Originally debuting with four members in 2007, Kara (카라) emitted the "Strong female" image with their song "Break It" which featured the vocals of
Kim SungHee,
Park Gyuri,
Han Seungyeon, and
Jung Nicole they showed off their more powerful vocals and serious side with this image. The song did not reach number one, but the girls fan club Kamillia was formed and Kara was on their way.
Sad to say, the member Han SungHee left the group to study for her college entrance exams, leaving behind a sad Kara. After one year of waiting Kamillia and Kara were excited for the girl's comeback with their two new members
Goo Hara and
Kang JiYoung. Their single Rock U was a cheerful song that brought more attention to the group.
In 2008 Kara released the teaser for the title track of their mini-album "Pretty Girl". Pretty Girl which is a motivational song with a fun concept. The lyrics "Walk confidently anywhere you go Girl! Pretty Girl! Pretty Girl! No need to hesitate one bit" shows girls that to be pretty all they need is confidence and therefore anyone if a "Beautiful Girl"
In January of 2009 Kara's company DSP entertainment wanted to let the fans vote for their next single, by February 2, "Honey" had won with more than 60% of the votes. Honey portrays a more mature look for the girls and is also their first award won, the Mutizen beating out SNSD's Gee for the first time.
Kara is also the first female host for MBCs show "Every1 Idol Show", which is also the groups first time hosting a show.
In fall 2009, KARA recieved more love as they showed of more of their mature side with their song "Wanna" and "Mister" as well as releasing their second album. The girls also covered 2PM's Again and Again, won their second Mutizen, and received best dance song, for their hit song "Honey"
( Member Profiles+ Songs of interest )