K-Pop groups and idols are always huge influencers to their junior artists, and many are huge influences when it comes to people getting into the industry.
The members of BLACKPINK | @sbskpop/Instagram The members of BTS | @bts_bighit/Twitter
While netizens have seen idols reference other groups before, rookie idols X:IN have gained attention for taking their respect and love for their seniors to the next level.
Rookie girl group X:IN | @x_in_official/Twitter
On February 19, they released the video for the song “MY IDOL.” The video starts by showing adorable photos of the members when they were young…
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Before showing the members singing and having fun.
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Yet, halfway through the song, netizens noticed that the lyrics started to reference other K-Pop idols in the most obvious way. Starting by listing the members of BLACKPINK, the girls then spoke about legendary groups like Girls’ Generation, Wonder Girls, and 2NE1.
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Along with some of the most-loved female soloists, they then mentioned more girl groups, including TWICE, Apink, ITZY, and more.
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Of course, the members certified their ARMY status with a BTS reference.
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There was even mention of legendary boy groups, which isn’t something often seen by female idols. They gave a shoutout to the likes of Super Junior, BIGBANG, TVXQ, SHINee, and 2PM.
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They then finished with another set of boy groups, with idols from both third and fourth-generation, including SEVENTEEN, ATEEZ, MONSTA X, Stray Kids, and many more.
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When the video was shared online and netizens noticed the references, whether it was second-generation groups all the way to fourth-generation idols, fans loved that X:IN included such a diverse range of references.
X:IN are truly talented but also showcased how humble they are by referencing all the idols who have influenced and inspired them throughout their career.
It’s all about “Respect!”
