Chinese Singer Accused Of Plagiarizing Apink’s Song, Agency Responds
A Chinese internet star, Morgen Qu, has been involved in a controversy over alleged plagiarism of Apink‘s track “My My”.
A song called “Lucky Card” released by the Chinese singer in early September has been in the spotlight for being extremely similar to Apink’s “My My”.
Chinese singer Morgen Qu’s new song allegedly plagiarized Apink’s My My (2011)
이건.. 에이핑크의 마이 마이 아냐?#에이핑크 #Apink pic.twitter.com/LyAR20XTpR— asp #PinkCollection 2019 (@tfohayoung) October 31, 2018
After realizing the controversy the song had sparked, the composer of “Lucky Card” gave an explanation through an SNS post.
“I’ve become aware of the controversy over the similarity in the songs. The controversy seems to arise from the similarity in the rhythm of the songs but I was not aware of the fact that a song with a similar rhythm existed while composing the song. Moreover, the song was arranged by an outsourced arranger so we are currently taking the procedures to cancel the contract.”
ㅡ “Lucky Card” composer
The composer also stated that the controversy was not related to the singer and asked everyone to refrain from criticizing the artist.
“The plagiarism controversy is unrelated to the singer who sang the song. Please refrain from criticizing the artist.”
ㅡ “Lucky Card” composer
Meanwhile, Apink’s agency issued a statement in regard to the issue clarifying that they will discuss how to deal with the issue after confirming the facts.
“After we confirm the details, we will discuss more about the copyright issues, etc.”
ㅡ Plan A Entertainment
“Lucky Card” has apparently since been removed from the music streaming service, NetEase Cloud Music.
update: Morgen Qu’s “Lucky Card” has been taken down from NetEase Cloud Music for “copyright issues”, although no apologies or statements have been released yet pic.twitter.com/XBOM9zNIvp
— asp #PinkCollection 2019 (@tfohayoung) October 31, 2018
Listen to Apink’s “My My” below:
