BigHit Music’s newest boy group CORTIS has released their first song “GO!” ahead of their official debut, and fans are split over its heavy use of autotune. The five-member group, which includes Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, and Keonho, dropped the track on August 11, 2025, as a preview of their upcoming mini-album “COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES.” While some fans praise the song’s energy, others criticize it for sounding too much like Western rap.
Mixed Reactions From Fans and Netizens
The song “GO!” quickly became a hot topic online, with many fans sharing strong opinions. Some liked the bold style, while others felt the autotune was too much. Comments from social media show how divided people are.
“Can they unrelease this mess”
โ @chihiroloverr“THROW THIS GROUP AWAY IMMEDIATELY”
โ @wintercvnt“Auto tune piss me off you are not Travis Scott omg”
โ @babyire56
Korean netizens also had mixed reactions. Some liked the song but criticized the music video’s fast editing and close-up shots. Others compared the sound to American rappers like Travis Scott and Sik-K, saying it didnโt feel like a typical K-pop debut.
A Different Direction for BigHit Music
CORTIS is BigHit Music’s first new boy group since TXT debuted in 2019. Unlike BigHit’s previous acts like BTS and TXT, CORTIS is taking a more hip-hop and Western-influenced approach. The members have been involved in writing and producing their music, with Martin having worked on songs for other HYBE artists like TXT and ILLIT.
The groupโs name, CORTIS, comes from the phrase “Color Outside the Lines”, representing creativity. It also references cortisol, a hormone linked to energy and emotion. The members have described their music as experimental, blending different styles.
Upcoming Debut and Future Plans
CORTIS will officially debut on August 18, 2025, with their title track “What You Want.” An English version featuring American artist Teezo Touchdown will follow on August 22. Their full mini-album, “COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES,” is set for release on September 8.
Despite the mixed reactions, the group is already gaining attention. Some fans believe the autotune criticism is just early backlash, similar to what TXT faced when they first debuted. Others hope the group will showcase stronger vocals in their official debut song.
Fan Support and Industry Expectations
While some fans are skeptical, others are excited to see how CORTIS grows. Many point out that new groups often face harsh criticism before finding their footing.
“Everyone starts somewhere the hate is unnecessary”
โ Brianna Bentley“TXT also received a lot of hate at first, but look at them now. I hope CORTIS stays strong.”
โ Nurhidayah Abdullah
The groupโs success will depend on how they respond to feedback and whether their official debut song wins over more listeners. For now, CORTIS is making a bold entrance into K-pop, whether fans love it or not.
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