HYBE Girl Group Faces Backlash as Latest Album Disappoints Fans
LE SSERAFIM is facing backlash again after their latest release stirred controversy among K-pop fans.
The group recently dropped their new song “CELEBRATE,” but it quickly drew criticism. Fans accused HYBE of copying BLACKPINK’s “Jump,” pointing out that both tracks share a similar EDM vibe.
The controversy began when fans noticed the resemblance between the two songs, sparking heated discussions online.
Soon after, LE SSERAFIM released a remix mini album less than 24 hours after “CELEBRATE.” The EP includes a sped-up version, a slowed and reverb version, an instrumental, and a karaoke track. However, fans were quick to call out the release, saying these aren’t real remixes and criticizing the lack of effort.
LE SSERAFIM
‘CELEBRATION (Remixes)’ RELEASE
멜론: https://t.co/VvzPjenHrL
지니: https://t.co/uI0tYzzx0i
벅스: https://t.co/TNGZxDqjDM
FLO: https://t.co/Z5an8T9PEJ
VIBE: https://t.co/czdoXGOu0QLE_SSERAFIM #르세라핌 #PUREFLOW_pt1 #CELEBRATION
— SOURCEMUSIC (@SOURCEMUSIC) April 25, 2026
Fans pointed out that sped-up and slowed reverb edits are common streaming fillers, and karaoke versions are nothing new. Even loyal supporters expressed disappointment.
Ok, I’m usually one that loves the remixes…. But sped up, slow down, and instrumental are not remixes.. and karaoke? Give us some actual remixes.. great song, but those remixes are not it…
— Le Scarafim #TimeToCelebrate (@LeScarafim) April 25, 2026
This may sound weird but I was actually kinda seated for some good ass remixes and they decided to do this lackluster ass shit? Girl bye
— 지금이대로 (@ChimeEchoes) April 25, 2026
On top of the backlash, some netizens suspect the remix release is a chart manipulation tactic to boost streams across multiple tracks rather than offering genuine new content.
here they go
— َ (@karinairlines) April 25, 2026
Even LE SSERAFIM’s own fanbase isn’t holding back their frustration.
its not even 24 hours chiii
— ren (@zuhanified) April 25, 2026
what are these?!!!! a song where we are actually begging for more versions and remixes and this is what you give us???????!!!! why are you always pissing us off???
— jen is celebrating (@forgetfully_) April 25, 2026
As the situation unfolds, fans are left wondering if these are legitimate remixes or if HYBE is dropping the ball once again. What do you think? Share your thoughts on social media.