JYJ’s Kim Junsuhas come under scrutiny following the resurfacing of a song from his 2015 mini-album Yesterday. The track, titled “Silk Road,” has sparked significant online backlash for its controversial lyrics, which many interpret as a euphemism for a woman’s private parts and a depiction of her losing her virginity.
The Lyrics Under Fire
The lyrics of “Silk Road,” featuring BewhY, include explicit metaphors that have made many listeners uncomfortable. Below are excerpts from the song:
“We’ve walked together for a long time, holding your hand Setting off together, I got here before anyone else.
Perhaps this is something you’ve never experienced before, Something you only heard about from a friend. Don’t be afraid, don’t be afraid.
Don’t be shy, come closer to me, Open the tightly shut silk road for us. Don’t be nervous, loosen your legs, Trust me, lie down comfortably and close your eyes.”
These lyrics have been criticized for their explicit nature, with many netizens expressing discomfort and disgust.
Netizens’ Reactions
The discussion surrounding “Silk Road” gained traction after a post on a popular online forum. Users voiced strong opinions, calling the song unsettling and inappropriate. Some of the reactions include:
“Forget the lyrics; the melody itself is nauseating. It feels like an unknown old man is undressing me with his eyes right in front of me.”
“Every time I see this, I feel like throwing up. Last time, it was so disgusting I barely managed to erase it from my mind…”
“Wow, this song is like digging up a grave… I had to turn it off because it was so revolting.”
“Oh… I want to wash out my eyes and ears…”
“I usually have a strong stomach, but damn, this is incredibly disgusting. It’s making me feel queasy.”
“Wow, is this an original song??? ‘The sighs of Westerners seeing Eastern silk for the first time’ – what on earth does that even mean? Wow, I’ve never heard anything like this; it’s insane.”
The resurfacing of “Silk Road” comes as Kim Junsu is embroiled in a separate controversy. An Afreeca TV streamer is accused of extorting over ₩800 million KRW (approximately $569,000 USD) from the idol. According to police investigations, the streamer threatened to release audio recordings of sexually explicit conversations involving Junsu, extorting him over 100 times between September 2020 and October 2024.
Junsu has denied any wrongdoing and maintains his innocence regarding the scandal.
As the song and the allegations continue to draw attention, discussions about the boundaries of artistic expression and public figures’ accountability remain at the forefront.
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