Singer IU unveiled the principle poster for her upcoming track “Love Wins“, that includes BTS’s V. Whereas the poster generated pleasure amongst followers, it additionally ignited criticism from sexual minorities because of the track’s title.
On January 16 KST, IU’s company, EDAM Leisure, shared a preview poster on their official social media, depicting BTS’s V and IU seated nose to nose.
The controversy arose when LGBTQIA people raised considerations concerning the track’s title, “Love Wins”. Critics argue that utilizing this phrase, which has been a slogan in satisfaction parades for sexual minorities, for basic heterosexual content material might dilute its authentic which means.
Critics voiced their considerations, questioning the selection of the track title. Conversely, others discovered such criticism extreme. They argued that there are already a number of songs titled ‘Love Wins,’ and the phrase itself represents the common energy of affection triumphing over hate and prejudice.
Some netizens cautioned in opposition to hasty judgment, asking whether or not the presence of a person and a girl within the poster essentially implies heterosexuality within the track.
IU’s new track ‘Love Wins’ is scheduled for launch on main music platforms on January 24 at 6 PM. This launch marks IU’s return to the music scene roughly two years and one month after her final launch, ‘Piece of Pieces,’ in December 2021.
