Country Girls is a Japanese pop group that emerged from Hello! Project, evolving through multiple lineup changes and sonic reinventions across its initial run (1999-2009) and revival (2014-present). The group's early iterations showcased upbeat J-pop sensibilities, but under producer Tsunku's direction, the project underwent significant stylistic shifts, incorporating more dynamic production and contemporary pop-dance arrangements that aligned with Hello! Project's broader electronic-influenced aesthetic.
The group's history reflects the collaborative ecosystem of Hello! Project, featuring rotating memberships that included artists from Morning Musume. Following a seven-year hiatus, Country Girls was revived in 2014 with a fresh six-member lineup, repositioning the project for contemporary J-pop audiences. The revived iteration continued the group's tradition of accessible, production-driven pop music within the Hello! Project framework, maintaining relevance in Japan's evolving idol-pop landscape.