Korean Soloist Hits Back At Comparisons to aespa’s Giselle

With the increasing amount of artists debuting in the Korean entertainment sphere, it’s not uncommon for them to be compared to their peers — whether for their musical style, stage presence, or even their looks. Recently, a similar comparison has been circulating involving solo singer The Deep and aespa‘s Giselle.

The Deep, who has been steadily carving a niche for herself in the industry since her solo debut in 2019, found herself at the center of a debate among fans over her supposed resemblance to Giselle, a member of the popular K-Pop group aespa.

I'm The Deep, a Korean independent artist! Thank you for watching my mv, BAPPI 10K pic.twitter.com/bEQbmEMV3B

— The Deep (@TheDeep_offical) October 10, 2023

Before her solo career, The Deep was a member of the co-ed duo Morethan7​​​​. She is known for releasing new music in diverse genres, showcasing her versatility as an artist.​

The conversation around her resemblance to Giselle gained traction on various social media platforms, with some fans asserting that The Deep bears a striking similarity to the aespa rapper. This comparison escalated when a section of the fanbase began suggesting that The Deep was deliberately trying to emulate Giselle’s appearance. The speculation grew so pervasive that it eventually reached the singer herself.

the cutest hoodie in the world pic.twitter.com/EFYsmi1JJl

— The Deep (@TheDeep_offical) January 7, 2024

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Responding to these claims, The Deep took a straightforward approach. In a recent update, she posted a picture of the comments on her YouTube channel, accompanied by a succinct and firm “Nope~.”

The comment in the picture posted by The Deep read, “Trying hard to look like Giselle.”

아니거덩 ~~~ pic.twitter.com/VFf4qkEeEl

— The Deep (@TheDeep_offical) January 6, 2024

By addressing the issue head-on, The Deep not only set the record straight regarding her individuality but also highlighted a broader issue within the industry — the tendency to draw parallels between artists based on superficial attributes.

The Deep’s journey since her debut has been marked by her exploration of various musical genres and the release of several singles and EPs that showcase her versatility as a performer. Her discography includes extended plays like Escape and Eudaimonia, along with singles such as “Don’t Wanna Be,” “Baby, Leave Me Alone Tonight,” “Here I Am,” and “Las Vegas.”

The Deep is active on various social media platforms and continues to engage with her audience through these channels, something that has aided her success as an artist.

When dogs bark at the empty air, it’s said they‘ve seen ghosts. Inspired by this saying. ”Bad things = ghosts, demons, witches“ Even in happiness, suddenly, bad things come along. Isn‘t that just life? The Deep is coming with a MV featuring adorable ghosts. ????Jan.11 coming soon pic.twitter.com/gJStXs3bhj

— The Deep (@TheDeep_offical) January 5, 2024

While comparisons in the entertainment industry are inevitable, The Deep’s recent response to the parallels drawn between her and Giselle serves as an important commentary on the need for recognizing and respecting the individuality of each artist.