BABYMONSTER is set to make their first comeback with seven members after the return of Ahyeon.
Ahead of the album’s release in April, YG Entertainment founder Yang Hyun Suk posted a video teasing the tracks that fans could expect.
Along with many of the tracks, it was track three called “LIKE THAT,” which he explained would be a surprise.
Yang Hyun Suk revealed that after Ahyeon’s amazing pre-debut cover of Charlie Puth‘s song “Dangerously,” the singer had gifted BABYMONSTER the song “LIKE THAT.”
He then ended by explaining that he saw this mini-album as BABYMONSTER’s official debut, as the members would be promoting.
When the news and teaser were first released, netizens praised the direction of BABYMONSTER. Some explained how important Ahyeon is, with that being the reason Charlie Puth gave the song, but also how age-appropriate and unique the teaser seemed to be for a group with members that are minors.
“The lyrics are corny” and thankgod they are because there is a 15 year old in the group so you shouldn’t really be surprised.. this is the perfect song for them and it’s giving disney rebels https://t.co/3RDjZ3mBLe
— ali (@sooyapaved) March 17, 2024
never question ahyeons impact again! https://t.co/TyKatefHjF pic.twitter.com/Q66p2Ssp17
— ᡣ𐭩ྀིྀིྀི (@rukasadoll) March 17, 2024
Sadly, like many past announcements, one thing overshadowed some fans’ excitement, and it was the presence of YG founder Yang Hyun Suk. Like in the recent video, every BABYMONSTER announcement has featured Yang Hyun Suk, whether it was the debuting lineup, the return of Ahyeon, or the most recent title track update.
After the video was posted, the discourse about Yang Hyun Suk once again became a hot topic online.
Yang Hyunsuk is using BABYMONSTER to revive his reputation in public.
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Netizens hit back at the YG founder after claiming he is seemingly using BABYMONSTER to revive his reputation.
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I STILL DONT GET IT WHY HE’S THE ONE ANNOUNCING EVERYTHING LET THE GIRLS BREATHE HAHAHAAHAH 😂
— 스카이♡ (@YGENTHUSIAST) March 17, 2024
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It isn’t the first time that a BABYMONSTER announcement has gained negativity because of Yang Hyun Suk, and it will continue to do so as long as he seems fully in control and present within their careers.