Via tokyohive: 4 member Korean girl group, 2NE1, will finally debut in Japan. The group is known for their R&B-electric sound, their cool dance performances and their colorful fashion. When AVEX saw 2NE1's high quality performances, their unique fashion sense and their achievements in Korea; the company immediately began contract negotiations to bring them to Japan. This past October, they officially signed the group to their label. 2NE1 will debut in Japan this spring with the Japanese version of their Korean track,"GO AWAY"; the Japanese lyrics will be about a strong girl. On March 9th, Recochoku will release "GO AWAY" as a Chaku Uta (ringtone) that fans can download. The girls are looking to advance not only in Japan, but America as well. The group's leader, CL (19), commented, "You've all waited a long time for us to debut in Japan. We'll do our best to live up to your expectations". Statement on AVEX's official website:

"2NE1 will be having their long-awaited Japanese debut this spring with the single "GO AWAY"! "CAN'T NOBODY (ENG VER)" will also be included. We'll update you with the official release date with details as soon as it's determined. "GO AWAY" will be released as a Chaku Uta (r) on March 9th~"