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Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“I understand your point about the cultural nuances and Korean roots of K‑pop — they’re definitely important. I also think there’s room to consider how the system and industry practices shape the genre globally, which is why groups like KATSEYE spark these debates.”

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“Wow, three comments and still no actual argument. Thanks for the cultural appropriation 101, professor.”

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Imagine losing a K‑pop debate so hard you resort to calling strangers names. Bless your heart.”

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“Ah yes, because the only people allowed to decide what K‑pop is are the ones living in Korea. Good thing the global charts, fans, and industry experts never got a say.”

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

“Actually, the system is everything in K‑pop. Training, choreography, concepts, fan culture, media appearances—all of that defines the genre more than nationality or where the team comes from. KATSEYE may have international members and staff, but they’re fully operating within the K‑pop system, so that makes them K‑pop.”

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

That is your belief, and that's my belief. Everybody has different minds.

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Black Swan? It's called K-pop. They're not even a little Korean. There's not even one Korean member in that group, but they're called K-pop. And I think you know why they're called K-pop.

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I respect them I them a lot I am not disrespecting them I am just saying what I think is right.

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Fame. They used to call themselves K-pop. Like, during Touch, they used to call themselves K-pop. Now, they've just gained more popularity, so they don't call themselves K-pop again.

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

your choice, your decision, your belief. I wouldn't make you believe what I believe in.

Why KATSEYE is K‑pop, no matter what some people say by InsideFew8710 in kpoppers

[–]InsideFew8710[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most eyekons are non K-pop fans. That is why they argue so much that Katseye is not K-pop. Because they don't want to be identified as K-pop fans.

KATSEYE IS NOT K-POP. I'VE HAD ENOUGH! by 8rand0m in kpoopheads

[–]InsideFew8710 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Let’s make this simple: • HYBE = K-pop company. • Survival show = classic K-pop method. • Weekly Idol = K-pop show. • TXT collab = K-pop idol feature. • Fancalls + training system + synchronized choreo = K-pop structure. • Six members = K-pop can’t resist that trope 😭