FIFTY FIFTY opened up about each member’s stage name during their first radio appearance on “Hope Song at Noon.” They also talked about their third mini album Day & Night, which features two contrasting title tracks. Fans later celebrated as the group’s first-week album sales narrowly surpassed 100,000 units, marking a major achievement.
FIFTY FIFTY Shares Fun and Honest Stage Name Stories
FIFTY FIFTY recently appeared on the radio show “Hope Song at Noon” for the first time, bringing a fresh energy to the studio. Chanelle Moon, Yewon, HANA, and Athena joined the broadcast, while Keena couldn’t make it due to health issues. During the show, they opened up about how they got their names, which turned out to be a mix of real names and stage names. DJ Kim Shin-young asked if their names were actually real, since they sounded like stage names.
Chanelle Moon explained that her parents chose the name after discussing it together, and that it holds personal meaning for her. She added that her mom had hesitated because the name sounded too close to the luxury brand Chanel. Her dad then suggested changing the spelling slightly to make it more unique, which convinced her mom. The result was a stylish, personal name that suited her well.
How Each FIFTY FIFTY Member Created Her Own Stage Name
Athena shared that her parents named her with the hope that she would grow up wise and strong, like the Greek goddess. HANA, however, doesn’t use her real name, which is In Haram. She always liked the name “HANA” and wanted to use it as her stage name. Chanelle Moon recommended it to her, and she instantly felt it was the right fit. Yewon also had thoughts about using a stage name when she debuted. She laughed as she shared a story about how her parents once joked about naming her “Son Ha-im.” Although it was never serious, she eventually chose “Yewon” because it felt like the most natural option. All these stories gave fans a new look into how personal identity plays a role in each member’s stage name.
FIFTY FIFTY stage name talk brings fans closer to the group
The stage name stories helped fans feel more connected to the members beyond their polished stage image. Each explanation showed how thoughtful, funny, or meaningful the naming process had been. The members spoke in a relaxed and open way that made the conversation feel sincere and warm. It was less like a formal interview and more like a chat with friends, which added to their charm. Their first radio appearance became a special moment, thanks to how naturally they shared their stories.
Comeback with Dual Title Tracks Shows FIFTY FIFTY’s Artistic Range
On April 29, FIFTY FIFTY released their third mini album Day & Night with two different title tracks. Both “Pookie” and “Midnight Special” were chosen because the members loved them equally. The group said the album had two clear concepts, so picking just one song didn’t feel right. Instead, having two title tracks matched the dual theme of the album perfectly. Other songs on the album include “ADONIS,” “Work of Art,” “Heartbreak,” and “Perfect Crime.” The group said the first time they heard the tracks, they had different opinions, but they all loved the final result. Fans reacted quickly, helping FIFTY FIFTY climb to the top of YouTube’s trending chart.
Album Sales Confusion and Final Numbers
About a week after the release, posts appeared on the online forum MLBPARK, wondering if first-week sales had fallen short of 100,000 copies. Some believed the holiday on May 5 in Korea may have delayed final shipments and caused the shortfall.
However, an update confirmed the total had actually reached 100,050 albums, including the EVER version. The corrected post quickly turned the mood around, and fans began to celebrate the achievement. Many pointed out that this was only FIFTY FIFTY’s second real album, making the first-week sales even more impressive. Their pride in their music and stage names felt even stronger after hitting such a big milestone.
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OMG, 10 million views on the MV and over 100k album sales today! 🎉
This is all thanks to everyone’s help. 🙏
Hope the members are always happy! 🥰