Donghae’s Instagram Tales garnered criticism and ignited a discussion board dialogue, the place netizens chewed over the idol’s “sudden” conduct.
Here is what occurred.
(Photograph : Instagram: @leedonghae)
Tremendous Junior D&E’s ‘JiJiBe’ Controversy Fueled Additional by Donghae’s ‘Problematic’ Instagram Story
On March 25, netizens gathered in a web-based thread, titled, “The Male Idol Combating With His Followers.”
The creator recalled the latest controversial title of Tremendous Junior D&E’s latest single “GiJiBe.”
In accordance with Korean netizens, “Gijibe,” the Korean title of “GGB,” has a derogatory historical past in its context, because the phrase seemingly connotes “bratty lady” or “b**ch.”
(Photograph : Tremendous Junior D&E on X)
The title has since generated outrage throughout on-line communities together with platform X (Twitter), the place netizens expressed their frustration in the direction of the “distasteful” title alternative.
Because the backlash reached a boiling level, the matter finally caught the eye of ODE Leisure. The company launched an official assertion and apologized for the problem.
The creator recounted:
“It is associated to the tune title that D&E launched (t/n: coated right here, Jijibe is type of derogatory in the direction of ladies, much like b**ch/bratty pest)
They have been faraway from Korean music exhibits and the corporate launched a suggestions.”
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“Whats up. That is ODE Leisure.
Firstly, we want to thank the followers who’ve been loving and supporting Tremendous Junior D&E. We acknowledged the problems surrounding the upcoming album’s title tune ‘GGB’ and held thorough conferences with the artists.
‘GGB’ is a tune that displays the sentiments of lacking an ex-girlfriend in a extra comfy setting with cute lyrics. We had no intention to make use of the time period negatively.
Nonetheless, we apologize that we did not think about that there could be various opinions concerning the time period’s utilization, given the change of time, and that there might be individuals who may really feel uncomfortable.
We mentioned some ways, however there are restrictions as a result of the venture is already nearly full. Now we have determined to cancel upcoming music present appearances after listening to completely different opinions internally. However we’re nonetheless going to launch all of the ready content material.
We ask to your understanding and apologize to the followers who have been anticipating this comeback. As soon as once more, we’re grateful to your continued assist. Thanks.”
OP then turned to Donghae’s posts on his official social media accounts, particularly his Instagram Tales, which laid emphasis on the controversial title.
“However proper after that, that is what the member launched on his SNS.”
(Photograph : TheQoo)
Knets are shocked at Donghae attempting to stir fights with the followers after the “GGB” title controversyhttps://t.co/rV0FgRmzCd pic.twitter.com/OvRUkXaYRO
