Popular girl groups draw attention with their unusual comeback promotions in the first half of this year
Scheduled to make their comeback on January 29th, (G)I-DLE proved their popularity by reaching a new career high amid several controversies.
The controversy broke out when the pre-release song “Wife” of their second full album “2 (Two)” was criticized for its sexually provocative lyrics. That’s why KBS marked the song unsuitable for broadcast Another song “Rollie” was also banned for mentioning specific product brands in its lyrics.
Regarding this issue, netizens are showing divided responses. As (G)I-DLE showed off their solid skills and unique concepts through songs produced by themselves, fans poured compliments on the members’ new challenges to showcase their identities.
On the other hand, the public criticized the group for failing to control the level of their music. Knowing it’s a good attempt to expand (G)I-DLE’s music color and transformations, some people believe that the idol group should have been more careful as their music is mostly consumed by teenagers and has a great influence on young people.
Amid the controversies, attention is focused on whether (G)I-DLE will reveal their position and give a convincing explanation at the upcoming comeback press conference.
Aside from (G)I-DLE, LE SSERAFIM also sparked issues. After releasing the first trailer video for their comeback, the “no pants” stylings of members Kim Chae-won and Huh Yun-jin are facing mixed reactions from netizens.
Announcing their return to the K-pop race with the third mini album “EASY” on February 19th, LE SSERAFIM overwhelmed viewers with their unconventional costumes in the first trailer video for their comeback promotion. In particular, attention was drawn to the outfits of Kim Chae-won and Huh Yun-jin. The two members showed up in the video without wearing pants, known as a trending fashion style recently.
Seeing LE SSERAFIM’s stylings, netizens raised concerns, such as “Looks like they are only wearing underwear”, “The exposure is excessive”, etc. Despite that, some people supported the girl group, saying “LE SSERAFIM is leading fashion”, “I feel like I’m watching a fashion show”, “They’re so cool”, etc.
The trailer video aroused explosive responses as soon as it was released, confirming high expectations for the group’s comeback. As such, this is a positive sign that LE SSERAFIM will have a successful comeback.
Source: Daum
