Last month, BLACKPINK’s Lisa released her highly awaited solo single “ROCKSTAR” under her new label, LLoud. This marked a significant step in her career as a global pop artist. The music video, filmed in Lisa’s hometown in Thailand, quickly gained massive popularity, amassing over 100 million views shortly after its release.
The video’s success led to the Thai Tourism Authority planning a walking tour in Bangkok’s Yaowarat area, where parts of the video were filmed. Lisa’s team also paid generous compensation to local vendors for filming, adding to the buzz around the video.
What Are the Plagiarism Allegations Against Lisa’s “ROCKSTAR” Music Video?
The celebration of Lisa’s solo debut was marred by plagiarism allegations soon after the release of “ROCKSTAR.” Gabriel Moses, a video director, claimed that a scene from Lisa’s video closely resembled one from Travis Scott’s “FE!N,” which he directed. Moses took to social media to point out the similarities, stating that his editor was contacted for that particular scene but declined. Despite the refusal, a similar scene appeared in Lisa’s video.
Thai media, which had initially praised Lisa’s new single, also reported on these plagiarism allegations. Publications like Khaosod compared the two music videos and suggested that Lisa’s “ROCKSTAR” seemed to replicate scenes from Travis Scott’s “FE!N.” Gabriel Moses has requested an official statement from Lisa’s team by the end of the month.
How Has the Public Reacted to the Allegations?
The plagiarism claims have sparked mixed reactions among fans and netizens. While some criticize Lisa for the apparent similarities, others argue that the scenes could be coincidental or inspired rather than directly copied. This is not the first time Lisa has faced such accusations.
Recently, a Chinese designer Yue Yang accused Lisa of copying a star-shaped top design for the “ROCKSTAR” music video. The designer shared photos on social media showing the similarities and mentioned that Lisa’s team did not seek permission to use the design. Yue Yang revealed that they did not have the resources to copyright the design, which led to widespread unauthorized use.
Will Lisa’s Team Respond to the Plagiarism Claims?
As of now, neither Lisa nor LLoud has issued an official response to the plagiarism allegations. Fans and media are keenly watching to see how Lisa’s team will address these serious claims.
Despite the controversy, Lisa’s influence and popularity remain strong. Her debut single “ROCKSTAR” continues to attract attention, and she is also set to make her acting debut in the third season of The White Lotus. The outcome of these plagiarism allegations could significantly impact her career trajectory as a solo artist.
In summary, Lisa’s debut solo project under LLoud has been both a triumph and a challenge. The success of “ROCKSTAR” is undeniable, but the plagiarism allegations cast a shadow over her achievement. The global audience eagerly awaits an official statement to clarify the situation.
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