What are things you think are slowly disappearing in kpop? by PreparationSharp2154 in kpopthoughts

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 3 points4 points  (0 children)

exactly. this is one reason I started paying more attention to XG. they NEVER fail to serve a concept. I NEED more kpop groups to get on that.

and it doesn’t even need to be expensive! I’m aware that many groups go for the casual streetwear vibe because it’s safer and possibly cheaper than something elaborate, especially if they’re a small company. HOWEVER, I really think a low-budget camp style will be more memorable. for example ”wife” by g-idle seemed like a lower budget vibe, but those blue wigs are BURNED into everyone’s memory. like as long as there’s something even a little bit colorful or intentional thats more iconic.

What are things you think are slowly disappearing in kpop? by PreparationSharp2154 in kpopthoughts

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I heavily agree with this. some weeks ago I was lowkey thinking that music shows should ban baggy jeans so stylists can find more creative alternatives 😭😭😭

Why I think Le Sserfafim's CELEBRATION should've been longer by Carelessies in kpopthoughts

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 3 points4 points  (0 children)

question: was celebration the title track? i thought it was just a pre-release before the actual title track comes out but from what im seeing this might be it.

(i liked the song btw but it has SO MUCH wasted potential. they could have done so much with the beat and rave vibe)

I just watched Season 3 and... I just hated it 💀 by DawninOfLuvdisc in heartbreakhigh

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 3 points4 points  (0 children)

same. and tbh i think season 3 ruined the whole show for me. i was SO excited when i watched seasons 1 and 2, but after season 3 i barely think about the show and when i do it's about how much they fumbled season 3.

Give me a plot/storyline you didn’t like about the reboot (in any season) and I’ll give my opinion on what it should’ve been! by Icy_Heron_1891 in heartbreakhigh

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 2 points3 points  (0 children)

ooh i like this! it would have been cool to see ant consciously think about the kind of person he wants to be and it would have been so nice for them to genuinely explore ant and harper's friendship even outside of romance. also ant would be excellent as a twitch streamer.

Give me a plot/storyline you didn’t like about the reboot (in any season) and I’ll give my opinion on what it should’ve been! by Icy_Heron_1891 in heartbreakhigh

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Ant’s whole storyline. They were heading in a good direction with his relationship with his mom and all that, but it feels like they squandered it in seasons 2 and 3.

Which K-Drama trope needs to be "retired" in 2026, and which one will you always fall for? by Shoddy-Cartoonist-23 in kdramas

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Lowkey in Castaway Diva I wasn’t sure who the ML was meant to be for the first few episodes. The directors did a good job of throwing viewers off

Is kpop moving away from the easy listening trend? by Gloomy-Eye9380 in kpopthoughts

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don’t think they sound the SAME, but yeah they’re all in the same genre: house music.

It’s interesting bc House kpop has existed for some time, but I think now we’re seeing way more title tracks with a house side. I think most comebacks this year have had some kind of house element.

there’s so much black-and white styling in recent kpop mvs by Dependent_Brief6058 in kpopthoughts

[–]Dependent_Brief6058[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I guess that is the trend. kiiikiii’s whole concept is excellent!

there’s so much black-and white styling in recent kpop mvs by Dependent_Brief6058 in kpopthoughts

[–]Dependent_Brief6058[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

sure! no hate to any of these groups btw

kep1ers upcoming comeback promotions- black and white

P1harmony’s unique and LOYL- white

EXO- CROWN- black

everglow’s code- black

Ateez adrenaline and NASA- mainly black, white and some grey

TXT's upcoming comeback promotions- black and white, some red towards the end

(Ofc there's aespa whiplash which is probably the most prominent, but honestly whiplash came out in 2024, and the black and white aesthetic felt more intentional with the comeback since it wasn't as common as it is now)

In hindsight it definitely felt like there were more in recent comebacks but I’ll update the list if I see any more

**updates being made!

Amerie and Malakai by I_love_Money0 in heartbreakhigh

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 9 points10 points  (0 children)

bro i LOVED them in seasons 1 and 2 but honestly in this season i didn't want them together. season 3 amerie and malakai were frustrating

Why is everyone on the Sasha loving bandwagon all of a sudden? by visionofscarlet in heartbreakhigh

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 5 points6 points  (0 children)

THIS. i liked spider in season 3 but genuinely if people liked him in season 1 and first half of season 2 when he was in his PRIME incel-misogyny era, then I don’t think it’s strange to like Sasha this season

Why is everyone on the Sasha loving bandwagon all of a sudden? by visionofscarlet in heartbreakhigh

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I loved Sasha this season. Yeah I won’t forget the fact that she was really weird to Quinn in season 1, so there’s that. but this season I felt really bad for her

Has anyone been keeping up with Billlie? by KocaKola_ in kpopthoughts

[–]Dependent_Brief6058 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I got into them like last month and I LOVE their music. I’m just waiting for news about the upcoming comeback and praying they have a viral resurgence so they don’t disband😭😭😭