![[theqoo] KISS OF LIFE IN A CONTROVERSY FOR THEIR RAC**M AGAINST BLACK PEOPLE](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgriQ8uBxW9Qf8dI5zeiXXO-flq20aRRREwMSpUK7kA5IBj4WxBQnwLdo-3x1Zf20VPXhvtK3G06dgh3wPyFXKsLBjWSGm4Wu-19QPusIVkIzhAxXDvKw-hjQRBHNP9-TmjdgYt6xxYaAdrziDP2qRXMaio5rVfzXmDSZ8fKybXIjEsJG8vORrZW0fMQapa=w1200-h630-p-k-no-nu "[theqoo] KISS OF LIFE IN A CONTROVERSY FOR THEIR RAC**M AGAINST BLACK PEOPLE")
시벌 https://t.co/gmJK6UEQFc pic.twitter.com/VprJ3OtQ6S
— 튀밥 (@bobcrispybob) April 2, 2025
Kiof i love you but this is so indefensible 😭 pic.twitter.com/d7Fu7u3TAR
— Mr. Bean (@Mrbean_) April 2, 2025
For a member’s birthday concept, they went for an old school hip hop party but people say that this is rac***
The problematic part
im so late but ts is SOOO fucking embarrassing pic.twitter.com/GxT9cuGzBr
— kay ୨୧ (@hoonjbol) April 2, 2025
Summary written by an overseas fan:
“They did their hair in braids (which is a sensitive issue directly related to discrimination against Black women, as people of other races are using it as an accessory),
they directly referenced Black culture,
called another member ‘Lil Taco’ (mocking the way Black people name their children), and acted in a way that mimicked Black speech.”
This is JULIE from KISS OF LIFE.
An old video has resurfaced in which I, without paying enough attention, sang the original lyrics of a cover song that included a certain word, for which I deeply regret.
This incident made me realize how my careless actions can cause harm to…— KISS OF LIFE (@KISSOFLIFE_S2) July 22, 2023
The company also apologized
This is S2 Entertainment.
We sincerely apologize for using expressions and styles that follow stereotypes of a certain race in the birthday content uploaded yesterday (2nd).
As stated, the content was created based on an old-school hip-hop style, and we aimed to express the atmosphere with respect to that culture. However, we did not fully realize that it could be perceived as reinforcing stereotypes about a specific race.
We deeply apologize to everyone who felt uncomfortable because of this. The members also accept this matter seriously, and we will be more careful and respectful when incorporating cultural elements in the future. As a result, all related content will be deleted.
Once again, we apologize to those who were hurt by this.
Thank you.”
original post: here
1. No but why in the world did they do that ㅠ
2. Why pick this concept of all concepts out there
3. Belle’s outfits isn’t even from a black rapper though?
4. What the.. The videos are shocking..
5. Why…Did they do this…
6. Ah they’re so thoughtless, what is this?
7. What a turn off
8. I thought this was forced hate, but it’s actually quite bad…?
9. They’re at fault this time
10. No but stop doing this,,,