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Kpop is Nonsense: The Truth Behind the Hype

A bunch of pretty boys and girls lip syncing to catchy tunes, lots of noise, and flashy lights. If you're looking for something meaningful, you won't find it in Kpop. Here is why.

By Jamu LimPublished 2 years ago 4 min read
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Kpop is a genre of music that has taken the world by storm. However, not everyone is a fan of Kpop. In this blog post, we will explore reasons why kpop is nonsense. From its repetitive and unoriginal songs to its manufactured idols, there are many reasons why Kpop is not worth your time. So if you're still on the fence about Kpop, read on to find out why it's not worth your while.

Kpop is a copycat genre

Kpop has been accused of being a copycat genre, with many groups and artists being accused of plagiarism. For example, BTS was suspected to copy EXO’s outfit concept. You read more scandals here.

Kpop is full of manufactured idols

Another issue with Kpop is that it is full of manufactured idols. These are idols who are put into groups by their agencies, and are often given little to no say in their career or image. This can lead to a lot of pressure on these idols, as they feel like they have to maintain a certain image at all times. This can also lead to fans feeling like they're not getting a genuine experience from their favorite idols, as they feel like they're just seeing a manufactured image instead of a real person.

Kpop is over-the-top and gimmicky

Kpop is known for its over-the-top music videos, flashy stage performances, and elaborate dance routines. This excessive production values often come at the expense of the music itself, which can be forgettable and uninspired.

Kpop is too polished and perfect

Kpop idols are often criticized for being too polished and perfect. They are expected to have perfect physiques, flawless skin, and always look camera-ready. This unrealistic standard can be detrimental to both their mental and physical health.

Kpop is too formulaic

K-pop often falls into a very predictable pattern: the song will start with a catchy hook, followed by a verse from each member of the group, then the chorus, then another verse, and so on. This predictability can make K-pop songs feel like they are all starting to sound the same.

Kpop is too plastic and fake

The biggest criticism of Kpop is that it's too manufactured and fake. Idols are often criticised for being "plastic" and "unrealistic". They're accused of being airbrushed, photoshopped, and wearing too much makeup. It's true that Kpop idols are often heavily styled and their images are carefully controlled. But this isn't necessarily a bad thing. All celebrities are styled and have their images carefully controlled. It's just that Kpop takes it to the extreme.

Kpop is too perfect and unreal

Another criticism of Kpop is that it's too perfect and unreal. Idols are often accused of being "robots" or "puppets" because they seem to lack personality or individuality. They're accused of being cookie-cutter, interchangeable, and indistinguishable from one another.

Again, this is partly due to the heavy styling that idols undergo. But it's also a result of the intense training that idols go through. Many idols train for years before debuting, and they're taught to conform to a certain image and persona. As a result, they often seem artificial or inauthentic.

Kpop is just a fad that will soon fade away

K-pop is nothing new. In fact, it's been around for decades. However, it wasn't until recently that it started to gain mainstream attention outside of Asia. K-pop has exploded in popularity over the past few years, thanks in part to the rise of social media and online video platforms like YouTube. But while K-pop may be having a moment right now, there's no guarantee that it will last.

History is full of one-hit wonders and passing fads. Just because something is popular doesn't mean it's here to stay. Remember when everyone was obsessed with the Macarena? Or those plastic bracelets with words like "Passion" and "Love" on them? How about Y2K? All of these things were huge at one point, but eventually faded into obscurity. There's no reason to think that K-pop will be any different.

Kpop is not sustainable

A big part of the appeal of K-pop is the flashy production values and over-the-top visuals. But this comes at a cost – both literal and figurative. Producing a high-quality music video can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, if not more. And then there are the costs associated with promoting a song or album, which can include everything from hiring dancers and choreographers to renting out billboards and TV ads.

All of this is to say nothing of the immense pressure that K-pop idols are under to maintain their public image and please their fans. The intense level of scrutiny they're subjected to – from paparazzi following their every move to dedicated fan sites analyzing their every word – takes a toll on even the most well-adjusted person. It's not hard to see why so many K-pop idols suffer from anxiety and depression, or why some have even committed suicide.

In other words, K-pop isn't sustainable – either for the people who consume it or for the people who create it.

It's a bunch of pretty boys and girls lip syncing to catchy tunes. There's no depth, no meaning, and no point to it. It's just a lot of noise and flashy lights. If you're looking for something meaningful, you won't find it in Kpop.

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Jamu Lim

I am a writer. I am a human being who writes. Sometimes people call me a novelist, but that’s not really accurate. I’ve written short stories and poetry, but I would classify myself more as a storyteller.

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