Music critics discuss accusation of LE SSERAFIM copying Rosalía, “There’s a certain feeling”

Netizens found similarities in the concepts and songs of LE SSERAFIM and Spanish singer Rosalía.

Ever since the group’s debut, netizens have claimed that certain scenes in LE SSERAFIM’s music videos and their singing techniques remind them of Rosalía.

Rosalía is a world-renowned Spanish singer who has won the Latin Grammy Awards 12 times.

Rosalía was mentioned in an interview with foreign media JUST JARED during LE SSERAFIM’s promotion of the song “ANTIFRAGILE” last year. Receiving the question, “Since your title song has Latin music elements, many people are wondering if there are any Latin artists who give you the inspiration”, the members answered, “We like the unique style of Latin music. We listen to the music of various Latin singers, such as Rosalía, Paloma Mami, Kai Uchis, etc., for this comeback and we really like them. We want to know more about them.”

In this regard, music critics Kim Do Heon, Jung Min Jae, Hwang Sun Eop, and Jang Jun Hwan also expressed their opinions at the listening session of LE SSERAFIM’s first full album ‘UNFORGIVEN’ held on April 26th. They said, “Many people are saying the group took reference from Rosalía, and objectively speaking, there is a certain feeling of similarity. However, as the songs progress, there are clear differences. But from the perspective of the listener, any reference that reminds us of someone else is often seen as a negative thing. This album also contains a very strong message and many experimental tracks.”

LE SSERAFIM will make a comeback with their first full album “UNFORGIVEN” on the 1st of next month. The album consists of a total of 13 tracks, including re-recorded versions of some released songs. In addition, it is known that all members (Sakura, Kim Chae Won, Kazuha, Huh Yun Jin, and Hong Eun Chae) participated in writing the lyrics for their songs.

Source: Wikitree