The Controversy Unfolds

In a surprising turn of events, SM Entertainment's rookie artist nævis has publicly called out the popular girl group aespa for allegedly "stealing" her debut song, “Welcome To MY World.” The track was initially released in 2023 as a B-side accompanying aespa's title track “Spicy.”

“Welcome To MY World” quickly gained popularity, showcasing the smooth vocals of the aespa members while offering a refreshing contrast to the upbeat “Spicy.” However, in early 2024, the controversy surrounding the song erupted when nævis revealed during an episode of MMTG that it was originally intended to be her debut track.

“It was meant to be my debut song, but performing it with aespa turned it into something special for me. It’s a little bittersweet,” nævis shared on the show.

Behind the Scenes of the Decision

Insiders from SM Entertainment disclosed that the decision to hand the song over to aespa came after the group expressed their desire to perform it upon hearing it during the selection process. Consequently, what was initially planned as nævis's solo debut transformed into a collaborative effort featuring both the rookie and the seasoned group.

Nævis's Official Debut

Nævis finally debuted with her own song, “Done,” in September 2024, but fans can't shake off the debate regarding the ownership of “Welcome To MY World.” This incident has ignited conversation among K-pop enthusiasts about artist rights and the competitive nature within the industry.

Conclusion

Stay tuned for further updates on this unfolding drama and how it may impact the careers of both nævis and aespa moving forward!