On March 28, BABYMONSTER released a track sampler for their upcoming album on their official YouTube channel, igniting interest among fans. However, the excitement quickly turned sour as netizens pointed out striking similarities between the group’s title track “Sheesh” and BLACKPINK’s popular song “How You Like That”. The comparison has led to accusations of BABYMONSTER’s “Sheesh” copying BLACKPINK’s hit track, raising questions about originality in the K-pop industry.
Numerous comments flooded social media platforms, with many expressing disappointment and frustration over what they perceive as an attempt by YG Entertainment to mould BABYMONSTER into the next BLACKPINK.
Critics pointed out that the hook of “Sheesh” bears an uncanny resemblance to that of “How You Like That”, leading to concerns about the group’s creative direction and originality.
One netizen lamented, “The title is the worst song… The hook sounds the same as ‘How You Like That’, like YG is trying so hard to turn this group into the next BLACKPINK.” Similar sentiments echoed across online forums, with fans expressing dismay over what they perceive as a lack of innovation in BABYMONSTER’s music.
Another commenter remarked, “At this point, YG is turning this group into a BLACKPINK wannabe. Is the company running out of ideas?” The accusation of song copying has sparked discussions in the K-pop community about the ethical boundaries of music production and the importance of fostering originality in artistic expression.
As BABYMONSTER prepares for their album release amidst these controversies, the scrutiny surrounding “Sheesh” serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by emerging artists in navigating the complexities of the music industry.
