This is not the first time such a discussion has occurred.
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Recently, many were delighted with the confirmed news of GOT7It’s the return after several years.
In 2021, the members of GOT7 have all left JYP entertainmentchoosing to look for opportunities elsewhere. However, the group did not disband, returning together in 2022 to release GOT7 and hold a fan concert.
Since then, the members have focused on solo activities, but with Jay B and Jinyoung completing his mandatory service, a return was rumored and then confirmed to be in the works.
GOT7
01/20/2025 (MON) 18:00 (KST)#GOT7 #GOT7 #IGOT7 #Agase pic.twitter.com/WjFkGtxXvZ
— GOT7 (@GOT7) December 19, 2024
As the group and fans prepare for the Jan. 20 release, the members have remained busy with individual schedules. This includes Jackson Wangwhich was recently announced as the new global brand partner of Nike AND Jordans.
However, like other idols who have solo careers, sometimes there are fans who want the star to only be active in one area. Jackson spoke about it recently, giving a direct response to those who complained about his career.
On Weibo, after a back and forth between GOT7 fans and those who are fans of Jackson’s solo work, the idol spoke out, basically telling everyone to only pay attention to what they want and avoid confusion.
Don’t do useless things… You like what you like, if you like it, then good; if you don’t like it, leave it. It’s been a long time since I joined a boyband again… I’m not used to it, but this is something between me and my brothers; don’t meddle. This is also my principle; everyone has their own position, so don’t start conflict; my solo is my solo, while the group is a group. Don’t do messy things: what’s the point? I only do it to hear echoes in a room. If you want to see it, then look; If you don’t like seeing it, then don’t see it.
—Jackson
Jackson also commented on his bond with GOT7, stating that they are brothers and silencing those who questioned his dedication to the group.
If you’re willing to support what I do, but at the same time also hope that people know what I’ve been through; I’ve been through a lot and there are a lot of complicated things that happen in this industry… The things I do are definitely different from what my group does. The logic is also different. Don’t base your judgment on people’s opinions because in most cases they don’t correspond to the facts. The group this time is brotherhood, which is also what I love. It has nothing to do with career. This is my family. I have my career, and so do they.
—Jackson
Many praised the idol for speaking his mind and hopefully stopping any conflict.
people need to understand that he is and will always remain loyal to the group AND he is and always will be a successful soloist. you can never question THE Jackson Wang when he’s been through so much https://t.co/BMXJUnPwJK
— ac ❄️ (@peachybamsbiij) December 29, 2024
the focus should be on the root problem, which is the toxic fans on both sides who feel they can dictate Jackson’s choices with his career and how that has affected him, but people are reducing it to a “regular war of fandom” between solo and group stans. deserves better. https://t.co/7SqEahXDgu
— MJ ☾ (@embl4zed) December 29, 2024
Got7 have always been very clear about this: they are GOT7 AND they are all individuals with different goals, aspirations and ambitions for themselves! They love being together AND they are also proud of their solo project. You can appreciate just one side without belittling the other. https://t.co/IcJG7LXSJ4
— BoP_WHAhgase❄️💫✴️ (@KassiopeaA67910) December 29, 2024
