Illit performs their new title monitor “I am going to Like You” from their second EP throughout a showcase held in Seoul on Monday. (Belift Lab)
Ok-pop lady group Illit has launched their second EP, “I’ll Like You,” whereas going through ongoing allegations of copying NewJeans’ idea. The group maintained a non-confrontational stance, emphasizing their concentrate on their very own artistic path.
“We’ve labored onerous to indicate our followers our greatest, regardless of the state of affairs,” member Yunah stated throughout a showcase in Seoul on Monday. “We replicate on all of the individuals who have helped Illit develop and those that have supported and cheered us on.”
She additionally harassed the group’s dedication to carve out their very own id within the Ok-pop business, regardless of the controversy.
“We resolved to showcase our distinctive colour and protect the love our followers have for Illit,” Yunah added.
The group has confronted important challenges as a consequence of accusations from former Ador CEO Min Hee-jin, who in April claimed that Illit had copied NewJeans’ idea for his or her debut EP “Tremendous Actual Me.” Illit’s company, Belift Lab, firmly denied these claims, calling them unfaithful.
Illit member Iroha speaks throughout a showcase held in Seoul on Monday. (Belift Lab)
Through the showcase, the members additionally addressed the strain of following up on the surprising success of their hit tune “Magnetic” from their first EP.
“There was some strain whereas getting ready for our second mini album,” member Wonhee stated. “However greater than something, I need our followers to really feel pleasure once they take heed to our music.”
The brand new EP options 5 tracks, together with the primary tune “Cherish (My Love),” the title monitor “I’ll Like You,” and different songs like “IYKYK (If You Know You Know),” “Pimple,” and “Tick-Tack.” The group highlighted that “Cherish (My Love)” showcases their daring and candid appeal, centering on valuing their very own feelings above exterior validation.
“We have been nervous as a result of it’s a vibe we’ve by no means tried earlier than, however the extra we practiced, the extra we felt it was ours,” Yunah defined. “We put a variety of effort into this, recording it seven instances. It’s a monitor that helped us develop as a bunch.”
Illit additionally spoke in regards to the steering they obtained from Hybe Chairman Bang Si-hyuk, who participated as a producer on their new EP.
“Mr. Bang gave us detailed recommendation on the way to specific ourselves within the choreography, embody the tune, and convey our feelings by facial expressions. Because of his recommendation, we have been in a position to make this tune extra dynamic and charming,” Wonhee stated.
