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band name & fandom name
The name 'KISS OF LIFE' carries the meaning of 'artificial respiration,' reflecting the group's ambition to breathe new life into the K-POP scene with their music and charm. The official abbreviation of the group’s name is KIOF. However, many netizens who are unaware of this have been abbreviating it as 'Kiora' online. One of the 'struggles' of the fandom, KISSY, is having to correct comments that refer to the group as 'Kiora,' reminding others that 'KIOF' is the official abbreviation.
Fandom: KISSY
KISSY refers to a name that embodies the group's desire to express affection toward each and every lovable and precious fan.
history
- July 5, 2023
debuted under S2 Entertainment
Major Awards (MAMA, MMA, GDA, KMA)
2024 Korean Music Awards - February 29, 2024
Rookie of the Year, Rookie Award
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Facts
music & concept
One of KISS OF LIFE's greatest strengths is the high level of vocal ability, with all members performing solo tracks from their debut album.
Despite being rookies, the group gained attention for their stable live performances, particularly on It's Live, despite the high difficulty of their songs.
Main vocal Bell and lead vocal Haneul typically lead the melody lines, but Julie and Natty, who are in dance positions, are also highly praised for their vocal ability.
The members' voices harmonize like a gradient, making it easy to distinguish whose part is whose in their songs.
In 2024, as several 4th generation idols from larger agencies faced criticism for vocal mishaps, KISS OF LIFE has been re-evaluated for their outstanding live singing skills.
Their song 'Midas Touch' from the first single album received reviews that it evokes a strong Y2K vibe reminiscent of Britney Spears and Pussycat Dolls.
Overseas fans often compare KISS OF LIFE to Fifth Harmony and Little Mix, calling them 'the Korean version' of these groups.
On July 9, 2024, KISS OF LIFE won their first music show award with 'Sticky' on The Show, 371 days after their debut.
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All members are over 160cm in height. Julie is 163cm, Natty is 167cm, Bell is 168cm, and Haneul is 169cm.
The members' average age at debut was 20.3 years, making them relatively older compared to other girl groups.
KISS OF LIFE’s average height is 166.8cm.
The height difference between the tallest and shortest members is only 6cm.
The height order is the reverse of their age order. The youngest member Haneul is the tallest at 169cm, and the oldest member Julie is the shortest at 163cm.
The group has no members with blood type A, which is relatively common in Korea. Julie and Natty are O type, Bell is AB type, and Haneul is B type.
The members were born in different years (2000, 2002, 2004, 2005), so there are no same-age members.
All members' birthdays are in the spring, and they pair up by birth months: Julie and Bell in March, Natty and Haneul in May.
BLACKPINK is their role model, and the two groups share several similarities, including being four-member girl groups with a hip-hop and R&B base.
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