KISS OF LIFE is a multinational 4-member girl group that debuted on July 5, 2023. Their name symbolizes “artificial respiration,” representing their ambition to breathe new life into the world through their music. The group is composed of diverse talents: Julie, the leader and main rapper from Hawaii, USA; Belle, the main vocalist from Seattle, USA; Natty, the main dancer from Bangkok, Thailand; and Haneul, the lead vocalist from Suwon, South Korea.
Since their debut, KISS OF LIFE has gained attention for their versatile music and exceptional live performances. They made a strong impression during major year-end stages in 2023, particularly at the MMA 2023 (Melon Music Awards), where their powerful vocals and energy as rookies just four months into their career drew acclaim. These performances boosted their debut album and second mini-album to chart steadily, culminating in the release of “Midas Touch,” which further elevated their career.
With just two mini-albums since their debut, KISS OF LIFE has already garnered several accolades, including Rookie of the Year at the 21st Korean Music Awards (2024), the 1theK Global Icon Award at the Melon Music Awards (2023), and the Rookie of the Year Award at the 31st Korea Culture and Entertainment Awards. In 2024, they added more honors to their resume, including the 2024 Korea First Brand Award for Best New Artist, a Main Award at the K World Dream Awards, and the Best Music Award at the 6th ENA K-POP Chart Show. They have accumulated 12 awards and achieved three music show wins, solidifying their presence as one of K-pop’s rising stars.
Their albums have also shown steady growth in sales and streaming performance. Their debut album charted at #1 on iTunes in five countries and entered the charts in 14 countries. The second mini-album charted in 14 countries, placed in the top ranks in 10, and their first single album climbed to #11 on the Worldwide Chart and #15 on the European Song Chart. Their July 2024 release, Sticky, ranked #87 on the Billboard Global 200 Chart and #10 on the World Digital Song Sales Chart, and achieved top spots on Korean platforms, including Melon and Bugs. Their hits Midas Touch and Sticky have both surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify, with the group reaching 7.8 million monthly listeners, showcasing their growing global popularity.
Their physical album sales also reflect their rising fandom: 30,000 copies of their debut album, 75,000 of their second mini-album, 100,000 of their first single album, and 115,000 of their third mini-album.
In October 2024, KISS OF LIFE embarked on their first world tour, meeting fans across the globe. Their North American tour, held in November and December 2024, saw all 21 shows sell out, proving their growing influence. Within just one year of debut, the group sold an impressive 45,000 tickets in a single day.
