SUGA is known for being outspoken and daring to speak his mind about everything. From topics like music to issues related to the idol industry, he sincerely reflects the truth.
It is thanks to SUGA that many people know that the kσrєαn entertainment industry not only has glory but also has dark sides worth considering. SUGA's comments are not simply an opinion, but also a protection for BTS's next generation idols as well as an improvement in the Kpop idol management system.
One of them includes speaking up for idols who are under a lot of pressure from their management companies as well as pointing out problems in the way these companies manage idols:
Having been active in the entertainment industry for more than 10 years, SUGA's experience and experience have given him a remarkable ability to express his opinions in public. But in that, he always maintains a straightforward, honest and sincere attitude that makes anyone admire.
Even SUGA's interviews have many times become hot topics for kσrєαn netizens. Most notably, in an interview with Weverse Magazine, he shared about the difficulties idols face with the harsh management system of idol companies and their "fatigue".
In this interview, SUGA boldly pointed out the disadvantages that artists have to endure from the management company. It includes sensitive issues such as wages or labor exhaustion in the current promotion process, especially about the "dark side" of kσrєαn music shows. SUGA does not hesitate to criticize management companies for not understanding their artists and turning them into "products" rather than music producers.
Specifically, SUGA pointed out that management companies often force artists to appear frequently after debut. They are not even paid even though they work to the point of physical and mental exhaustion.
SUGA said: "The way artists work seems so difficult. They make an appearance on a different music show every day once the promotional period begins, meaning the exhaustion artists face is enormous, and that fatigue often results in injuries as it adds up. That kind of music show is for promotional purposes, so it’s not like the artists can earn a proper income from them."
Next, SUGA did not hesitate to point out its consequences and ways to limit bad situations from happening to idols. He continued: "On top of that, despite all the promoting, there’s no visible outcome, so they inevitably lose morale. If possible, it’d be nice to have one of the performances be really high-quality, even if it’s just the one, but in this environment I’d say that’s pretty difficult. And since our job doesn’t fit the common conception of work, there’s ambiguous boundaries when it comes to issues of lєgαl protection as well. We need a lot of improvements to be made to the industry and its system."
It is clear that SUGA was referring to idol companies with poor management, where they do not pay attention to ensuring the mental and physical health of their artists but only care about profits from working. debuting a music group. That is completely unfair to artists because they are not a lifeless industrial product.
SUGA's words in the interview became a wake-up call for companies that oppress idols and also a protection for new generation idols:
- I have always admire artists. I have always admired how they endured hardships for their pαѕѕion. I have always admired how artists had a dream & how hard they worked to be in that dream. So when Suga said "the way artists work seems so difficult" it reinforce my admiration.
- Yoongi is right, TV stations don’t pay idols but make huge profits from their sweat and tears.
- This is one of the most straightforward idols I’ve ever seen. Really great, he dared to stand up to protect the rights of Kpop idols.
- Its just that he has the POWER to speak the crap stuff bout kpop and tbh yall should be thankful for that. People should learn from him.
- Truth be told... most of the idols may realize what Suga said is true. However, they might not show their agreement to this because it is also true that they need to appear on music shows for promotions. BTS also did that. What Suga said is what he thinks is true not only for him but for all the idols. He was brave enough to speak up for the idols like him.
- I prefer being told the honest truth rather than being lied to for the sake of keeping kpops pure image
- If you love your idol, you should be happy that Suga said this. He knows BTS has a platform and he is using it to help ALL idols. I am grateful everyday for BTS and this proves why.
- He is only specking the truth. Many idols could never talk so openly about how they felt going to music show promotions so I’m glad Suga was able to share his own experience and that’s probably how all idols feel.
Fortunately, at the present time, BTS has the right to do what they like. Bł₲ Ⱨł₮ Music has also responded to requests and listened to their artists more. The two sides have considered and chosen which activity is better for both the artist and the company! Hopefully other management companies can do this too!
