MEOVV faced sharp criticism following their latest comeback and accusations regarding their producer.
MEOVV recently made their comeback with the title track "DDI RO RI," but the release quickly sparked major controversy. The group, signed to THE BLACK LABEL, was accused of hiding the contribution of a scandal-ridden producer from their album credits. This allegation arose after a netizen pointed out that MEOVV had omitted the credentials of their songs in the highlight medley, a common practice in the music industry.
The controversy escalated when it was discovered that two songs on the album featured Dr. Luke, a renowned American producer also known for his scandal involving Kesha. In a 2014 lawsuit, Kesha claimed Dr. Luke had sexually assaulted her and had detrimentally controlled her music career. "The reason they hid the credits in the highlight medley is because they don't want people to know that their songs were produced by Dr. Luke," the netizen wrote.
The reaction from fans and netizens was equally intense. Many expressed their disappointment with THE BLACK LABEL's decision to continue working with Dr. Luke. "It seems like all the abusers from the Western music industry are slowly making their way into the K-Pop industry," wrote one Twitter user.
The presence of Dr. Luke in the credits of THE BLACK LABEL's latest songs sparked many questions. One Reddit user asked, "Why is Dr. Luke suddenly appearing on all of THE BLACK LABEL's new releases? He seems to have a good relationship with Teddy, but why does he continue to work with Dr. Luke despite the backlash?"
This controversy has sparked a broader debate about how the K-Pop industry handles collaborations with individuals with disreputable reputations in the music industry. Many fans are disappointed to see their favorite artists working with individuals involved in serious scandals, while others warn that fan support for released music can provide opportunities for abusers to continue working without consequence.
In this situation, many hope that the K-Pop industry will be more selective in choosing its collaborators. One Twitter user even declared, "I need Dr. Luke to disappear from this industry." Several fans also expressed their frustration on social media, with some calling MEOVV's comeback possibly one of the worst songs they've ever heard.
As time goes on, MEOVV and THE BLACK LABEL need to take this criticism seriously. Their decision to handle this issue could impact the group's reputation and their future careers in the entertainment industry. Fans naturally hope that their favorite artists won't get caught up in controversies that could harm them in the public eye.
Amidst this discussion, many are waiting to see MEOVV's next move and whether they will provide further clarification regarding this situation. The K-Pop fan community in Indonesia and around the world will undoubtedly continue to monitor developments regarding this controversy.
(wk/timw)
