Hwasa facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hwasa
Hwasa in 2024
Born	Ahn Hye-jin (1995-07-23) July 23, 1995 (age 30) Jeonju, North Jeolla, South Korea
Occupation	Singer songwriter television personality
Musical career
Genres	K-pop Jazz R&B
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	2014–present
Labels	RBW P Nation
Korean name
Hangul	안혜진
Hanja	安惠眞
RR	An Hyejin
MR	An Hyejin
Stage name
Hangul	화사
Hanja	華莎
RR	Hwasa
MR	Hwasa
Signature

Ahn Hye-jin (Hangul: 안혜진; born July 23, 1995), known as Hwasa (Hangul: 화사), is a talented South Korean singer, songwriter, and TV star. She became famous in 2014 as a member of the popular K-pop girl group Mamamoo.

In February 2019, Hwasa started her solo career with the song "Twit." This song was a huge hit, reaching the top of the music charts in South Korea. It even won "Song of the Year" at the Gaon Chart Music Awards!

In 2020, Hwasa joined a special group called Refund Sisters. Their song "Don't Touch Me" also became number one in South Korea. In 2021, she released her EP (a mini-album) called María. The main song, "María," was very popular and earned her big awards. In 2023, Hwasa joined a new company, P Nation, and released another hit song, "I Love My Body."

About Hwasa's Name

Hwasa's stage name, "Hwa Sa" (화사), comes from a Korean word that means "to shine brightly." Her birth name, Hye-jin, means "Grace in Truth" in Hanja, which are Chinese characters used in Korean.

Hwasa's Early Life

Ahn Hye-jin was born on July 23, 1995, in Jeonju, South Korea. She grew up there with her parents and two older sisters. She went to Wonkwang Information Arts High School.

Hwasa has often said that the famous singer Beyoncé is her biggest music inspiration. She once shared that after someone told her she was unique and sang well but wasn't pretty, she watched Beyoncé's performances all night to feel better. Even before she officially debuted in K-pop, other South Korean artists noticed her amazing talent. They asked her to sing on their songs when she was only 18 years old.

Hwasa's Music Journey

Starting with Mamamoo and Solo Songs (2014–2019)

Hwasa officially joined the girl group Mamamoo on June 19, 2014. She quickly became one of their main singers. Their first mini-album, Hello, featured the song "Mr. Ambiguous." Hwasa also wrote and composed her very first solo song, "My Heart/I Do Me," for this album.

Hwasa performing in 2018 and 2019

In March 2018, Hwasa released another solo song called "Be Calm." This song was part of Mamamoo's Yellow Flower album. Its music video was very popular, getting millions of views. Later in 2018, Hwasa worked with rapper Loco on a song called "Don't." Hwasa helped write and compose this song, and it became a number one hit in South Korea.

In February 2019, Hwasa made her official solo debut with the song "Twit." She helped write and compose this song too. "Twit" was a huge success, topping many music charts. It was even listed as one of the best K-pop songs of 2019 by Billboard and Rolling Stone India.

María and More Success (2020)

Hwasa in 2020

In March 2020, Hwasa teamed up with English singer Dua Lipa for a remix of Lipa's song "Physical," adding Korean lyrics. In April, Hwasa released her first solo song for a TV show soundtrack, called "Orbit," for the drama The King: Eternal Monarch.

On June 29, Hwasa released her first solo mini-album, María. The main song, also called "María," was co-composed by Hwasa. She also wrote lyrics for another song, "LMM," and composed "Why." "María" became a big hit, reaching high spots on various music charts.

Hwasa also appeared on the TV show Hidden Singer in September 2020 and won her episode! In October, she joined the special group Refund Sisters through the show Hangout with Yoo. Their song "Don't Touch Me" was number one for two weeks.

By the end of 2020, Hwasa's song "María" was recognized as one of the most popular K-pop songs of the year. Time magazine even said it left "the most searing impression" among solo releases that year.

New Beginnings and Tours (2021–Present)

Hwasa in September 2023

On July 23, 2021, Hwasa started her own YouTube channel, "Hwasa Official." In November, she released a single album called Guilty Pleasure, with the main song "I'm a B."

In July 2022, Hwasa worked with Loco again on a new song called "Somebody." She also released two soundtrack songs for her TV show, Hwasa Show, in December.

In March 2023, Hwasa joined a TV show called Dancing Queens on the Road with other famous singers. On June 27, after ten years, Hwasa left her company, RBW. She then signed with P Nation on June 30. On September 6, she released her second digital single, I Love My Body, which was very successful. She also released "Chili" for the Mnet show Street Woman Fighter 2.

On March 12, 2024, Hwasa announced her official fan name: "Twits." She also announced her first solo tour, called "Twits," with shows in Seoul, Hong Kong, Taipei, and Singapore. On September 19, Hwasa released her second mini-album O with the title track "Na." She then released the song "Star" on November 14.

Hwasa performing at her 2025 'Twits' tour in Seattle

In March 2025, Hwasa began the North American part of her "Twits" tour, performing in many cities across the United States and Canada.

Hwasa's Influence

Hwasa is a very influential K-pop idol. Forbes magazine included her in their "30 Under 30 Asia" list in 2021. She has often been ranked among the most popular K-pop idols in South Korea.

Hwasa's appearances on TV shows like I Live Alone have even influenced what people eat and buy in South Korea! For example, if she ate a certain food on the show, its sales would often go up.

Endorsements and Partnerships

Hwasa is also a popular choice for brands. She has worked with many companies, including:

• The North Face (outdoor clothing)
• Lotte Crunky Gold (candy bars)
• Davich's 'Trevues' (lenses)
• Coca-Cola's Gold Peak Tea
• Rarekind (makeup)
• Everland Caribbean Bay (water park)
• Ottogi (instant noodles)
• The Sims 4 (video game)
• MCM (fashion)
• Adidas (sports brand)
• Kiss New York (beauty products)
• Lotte Chilsung Beverage (drinks)
• Tommy Jeans (fashion)
• Gucci (fashion)
• Dolce & Gabbana (fashion)
• Burberry (fashion)
• Louis Vuitton (fashion)
• CityLabs (game)
• Olive Young (health and beauty)
• Ferragamo (fashion)
• Bvlgari (jewelry)
• Diesel (fashion)
• Valentino (fashion)

She has also been featured on the covers of many famous magazines like Cosmopolitan, Vogue, Elle, W Korea, and Harper's Bazaar.

Hwasa's Music Albums

Mini-Albums

• María (2020)
• O (2024)

TV Shows and Appearances

Television Series

Television Shows

Online Shows

Radio Show

Host Roles

Tours and Concerts

• Twits (2024–2025)

Awards and Nominations

See also

In Spanish: Hwasa para niños