Stray Kids' Felix Apologizes For Mentioning Japanese Song On Korea's Liberation Day

Aug 15, 2024

Stray Kids’ Felix has issued an apology after mentioning a Japanese song on Korea’s Liberation Day.

In the early hours of August 15 (the National Liberation Day of Korea), Felix was communicating with fans on the fan communication platform Bubble when he mentioned that he would be doing a Japanese animation challenge. This sparked criticism, as many pointed out that it was inappropriate to bring up Japanese content on a national holiday that commemorates Korea’s liberation from Japan.

Felix’s full apology reads as follows:

"Hello, this is Felix.

First and foremost, I would like to apologize to all the fans and everyone else who may have been disappointed by my careless behavior.

In the early hours of August 15, while communicating with fans on a community platform, I mentioned a Japanese song while discussing a short-form challenge.

I sincerely apologize for my lack of consideration and carelessness on such a meaningful day as Korea’s National Liberation Day.

I am reflecting deeply on my lack of historical awareness. I will make an effort to educate myself further in the areas where I have fallen short, think more carefully, and act with greater caution to ensure that this does not happen again.

I apologized once again."

source: Soompi