The Sweet Sadness of “Mori no Chiisana Restaurant”
Beneath its lullaby melody, Mori no Chiisana Restaurant tells a quiet story about the comfort in sharing one final meal in peace.
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When Taylor Swift Stopped Being Relatable
Taylor Swift once felt like the everygirl. Now, her fans are realizing that their favorite pop star no longer reflects the world they live in.
Why Pop Music Keeps Getting Hit with Copycat Claims
Plagiarism claims are spreading fast in pop music, but most rest on fan speculation. Are listeners confusing influence for theft?
The Illusion of Realness in K-Pop
K-pop thrives on fantasy, not transparency. XLOV’s logo may be a reminder of how closely image, marketing, and identity intertwine.
Shinhwa Accused of Stealing Lyrics from Black Artists
Shinhwa’s alleged plagiarism of Black artists’ lyrics exposes how early K-pop borrowed from hip-hop without credit or cultural understanding.
XLOV’s Label Turns Inclusivity Into Hypocrisy
257 Entertainment built XLOV’s image on gender fluidity, then banned pride flags at their shows. For 257, queerness is only good for marketing.
TWICE Celebrates 10 Years with TEN: The Story Goes On
TWICE celebrates a decade in K-pop with TEN: The Story Goes On, blending nostalgia with a playful MV.
When “Generation” Stopped Meaning Anything in K-Pop
K-pop generations used to signal cultural shifts. Now they change whenever the media needs someone new to promote.
ChatGPT Can Make Spotify Playlists, But Beware
ChatGPT can now build Spotify playlists with a simple prompt, but the new feature raises fresh concerns about data collection and privacy.