Cultural appropriation has long been a problem in K-pop. Many renowned idols have faced backlash for using racial slurs or adopting cultural elements without respect. One such artist who has been under hot water for a similar reason is ALLDAY PROJECT’s Tarzzan. And now, another video of him allegedly saying the N-word has caused havoc online. Read on to know more!
Did ALLDAY PROJECT’s Tarzzan Say N-Word In Viral Video? Fans Debate!
The video of Tarzzan quickly spread on the internet like a wildfire and left fans and netizens divided. Some Korean fans added that he’s a popular figure in Korea and that international fans overreact. They even asked others to ignore the criticism and mentioned that his hairstyle choices, previously called out for cultural appropriation, aren’t a big deal. The fans feel that he should not be judged harshly.
On the other hand, many international fans expressed anger and frustration. They felt Tarzzan’s alleged use of the racial slur was unacceptable, especially since the song he was singing didn’t even contain the word.
A group of users talked about his past choices. Some fans called for his removal from ALLDAY PROJECT, as they feel that his actions could harm the group’s reputation. Well, this wasn’t it; as per Koreaboo, a fake apology letter supposedly from Tarzzan’s agency, THE BLACK LABEL, surfaced online. Fans weren’t happy about the fake apology, as it’s not a minor issue.
For the unversed, as we mentioned, from using Black culture as an aesthetic to copying their accents or outfits, many popular K-pop idols have been criticised for it. Fans feel it’s disrespectful to see their cultural elements as props. What are your thoughts on it?
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