The YOUNG POSSE controversy has crossed borders now! Recently, the girl group found themselves at the center of intense online backlash due to controversial lyrics in one of their latest tracks. The group, which debuted under DSP Media and BEATS Entertainment, includes members as young as 15 and 17.
The latest round of criticism stems from the track “Soju” off their album Growing Pain pt.1: Free. The lyrics include provocative phrases such as “Take off your underwear” and “I’m shaking my fatty”, which many fans and netizens argue are highly inappropriate for a group that includes minors.
The uproar surrounding these lines has reignited the YOUNG POSSE controversy, with many pointing out that this is not the first time the group has come under fire for similar issues.
Fans and Netizens Demand Accountability for the YOUNG POSSE Controversy
Prominent X (formerly Twitter) account @nugupromoter was one of the first to highlight the problem. “Fans have noticed the inappropriate lyrics of some of the tracks… especially since some members are underaged (15, 17),” the account posted. The user urged DSP Media and BEATS Entertainment to provide a public explanation.
Fans have noticed the inappropriate lyrics of some of the tracks on YOUNG POSSE’s recent album such as ‘Take off your underwear’ and ‘I’m shaking my fatty’. Specially since some members are underaged (15, 17)
We urge @official_DSP and @beats_ent_twt to offer an explanation.… pic.twitter.com/uHC6bhLji5
— nugu promoter (@nugupromoter) August 18, 2025
Other users echoed similar sentiments. One pointed out, “A song about soju recorded by a group full of teenagers was a terrible idea to start with.” Another added, “Their debut was literally inappropriate, then the GTA theme, then the Santa Claus thing… and now this.”
this being actual lyrics… you cannot be serious pic.twitter.com/5KOUfX1U7S
— luis (@tiffanysbotox) August 17, 2025
Despite the criticism, some fans attempted to defend YOUNG POSSE K-pop, clarifying that only the adult members performed and wrote the contentious lines. User @doeunfy noted that the five members are credited as official writers, but the three adult members, those of legal drinking age, were solely responsible for the more explicit phrases. “Be concerned but don’t spread straight-up misinformation,” another fan, @NiklasRingling, emphasized.
Cultural Defenses and Industry-Wide Concerns
Some Korean users also offered linguistic context, explaining that the phrase “Take off your underwear” is often used colloquially to mean “lose your mind” or to express excitement in a slangy, exaggerated manner. However, this explanation failed to quell the anger from many international fans, who argued that cultural context doesn’t override the inappropriateness of exposing minors to such themes.
the 5 young posse members are the only ones credited as official writers on SOJU. specifically, the 3 adults of drinking age composed the song & are the only ones who sang the “shaking my fatty” , etc. lyrics
be concerned but dont spread straightup misinfo. pic.twitter.com/Ghtvg0Yyb3
— sara 𝜗𝜚˚⋆ #FREESTYLE (@doeunfy) August 18, 2025
Many netizens believe that the responsibility lies with the agency for approving the song’s concept and content. One user wrote, “It doesn’t matter who sang it or wrote it — the fact that minors are in the group makes it wrong.” Others have called for a change in how K-pop agencies debut young idols, stating that adult-themed concepts and minors should not mix under any circumstances.
No Official Response Yet From the Agency
As the YOUNG POSSE K-pop fandom continues to grow, the debate has spotlighted broader issues within the industry about age, appropriateness, and accountability. The YOUNG POSSE controversy serves as another example of how K-pop’s push for provocative or viral content can cross ethical boundaries, especially when underage performers are involved.
the 5 young posse members are the ONLY ones credited as official writers on SOJU.
specifically, the 3 adults of drinking age composed the song & are the only ones who sang the “shaking my fatty” , etc. lyrics
be concerned but dont spread straightup misinfo.
— NiklasRingling (@NiklasRingling) August 18, 2025
So far, neither DSP Media nor BEATS Entertainment has issued an official response to the criticism. Fans and concerned netizens alike continue to demand answers, and perhaps, a reevaluation of how young talent is managed in the industry.
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