Hùng Huỳnh, a Vietnamese pop singer known as Gemini, has found himself at the center of a plagiarism controversy. Fans, particularly BTS supporters known as ARMYs, have noted striking similarities between Huỳnh’s song “Chẳng Thể Nhắm Mắt” and Jungkook‘s “Standing Next to You.” The latter is a track from Jungkook’s solo album GOLDEN, released in 2023.
The controversy erupted on December 18, when the online community began discussing the similarities in melody and chorus between the two songs. The resemblance extends beyond sound to the music videos and choreography. Observers pointed out that Huỳnh’s dance moves and the attire he wore in his video, notably a white t-shirt, bear a significant resemblance to Jungkook’s performance in “Standing Next to You.”
Fan Outrage and Social Media Reaction
The discussion spread rapidly on social media platforms, with fans creating side-by-side comparisons and using hashtags like “Stop copying BTS” to call out the similarities. This has been an attempt to garner attention from BIGHIT MUSIC, Jungkook’s management company.
Oh-Yeah, Today, i'll use this account for trending BTS A Vietnamese artist just released a MV. Vietnamese ARMY felt that some scenes in the MV were somewhat similar to Jungkook's SNTY. STOP COPY BTS#STOPCOPYINGBTS So dont care my twt today na pic.twitter.com/CnfQeZCCTk
Hybe has a website for reporting these things that's arguably more effective than hashtags on twt https://t.co/5vfABi3bM8
— Noora⁷ 🫂 is more than enough to be loved | 너어라 💜 (@adelate) December 17, 2024
Kewtiie’s Response Sparks Further Controversy
Adding fuel to the fire, Kewtiie, the producer behind Huỳnh’s track, responded to the accusations by posting an image of Michael Jackson on social media, with a caption suggesting that all inspiration stems from Jackson(the post is now deleted). This was seen by many as a direct retort, implying Jungkook’s homage to Michael Jackson in “Standing Next to You” was itself a form of copying. This move has not sat well with ARMYs, who argue that Jungkook’s work was an intentional tribute rather than plagiarism.
As of now, BIGHIT MUSIC has not made an official statement regarding the situation. “Standing Next to You” has been celebrated for its success, becoming one of the most notable K-pop releases and setting numerous records.
The allegations against Hùng Huỳnh have sparked a significant conversation about originality in music and the ethics of artistic influence. With fans demanding accountability, the incident highlights the protective nature of music communities and the importance of acknowledging sources of inspiration.
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