Former FIFTY FIFTY members Aran, Sio and Saena have addressed their controversial resolution to reunite with ‘Cupid’ producer Ahn Sung-il.
Each the previous FIFTY FIFTY members and their present label Large E&C revealed new statements on February 27 addressing the choice to work with Ahn Sung-il, CEO of The Givers and producer of the band’s viral hit ‘Cupid’, on the trio’s upcoming redebut as ablume.
Large E&C first introduced Ahn’s involvement in preparations for ablume’s debut on February 26, saying that the members personally requested to work with him on new music. Notably, Ahn was beforehand accused by FIFTY FIFTY’s label Attrakt of making an attempt to “poach” the members in 2023, following the success of ‘Cupid’.
In a brand new assertion, the three Okay-pop idols defined that after their contracts with Attrakt have been terminated in 2023, they’d “spent a very long time in isolation, feeling misplaced and not sure of easy methods to transfer ahead”. They later signed withMassive E&C, who they stated “actually perceive our scenario and supported us with heat and care”.
“As we mentioned our future, we realised that a very powerful factor was staying true to the messages we wished to share by our music,” they stated. “Our firm absolutely supported this, and after a lot thought, we determined to achieve out to [Ahn Sung-il], somebody who understands us higher than anybody and has helped us create a few of our most significant work.”
Sio, Saena and Aran added that regardless of “many issues [being] stated publicly that don’t mirror the reality, we’re working exhausting to set the document straight. However please know there’s nothing to be involved about”.
The trio additionally briefly touched on their ongoing authorized battle with Attrakt: “Whereas we can’t share all the main points in regards to the authorized issues simply but, our firm is aware of the total reality and is standing by us each step of the best way.”
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On the identical day, Large E&C additionally claimed in an announcement that Attrakt’s allegations towards Ahn “differ from public studies, with some particulars misinterpreted or inaccurately conveyed”. In consequence, Sio, Saena and Aran “requested a direct dialog with [the producer], after which key info have been verified”.
“Earlier than launching into official promotions, the members engaged in thorough discussions to prioritise their musical path and creative high quality,” the corporate added. “They extremely valued his achievements and experience within the international music business, and out of respect for his or her creative imaginative and prescient, we fastidiously thought of this resolution earlier than selecting to work collectively.”
— MASSIVE E&C (@MASSIVE_ENC) February 27, 2025
In June 2023, the unique 4 members of FIFTY FIFTY filed to droop their unique contracts with Attrakt, which was later denied by a Seoul court docket. Whereas all members initially appealed the choice, member Keena later withdrew her attraction and returned to the company.
After a months-long authorized battle, the company terminated its contracts with Saena, Sio and Aran. Final November, Attrakt introduced that FIFTY FIFTY could be re-organised with a brand new line-up centred round Keena. The band would later return with 4 new members and a mini-album titled ‘Love Tune’.
