LE SSERAFIM Faces Backlash Over New Song Release

LE SSERAFIM is facing backlash after dropping their new single “Celebration” from the upcoming album PUREFLOW pt. 1 on April 24, KST.

The HYBE girl group’s latest track mixes Melodic Techno and Hardstyle, with a music video promoting unity among the world’s “misfits.”

The controversy began when fans quickly pointed out striking similarities between “Celebration” and BLACKPINK’s “Jump.” Many accused LE SSERAFIM of copying not just the sound but also the chaotic visuals of BLACKPINK’s music video.

Not just the song but the mv also seems heavily inspired from Jump with all this chaos going on… HYBE really is deep in BP nachos
— ???????????????? ???? ࣪˖ ִֶָ???? | Peaceful Era |

Everybody wants another version
black pink jump
— max

oh le sserafim you deserved so much better than jump hybe version down to the MV omg please free them
— elena ︎︎

Fans quickly reacted with mixed opinions. Some defended LE SSERAFIM, saying the two songs only share similar genres and nothing else.

However, many listeners expressed disappointment, calling “Celebration” poorly made and the “biggest downgrade” in LE SSERAFIM’s career so far.

this might be the worst song of 2026.
— Baldsé(REY DAY)

biggest downgrade in the kpop music industry
— rae

This song is straight up ass
— IXY

This group deadass might be over…
— jade

how did we go from this masterpiece to spaghetti and celebration
— rae

And last
— 7th year: mama

Some fans also noted the song’s short length but argued it’s a performance-heavy track whose true potential will show during live concerts.

As the situation unfolded, the debate over “Celebration” continues to dominate social media, marking a controversial new chapter in LE SSERAFIM’s discography.