South Korean-Canadian singer Jeon So-mi attends a crimson carpet occasion on the 2023 Mama Awards on the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on November 28, 2023.
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Jeon Somi’s followers have not too long ago expressed disappointment over the Ok-pop singer’s restricted actions since debuting in 2019.The Canadian-Korean artist first gained prominence because the winner of Produce 101 and a member of the mission group I.O.I. Following the disbandment of the mission group, Somi moved from JYP Leisure to The Black Label, a subsidiary of YG Leisure.Somi debuted as a solo artist in June 2019 with the one “Birthday,” adopted by her first studio album XOXO in 2021. Whereas she has achieved milestones just like the top-five hit “Quick Ahead” in 2023, her releases have been sporadic. Her newest single, “Ice Cream,” dropped in August 2024, marking her first musical exercise in practically a yr.Followers have now expressed disappointment over Somi’s lack of constant music releases, noting that she has solely ever dropped 15 songs since debuting underneath The Black Label. Additionally they identified that she has but to ascertain a fan membership, launch a lightstick, or maintain a solo live performance, that are commonplace milestones for Ok-pop artists. Moreover, her promotional actions have been minimal, with restricted behind-the-scenes content material or music present appearances. This has led to accusations that the company is neglecting her profession throughout what ought to be her prime years.”I feel it is the corporate that’s incompetent. Have a look at MEOVV and BLACKPINK lol. BLACKPINK members are so energetic with their solos proper now after they left YG,” one remark learn.”The Black Label can be a part of the YG Group, so it is no shock they’re that form of company,” one other on-line person wrote.It’s notable that Somi beforehand mentioned she was “100% glad” with how she is being managed underneath The Black Label. She additionally mentioned she was totally comfortable along with her earnings and the folks she works with underneath the administration company.
