aespa (에스파), is a K-pop girl group composed of four members: Karina, Giselle, Winter and NingNing. Formed by SM Entertainment, the group debuted on November 17, 2020 with the digital single "Black Mamba". They made their Japanese debut on July 3, 2024 with the single "Hot Mess". In June 2022, aespa signed with Warner Records for its international promotions.
Presentation of the aespa Group
Group name
Korean: 에스파
English: aespa
Number of members
4 members: Karina, Giselle, Winter, NingNing
Agency
SM Entertainment
Start date
November 17, 2020 (Single: “Black Mamba”)
Fandom
Name: MY (마이)
Official color: Aurora
Official social networks
- Official website: aespa-official.jp
- Instagram: @aespa_official
- Twitter: @aespa_official / @aespaJPofficial
- TikTok: @aespa_official
- YouTube: aespa
- Facebook: aepa
- Weibo: aespa
- Pinterest: aespa
Member Profiles
Karina
Full name: Yu Ji Min (유지민)
Position: Leader, Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Sub-Vocalist, Visual, Face of the Group, Center
Date of birth: April 11, 2000
Astrological sign: Aries
MBTI: ENTP / ENFP
Representative emoji: ❤
Highlights:
- She has a background as an ulzzang and has a black belt in taekwondo.
- Karina starred in Taemin's “Want” music video.
- She appeared with EXO's Kai in an SM x Hyundai collaboration.
- She likes green tea and the song “Red Light” by f(x).
Giselle
Full name: Uchinaga Aeri (うちながえり)
Position: Main Rapper, Sub-Vocalist
Date of birth: October 30, 2000
Astrological sign: Scorpio
MBTI: INFJ
Representative emoji: 🌙
Highlights:
- She grew up in a Japanese-Korean family and speaks four languages.
- She was a viola player in a choir for four years.
- She trained for only 11 months before her debut.
Winter
Full name: Kim Min Jeong (김민정)
Position: Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer, Visual
Date of birth: January 1, 2001
Astrological sign: Capricorn
MBTI: ENFJ
Representative emoji: ⭐
Highlights:
- She initially wanted to become an actress before choosing singing and dancing.
- She has a talent for cooking and loves action movies.
- Winter has a dimple on her left cheek.
NingNing
Full name: Ning Yizhuo (宁艺卓)
Position: Main Vocalist, Maknae
Date of birth: October 23, 2002
Astrological sign: Libra (Scorpio cusp)
MBTI: INFP
Representative emoji: 🦋
Highlights:
- She joined SM Entertainment in 2016 as a member of SM Rookies.
- She is known for her deep voice and her piano skills.
- Her favorite colors are red, yellow and pink.
Anecdotes or Additional Information
- The name aespa combines “Avatar X Experience” and “aspect”, highlighting innovative concepts and an encounter between oneself and an avatar.
- They signed with Warner Records in 2022 for global expansion.
- Their lightstick and concepts incorporate futuristic and immersive themes.
Recommended Music
Black Mamba
The single marking their debut, known for its intense and energetic style.
Next Level
An iconic hit that conquered the charts with its addictive chorus.
Spicy
A vibrant track that shows their bold and confident side.
