Former member Soojin’s mention of (G)I-DLE Soyeon sparks heated reactions

(G)I-DLEhe is the leader and rapper Soyeon she has become known for her bold and impactful performances and her recent appearance at the MAMA Awards 2024 in Japan it may be his most discussed film so far.

Known for tackling controversial topics through her music, Soyeon once again garnered attention by referencing a significant moment in the group’s history: the departure of former member Soojin.

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During the performance, Soyeon captivated the audience with visuals, choreography and powerful vocals, but it was her rap verse that truly stole the show. The lines, written specifically for the event, referenced comments made in 2021 following Soojin’s departure from the group.

In 2021 you said, “Do you think you will make it without Soojin?”

Contracts and companies, I said I’ll take care of it.

I wouldn’t have gotten here if I were the type to be influenced by things like that.

— Soyeon from (G)I-DLE

SOYEON is out for everyone’s blood
“In 2021 you were saying this, right?
You said, what can you do without Soojin?”
OT6 IS COMING pic.twitter.com/4q70QnByi8

— ECLIPSE (@Gidle_x_nebobo) November 23, 2024

Soyeon’s decision to address this controversial period sparked a wave of reactions online. Many netizens praised his courageous approach and saw it as a testament to his confidence and growth as an artist. Others reflected on how the group was able to thrive despite the challenges it faced.

• “This is what real hip-hop looks like. When that abusive person at school left, their henchmen were all like, “They can’t survive without her” or something like that. It completely killed the vibe. But now that they’re gone, things are even better.”
• “Really, this is real hip-hop. Much cooler and more confident than those people who nitpick comments. LOL.”
• “Wait, did they really talk like that?”
• “It seems that the fans of that member who left were the ones who posted the catastrophe.”
• “Really, this is hip.”
• “Wow, I totally forgot she was gone.”
• “Up until the TOMBOY/Nude era, I was still curious about how things would have turned out if Soojin hadn’t left. But now, seriously, I don’t even think about it anymore… it’s crazy.”
• “Well.”
• “So damn beautiful!”