Who is Cravity?
CRAVITY is a 9-member boy group under Starship Entertainment. They debuted on April 14th, 2020, with the mini album ‘HIDEOUT: REMEMBER WHO WE ARE – SEASON 1’ and the title track “Break All The Rules.” The group name encompasses two meanings. First, the combination of “Creativity” and “Gravity” shows the group’s ambition to attract listeners to its creative world of music and is a combination of those words together. CRAVITY is also the acronym for “Center of Gravity,” meaning that all the members form a perfect balance and create the best performances whenever they are together.
In addition to CRAVITY’s intentional name, there is also a purpose behind the group’s discography. CRAVITY’s discography mainly revolves around the theme of “youth,” exploring youngsters’ various experiences and emotions by using a wide range of music genres such as pop, R&B, hip-hop, and EDM. CRAVITY also shows its versatility by constantly experimenting with concepts ranging from powerful racers (“My Turn“, “Gas Pedal“) and classy urban youth (“Ohh-Ahh“) to cheerful high school students (“Adrenaline“).
Just as their name suggests, CRAVITY also incorporates creative elements into their music videos. Examples include anime and comic book strips. Combined with the group’s visually striking choreography, CRAVITY creates intriguing storylines through its music. The group’s live stages are also always captivating to watch, as the members have charismatic stage presences and top-notch singing and dancing skills, ultimately, these qualities combine to make CRAVITY one of the most prominent up-and-coming 4th-generation K-Pop boy groups.
Members
CRAVITY consists of 9 members, including leader Serim, Allen, Jungmo, Woobin, Wonjin, Minhee, Hyeongjun, Taeyoung, and Seongmin.
Serim
Birth name: Park Se Rim
Birthday: March 3rd, 1999 (Pisces)
Position: Leader, Main Rapper, Visual
Fun facts:
- He was trained under both CUBE and YG Entertainment. Additionally, his journey in the entertainment industry has been marked by rigorous training and diverse experiences.
- He and a previous member of WOOAH, Songyee, are cousins.
- He is very strong: he has never lost in arm wrestling and he can break apples with his bare hands!
- When Seongmin first met Serim, he thought Serim was a foreigner.
- Though he looks fierce, he is scared of bugs (this unexpected fear adds a layer of complexity to his personality!).
Allen
Birth name: Allen Ma (Chinese name: Ma Shi Quan)
Birthday: April 26, 1999 (Taurus)
Position: Main Dancer, Lead Rapper
Fun facts:
- He was a former JYP trainee, where he became friends with the Stray Kids members.
- He was born in Taipei, Taiwan, but moved to Los Angeles, California, USA when he was 5 years old.
- He can speak English, Korean, and Mandarin.
- He is highly skilled at covering girl group dances.
- He is a huge fan of SHINee, and his role model and bias is Taemin!
Jungmo
Birth name: Koo Jung Mo
Birthday: February 5th, 2000 (Aquarius)
Position: Lead Vocalist, Visual
Fun facts:
- He lived in New Zealand for 4-5 years when he was younger.
- Initially, he dreamt of being a flight attendant. He even attended a flight attendant academy before ultimately becoming an idol trainee!
- He was a guitarist in his high school band, thus earning him the nickname “Sangmoon High School Prince.”
- He is always teased by the other members.
- His life revolves around the number “9”. His surname is “Koo,” which has the same pronunciation as 9 in Korean; he was born at 9:09 AM; and he debuted under CRAVITY, which consists of 9 members.
Woobin
Birth name: Seo Woo Bin
Birthday: October 16th, 2000 (Libra)
Position: Main Vocalist
Fun facts:
- He enjoys cooking and has prepared lunch boxes for Hyeongjun and Minhee
- He has composed several songs for CRAVITY, such as “Vibration,” “Baddie,” and “Light The Way.”
- He started dreaming of becoming a singer after watching TVXQ’s “Mirotic” stage.
- He was in the same singing academy as Minhee. Together, they thrived in their musical journeys, fostering a close friendship. Furthermore, their shared experiences in the academy forged a lasting and joyful bond between them.
- Although he has pierced his ears, he never wears earrings!
Wonjin
Birth name: Ham Won Jin
Birthday: March 22nd, 2001 (Aries)
Position: Lead Vocalist, Lead Dancer
Fun facts:
- He was a former BigHit Music trainee and formed friendships with all of the TXT members.
- Thriving as a child actor since the age of 9, he quickly gained recognition in the entertainment industry.
- He is a huge anime fan, which has helped him become fluent in Japanese!
- He is allergic to cats.
- His role model is BTS’ Jimin.
Minhee
Birth name: Kang Min Hee
Birthday: September 17th, 2002 (Virgo)
Position: Lead Vocalist, Visual
Fun facts:
- He participated in Produce X 101 and was a former member of X1.
- He appeared on the Mad Clown and Ailee’s “Thirst” music video.
- He was a member of the knitting club during high school!
- He is the tallest member of CRAVITY.
- He played as a pitcher and infielder on the baseball team for 5 years while in elementary school.
Hyeongjun
Birth name: Song Hyeong Jun
Birthday: November 22, 2002 (Sagittarius)
Position: Main Dancer, Sub Vocalist
Fun facts:
- Like Minhee, he participated in Produce X 101 and was part of the final line-up of X1.
- He is very timid. He cried after getting out of the haunted house in CRAVITY Park!
- He was a part of the calligraphy club and was the president when he was in high school.
- He used to play soccer when he was younger.
- He is from Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do, and he still speaks Korean with a Gyeongsang accent.
Taeyoung
Birth name: Kim Tae Young
Birthday: January 27th, 2003 (Aquarius)
Position: Lead Dancer, Sub Vocalist
Fun facts:
- He lived in Malaysia for 2 years when he was younger.
- He is now the MC of After School Club with Allen and former NU’EST member Aron.
- He is known for his humor! He introduced himself as the funniest member of CRAVITY in After School Club, and he often shoots funny videos and posts them on CRAVITY’s TikTok account.
- He was interested in dancing after performing in his elementary school’s talent show but didn’t dream of becoming a singer until he was street-casted.
- His hobbies include exercising, dancing, and playing games.
Seongmin
Birth name: Ahn Seong Min
Birthday: August 1st, 2003 (Leo)
Position: Sub Vocalist, Maknae
Fun facts:
- He is the aegyo master of CRAVITY, and he invented the “Nyang-Nyang Neko” aegyo.
- He always teases Allen!
- His unofficial fan club name is Anseongtangmyeon (a famous ramyeon brand in Korea).
- Many people do not know that, in addition to singing and dancing, he is skilled at drawing and writing calligraphy.
- He has a high-pitched and soft voice.
Song recommendations
C’est La Vie
“C’est La Vie” is a b-side track from CRAVITY’s 7th mini album ‘EVERSHINE.’ CRAVITY promoted this song following the title track “Love or Die” after premiering the live stage of the song in their “Luvity Games” fan concert. The track is a groovy dance track that demonstrates the classy yet youthful image unique to CRAVITY. Furthermore, “C’est La Vie” means “that’s life” in French, and the song conveys the message of enjoying life to its fullest no matter what. The music video takes inspiration from Peter Pan and Howl’s Moving Castle and, consistent with the group’s commitment to interesting storylines, it features a plot where the members are divided into two tribes and fight against each other but ultimately reconcile. Overall, this track is ideal for listeners seeking an upbeat and inspiring new song for their playlist.
Cheese
“Cheese” is one of the title tracks in CRAVITY’s 6th mini album ‘SUN SEEKER.’ This song is a light-hearted dance pop in which the group invites listeners on a relaxing trip and has fun all day long The choreography for this song is also especially cute: at one point, for example, the members form a train line while singing “left right, left and right.” In fact, CRAVITY even created a dance challenge based on this dance move The cheerful music, combined with the interactive dance, brings out the boy-next-door charm of CRAVITY. Additionally, CRAVITY shot the music video for this song in Los Angeles, which is where member Allen grew up. This intentional setting helps to accentuate the song’s American vibe. This track is perfect for a summer road trip or backyard BBQ party!
Veni Vidi Vici
‘Veni Vidi Vici’ is a track featured in ‘CRAVITY 1ST ALBUM PART 1 [The Awakening: Written In The Stars].’ ‘Veni Vidi Vici’ is a Latin phrase that means “I came, I saw, I conquered,” and it was first said by Julius Caesar after he achieved a quick victory in the Battle of Zela. In keeping up with this confidence, this song delivers an empowering message to listeners: persevere to achieve your dreams despite hardships, and do not become swayed by others’ judgements. Throughout this song, CRAVITY reminds listeners that everyone should have full control over their own lives and pursue whatever their passions are. Apart from the meaningful lyrics, the duo dances of Taeyoung/Minhee and Hyeongjun/Wonjin during the dance break are done very elegantly. Overall, this song is ideal for listeners looking for inspiration or a self-confidence boost.
Jumper
“Jumper” is a powerful EDM track from CRAVITY’s debut album ‘HIDEOUT: REMEMBER WHO WE ARE.’ This song’s punchy hip-hop beat may sound familiar to members of MONBEBE (the MONSTA X fandom), as it is composed by Joohoney as a gift for his label’s juniors–he even recorded the guide version of the song! Digging deeper into the track’s meaning, this song declares CRAVITY’s determination to overthrow old ideas and stereotypes in favor of beginning a new era and achieving together. This message aligns directly with the message of the title track “Break All The Rules,” emphasizing the group’s consistent commitment to becoming an impactful generational group. Furthermore, this song’s upbeat music and powerful rap showcase the masculine side of CRAVITY. Ultimately, this song clearly showcases CRAVITY’s ambition to make waves in the K-pop world as a rookie group.
Shows you should check out
CRAVITY PARK
CRAVITY PARK is CRAVITY’s own variety show series in which the members play games together. In the attached episode (see link below), the production crew played “Break All The Rules” as an alarm to wake the members up–it is funny to see how the members reacted differently to the alarm! This show helps fans see the group’s more playful side.
C-LOG
C-LOG is a vlog series in which the members record themselves traveling to different places and a glimpse into the members personal lives. In this episode (see link below),for example, Hyeongjun records his holiday traveling to Laos with his sisters. This series allows fans to discover the daily lives and more personal sides of the CRAVITY members.
C-Real
C-Real is a vlog series featuring short videos that show the behind-the-scenes of CRAVITY’s activities, such as music videos and concept photo shootings. In this episode (see link below), Taeyoung and Minhee were eating ramyeon while filming the music video for “Love or Die.” During the shoot, the atmosphere is relaxed as they enjoy their meal. Later on in the video, they discuss their roles in the video, exchanging ideas and sharing laughs. Overall, the behind-the-scenes glimpse offers fans an intimate look at the camaraderie and hard work that go into creating their favorite content.
C-Record
C-Record is a vlog series similar to C-Real, but in a longer form. This series records more extensive behind-the-scenes shots of various activities such as recording songs for albums and attending music shows. For example, the episode below unveils the shooting process for their highlight medley video of CRAVITY’s latest album, ‘EVERSHINE’.
C-Plus+
C-Plus+ is a series that features the CRAVITY members covering other artists’ songs. Here is Wonjin and Hyeongjun’s cover of Kenshi Yonezu’s song “Lemon”!
Before CRAVITY
Before CRAVITY is a variety series documenting CRAVITY’s debut preparation. The series gives fans a firsthand look into the group’s preparation processes, such as settling into their dormitory. Additionally, this series records the group members diligently practicing songs and simply immersing themselves in the excitement of their upcoming debut. In the below episode, CRAVITY performs “Jumper” in front of MONSTA X, and Joohoney helps CRAVITY members to fine-tune their choreography. Check out this series to witness the birth of CRAVITY!
Fun facts
- All the members have different surnames, which is quite uncommon among K-pop groups.
- Each member has their official character called CCREW.
- CRAVITY’s fandom name is LUVITY, which means “people who love CRAVITY.”
- The group always says the slogan “우리의 시간을 기억해” (“Remember our time”) during important occasions such as comeback showcases, debut anniversaries, and winning first place in music shows.
- The members all have signature colors.
- The group’s official lightstick is called “Remembong”, which resonates with the group’s slogan!
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