Jay Park Angered by 'Long Shot' Sidekick Controversy and Appearance-Shaming Comments: "I Own the Company" [Full Text]

[Sportschosun Baek Ji-eun] Singer Jay Park is locked in a series of back-and-forth exchanges with netizens.

On the 11th, Jay Park wrote on his account, "Next time, I will officially join LNGSHOT. That was always my goal, and no one can stop me. I own the company, and I created the group."

He added, "The stories you make up online mean nothing in real life. Just enjoy the music and this journey, or stand by and watch. The LNGSHOT members respect and appreciate me, and I respect them and will take care of them when needed. We make every decision in direct consultation with LNGSHOT. It is an enormous privilege and benefit early in my career."

Last month, Jay Park released the joint mixtape "4SHOBOIZ Vol. 2: 4SHOVILLE" with LNGSHOT. However, some fans complained that LNGSHOT had been reduced to a sidekick after reports said Jay Park would take center stage and close out performances on music shows, and that he would also join LNGSHOT's world tour starting in September.

In response, Jay Park warned, "Their career exists because I created something to give them. Don't talk about things you don't know."

On the 3rd, he also fired back at a netizen who left a malicious comment under a post that said, "Every time I order alcohol in the United States, they check my ID. That means I look younger than 21," writing, "Believe it or not, you look 45. Bartenders are legally required to check IDs no matter how old the other person looks."

Jay Park countered, "I can take care of my parents, friends, and family. What are you doing with your life? If you ever become comfortable and proud of yourself, you won't need to hide behind anonymity and put others down."

LNGSHOT is a four-member boy group first launched by More Vision, the agency founded by Jay Park, and debuted in January.

Baek Ji-eun silk781220@sportschosun.com