Rising stars of K-pop: Tri.Be reveal which girls are fans of Ariana Grande and Beyoncé, talk stars and hearts, and discuss what perfection means to them

Mire says the girl group have put a lot of effort and focus into releasing their latest single, Rub-A-Dum, which dropped on May 18

Hyunbin listens to Justin Bieber’s Hold On when times are tough, Kelly explains why she’s a heart, and Songsun reveals which part of Rub-A-Dum is ‘amazing’

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The seven members of K-pop girl group Tri.Be speak to the Post about their music, careers and aspirations. Photo: Universal Korea

Published: 8:15pm, 5 Jun 2021Updated: 12:00pm, 7 Jun 2021

Seven-member girl group Tri.Be, with members hailing from South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan, want to inspire their listeners to be courageous – and have fun with their latest single, Rub-A-Dum, which dropped on May 18.

The band’s name is typically stylised in all capital letters and pronounced “try-bee”. It amalgamates the perfection of a triangle with the idea of “being”. They are signed to TR Entertainment (headed by prominent South Korean producer Shinsadong Tiger) and Universal Music Group Korea. The group have received a lot of attention and expectations are high.

Following the drop of Rub-A-Dum – released with Loro on two-track single album Conmigo – the members of Tri.Be spoke to the Post about their music, careers and their aspirations.

You’ve just returned with Rub-A-Dum, which now has 10 million views on YouTube, and you’re celebrating your 100th day since your debut. How do you feel about your career and this release?

Kelly: Very excited to perform our new songs, Rub-A-Dum and Loro.

Mire calls her mum for advice when she is stressed. Photo: Universal Korea

Mire: It’s really nice to have already reached 100 days. Compared to when we were preparing to release our first single, Doom Doom Ta, we had a lot less time to prepare. But even though the time was short, we put a lot of effort, focus and concentration into things, and we are better prepared than we thought we would be. We’re excited to show everyone this.