineup changes throughout their career. They were notable for being one of the first K-pop groups to actively recruit non-Korean members, including Alexandra Reid who became the first African-American K-pop idol.
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Achievements
- ★ Released hit single 'Dr. Feel Good' which gained international attention for its mature concept
- ★ First K-pop group to have an African-American member
- ★ Performed at various international K-pop events and festivals
- ★ Released multiple singles including 'Style', 'Just Go', and 'Make Me Ah'
- ★ Pioneered diversity in K-pop by recruiting members from various ethnic backgrounds
Fun facts
- ✦ Alexandra Reid was the first African-American K-pop idol when she joined the group in 2015
- ✦ The group's name RaNia stands for 'Regeneration Idol of Asia'
- ✦ They rebranded as BP RaNia (Black Pearl RaNia) in 2016
