K-Pop Idol’s ‘Lazy Dancing’ Isn’t Making Fans Mad

Despite being notorious for her lazy dancing, the second-generation K-pop idol is not receiving any backlash from the public.

In the world of K-pop, it has become an unwritten expectation for idols to possess both exceptional singing and dancing skills. Those who do not meet this standard often face severe criticism from the public. For instance, idols such as BLACKPINK Jennie, IVE Jang Wonyoung, and (G)I-DLE Shuhua have had to put in extra effort to overcome accusations of lacking enthusiasm in their dance performances.

THIS K-Pop Idol Is Known For Her 'Lazy Dancing' — And People Aren't Mad About It — THIS K-Pop Idol Is Known For Her ‘Lazy Dancing’ — And People Aren’t Mad About It(Photo : Jennie Instagram)

Despite often displaying a lack of enthusiasm in her dancing, T-ARA’s Soyeon, a second-generation K-pop idol, has managed to avoid hate, making her a notable exception in the industry.

In recent times, T-ARA’s career has been under scrutiny by K-pop fans, especially regarding the group’s former main vocalist, Soyeon. Netizens have been sharing old fancams of Soyeon, which capture moments where she appeared to be half-heartedly performing choreography or not fully matching the group’s energy. Some have playfully likened her dancing to a casual workout. Interestingly, there seems to be a noticeable absence of negative remarks about her dancing.

T-ARA distinguished itself from its peers in the second generation of K-pop by prioritizing ballads over complex dance routines. While this era is renowned for producing iconic groups with exceptional vocal and dancing abilities, T-ARA’s focus on live singing skills and melodic ballads set them apart.

Soyeon’s vocal abilities were a delightful and technically remarkable combination, frequently taking the spotlight in T-ARA’s songs. Due to the group’s emphasis on vocals in their songs, complex dance moves were not a priority, which allowed Soyeon to fully showcase her singing prowess.

Despite facing internal conflicts and a subsequent boycott in Korea, the members of T-ARA voiced their discontentment with MBK Entertainment, their management company. Soyeon, in particular, occasionally displayed her frustration on stage, possibly contributing to her lack of enthusiasm in certain performances. However, fans have been understanding of the situation and have refrained from criticizing her.

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Soyeon, originally known as Park Soyeon, joined T-ARA in 2009 and debuted as a member. The group and Soyeon gained widespread fame throughout Asia during their prime. However, a false bullying scandal in 2013 caused a significant setback for the group. When Soyeon’s contract with MBK Entertainment expired in 2017, she and fellow member Boram decided to leave the group.