BoA Opens Up After Livestream Controversy and Current Struggles: “It Felt Like My Life Was Crumbling”
On April 15, BoA posted a sincere and emotional message on Weverse following the controversy surrounding her recent livestream. She reflected on the personal and professional hardships she has endured over the past few years, admitting that while she always tried her best, some of her actions may have been perceived as uncomfortable by others.
Aftermath of Drunken Live Broadcast: Personal Struggles
BoA confessed that she often questioned whether she still belonged in the entertainment industry amid so many changes in her life and the world.
Despite these doubts, she emphasized that music remains the one constant that gives her purpose. “Without music,” she wrote, “it feels like my whole life would collapse.” She shared that even during moments when she felt like she couldn’t stand back up, music, and the support of her fans, helped her carry on. BoA concluded by expressing deep gratitude to those who have continued to believe in her and said she hopes to rekindle the passion she shares with her fans for as long as she can remain on stage.
BoA’s heartfelt message came in the wake of backlash over a recent drunken Instagram Live with Jun Hyun-moo, where she stirred controversy by saying, “I don’t think they’re dating. Oppa’s too good for her,” in response to a fan question about Park Na-rae. The comment was widely criticized as disrespectful.
In response, BoA apologized on Weverse, saying, “I apologize to Park Na-rae for mentioning her in a setting where she wasn’t present and for making inappropriate comments. I’m grateful she was generous enough to understand. I also apologize to the fans… I’m sorry for disappointing you.”
Jun Hyun-moo also issued a statement, adding, “I personally apologized to Na-rae right after the broadcast. I’m thankful that she graciously accepted it despite how uncomfortable it must have been.”
Full Weverse Post from BoA
Hello, this is BoA.
Over the past few years, I’ve gone through difficult times, not only in my work but also personally.
Even so, I believed I was doing my best and giving everything I could.AdvertisementBut I’ve come to realize that the way I was pushing forward might have felt uncomfortable to some people.
In the past, I simply believed that if I did what I was told and worked hard, everything would go well.
But the world has changed, and so have I. And as those changes came crashing in all at once, I found myself constantly wondering, “Is this really the place where I belong?”Still, the reason I couldn’t let go of music was because without it, it feels like my entire life would collapse.
That’s why, in whatever way or form, I’ve wanted to stay connected with you all through music.Even in moments when I fell, again and again, and felt like I’d never be able to stand back up, you and music were always there.
I don’t know how much longer I’ll be able to stand on stage. We’re all getting older, myself included.
But I truly believe there’s still a passionate fire burning in our hearts.I want to awaken that strength again, together with all of you.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, to everyone who has always believed in me, worried about me, and quietly supported me.