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T-ara’s immense and unparalleled popularity in China is quite different from their situation in South Korea. Chinese fans value T-ara very dearly and Queen’s are in an intense competition with Beyonce’s fans in the US Billboard’s 'Fan Army Face-off 2015.'
In this international fan army face-off, the Chinese Queen’s contribution cannot be dismissed in the Queen’s overwhelming lead. Because of the controversy that T-ara was involved in, they received negative comments from their locals and also find it hard to maintain their popularity overseas. However, T-ara have always been the top in China, be it album sales or music chart rankings. Therefore, this article will be analysing the reasons behind T-ara’s immense popularity among the Chinese fans.
Step 1: T-ara’s press conference in October 2014 regarding advancement into China
T-ara’s official advancement into China for activities was on October 13th, 2014. T-ara’s members expressed the goals they wish to achieve during their Chinese activities. However, T-ara already had the love and support of Chinese Queen’s beforehand. Through their showcases and concerts in China in 2013, they had shortened the distance between themselves and their fans.
T-ara had attracted about 100 different media outlets to their press conference. They even appeared on variety shows hosted by China MTV and were interviewed by many media outlets.
Step 2: Collaboration with the “Chinese PSY” in November 2014
T-ara really boosted their popularity in China with their collaboration with the “Chinese PSY,” Chopstick Brothers. T-ara brought their popularity among Chinese fans to the next level with their collaboration with Chopstick Brothers to remake a Korean version of 'Little Apple.'
The Korean version of 'Little Apple' was sitting on the #1 spot for 16 consecutive weeks and the MV managed to get 500 million views, making it the most popular song in 2014.

Step 3: The secret behind maintaining the popularity - releasing Chinese versions
Whenever T-ara releases a Korean song in Korea, they will also release a Chinese version. This allowed both T-ara and their fans know that they think of each other, and creates an emotional connection. This is one of the secrets behind maintaining their immense popularity.
Starting from Number 9, till Eunjung’s solo recently, and finally the current So Crazy, T-ara would release Chinese versions of their title songs and even Chinese MVs.
T-ara’s popularity is closely linked to their catchy songs that captivated the hearts of Chinese Queen’s. By producing Chinese versions, they are able to capture the fans’ hearts. Combined with easy sing-along verses, addictive tunes etc, T-ara’s songs enjoy great popularity in China. The effort to release Chinese versions of their songs touched the fans’ hearts, increasing their fondness of T-ara.
A representative expressed thoughts about this analysis: "the Chinese versions of T-ara’s songs play a huge role in their popularity in China. During concerts, when the Chinese versions are sung, the whole venue will sing along with T-ara. Combined with melodies unique to T-ara’s songs, T-ara’s popularity among Chinese fans skyrockets."
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I think it's wonderful that they have achieved so many fans outside of Korea, thus proving the advance of the Hallyu wave. It breaks my heart to know that they do not get the same type of love and acceptance in their own home country. T-ara has always been known for fan service, and re-recording their songs with a Chinese language version is a clear sign of that. Fans love a group that cares and T-ara is obviously a very caring group.

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[15.08.07] Video - Eunjung @ KBS Drama I Love You From Today (E87 Cut)

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[15.08.03] Video - T-ara 'So Crazy' Comeback Showcase
 
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[bTS] T-ara 'So Crazy' Behind The Scenes - 35P (08/02)

 

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[15.08.01] Video - T-ara 'So Crazy' Official MV Teaser



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Girl group T-ara will be holding their first showcase event since their debut.
On 24 July, MBK Entertainment revealed, “girl group T-ara will be holding their first showcase event since debut on August 3rd (Monday).” Recently, it was announced that T-ara will be having their comeback with the title song 'So Crazy' by heat-song maker Brave Brothers.
The new title song 'So Crazy' will have a brass sound with an outstanding and funky dance, a song that will be refreshing and cool for the hot summer.
T-ara will be performing their new title song at their showcase and will be performing a 6-member  version of 'Little Apple.' They are also preparing other performances that will have charms that are unique only to T-ara.
T-ara’s 'So Crazy' comeback showcase will be held at Ilchi Art Hall on August 3rd. More specific details will be released on MBK Entertainment’s homepage and T-ara’s fancafe page on Daum.
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Ahead of T-ara's comeback there has been a struggle with whether to comeback with Brave Brothers produced song or a Shinsadong Tiger produced song.
It has been a tough decision to decide which will better suit T-ara this summer for a title track but in the long run, Brave Brothers was chosen. The title track will be called "Completely Crazy". This is the first time T-ara has worked with Brave Brothers as a group. Last summer, Hyomin released "Nice Body" which was produced by Brave Brothers.
There has also been two selca pictures of Jiyeon released that are making fans wonder if the concept will be marine or sailor!
Shinsadong Tiger has previously produced a number of hits for T-ara including "Bo Peep Bo Peep", "Roly-Poly", "Lovey Dovey", "Sexy Love", and last year's "Sugarfree".
Shinsadong Tiger competed his song "1, 2, 3" with Brave Brothers for T-ara's title track but instead it is expected to be released on T-ara's Chinese album later.
"Completely Crazy" is a cool and exciting summer dance song with a funky brass instrumental.

[15.07.20] Video - T-ARA Interview for PengPeng Net

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It's always great to be a Queen's, but these days are especially good when others acknowledge how wonderful our girls are!!

On July 17th Jiyeon was spotted filming for T-ara's web-drama "Sweet Temptations". Jiyeon was captured at a cafe in a romantic situation with a man just days after she was confirmed to be dating Lee Donggun but no worries because it is just "hard work."
Jiyeon has been filming for T-ara's web-drama that will be released simultaneously in China and Korea in September. The cafe-date that captured Jiyeon in an elegant and charming state is only for Jiyeon's episode of which will be titled "Second Wish" according to the drama staff on Instagram.
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Additionally, the man in the pictures as Jiyeon's love interest is rumored to be actor Seo Joonyoung but not confirmed yet by MBK Entertainment.
Its going to be an exciting few months for T-ara and us fans with a comeback only three weeks away (first week of August) as well as this web-drama release and quite a few upcoming Chinese tour dates!

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[PICS] T-ARA @ The Blue 2015 Festival (07/18)

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