The picture you showed is the wrong Airi. The one in the pic you showed is Ito Airi and the Airi you are talking about is Kamiya Airi.

@kpop-spy

8 күн бұрын

Thank you for correcting me 🙏🏻

@ChRisu_Ojisan

8 күн бұрын

@@kpop-spy not a problem.

K-Pop copying black culture and never crediting it but XG is getting hate for respecting the same culture. Yea K-Pop can choke.

@mimiandy1683

14 сағат бұрын

Certain K-Pop stans are ridiculous. They "call out" XG for appropriation but refuse to call out K-Pop. And they _still_ listen to K-Pop music, even when they appropriate. Its not like they stop listening.

@ceriusblaq7018

6 сағат бұрын

I was about to make this same point. The audacity of people out here saying "keep k-pop korean" ...lol

XG isn’t just setting the bar. THEY’RE THE BAR

@Upper.M0on

6 күн бұрын

Facts

@sumisum2813

3 күн бұрын

Say it louder for the!

@GuuluuGuuluu

5 сағат бұрын

And Bar constantly moves up

4. As a black person, I seriously don't think XG is appropriating black culture either tbh.

@LeeYang-dw6fn

14 күн бұрын

There is a difference between appreciation and appropriating.. those that accused XG of cultural appropriating doesn't know a thing about hip hop, or XG is a threat to their favs, or haven't seen any of XG videos or documentaries.

@theymakefunofmyname-qz4dq

14 күн бұрын

I don't mind rapping, flows etc. But hairstyles (dreadlocks, boxbraids), particular clothes with graphics, types of bandana and most important - blaccent, wrong aave, twerk culture - these are big no no imo.

@BabyDanny_

14 күн бұрын

The braids and dreadlocks were against their will and they even said they didn’t want it.​@@theymakefunofmyname-qz4dq

@johnnyboyjohns2930

14 күн бұрын

@@LeeYang-dw6fnFacts.

@johnnyboyjohns2930

14 күн бұрын

@@theymakefunofmyname-qz4dqrelax before you implode.

XG is reminding me of the quality, energy, and excitement that i first felt when i got into kpop. I remember the hysteria every time a group like BTS or Blackpink was about to come back. It was an event, a spectacle, and you just *KNEW* that the groups would deliver something. Even if you didn't end up loving up the song, it would be undeniable high quality and displaying undeniable talent; the videos themselves would always be a cut above and innovative in some way. You used to mark the comebacks of the big groups on your calendars months in advance. Even if you didn't stan a particular group, there would be a noticeable buzz for months or weeks in advance about an impending comeback. Now, it feels like a group is coming back every other week and sometimes i don't even find out until the video pops up on my youtube recommended or i see someone talking about it on twitter...except XG. they're re-capturing that same lightning in a bottle that 2nd gen had in South Korea and 3rd gen had in both SK and then riding the Hallyu wave west into the Americas and Europe (mainly with BTS, but definitely others too). XG is managing a feat that the lazy, stale Korean conglomerates have seem to have forgotten, and that's truly cultivating artists, and continuing to encourage growth after debut. It seems like many of the newer groups have a few hits and then just rest on their laurels, never really improving but maintaining. XG feels like they're just getting started. Every comeback is proof. Its building that same excitement many of us older kpop fans have been missing.

We still talking about the same boring things they saying about XG 🤦🏾‍♂️ wish they would find something better to talk about 😂 their is no culture appropriation they hating on them for the popularity they are getting

Xg will dominate, I have faith in them, it’s 101% gonna be difficult but they have all the elements. And as a Black person they aren’t disrespecting our culture at all, unlike a lot of our fav groups.

@rubyaddison5446

14 күн бұрын

Facts 💯

@amiga4everandever

12 күн бұрын

🎯

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

지배를 한다니? 어디를? ???? 전혀 아니지,,,이들은 실패한 걸그룹이라고,,,,이들은 그런데다 제이팝 걸그룹이고 ,,xg및 이들을 추종하는 팬들은 애초부터 한국에 대해서 증오를 바탕으로 한다고.. ,,그점이 한국인들이 이들이 싫어하는 이유이거든

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

이들이 잘하는것은 Rap 하나만이고 나머지는 평범하든가,,,취약하다,,,, 그러니 이들이 실패로 가는 이유이다 ,,

@firavun8943

12 күн бұрын

@@Real-ranchia ah this butthurt Korean 🤣 I am glad XG makes you mad. It's so fun.

The thing I hate about kpop is that k fans will call anything or anyone a good rapper. They choose what is good rapping even if it’s horrible. Cocona has flow, she has her own lyrics and it seems she puts feeling into her rapping. Another thing I hate is people calling their favs all rounders when they barely know how to do their main position in the group. Cocona and Miya are actual all rounders. That’s all imma say

@sombatkhnor5720

14 күн бұрын

Kpop can't rap for nothing let alone dance. It's all a gimmick and the same typical routines. Xg can actually RAP and DANCE. They do Cyphers and freestyles. These are some of the most important elements in Hip-Hiop. They are an R&B and Hip-Hop group with some pop elements.

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

힙합이나 랩 사운드는 현재 케이팝에서 주류가 아니고 소외된 비인기 장르이다,그런데 이것은 일본도 유사하지

@rftg1793

11 күн бұрын

Exactly!!! Maya and Cocona are dangerous!! And they’re maknaes! 🤩 truly talented and hardworking ✨🙌🏼

@johnnyboyjohns2930

8 күн бұрын

Facts. 😤

@ChRisu_Ojisan

8 күн бұрын

Preach and say it louder for the people in the back...

They don't even make Japanese singles to satisfy their fans there. They are focused on the global market. And doing it by singing and rapping in English. Cringefest? One of their longtime songwriters is a Black woman. From Tippy Toes to the New DNA album(GRL GVNG, Puppet Show). Rachel West has writing credits in several of XGs songs. Other Black songwriters on XG songs, Sherwood Brown and Theron Thomas for New Dance. Several Atlanta based Black songwriters were credited on Shooting Star. Other songwriters include Benjmn (Undefeated)who has worked with Jason Derulo, Chris Brown and Lil Wayne.

@MarkCalica

14 күн бұрын

💯

@key-s6507

12 күн бұрын

From what I heard and seen their Japanese fans don't have a problem or care about their songs being English. I just watched the Osaka concert and they were going wild. Honestly, mostly all of their live concerts are loud and supportive.

@iyananana5701

10 күн бұрын

Japanese people i noticed that they don't care about the language of the song as long as it's good ,same goes for chinese,not like Koreans. ​@@key-s6507

@sumisum2813

3 күн бұрын

@@key-s6507it’s the kpoppies the kpop Stan’s that are scared of XG they will overthrown their favs

Why do people always scream about appropriating cultures, especially when it comes to Black culture. Like, I don't see anyone getting in arms when Kanye, Missy Elliot, Pharrell, Nicki Minaj... and other famous celebrities create their themes based on Japanese cultures. And how about all the kids in the West who are watching anime, trying to be ninjas, samurais... right now

@sydneysmom3680

13 күн бұрын

Lmao…if your offended talk about it. No ones stopping you. And I’m pretty sure people who actually care about their culture not being used as a profit are saying stuff and speaking up. Bc people using their culture for a product is disrespectful. Yall stay with these arguments about black people in particular, just say yall are racist and don’t wanna listen and go.

@justinle8787

13 күн бұрын

@@sydneysmom3680 Well me and a lot of people are talking about it because of you loud mouth, narcissistic, have no culture losers lol It's a pity that you have no culture of your own and have to defend others like they need you just to feel like you're included smh And telling someone they're racist when you don't even know which race they are is racist itself, youtube bot

@seoulku

10 күн бұрын

@@sydneysmom3680 THIS!

@12345678abracadabra

10 күн бұрын

Because the Japanese were never oppressed????

@weirdchickalert

10 күн бұрын

​Nah its just whining people who are sensitive. Like bucket hats were irish invention so black culture appropriation will be denied of it. Theres alot of things that doesnt match with what people complain about. Culture is already being used a market product though and it has been for years. Like authentic and fast food restaurants, so thats another thing that will be denied for culture appropriation @@sydneysmom3680

Me too im a black Alphaz and I love XG and the word"appropriation " is by people who fear XG if you stood on a pedestal telling young Asian girls how they should or shouldn't act like their idols e.g.Beyonce Mariah Carey Doja Cat Cardi B to name a few goodluck with that you can't tell these girls you can't wear your hair like Lauren Hill or you can't talk like Missy Elliott or even wear the same clothes as them it's their Idols who they admire and even their parents couldn't tell them what to wear or who they shouldn't like I love XG Alphaz for life XG world domination 🌏❤️🐺🔥✌️👍

@sombatkhnor5720

14 күн бұрын

💯

@kant.68

14 күн бұрын

💯!!! Good luck telling a bunch of teen girls to not follow trends or quit imitating your idols. You think Chisa is going ti stop imitating Lauryn or Madonna just because some snowflake online 😂??

@Truth.Alphaz

14 күн бұрын

@@kant.68I wouldn’t say they “imitate” Chisa and the girls have their own voices. It’s more of influences / inspiration. Not imitation

@kant.68

9 күн бұрын

@@Truth.Alphaz It is imitation. Is impossible for you to start creating an identity without recognizing traits and attributes external to you that, you either also recognize in yourself, find appealing or you deem positive for whatever porpoise or reason you may have. Chisa is imitating her idols, just like her idols were imitating theirs back in the day. I'm a writer and artist I know what I'm talking about. Imitating is the best way of learning

@EddieSmith917

7 күн бұрын

​@@kant.68very well said & 100% truth

XG deserves more. A stacked group with so much talent, visuals, and amazing voices.

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

전혀,,,이들이 잘하는것은 Rap 하나만이고 나머지는 평범하든가,,,취약하다 그러니 이들이 실패로 가는 이유이다 ,

@firavun8943

12 күн бұрын

@@Real-ranchia means you don't have an ear for music. Keep listening to generic K-pop shit. Also, their dance is superb and you can cry about it lol.

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

@@firavun8943 QQQQQ,,,XG 이들보다 더 뛰어나고 세계적인 인기를 누리는 케이팝 걸그룹은 얼마든지 존재 하거든,,

@firavun8943

12 күн бұрын

@@Real-ranchia not really. I checked many of them and they are not even close :)

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

@@firavun8943 노래 작곡이 않좋으며 멤바의 역량이 보컬 부터가 평범하다,,,,외모나 피지컬이 최악 수준이라고,,그래서 인기가 없거든

XG get's 0 benefits promoting in Korea, which has been proven already a few times, why waste their time performing on shows when nobody votes for them? They have already had 2 successful shows in the U.S HITC New York and HITC Los Angeles, they are doing everything the right way as of now. The reason XG English songs aren't cringy is because their songs are written in english, K-pop songs usually need to be translated into english and thats where the cringe can take place.

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

XG는 이제부터 한국에서 나가야 한다,,, 일본이든 미국이든 아무래도 좋다,,왜 이들이 한국에서 한국인으로부터 훈련을 받으며 케이팝 가수로 위장을 하는것이냐 말이다 ,,뮤직비디오를 한국의 업체가 제작마저 해주는데 일본인들이 그정도로 무능한가 ??

@rftg1793

11 күн бұрын

@@Real-ranchiaabout your last statement.. tell me you don’t know about business without telling you don’t know🙄 you haven’t even watched his livestream, inform yourself a little before embarrassing yourself

@Real-ranchia

11 күн бұрын

@@rftg1793 그냥 AR이다

@anastasia-rv5si

9 күн бұрын

Girl they gained a big international audience from performing on music shows in Korea so what are you talking about? Most of xg fans are kpop listeners & It never really was about winning it was about getting exposure and it worked as Kpop is huge in the west and their company was smart for making them promote mascara & shooting star on there as it help them tremendously with their views & growing their fanbase & that’s why they were able to have successful shows in United States.

@ogbezuwaprecious30

8 күн бұрын

Please only few Korean support xg lmao stop your cap,Most xg listeners are Chinese,Japan and Usa,Korean hate them with their all and would sneered them at every chance they get only few really love them​@@anastasia-rv5si

I think they should drop the Korean market completely because most Koreans do not give them the respect they deserve. This is not to say that they do not have Korean fans because they do. Since the majority of Koreans want to hate XG then XG should focus on Japan and USA. They will become bigger than BTS & Blackpink if they do this.

@AlphazXG_

14 күн бұрын

Yeah after seeing them go ballistic in Japan today, you might be right. They are going to go crazy in Japan for 3 more days too 😂 Osaka again tomorrow and Yokohama later next week

@jonathanwatson5818

13 күн бұрын

@@AlphazXG_ Seeing how Americans went ballistic for them at New York and LA. They will be insanely popular in the USA when they start promoting heavily over here.

@xwzxg

5 күн бұрын

Honestly their market is never Korea. Why they choose Korea bcoz it has better music show. All music shows well-recorded & shared on KZread while in Japan music show, copyright right is strict, they didnt post it on KZread that's why even Jpop fans are struggling to find content about Jpop bcoz mostly are paid like blog, vlog and its monthly purchased thats why Jpop (except those under JYP and 101 produce) they dont get exposure to global fans. So through Korean Music Show is one of the fastest way to reach global fans

@sumisum2813

3 күн бұрын

@@jonathanwatson5818They will! I say this as a BP fan. These XG galls remind me of BTS story and also has the group charisma and individual star power BP has. It’s a deadly weapon for succes❤ it’s a matter of time

9. Yes Cocona can sing good… but her rapping is supreme. Maya is the member who can rap but her singing voice is amazing. Just listen to her sing on Winter Without You ..

@ylsmkyy

14 күн бұрын

❤

@amiga4everandever

12 күн бұрын

💯

@rftg1793

11 күн бұрын

That’s what I’m saying!! Even in Left right✨ ugh love her 😩💕

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin

10 күн бұрын

Maya is their Lead Vocalist who Raps and Can Dance..Thats why we call her The ACE.all rounder

@sumisum2813

3 күн бұрын

I was shocked how good maya can sing wow! I thought she is a phenomenal rapper which she is! But her singing voice wow

It's impressive what they've accomplished especially with the resistance from Korean netizens. Keep in mind they aren't just a rookie group but an entire rookie production company also starting from scratch. I just hope they promote more in the west, baffling we don't see them on late night talk shows or radio stations in the US.

@JoshuaMayala-qy1qm

14 күн бұрын

I really hope that the north American leg of their tour opens doors for the girls cause I know the us market is where they're really going to get the FOUNDATION of the fanbase

@AlphazXG_

14 күн бұрын

@@JoshuaMayala-qy1qmthey have two shows in Latin America next month. Have had shows and large venues all over Asia (Malaysia, China, Abu Dhabi, Singapore) recently. This year they will be going to Thailand and Philippines. Europe later this year. Southeast Asia and Latin America will also be big markets for them.

@doraemon8975

14 күн бұрын

​@@JoshuaMayala-qy1qmnot really, because if they only have the japanese market, then they should be fine, but that's not what the group wants, they want to be global

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

XG는 이제부터 한국에서 나가야 한다,,, 일본이든 미국이든 아무래도 좋다,,왜 이들이 한국에서 한국인으로부터 훈련을 받으며 케이팝 가수로 위장을 하는것이냐 말이다 ,,뮤직비디오를 한국의 업체가 제작마저 해주는데 일본인들이 그정도로 무능한가 ??

@Stellartress918

8 күн бұрын

​@@Real-ranchia you're like Hinata and Juria's line in woke up, but more like the virus or tumor version that needed to be weeded out😂, and please, is second-hand embarassment not enough for you? XG's more than enough to crush more than 60% of the entire kpop group industry. Like take your Hybe's current drama for example HAHAHAH

8. PUPPET SHOW song is about make fun of the idol group stereotype who controlled by company and fans. 9: JAKOPS is genius, all XG members can sing and he has strategy just wait until all member singing and rapping.

@chihayaayase1299

7 күн бұрын

Whichhhh..... they did! Their newest single 'Woke Up' is full rap song, even vocal line rap and they all ate!!!! 🔥

Only kpop Stan think kpop is the biggest music market out there and everyone needs to be included in kpop to be successful

@user-xf2vf9wn5j

14 күн бұрын

It's so strange. Currently country number seven - and likely to fall eventually with the population slump. Additionally, the K-pop will take over the world myth is still being kept alive despite the very obvious rise of the Africans and Latin Americans. Too much insularity or misplaced arrogance?

On Harvey's voice: "It's not a crutch it's a paintbrush adding colors to her already to her standout vocals." You drop this 👑 Queen.

Just watching this video u can see the crazy amount of raw talent, charisma & stage presence XG has. It's unreal that all 7 of them are in the same group. It's sad that XG has to work 100x harder than almost all the other girl groups just becuz they aren't with the "big 4" Those groups get and have gotten a huge head start becuz of that. XG should be 100x bigger than they already are right now but they have so many factors working against them. Its actually mind blowing they have been able to accomplish what they have so far just 2 1/2 years after debut. XG willl not be denied though. Too much talent and drive in the 7 of them

@amiga4everandever

12 күн бұрын

XG’s fandom and views is totally organic - that’s why Harvey said ‘real views’ in Big Mad - I have seen way too many ordinary songs from other groups get 25 million views in 2 days

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

힙합이나 랩 사운드는 현재 케이팝에서 주류가 아니고 소외된 비인기 장르이다,,,,그런데 이것은 일본도 유사하지,,XG가 한국에서 무시가 되는 한가지 이유이고 심지어 일본음악시장에서도 그러하다 ,,XG가 도대체 무슨 대단한 재능을 가지고 있다는 말인가? ,,,전혀 아니고 약간의 재능에 불과하지

@rftg1793

11 күн бұрын

@@Real-ranchiado you have a life to keep writing nonsense? lol

@snehaganguly2178

11 күн бұрын

​@@Real-ranchia and shut it

@Real-ranchia

11 күн бұрын

@@rftg1793 깔깔깔

Kpop fans are always trying to trash this group because at the back of their minds, this is what they want their faves to be. Xg literally got all the girlies mad.

Gentlemen, R&B and Hip Hop must necessarily carry the aforementioned AAVE, just like "BLACCENT, it is the essence of those genres, otherwise it is not R&B or Hip Hop, XG is doing it in the most respectful way possible, Just check the channels that react to the group, I dare to assure you that more than 90% are People of Color, why none of them have raised their voices, they have the platform to do so, what's more, they love that there is a group that is doing the genres that many of them like and the fact that they can share it with their children without worrying that the children will hear inappropriate language or rudeness, if what the group does is okay with them, why is there Others whose liver is twisting? If those reaction channels do it only for the views, then they show us that many of you Cry out for the C.A. out of convenience and not genuinely.

@ceriusblaq7018

4 күн бұрын

Mainly because having one or even several Black People can represent an entire people... that's why. Why would you think that ALL of us are just supposed to be okay with something just because we saw other black people being okay with it? Being black and not saying something does not make something okay..

Adding another member to xg is ridiculous 😂i dont think she'll fit into their concepts and it really wont go well

It's great that the Korean government has made the K-Pop business a success. However, if you know where Korean idol groups' ideas came from and what they imitated, it would be wrong to say that Japanese groups are appropriating Korean culture. People who are so quick to call it cultural appropriation are just jealous.

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

?????,,전혀 사실이 아니다,,, 한국정부는 애초부터 케이팝을 지원 해 준적이 없다고 ,,케이팝은 철저히 민간 기업이 건설해놓은 것이고 ,,다음 일본의 음악 같은거는 원래 이전부터 한국인이 무시 한다 ,,일본은 원래 현대 대중 음악 에서 후진국의 위치 였으며

@btsismyoxyjin6577

9 күн бұрын

Exactly

@Ace-wx5th

9 күн бұрын

@@Real-ranchia It starts with President Kim Dae-jung's "Declaration of the President of Culture" in 1998. The government budget for 2023 for the content sector, including Kpop, by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea was 974.3 billion won.

@Real-ranchia

9 күн бұрын

@@Ace-wx5th 잘모르면 아는체 하지 말기를,,,, 너는 한국 사정을 잘아는가??? 케이팝 내부나 동향이나 정부의 과거의 행적에 대해서 잘아는가???,,너는 한국인이 아닌데 한국인보다 더 잘 아는가??

@Ace-wx5th

9 күн бұрын

@@Real-ranchia Google it as it's your country's government. If you were offended that I said it was successful and wonderful, I take it back.

XG has received so much hate and bs since 2022. First with Koreans for a multitude of reasons (xenophobia, not singing in Korean, statements made by Avex boss, etc) Kpop Stan’s saying they are culturally appropriating or copying another group, now there is a loud minority of the fanbase (especially in China) that hates XG’s producer / ceo Simon for unwarranted and political reasons. Its like they keep coming up with different angles to try to sabotage XG

Cultural appropriation? Then South Korea should only sing Hangul lyrics and SK should all wear Hanbok!. Appropriation my A$$!

@ALPHAZ-recce

7 күн бұрын

Then also the whole world should stop eating with chop sticks lol

@vmonk2

5 күн бұрын

Truth. And what about black and asian ballet dancers and classical musicians? Should they be canceled for appropriating Euro culture? of course not

Xg's vocal line is beast material as well. Y'all have to hear their latest vox tape, they each added a different layer to the song. And on top of that, ALL the rappers can sing as well. XG'S takeover is imminent

@24yeffinakawarjri24

13 күн бұрын

XG rap line - Demons XG vox line - Angels I really love the contrast between the two

@linnlawliet

14 сағат бұрын

and xg rap line writes their own rap on cypher songs they said it on the interview and behind the scenes of XTRA GAL cypher

I guess well said. I agree on your points as an Alphaz, but you missed one thing, the VOX line can actually SANG. (Chisa's power vocals , Juria's soulful angelic voice and Hinata's low register that can also hit a falsetto)

@rftg1793

11 күн бұрын

Even tho I’m in love with CHISA range💕 I also love Hinata voice note✨ it just combines so well with the group 🥰

XG, BaeMon and Kiss Of Life are DOPE GROUPS 💝💘💖! Not relying on wink wink aegyo, wink wink smile to the cam.

Youre damn right with Harveys voice 🩵🐺

No lies detected! Seriously, such high praise from you really means something. As far as XG rap evolving the scene looks to be paying off. From what I seen from Badvillain has got me so excited.

@JoshuaMayala-qy1qm

14 күн бұрын

yeah I didn't wanna say it but u can see that xg really opened a door where rap can be seen more importantly

@iynyxo

12 күн бұрын

Same! I’m a huge fan of XG (Alphaz) so seeing groups like BadVillian has me seated and ready to stan!!!!

@vmonk2

5 күн бұрын

Badvillain is so inspired by XG. As long as they admit that, I'm cool with them (but I think they won't admit it)

@DRUtastic

4 күн бұрын

@@vmonk2 no need for gatekeeping. Enjoy the movement XG has started.

XG is a unique group for me

@potathottwit7604

14 күн бұрын

They're just doing what has been done decades ago. How are they unique when all their genre, song choices, styling & choreography has been done? The messafe their songs have has also been tackled way before. All these funk, futuristic, hip hop rnb genre & concepts have been used long time ago. In fact, they actually cross with other kpop groups so how on earth are they "unique" if you're talking about the talent & how they perform, they actually still come across a lot of kpop idols especially western artists. A group who's main concept is being strong & empowering has been long done. What they're doing is nothing new

@doraemon8975

14 күн бұрын

Just say you hate them, that's more Easy and do'nt waste other people time

@IkusssGiii143

14 күн бұрын

​​​@@potathottwit7604bruh relax it's my opinion , and let's be real most of the kpop groups are following the same genre styles etc. like a cho cho train it's so boring to watch😅

@ren8854

14 күн бұрын

@@potathottwit7604 geez bro why are you so mad. They're unique enough to not be part of the typical "idol" stereotype. 4 rappers, hiphop and rnb as their main genre - even the singing style of their main vocalists is tailored to be rnb, rap cyphers that pay homages, all of that with the updated and upgraded trend of kpop styling choreo and formation, IS certainly unique. They don't have a 1:1 copy of anything

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

XG 이들은 케이팝 아이돌가수 그룹의 철저히 카피 하여 만든것이라 차이가 존재 하지않다,,장르나 컨셉도 그러하다

I remembered when this channel was saying XG won't succeed, but now guess this channel changed his/her mind lol

@authornikkih8266

14 күн бұрын

Thank you I thought kpop spy said XG should focus on their Japanese fan base unless they'll fail? Now it's the Korean audience? Wow no wonder the company is tiptoeing around the kpop label.

@kpop-spy

14 күн бұрын

Well, I had an opinion about this, but I decided to scrap it since I didn’t want the video to be too negative. But if you really want it, here you go: This whole juggling act between Korea, Japan, and the US? It's like they're trying to be everywhere at once, and that's a recipe for disaster. They're spreading themselves too thin, and it's not doing them any favors. Think about it - each market has its own quirks, demands, and competition. By hopping from one to the other, they're not giving any single market the attention it deserves. And let's not forget about brand identity. Constantly shifting focus makes it hard for customers to get a bead on what they're all about. Are they the go-to for the latest k-pop, the trendsetters in Japan, or the big players in the US market? Pick a lane and drive in it! If they don't hunker down and commit to one market, they're just going to keep spinning their wheels.

@AlphazXG_

14 күн бұрын

@@kpop-spythey recently sound out 72,000 tickets in Japan. Are booked in Korea, Chile, and Mexico next month. This is not including the rest of the world tour. I think they will be fine. The goal of XG from the beginning was to be a global group. It’s going to be difficult, but I’m sure they will find a way to make it happen.

@authornikkih8266

14 күн бұрын

​@@kpop-spyooooor think about it like this Japan has a huge hip hop and RnB scene, XG is just the first I know of to use Korea as a launch pad because of Japan's extreme copyright laws. Now they're appealing to their Japanese fans by having a lot of their content in Japanese and we all know how much Japanese people will support their own but they're also appealing to Western fans with the type of music they release fortunately Japan also likes this type of music hello?!! second largest music market for a reason, I've replied this before but XG can only try to communicate to koreans by participating in Korean shows every now and then because those people do not like them to save their lives and don't tell me you don't know why. In fact go to any XG stage on Korean music shows the amount of hate is why they will just never hunker down with the Korean public they can try to appeal to them once in a while but it's clear that the US and Japan are where the girls are really focused on, bringing a unique Japanese yet western flavour to their music. You can disagree but the writing is on the wall for who the company is really after so no they're not really spreading themselves too thin.

@AlphazXG_

14 күн бұрын

@@authornikkih8266Japanese support their own but they also support the originators too. I’ve seen so many Japanese people with classic jazz, r&b, hip hop, reggae, soul, and funk albums. A lot of them really appreciate and love black music. Janet and TLC had a sold out concert in Japan recently that XG attended.

Black man from the U.S. here. I grew up in the 90's and XG is refreshing, they bring it on vocals which remind me of TLC, Destiny's Child & EnVogue. Rapping wise they're incredible and varied. They show so much respect to Western culture, no one is appropriating anything. Take 7 is FACTS!

One thing i love about your videos is that you are always consistent with no favoritism. You deserve mad love for that 👏.

Thanks for talking about them, I've been a fan of XG since their debut, I haven't seen such a promising Japanese group since E-Girls, I must say I've been a Jpop fan since 2005 and a Kpop fan since 2010 and some of the accusations I've seen of cultural appropriation I find very funny especially made by Koreans, I'm a fan of jpop when it was still popular and I listened to kpop when I didn't know what I was listening to was kpop, lol. When kpop was not popular and was looking to expand overseas especially to the Japanese market the SM made a deal with Avex from Japan to promote their artists, Japanese singers were all the rage back then in Asia and part of America, I remember there were channels in Asia dedicated to Japanese music where they aired artists that were all the rage in Japan and that included Korean artists that were starting to promote in Japan. Many of us believed at that time that those artists were Japanese because they sang in Japanese, but I found out much later that they were Korean. The SM also hired Japanese choreographers and composers, on websites I remember Japanese people saying with irony "they hire Japanese composers and choreographers and call them Kpop" that's why it seems so hypocritical that now when Japanese record companies do the same thing they are criticized.

the problem is nonblack kpop fans think rapping fast = good rapping and that’s jst not what being a good rapper means and i want them to stop being delusional.

@linnlawliet

14 сағат бұрын

yes it's so annoying whenever i see those kind of comments and they don't even write their own rap

@earth222spirit6

13 сағат бұрын

@@linnlawliet this!!! u can be a GREAT rap performer but when it comes to being a RAPPER the precedent is that you write your own raps. thats the whole point! these idols are great performers but rappers they are not

@linnlawliet

13 сағат бұрын

@@earth222spirit6and xg rap line writes their own rap on cypher songs they said it on the interview and behind the scenes of XTRA GAL cypher

@earth222spirit6

13 сағат бұрын

@@linnlawliet not xg, other idols. but also they contribute to the writing but they dont even speak english fluently so they arent doing the full process however i do acknowledge that they do write. i love xg, im talking abt the k-industry in general (ik xg isnt kpop but still using it as an example)

@linnlawliet

13 сағат бұрын

@@earth222spirit6 i know bro i just telling the difference between XG and those their fav idols rappers it's really funny that they think their idols are on the same level with XG

The meaning of appropriation has been warped by kpop fans within the kpop space honestly. Now the protective styles were completely unnecessary (Completely unnecessary) but nothing else they've done has been an example of what people criticise them for. The discourse typically comes from people who support groups who's members have quite literally been racist and said slurs so it's best to ignore them entirely tbh. Aespa stans, KIOF stans, Ateez stans, Sistar stans, Baemon stans and so on and so forth. Seems like XG make fans of other groups inherently insecure so they look to discredit them instead of insisting their faves up their standards. It's all such a mockery of the very real issues we face as a collective and it's why i think black kpop stans have a lot to answer for in regards to that

THANK YOU for the hikaru one

They take turns shining I hope people with crazy bias level Stan’s give credit to other members when it’s due. Because at the end of the day XG is way better than all the other groups that’s active. That just means the clones is going to start appearing try hard hip hop dance crew imposters , and the rest of the active idols slowly have hip hop concept it’s going to dilute upcoming kpop music of this year. Example of genuine 4minute 2NE1….SNSD gotta boy era diluted came from a concept

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

크크크크,,,웃겼다,, 한국인들 정서에 대해 말을 해줄까? 일단 한국인의 대부분은 일본의 전부를 무시 하는 편이며 케이팝에 대해 자부심이 강력하지,,더구나 제이팝에 대한 폄하는 기본적이다 ,,,그래서 제이팝 가수는 한국인들이 절대 인정을 안한다고.. 그런데다 XG는 케이팝의 데드 카피의 산물이야,,제이팝은 이미 망한 후이다

I've always thought that the Japanese ppl do things better for some strange reason

Missed opportunity to say “they’re not trying to smooth out her edges they’re sharpening them”

I love XG! I'm excited for their comeback. I've noticed though that they lip sing or use a loud backtrack in a lot of their performances. I hope they are working on being able to perform live; I know they can do it and they'd truly be a force to be reckoned with. Another point you made about trying to appeal to a more international fanbase that worries me is that I know that international fans don't really buy music. I'm just worried they won't be as profitable.

@AlphazXG_

14 күн бұрын

They have performances with live vocals like the sxsw one. Also they are absolutely showing out today for World tour. Live vocals and all. My jaw is on the floor

@coco74836

14 күн бұрын

@@AlphazXG_ I'll look into that! That makes me happy to hear!

@kant.68

14 күн бұрын

They have permonaces in which they sing live too

@vmonk2

5 күн бұрын

"international fans don't buy music." Are you high?

hopefully after their latest release they switch things up a bit and put out voxs with the rap line and tapes with the vocal line

I think what makes Cocona unique and cool is her voice. I can't describe it, but it's just a treat for the ears.

Yeah sure it’s a Japanese company using K-pop’s wave but K-pop literally got to this scale thanks to Japanese market. The system of trainees came from Japan , the pop culture of Korea until very recently was strongly influenced from Japan… so it’s a win-win.

#3 Japan and Korea ARE stepping stones to a GLOBAL market. Trying to make this sound devious is disingenuous. Global companies are happy to sell their product to whoever will buy it. And I'm saying this from the middle of America...they're popularity is spreading. #4 Appreciation is NOT appropriation. If you watch any African American reactors, they love XG almost unanimously. They love the call backs to early 2000's hip hop and R&B.

Ngl I've seen a couple of videos like this and I'm glad that your comments are based and respectful.

4. I’m not a black woman. But I grew up with a strong black influence in my early childhood. Sometimes I have a blacent as a some say. It was only pointed out to me in middle school. So I tried getting rid of it when I spoke but I gave up by my freshman year of high school. It is not my culture at all. Yesterday my mom was on the phone with mother of the girl who babysat me as a child. That woman is exactly who I sound like when I start using my blacent. I am in a place that is uncommon to have a blacent as a non-black person but not impossible to have naturally.

You are so right about Hikaru not joining XG. I was actually so excited for her to Join 😅

3:14 ‘They use it like a TRAMPOLINE’ OMG now I know why they used the title for their latest Tape ✨😆 Thank you SOOO MUCH for this video🥹💕💕 I love XG so much they’re just different and I love them for that✨🤩 Something I’d like to add tho is…. Please people DO NOT SLEEP ON MAYA! She’s their hidden weapon!! I might be biased but after ‘Left right’ & ‘Winter without you’ you’d realize she can easily be in the the vocal line! She’s that girl!! For a reason she’s the lead vocalist✨ Each member has their gems honestly. I just would like to point out Maya’s 🥹 she deserves it ❤️

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin

10 күн бұрын

We Alphaz call her XG' s Secret Weapon, The ACE. She is their Lead Vocalist and Rapper and can dance too. All Rounder..After Juria and Chisa, Maya comes Third in vocal line. but during these Tàpes# you dont see her on the vocal line bcoz simon is building Hinata's confidence in singing (surrounded by their main vocalists) which is good too bcoz Maya already the lead vocalist. Her Rap game is A+++ untouchable even tho' people are sleeping on her but they are aware she is XG's ACE❤

Great analysis! Although X-pop wasn't their branding. They've always described themselves as global for the reasons you described. X-pop came from people like me (maybe only me, in the begining). As a half Japanese, half Korean American, calling an all Japanese group Korean-pop would get on my nerves! And global wasnt sticking. So I spammed every YT video I came across that called them K-pop, that they were X-pop. Did it 5x just this weekend. Lots of beef in the beginning, but after two years it is generally accepted with Jurin first using the term in a Dubai interview and now in her solo Tape 4. I like to think that it was us fans that gave them their own genre! Not their marketing team, which deserve praise otherwise!🫶👊🤘

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

일단 X-pop은 존재 하지 않는다,,,,X-pop이 성립을 하려면 X라고 하는 국가가 먼저 존재 해야 하거든,,,XG는 확고부동하게 제이팝 가수이고 ,,다른 어느나라의 소속은 불가능하다 ,,이들은 그러면 글로벌 한가??,,이것도 아니고 ,,이들은 7인중 5인이 순수한 일본인이고 2인은 혼혈 일정도야 ,,일본인들 기본 정서가 오직 순수해야 하며 외국과 연계는 불온하다고 믿거든

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin

10 күн бұрын

But their is an interview where they were asked about that, and jurin said XG is not jpop but Xpop bcoz they target a global fans..i cant remember which intrvw

@jaedo6180

10 күн бұрын

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin yes I mention it in my comment!

@jaedo6180

10 күн бұрын

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin it was their Dubai interview, which I mentioned in my comment.

I may not agree with all your opinions, I appreciate your thoughtful takes.

I thought this was gonna be a hate video and I was pleasantly surprised

XG SLAYYYY 😊😊😊😊😊

Can you do a video on psychic fever.

@JoshuaMayala-qy1qm

14 күн бұрын

Bro such a good idea😂

Yo all FACTS! Fantastic.

Great video!!!

Yup if you read the comments on XG content you can count with one hand the comments in hangul by real koreans.

lol 6 is sooo real listen to English songs by other groups is so cringe

When I said that Hikaru wasnt a good call or was going to join people got mad. But this is the true, she is a dancer, but XG already have it, she is a rapper and XG already have it, she has basically no vocals, is not good with english, she basically has nothing to offer, no addiction at all. She got a lot of talents, but her power would not fit XG

That rap line opinion isn't unpopular at all. It's probably the most common and popular one lol

Cultural appropriation and appreciation really just depends on who the person is. Some people find ppl like Xg dawning things like grills, hairstyles, or our specific streetwear, and influence as flattering. I do not but that’s just me 🤷🏾‍♀️🫢

@AlphazXG_

13 күн бұрын

NOBODY was complaining when PAUL WALL was wearing grills back in the day. He is actually one of the pioneers of grills in rap after he hopped on the song with Nelly. Why should we be mad at them for wearing grills? Especially silver ones with unique designs. Johnny Dang, JimmyBoi, and BenBaller are some of the first grill jewelers for rappers and rappers love them and they are Asian. What streetwear are you referring to because majority of their clothes come from Asian brands. Bape is a Japanese brand for example. Then they have a lot of clothes from small Korean / Japanese businesses. Coco is literally bald headed. I’m a black American btw so don’t try to use the “your not black” on me.

@sydneysmom3680

13 күн бұрын

@@AlphazXG_ girl it’s not giving your black, with the way your just instantly offended. STFU ain’t no one reading ur long ass spewl u have your opinions which are most likely wrong and ignorant and I have mine. Case closed 😃

@sydneysmom3680

13 күн бұрын

@@AlphazXG_ just about everything said was unnecessary. Bc what does it have to do with how I said cultural appropriation is really how an individual feels about it. I feel like there are elements of CA in xg as with many Asian pop groups….you don’t …want a cookie??

@AlphazXG_

13 күн бұрын

@@sydneysmom3680 I’m well versed in hip hop and have been listening to it for 20 years. You brought up grills and streetwear so I just gave some background information to refute the “CA” allegations. Also, Asians have an impact on hip hop as well, with Wu Tang Clan being a big example. Kung Fu movies were also big in the 70-90s and was influential to hip hop dances during those times. “DJ Yutaka is considered a legend in hip-hop culture of Japan. In 1982, DJ Yutaka had the opportunity to attend Sound Systems events in NY. He met Afrika Bambaataa, one of the iconic figures of the hip-hop movement. He became the only Japanese person to join the ZULU NATION, an INTERNATIONAL organization for hip-hop founded in 1973 in NY" I can get even deeper with this but I’m not about to get into a history lesson lol you are free to have your opinion.

@vmonk2

5 күн бұрын

@@sydneysmom3680 CA accusations are not just individual opinions. They can ruin artist's careers. You are spreading a lot of ignorant hate on XG, and I will call you out as much as I can

I love XG ❤ talented girls

So many XG clones. "Gonna keep ya gonna keep ya on ya tippy toes. Watch the way we move, the way we work, the way we glow. They ain't ready for us, we about to wreck the game, on the back of us, they follow like a choo choo train" XG straight talking facts on their debute song. They got all these 5th generation K-pop ggs following them like a choo choo train.

@potathottwit7604

14 күн бұрын

Dude, hip hop existed way before xg debuted. There has bewn gg's in the 2nd & 3rd being hip hop based & now that xg debuted y'all always insert them. The kpop hip hop groups on the market right now are good, actual rappers that doesn't act hard to be black.

@ElTemne

14 күн бұрын

Relax they didn’t invent hip hop/ RnB

@ElTemne

14 күн бұрын

@@potathottwit7604 acting black is a meaningless statement and I know you aren’t black because you said that. If you are you should be embarrassed tbh

@AlphazXG_

14 күн бұрын

Even if a group does take inspiration, let’s just handle it like the girls would. Be respectful and mind our business 😂 this starting comment wars with other fandoms is not something that Alphaz usually do. We already had a pretend / fake XG fan start a whole twitter beef with Aespa fans because of one tweet.

@ElTemne

14 күн бұрын

@@AlphazXG_ facts

XG GIVE 2NE1 vibe so hard🔥🔥

Hikaru probably going solo I would live to see that

They need to release a few Japanese singles. That will solidify their domestic market.

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin

10 күн бұрын

i dont think so for now..bcoz they are global girl group..they are not jpop singer but more like xpop..maybe in future they will after establishing a good strong fanbase

I don’t think they’ll ever be that big because girl groups aren’t really a thing anymore in the west 😑I think they need to play up the Korean artist part because that’s what people want. In the pop race the girls will be left in the dust because in the west we have a certain standard and look we go for for rappers and pop artists and the girls will never be respected RM spoke about this in a interview that Asian artist aren’t taken seriously they’ll always get the foreign K-pop of the award when they’re fully singing and speaking English and that’s true. In comparison to African artists that got popular after the K-pop craze they all have Grammies and are taken more seriously because they have the look and authentic sound that not only brings in money but gets people talking. Bang PD Hybe ceo also mentioned this 🤷‍♀️

Difference with XG and your favorite group they not in a era or doing a concept

The Next Video Will Be About "LE SSERAFIM."

@niall_rohzwin

14 күн бұрын

Guess u r about to spit fire 😂

@theymakefunofmyname-qz4dq

14 күн бұрын

I want to know your thoughts on LAY - PSYCHIC. Pls consider.

@layisslay

14 күн бұрын

Oh no…

@luvwonyy

14 күн бұрын

oh gosh lol

@user-nq4qo3ps9h

13 күн бұрын

don't you already hate on them enough lol

Black people saying or no it is not well just say you are bias and that you luv thier music its okay cuz if what xg is doing is not cultural approbation so the runaway runaway korean guy is not isn't it😂 😂

Boin oin oin, boin oin on. Launched right for sure.

your take on "Puppet Show" is a bullseye

XG, NiziU, Blackswan, Vcha are NOT kpop for different reasons, still talented groups no hate

@user-xf2vf9wn5j

14 күн бұрын

No one cares about your hate. Most people listen to music with their ears. They see no need for passport checks.

@soyeonvsveggies

12 күн бұрын

blackswan is kpop, they sing in korean and promote in korea. your nationality doesn’t determine what kind of music you sing lmao

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

XG, NiziU, = 제이팝가수들 브차(Vcha)= 미국팝가수이다- 블랙스완 = 케이팝가수이다

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin

10 күн бұрын

XG is Xpop not jpop..but they are from japan..but that doesnt mean they do jpop..(global)

@anastasia-rv5si

9 күн бұрын

Niziu is Kpop too hun you can be both Kpop & Jpop as they also release Korean music and literally promote their Korean music in Korea & the same goes for snsd, twice, Itzy & stray kids that make Japanese songs & promote those songs in Japan. Also Blackswan is literally a Kpop group as they make music in Korean and promote in Korea and the group themselves say they are Kpop idols.

No doubt cocona is a beast, I but I seriously think the rapping should mainly be Maya and jurin and cocona have an iconic rap part and then sing.

@rftg1793

11 күн бұрын

Agree!!

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin

10 күн бұрын

Cocona singing?.. Nah...Im mot saying she cant sing, but she looks dangerous when rapping...She is a Rap-beast..jurin cant outdo cocona, lets be honest...Cocona & Maya are on the level of being Main Rappers...Rapper Maya is untouchable even though she is their lead vocalist...

@naevitzy

10 күн бұрын

@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiin well it's not about really outdoing eachother. Jurin is the most well known member, and her skill is amazing maybe just not your preferred style. But okay I respect your opinion, cocona is really good in rap, but her singing is also good, like she's known for rapping but her singing should also be recognised.

@LoloJohnson-lu5fh

8 күн бұрын

@@XgMaya_JiminMaxiiinnah fr Maya sure is untouchable when it comes to rapping. All of the rappers in xg can rlly spit tho

@vmonk2

5 күн бұрын

Pretty much the whole world disagrees with you - including the black american hiphop/rap community

3:13 XG? Trampoline? Boiioioioioing boioioioioing.

Honestly if you dont have haters you not shining

XG's not juat sertinf the bar, THEY ARE the bar!!!!! 100!

tldr; xg gen leaders

Yes. Except for HInata, the other members fit the Western beauty point of view and do not meet the East Asian beauty standard. (Don’t get me wrong. They are very attractive, but they are not Korean beauty standards : Big eyes with double eyelids, egg-shaped face, high nose bridge and small lips.)

@Oppps

12 күн бұрын

Who cares about Korean beauty standards?? They are not K-pop! They are more beautiful without plastic… I care for talent which they have

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

QQQQQQQ,,,,,케이팝이 전세계적인 인기의 바탕은 가수 아이돌들의 외모이다,,아이브 뉴진스 애스파 블랙핑크 등등,,,,XG는 심각하게 추악한 외모임이 확실하다

@rftg1793

11 күн бұрын

Honestly even first generation of kpop didn’t care about the beauty standards but their talent!! It’s not like that anymore and imo is the biggest downgrade. But XG are that! They’re talented and hard working! Don’t get me wrong in every industry they care about the visuals but in Western countries is more important what uniqueness the artist can bring to the table for them to stand out! (that can include unique visuals but more talent and personality) Just compare every western artist, they have their own concept. XG is aiming to that, to a global approach and they’re succeeding!

@Real-ranchia

11 күн бұрын

@@rftg1793 아니거든,,,케이팝 걸그룹은 처음부터 외모를 중시해 왔다고,,,그래서 성공을 얻은것이고,,,최근 추세는 여기에 추가해서 피지컬도 좋고 나이도 어리고,,,노래는 그렇게 좋지 않아 ,,,케이팝은 실력을 중시 하지않는다,, 그런다고 인기가 좋은것이 아니거든,,인기를 못 얻으면 팀은 해체를 당한다고,,,XG 의 회사나 에이벡스는 이를 무시 하던데,,,그런데 사이먼은 무려 케이팝의 보이그룹 출신이다 ,,,현재 음악시장에서 비쥬얼을 무시 한다면 그냥 멍청 하든가 크게 실수를 하는것이야,, 아티스트를 지향한다 ??....인기가 많은 아티스트는 극도로 드물지,,,성공한 아이돌 가수는 흔해도 말이지

@vmonk2

9 күн бұрын

lets see your pic

Are these unpopular takes?

@NamJooniess

3 күн бұрын

It’s in the title jackass

XG hiring black producers/writers doesn’t mean they can’t be appropriating. I mean a bunch of K-pop songs also come from black artists doesn’t mean they are innocent either. XG do partake in the accent, styling like braids, grills, bandanas. Some ppl mind and some don’t. I mean look at Bts they went to America to learn about the hip hop culture with a black artist but still they have said the N word multiple times and have styled braided hair. They’ve kinda apologized for that and grown from those times but I’m just saying simply working with black artists don’t make u innocent.

@Dream.Lies0712

5 күн бұрын

did you even look at the current credits for woke up?! lol reading is not something new. do ur research. and also.... by the end of the day if carry the minority opinion here. u can look up every reactor that is black out there about XG and tell me if u get them to ur camp and say the same thing. its democracy anyway so yeah. u are entitled with ur opinions as we are entitled in ours.

@vmonk2

5 күн бұрын

Are you black? If not stfu

@NamJooniess

3 күн бұрын

Please sit down baby

I see a lot of back & forth here that are coming CLOSE to making a point. First, to clarify, I'm a Black person, in America and I AM a huge fan of XG. I've watched the documentary, every video, etc. Yes, they do indeed work with black producers, hairstylists, etc. Yes, they have outright stated that they are influenced by A LOT of Black artists and that is who they aim to be like. Yes, they have worked hard to perfect that. HOWEVER, none of that disputes the fact that Hip Hop, and R&B, were started by African Americans and THEN spread around the world. Everywhere. XG is not even close to being the 1st to do this. It's been going on a looooonngg time. Add to that, YES, some of their hairstyles and choice of clothing....also African Americans. Here is what I don't like(and maybe other Black folks). I don't like that MANY people will never acknowledge that XG are emulating, borrowing, appreciating, and yeah appropriating, from people who NEVER get the appreciation for having started it. When performers do this type of thing, no credit, funds, or acknowledgment usually makes it back to the Black Community. In fact, a lot of artists will just "borrow" what they want from Black people for a while BECAUSE it's "hot" or "trendy" at the moment. Then, as soon as it is not anymore, they go right back to making a product that caters to their own cultures. Also keep in mind that while these folks are usually praised for having grills, tweaking, or really any type of behaviors or looks, AFRICAN AMERICANS are classified as heathens, thugs, unprofessional, uncouth, dumb, when WE do it. We simply NEVER get the same treatment for the same actions. For those who stated sentiments like "why is is a big deal" or "get over it" ask yourself, why are we not allowed to be upset by this? Just because you don't see these things happen that does not mean it doesn't. Just because it's not a big deal to you, that does not mean that other people don't care or should not care. That being said, I DO appreciate that XG does take the effort to outright name/list the original artists, rappers, DJs that they get their beats from or the MCs that they are inspired by. I would like to see more of that all around. Also, for the person who tried to use WU Tang Clan as a counterpoint... They went to Asian continents to study with people because they appreciated part of their culture. Once they figured out that they were only appreciating it from a surface-level standpoint, they took the effort to GO THERE and learn the history behind it and learn more about the people who made it and what it meant to THEM. Lastly, watching anime and cosplaying is NOT appropriation... You cannot compare a fictional piece of work to what African Americans' lives are actually like.. Honestly, it is comments like the ones we see on this video that immediately call for us to either be quiet or get over it that make ME the most upset. Also, I get quite upset when I hear things like "these girls are the best rappers ever! No one can do it like them!" OR " No other women can rap like them..." I LOVE these girls but that is nowhere near the truth. The TRUTH is that the people making those comments probably do not actually listen to hip hop OR they really don't listen to dozens and dozens of Black Women that actually inspire XG or . Tell me, does anyone here listen to and/or appreciate Tierra Whack Rapsody Little Simz Jean Grae Chika Sampa the Great Remy Ma ............

@missright9159

4 күн бұрын

LOVE your viewpoint and that you took the time to state it. Thank you. Seems the majority of the online discourse is irresponsibility apologists because it's just easier to shut up and not give things two thoughts. Why are we so easy to sellout our own culture and fawn the second we detect a hint of "appreciation"? East Asians don't point to the Wu Tang Clan as a savior of their culture and what dignifies it, so forgive us if we don't want to leave it to XG to represent us at our best. If I hear another, "as a black person," it'll be too soon. Like, that's not the permission one gets to get for straight stealing. And I don't care how many black people style them and do their hair. Like you said, it doesn't make it back to our community and what has been taken has not been restored. The world is at a deficit when it comes to its treatment of black people. XG can't even begin to rectify that, and they shouldn't have to, so they can just stay in their own lane if they're not willing to put in the work.

@Jaykurosakii

4 күн бұрын

Hold on hold on, “funds make it back to the black community” You know these girls still live in dormitories right? They aren’t mega rich, despite all of the hard work they put in for 7 years. They have good money for 18-22 year olds, but I doubt any of the girls have $100,000 individually to their name. We have rappers in America that are super selfish with hundreds of millions and do absolutely nothing for the black community. Travis Scott literally sacrificed people at his concert and showed no remorse. These girls still need to take care of their families and themselves.

@Jaykurosakii

4 күн бұрын

You have to realize that most of the people who say that they are best rappers ever either live on the other side of the world, are under 25, and don’t listen to a lot of hip hop. They have a right to an opinion, even if you think it’s objectively wrong. I rarely see people say that btw.

@ceriusblaq7018

3 күн бұрын

@@JaykurosakiiI think you missed the whole point if that is the only thing you can focus on here. At no point did I say that XG was responsible for paying the Black Community. In fact, I stated that they may be one of the only performers that actually gives credit to the black community. The majority of my point has nothing to do with $$$ and who gives what/where. Yeah, I mentioned it but that is not the overall point of my statement. I'm not even attacking XG directly. Instead of immediately jumping to their defense(for no reason) go back and read some of the points that I DID make and take a moment to think about them outside of how YOU personally feel.

@ceriusblaq7018

3 күн бұрын

@@Jaykurosakii I DO realize that which is why I said what I said. I literally said that they don't actually listen to hip-hop. I said that. I am also not denying anyone an opinion. I merely stated that their opinion is based on their personal limited knowledge and it shows. I shared MY opinion as well. Also, your point here is kind of invalid. I mean...I don't live in Japan but I know who XG is....and I knew who they were BEFORE they got as big as they are now... I also know plenty of people around the world (under 25 as well) who know a lot about hip-hop. Again, though, the point I was making is that these people who make that type of statement clearly never ever bothered to look at the black community or artists that influenced XG in the 1st place; even when XG themselves has told them to....

I believe that Puppet Show was clearly talking about controlling men. I agree with the “Look in the Mirror” and “Take a Walk in Women’s Shoes” point, but it was still speaking about controlling men. Unfortunately it’s a song talking abt and against the struggles that women go through with a poetic stance. It’s just one of those songs to highlight an issue, but boost confidence and awareness, while still putting down another party. Ppl do it all the time; Black ppl talking abt White ppl in there music is the only example that comes to mind, but this is actually very common in female empowering music (I also just that abt Gays vs Straight or Fat vs Skinny music) It’s a dig on the person in the other side of the lyrics it’s just wrapped a pretty in poetry (if that’s even the approach taken cuz something’s it’s just flat out) (Response to Comments: Am I the only one who listened the Lyrics of the Song??? I don’t care what the producer said or what the music video shows; the lyrics are what hold the power and define the essence of a song, and the lyrics in “Puppet Show” by XG are very clear and direct👀)

@authornikkih8266

14 күн бұрын

Ironically Simon debunked this meaning in one of his Instagram lives, the song is actually about the idol industry and how controlling and brutal it is.

@kahilmclaurin7800

14 күн бұрын

@@authornikkih8266 Idk, it’s giving Cookie by NewJeans was abt a treat for fans even tho the lyrics were clearly not talking abt that

@franksengatti5499

14 күн бұрын

​@@kahilmclaurin7800​@authornikkih8266 puppet show mv clearly shows an incognito man(idol) trying to escape(kpop industry)by jumping over the cliff trying to get to the other side(freedom) but explodes mid-air(record label still controlling him). Beginning of mv those huge figures hold the puppet strings are record labels.

@vivianledesma4579

14 күн бұрын

You totally missed the point of the song . .. what you said here is your interpretation . . .Simon XG’s manager clearly stated that this song was meant to address the Kpop industry where most idols have to be like puppets and just do what management says . . We cannot be so focused in our vision and look only at one meaning . .. a song can have diverse messages and we need to do our research before spouting outrage

@kahilmclaurin7800

14 күн бұрын

@@franksengatti5499 That’s a good point, cuz I actually didn’t watch the MV, but it is a common issue where MVs do not give the vibe of the song, and although this is what’s said the best the interpretation of the song in the MV, the lyrics of the song say something different. Sure, we have a man running away from the Kpop industry in the MV, but the lyrics literally said “Imagine a World where we can play different roles, where girls are taking control”.

um yr not blk i dont think you have a say in that...

@sydneysmom3680

13 күн бұрын

Like what😭😭😭 it’s actually so insensitive of them.

@user-jh3qr6rj6t

11 күн бұрын

@@sydneysmom3680 right !

@vmonk2

5 күн бұрын

So tell me what is YOUR say?

@user-jh3qr6rj6t

5 күн бұрын

@@vmonk2 what does this mean??

I notice you claim XG rappers write their narrative with how they own the raps, but you seemed to strategically avoid actually saying they're songwriters in the literal sense. Since real rappers write their own lyrics and anyone who doesn't is just a puppet (not the puppeteer), are the 4 rappers credited as writers?

@AlphazXG_

12 күн бұрын

Doesn’t really seem like you know hip hop because big rappers like Kanye, 50 cent, and Drake have used writers before. A lot of American rappers use writers / ghostwriters they just hide it and pay people off instead of being upfront about it. Also, why are you expecting 18-21 year old to completely write their own lyrics in their third language? They are receiving guidance and help from experienced songwriters. I don’t see the problem. Even Chris brown who can sing dance and rap said he received help to write early in his career and now he has written plenty of songs in his 30s.

@DB20204

12 күн бұрын

@@AlphazXG_ Oh boy. That argument holds no water. There's a difference between using writers for some songs and exclusively relying on writers. When you have zero writing credits to your name, that's when you are not a real rapper. XG are the best in the game, but that's a matter of presence and execution, not creativity. They cannot "be the bar" as the video claims if they don't actually write the lyrics. Granted, the lyrics sound tailor made, so I can only hope the actual artists behind the lyrics are working with them closely and that they're learning and will some day start writing themselves. But they are not the standard of what being the best rapper in the industry is when there are rappers in the industry who actually write their own stuff and have just as good stage presence and execution. They're not even the standard for girl group rappers, which notoriously don't write their own stuff, because there are some female rappers in kpop who do actually write their own stuff.

@AlphazXG_

12 күн бұрын

@@DB20204 Cocona and Maya have writing credits for “Show You Can” so they definitely have the ability to write. Also, in one of their recent vlogs Cocona basically said she helped with lyrics of Tape 4. DayDay and Simon primarily help them with lyrics and they are well versed in hip hop history and culture. Simon is basically like a father figure to them and DayDay is very close to Simon because they used to be in the same kpop group. They want the girls to be able to write amazingly on their own one day so they are guiding them and helping. We don’t want kindergarten bars and flows like that other group. This is a process and they already have great flow switches, pronunciation, speed, and cadence when rapping. Real hip hop heads that react to / fans of XG can clearly see the talent and potential of XG’s rappers. Majority of those other kpop rappers sound CORNY.

@AlphazXG_

12 күн бұрын

@@DB20204 please, name me one kpop rapper that raps in 3 languages on the level of XG and give me some song examples so I can compare their Japanese / English rapping abilities.

@DB20204

12 күн бұрын

@@AlphazXG_ RM and Suga. Easy. Oh, and they write.

힙합이나 랩 사운드는 현재 케이팝에서 주류가 아니고 소외된 비인기 장르이다,그런데 이것은 일본도 유사하지,,XG가 한국에서 무시가 되는 한가지 이유이고 심지어 일본음악시장에서도 그러하다 ,,XG가 도대체 무슨 대단한 재능을 가지고 있다는 말인가? ,,,전혀 아니고 약간의 재능에 불과하지

if you are not black, stop speaking on black issues.

@Xile179

6 күн бұрын

No cause as an xg stan were gonna protect our girls from controversy no matter what our skin color is so stay mad 🤷

My only unpopular opinion is that im getting tired of the alien concept especially since they started dressing weird lately, but i do like Coconas shaved head tho

And yes working with Black producers and having them as inspiration thats what alots K-pop and jpop IS about lets wait when one personne will give out the n-word with hard r 😂

@doraemon8975

14 күн бұрын

That's is not going to happen whit XG

@kant.68

14 күн бұрын

Obviously nobody is gonna write a lyric like that

이들은 실패한 걸그룹이라고,,,,데뷔 한지가 벌써 2년이다 ,,,인기 있는 그룹이라고 할수가 있는가?? 실패 이유 가 무엇인가 ??? ,,, 이들 은 분명하게 일본을 대표 하는 제이팝 걸그룹 인데다 이들 xg 및 이들을 추종하는 팬들 애초 부터 한국 에 대한 증오 를 배경으로 한다 한다 .., ,,한국인들이 이들의 정체를 감지하고 배척을 하고 이지매를 가하는데도 이들이 성공이 가능한가 말이다,,,

@Yessycakes

8 күн бұрын

why are you such a hateful ass person, like damn you're on here hating a group of young women just trying do shit the way THEY want to do. They continue to have a strong and loyal fan base because they're out here doing something different and bringing something different to the table that hasn't been done from an asian girl group specifically, as far as I know. Most people that listen to xg all started listening to them as kpop fans! If you're mad that they're loved all over the world just say that! Because here in america baby they're topping the charts! They've already had a #1 on the spotify hot trending songs beating both the weekend and lil uzi, #1 on the US r&b itunes charts, #3 on the US rap/hip hop itunes charts, their Woke Up mv being #1 on youtube 2 days in a row in world wide and US categories, them also being the most popular group at Head In The Clouds Festival in both NY and LA, also being the most popular group with the biggest crowd at KCON LA. Like just give it up and say you're mad! A lot of us love xg and love kpop too, my top favorite kpop groups being aespa, ive and new jeans! all groups with different and cool concepts that are topping the charts for that reason, that they also bring something fresh and new to the table. most of the people I've seen that don't like xg are all kpop stans that are xenophobic towards other asians. I recently saw some kpop fans being xenophobic towards ningning from aespa calling her lingling, like how about we talk about that first!

Hip-hop and rap sounds are currently not mainstream in K-pop, but are neglected and unpopular genres. However, this is similar in Japan. This is one reason why XG is ignored in Korea and even in the Japanese music market. What kind of talent does XG have? Does that mean you have it? ,,,Not at all, just a little talent.

If xg can get a pass with missusing aave & heavily copying black american artists "hairstyle" & style, then other non black artist should too. The way y'all mad when an idol do the same thing xg does but when xg does its suddenly "appreciating" or its because they have "black composers & producers". Hip hop can be done properly without having to copy what black american artists did.

@ElTemne

14 күн бұрын

We aren’t stupid and MOST of us aren’t kpop stans to begin with, we know what appropriation is…. XG don’t do that. I think you need to educate yourself 👌🏿. They’ve misused AAVE perhaps once in their entire careers, usually it’s written by Rachel West who’s black American. They’re also simply being themselves, 7 Japanese girls who idolise black artists and are students of the game. Copying is ludicrous, their identities are heavily influenced by the artists and music they’ve spent the last 10 years following. You tell me how you think Japanese women should act

@medhiboutar

14 күн бұрын

They aren't missusing AAVE, that's basics one wrote by black american writers using the hip hop RNB language, you can't ask lyricists to write hip Hop RNB song in english without using basics AAVE when needed and that's really few words here and there. They don't use" black american hairstyle ",Cocona once had hair style a couple of days that brought legit concern and they fixed it (that was few days 16 month ago). They are inspired fashion wise by hip hop rnb artist and nothing wrong with it, if you were educated about it you will know that fashion wise you had exchange between japan and hip hop rnb culture for decade . The stylist designer of Bape,probably the most iconic brand related to hip hop back then , is japanese. Yes there are a fine line and they need to pay attention to not crossing it but for the moment they are doing it the right way and should be take as example by the kpop industry, if you want to cancel group about this they are the last in the list in the industry.

@craigtaylor3773

14 күн бұрын

How can Hip hop be done properly I would love your take on that?

@rubyjane_5328

14 күн бұрын

Girl. They have NEVERRR misused AAVE what are you even talking about. A non black person using AAVE should not be a bad thing as long as they don’t misuse it.

@AlphazXG_

14 күн бұрын

I have heard kpop artists and Korean rappers talk about being in the trap, shooting guns, doing drugs etc but XG lyrics are ALWAYS respectful. Never a fake image at all. Their lyrics are about being strong, confident, and hard working women.

I don’t think it’s the singing and rapping that’s appropriation but it’s like what you said in the other video sometimes they use black culture as a costume (grills, hairstyles) especially the rappers

@stephanieallangarman5598

14 күн бұрын

Unfounded and please react to their DOCUMENTARY SERIES “Xtra Xtra”. Many TOXIC Stan’s from Kpop Groups try this accusation but it’s untrue.

@ElTemne

14 күн бұрын

They’re just being themselves and that’s the critical misunderstanding a lot of you have - watch the docs like the other person said

@Jams-bs6cw

14 күн бұрын

@@stephanieallangarman5598 not feeling negative it’s just a fact, rappers in the K-pop industry wear black culture as a costume.. and at this point as an black person, I’m just shrugging my shoulders it’s something that’s so deep in the industry I know my little comment won’t change a thing. But side note just because something has been going on for a long time doesn’t make it right🤷🏾‍♀️ love their music though and I know that they understand their influence is from black culture. No hate to the girls, because it’s not them getting the outfits or even producing some of the songs. It’s just a FACT notice how I didn’t say they were appropriating, I honestly hate the term and this group doesn’t do that by let’s not forget certain things

@Jams-bs6cw

14 күн бұрын

@@ElTemne not feeling negative it’s just a fact, rappers in the K-pop industry wear black culture as a costume.. and at this point as an black person, I’m just shrugging my shoulders it’s something that’s so deep in the industry I know my little comment won’t change a thing. But side note just because something has been going on for a long time doesn’t make it right🤷🏾‍♀️ love their music though and I know that they understand their influence is from black culture. No hate to the girls, because it’s not them getting the outfits or even producing some of the songs. It’s just a FACT

@user-lt1qx3me1i

14 күн бұрын

​@@Jams-bs6cwstop with this bs - "black culture". People with the same skin colour has different cultures. Stop generalize them.

XG needs to leave Korea from now on. Either Japan or America is fine. Why are they training in Korea with Koreans and disguising themselves as K-pop singers? A Korean company even produces the music video, but the Japanese do it. Is he that incompetent??

@Dream.Lies0712

12 күн бұрын

Huh?! The main choreographer for XG is sienna lalau and choreo director ren which is also japanese. Lol wompwomp. U just mad coz they better than ur faves

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

@@Dream.Lies0712 하하하 ,,,,XG는 케이팝 스타일을 만들어지고 훈련도 한국인이 뮤직비디오도 한국 영상 업체가 만들어준것이라고,,,안무가 ??? 작곡가???,,지금은 케이팝 보이그룹 ,걸그룹 대부분도 그런 실정이거든

@autumn-lu2cs

12 күн бұрын

​@@Real-ranchia lol what is kpop style? Kpop was also taken from the pop style from the west?

@Real-ranchia

12 күн бұрын

@@autumn-lu2cs 지금 아이돌 가수 체제는 미국에서 발명이 된것이고 이를 한국인들이 수입 한후에 개량하여 현재의 케이팝 아이돌 가수 체제가 탄생 한것이므로 미국팝을 앞지른 형태로 가장 발달이 되있거든,,,,,이제 미국팝 조차도 시시해 보인다

@key-s6507

12 күн бұрын

You must be bored. I can't help but wonder why ppl do this, why are giving attention to something you don't like why waste your time and energy? Like I know you hate them but to give them your attention, ppl like you are interesting, to say the least. This is an honest question, if you wondering.

They need to stop doing covers. There's nothing impressive about that. We already know what they can do, so now let's hear some creativity.

@Jaykurosakii

14 күн бұрын

They don’t do covers often. They only put them out before a big single drops.

@eekay3646

14 күн бұрын

@@Jaykurosakii Point taken. But it gives me the impression that they're "trying too hard" to prove themselves. They don't need to prove themselves. They just need to put out full albums.

@Jaykurosakii

14 күн бұрын

@@eekay3646 I personally don’t think they are trying too hard. The covers are usually short and they are paying homage to artists they love. Also there are a lot of factors that play into dropping a full album and they might not currently have the resources or budget available at this time to with XGALX being a small company. XG is still a rookie group, and I’m sure they would want to drop something high quality instead of rushing out an album.

@kant.68

14 күн бұрын

@@eekay3646 Fans ACTUALLY like that, and that’s a good way to promote the group. The Cypher went viral.

@Dream.Lies0712

13 күн бұрын

Doing covers and tapes is part of hiphop culture. Reading makes wonders!

lots of japanese have a noisy voice. I wonder why.

They're kpop

@kiwi-kpop-3gjkl1

14 күн бұрын

NOT kpop

@stephanieallangarman5598

14 күн бұрын

Watch the Documentary Series “Xtra Xtra” and this is FALSE.

@franksengatti5499

14 күн бұрын

Name one kpop or jpop group sounding like XG. More American pop

@user-xf2vf9wn5j

14 күн бұрын

They're just very, very, good. And I hope with all my heart it pays off with massive global success.

@justkidding69

14 күн бұрын

what’s the K in KPOP then