Did (G)I-DLE Actually Mock LE SSERAFIM In Their Latest Single?

The global K-Pop community has been abuzz with discussions centred around two prominent girl groups, (G)I-DLE and LE SSERAFIM. The core of this discourse revolves around allegations of a lyrical confrontation initiated by (G)I-DLE within their most recent English mini album, HEAT. But the question at hand demands a closer examination of the authenticity of these assertions. With the unveiling of their title track, I Want That, a multitude of fans wasted no time speculating that (G)I-DLE had thrown shade towards their fellow girl group LE SSERAFIM.

The controversy stemmed from a misinterpretation of a particular lyric in the song’s chorus. Viral tweets propagated the claim that the line in question was, I want that remix, ain’t no SSERAFIM, which was subsequently confirmed to be the accurate phrasing, ‘I want that, oui, merci, no, c’est la vie’.

To offer clarity, let’s look at the entire chorus of the track for reference:

“I want the oh, my, oh, my, O-M-G, I want that right now, no B-R-B, I want that all matte big black S-U-V, I want that, I want that I want the oh, my, oh, my, O-M-G I want that right now, that you and me I want that, oui, merci, no, c’est la vie, I want that. I want that.”

The question is: How did the connection between these two sets of lyrics and groups originate?

In the first place, some fans have pointed out similarities between I Want That and LE SSERAFIM’s hit B-side, Eve, Psyche, and The Bluebeard’s Wife. Considering that LE SSERAFIM’s track had previously surged on the charts earlier in the year, it is not entirely implausible for listeners to draw parallels between the two compositions, given their similar vibes and genres. Nevertheless, deriving inspiration or drawing parallels from prevailing trends is a customary practice within the music industry.

Another conceivable reason may lie in the promotional tactics undertaken by Source Music for LE SSERAFIM. Despite Eve, Psyche, and The Bluebeard’s Wife being a B-side track, it garnered substantial attention. Capitalising on its popularity, Source Music released a series of remixes featuring notable international artists such as Upsahl, Rina Sawayama, and even Demi Lovato, all within a short span of a month.

Some fans have chosen to approach this mock confrontation with a lighthearted perspective, suggesting that the lyrical resemblance is akin to a playful jest, given the similar sounds. It is essential to note that this situation is not the first instance where lyrics have been misconstrued or exaggerated by ardent enthusiasts.

While the music industry occasionally witnesses friendly competition and, on occasion, more pronounced disputes, particularly among fan bases, it remains imperative to ensure that rumours do not escalate beyond reason. Misheard lyrics can lead to an array of misunderstandings, as is evident in this instance involving (G)I-DLE and LE SSERAFIM. At present, with concrete evidence of the actual lyrics of (G)I-DLE’s I Want That, it is safe to assert that the allegations have been definitively debunked.

Both of these girl groups have achieved noteworthy milestones within the K-pop industry, continuously captivating audiences with their musical prowess and distinctive styles.