Nana (나나) is an independent Korean-American hip hop artist, dancer, and model active in South Korea

Nana (나나) is an independent Korean-American hip hop artist, dancer, and model active in South Korea and the United States. She She made her debut on February 26, 2016 with the digital single 25/7.ABOUTStage Name: Nana (나나)Birth Name: Natalie Noelle ParkKorean Name: Park Bit-na (박빛나)Nickname(s): Natty, Banana, Nandeukie, MochiBirthday: April 20, 1995Zodiac Sign: TaurusBirthplace: Los Angeles, CAHeight: 5″6′ (168 cm)Weight: 65 kg (168 lbs.)Blood Type: A+Nationality: AmericanFace Claim: Carter KimVoice Claim: Teyana Taylor [ENG]/ Nieah [KOR]SNSInstagram: @iamnanaTwitter: @iamnanaYouTube: nana 나나CAREEROccupation: Rapper, singer, dancer, choreographer, model, YouTuberAgency: YG Entertainment; IndependentTraining Period: 2012-2016 (4 years)Debut: February 26, 2016Official Fandom Name: BabiesOfficial Fandom Colors: Tango Pink and Powder BlueSTATISTICSVocals: 70%Rap: 75%Dance: 80%Variety: 55%Acting: 65%Songwriting: 80%Production: 45%Choreography: 80%HISTORYNatalie was born in Los Angeles to an African-American father and a Korean-American mother. At the age of 16, she moved to South Korea in order to follow her dreams of becoming an idol, auditioning for many entertainment companies before being accepted into YG Entertainment. There, Natalie trained with several other of the female trainees with the hopes of debuting in her future.During this training period, Natalie began appearing as a face for YG’s street-wear brand, NONA9ON, gaining attention with her exotic visuals. She also made several appearances in various YG artist’s music videos, such as CL and Epik High, as well as performing as a backup dancer in various stage promotions. It was during one of these performances that a fan-taken video of Natalie was taken and posted on the social networking site Naver. The post soon went viral, attracting attention and recognition for her passionate and skilled dancing.As her fame continued to grow, many netizens were eager to know if Natalie would be debuting as a member of YG’s upcoming girl group, PINK PUNK (now known as BLACKPINK). However, YG denied the rumors and announced that Natalie would be training to become a solo artist, Unfortunately, after becoming frustrated with the company’s delays and strict restrictions, Natalie decided to terminate her contract with YG in early 2016.After departing from YG, Natalie took matters concerning her career into her own hands, adopting the stage name ‘Nana’ and independently releasing her debut digital single 25/7 on February 26, 2016.  -- source link

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