Netizens are embroiled in a heated debate over the suggestive lyrics of (G)I-DLE's latest track, "Wife."

As reported, (G)I-DLE has unveiled a new song and MV from their highly-anticipated full-length album, '2.' Titled "Wife," the lyrics have drawn criticism from many netizens who deem them 'suggestive' and 'inappropriate for underage audiences.'

Crafted through a collaborative effort by Soyeon, Pop Time, Daily, and others, the lyrics of "Wife" have raised eyebrows with their explicit themes. The Korean portion of the lyrics roughly translates into the following.

"Hey, take a big bite, sweetheart 

Even if you're full, don't spit it out 

I'll give you more, so just wipe off your drool

Does he know that you're all grown up, your daddy

That's right, I knew it, so I baked a cake 

But that's not all, eat the cherry on top as well 

Carefully kiss, and then boldly devour 

Show me and let me hear how it tastes

My tongue gently touches 

You go brr, brr, brr 

Oh, clean up every nook and cranny 

Your hands don't touch the delicate lips 

From head to toe, just chop, chop, chop 

If you've learned it then give it a try and get on top

If you're good, then I'll sing a cool song 

And dance beautifully like a mermaid in the water 

If you're good, then I'll be full

And because I'll be feeling good, I'll swallow even deeper"

These explicit lyrics have triggered a range of reactions from Korean netizens, running the gamut from shock and confusion. Some discussed the song's lyrical association with Cardi B's "WAP," as well as its conceptual and musical similarities to Fergie's 2006 song "Fergalicious" and Nicki Minaj's "Super Freaky Girl."

Some have even speculated that the song hints at an 'extramarital affair' due to its title and lyrical content.

Opinions on (G)I-DLE's approach are divided. While some netizens are criticizing the group for using overtly sexual innuendos and suggesting that the song should come with an 'Explicit' label to protect underage listeners, others are defending the group's artistic expression while arguing that it's not more explicit than many other idol songs today.

Amidst the controversy, some netizens couldn't help but humorously note the irony of (G)I-DLE's lyrics in their song "Nxde," commenting that the group, at this point, "can't blame the listeners for being 'perverts.'"

Reactions include:

"I think they've reached a point there it's actually not really about hidden meanings when it comes to misunderstanding sensual concepts..."
"What does that even mean, 'I'll swallow even deeper'"
"Reminds me of Cardi B lol"

"How come Cardi B can cook and clean and still get a ring but they cook and clean but won't wife?"
"You're the perverts lol"
"I don't think there's anything wrong with a song having a sex appeal"
"I think the real issue is that they are trying to critique the public for being 'perverts' when they are actually the ones exploiting sexuality"
"Who's being hypocritical now?"
"Ugh, here we go again, with people that criticized 'Cookie'"

"I don't think this is 'too much' compared to EXID's 'Up and Down'..."

"Everything was perfect up to 'TOMBOY'"

"My elementary school nieces are going to sing along to this...I'm worried"

"I've seen small children, including my nieces, sing along to 'Queencard'...What will happen now?"
"I think this is beyond metaphor; it's downright explicit"

"Why are they trying to make it controversial on purpose as a marketing tactic? Are they that hungry?"

"Why does it feel like an answer to 'WAP' lol"
"I can't imagine the elementary school kids singing along to this song"

"The song sounds really good though"
"How come the MV doesn't have the '19' label??"

"I don't think it would be an issue as long as the song is restricted to adult listeners"
"I think this song may be targeted toward the U.S. audiences and I have a feeling it's going to do well on TikTok"

"This song is so similar to the Nicki Minaj song"

What are your thoughts?