(G)I-DLE held their 2024 tour 'iDOL' Seoul concert at the Olympic Gymnastics Arena in Seoul's Songpa District over the past two days, August 3-4 KST.
During the concert, Soyeon performed her solo track "Is this bad b****** number?" and delivered the line, "Contract ends in November, who’s got the gall to cross?" The lyrics were prominently displayed on the large screen behind her.
This line has sparked speculation that it may have been aimed at 4th generation idols. The lyrics go as follows:
Little kids, just get out of my way,
If you want to dance, then be a dancer, okay?
Tone-deaf clowns, you don’t belong in this game,
If you're a singer, grab the mic or stay away,
If you're a rapper, write your bars, then step up to play,
I don’t care, I’ll say it loud, I’m not afraid,
Hey little puppy, act like a dog,
This is our topic, we’re here to be on top,
Here’s my number, call me if you’re feeling lost,
Contract ends in November, who’s got the gall to cross?
Nobody can touch me, I’ve already paid the cost.
Netizens' reactions were mixed.
Some comments expressed support:
"It's refreshing; I hope idols these days debut with real talent."
"So cool, if she’s leaving her agency, I hope she raps without holding back in the future."
Others were more critical:
"Isn't she dissing her own team members who can’t sing?"
"Does she think she's some great vocalist or diva?"
"Soyeon is incredibly arrogant; can't she rap with some humility?"
"Mind your own business, lol."
Meanwhile, due to the "contract ends in November" line in Soyeon's solo rap, her agency released a statement explaining that it was an impromptu action by Soyeon.