D-Unit
| Company type | Music group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | August 1, 2012 |
| Founder | D-Business Entertainment |
| Headquarters | South Korea |
| Products | Music albums and singles |
| Owner | D-Business Entertainment |
D-Unit (Hangul: ) was a South Korean female ensemble managed by D-Business Entertainment. Their unique concept featured the addition of a new member during each promotional period. Initially debuting as a trio composed of Ram, UJin, and Zin, they launched their first full-length album, Welcome To Business, with the lead single "I’m Missin’ You" on August 1, 2012. Their debut performance took place the following day on M!Countdown. In March 2013, the group incorporated guest member JNey from GP Basic.
2012: Debut and Luv Me
The first teaser for "I'm Missin' You," highlighting UJin, was unveiled on July 2, 2012. Before their official Korean debut, D-Unit engaged fans through signings held in Japan. Additional teasers showcased Ram individually and all three members collectively.
On July 18, 2012, D-Business Entertainment premiered a reality series titled Welcome to D-Unit to document the group's debut preparations. The debut album and accompanying music video for "I'm Missin' You" were released on August 1. The next day, D-Unit made their live debut on M!Countdown and also provided dance-focused and tutorial videos for their single.
2013: Sleeping In (Part 2) and Affirmative Chapter 1 Return
Towards the end of 2012, D-Business announced intentions to modify the group's lineup by adding or removing members at various intervals. The trio format was maintained for the song "Luv Me," continuing their initial concept without new additions in December.
They issued a digital single titled "Sleeping In (Part 2)", which was a remix derived from their debut album, with plans for a comeback in February. A teaser released on January 29, 2013 introduced a fourth member, JNEY from GP Basic, who participated exclusively for the "Affirmative Chap. 1" album cycle. On February 10, it was revealed that Zico from Block B composed and produced the title track. The single "Stay Alive," featuring Vasco, was launched on February 11. Their sophomore studio album, "Affirmative Chap. 1," followed shortly after on March 4.
In May, RAM began filming a reality program alongside her sister Boram of T-ARA and their father. After promoting "Talk to My Face," the group released a pre-release track called "Thank You," featuring Beenzino. JNEY returned to her original group GP Basic in July. To commemorate their one-year anniversary in August, a remix of "Before the Weekend Comes" was issued. In September, RAM and Z.I.N performed at Vancouver’s "2K13 Feel Korea Festival," while Z.I.N separately released the digital single "I Don't Want You To Enlist."
On December 6, 2013, the remaining members unveiled the single "It's You." A teaser for its music video included former Seeya and 5dolls member Soomi; however, the complete video has yet to be released. Since then, there has been speculation regarding D-Unit’s potential disbandment or an indefinite hiatus.
Former Members
- U-JIN
- ZIN
- RAM
- JNEY (Guest member & GP Basic member)
Studio albums
| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOR | |||
| Welcome To Business |
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| Affirmative Chapter 1 |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Highest chart ranking | Sales figures | Associated album |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOR | ||||
| "I'm Missin' You" | 2012 | 57 |
|
Welcome To Business |
| "Luv Me" | 93 |
|
Affirmative Chapter 1 | |
| "Sleeping In Part 2" (늦잠 Part 2) feat. Tae Wan |
2013 | — | — | |
| "Stay Alive" (살아남아) feat. Vasco |
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| ||
| "Talk to My Face" (얼굴보고 얘기해) | 53 |
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| "Thank You" feat. Beenzino |
75 |
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Non-album singles | |
| "Before the Weekend (Remix)" (주말이 오기전에 (Remix)) | — | — | ||
| "It's You" (너야) | — |
Music videos
| Year | Video title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | "I'm Missin' You" | 3:28 |
| "Luv Me" | 3:15 | |
| 2013 | "얼굴보고 얘기해 (Talk to My Face)" | 3:38 |
| "Thank You (feat. Beenzino)" | 3:22 |