KiiiKiii’s Experimental “Debut Song” Sparks Mixed Reactions From Netizens

Starship Entertainment‘s new girl group KiiiKiii has caused a stir online after releasing their newest pre-debut track. The song has split opinions among K-pop fans on social media, with some praising its unique style while others criticize its approach.

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The track comes right before KiiiKiii’s official debut on February 24, 2025, when they’ll release their single “I DO ME.” The group will then drop their first mini-album, Uncut Gem, on March 24 — which will include six songs total, including both “I DO ME” and “Debut Song.”

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The unusual style of “Debut Song” has become a hot topic among K-pop fans. Those who like it say it’s a fresh take on K-pop that breaks away from typical sounds. These fans appreciate the group trying something different and praise their unique style.

now this is the weird core yall have been asked righttttt https://t.co/JKk4ktS9f3

— jeddie (@rebelhaart) February 23, 2025

now this is the weird core yall have been asked righttttt https://t.co/JKk4ktS9f3

— jeddie (@rebelhaart) February 23, 2025

You either get it or you don’t, mv and song made for silly pretty girls who love high fashion and taking too much pics https://t.co/0nvmLglqfe

— ㅋㅋ🐞 (@sredulv) February 23, 2025

However, critics say being different isn’t enough if the song itself isn’t good. Some fans feel the track tries too hard to be unique, leading to debates about what makes good experimental K-Pop versus just being different for the sake of it.

https://t.co/vRHK8xbbI5 pic.twitter.com/LN2eNVBGcw

— tani ♡ (@eaudeloona) February 23, 2025

they wanna be noticed so bad but it's a miss. https://t.co/vNYq2vk6Ka

— nevi 💙 (@ARMAGAEDD0N) February 23, 2025

Y’all talking about them finally bringing weird concepts back but like….. the music still gotta be good yall you can’t just release garbage music and call it weird core 😭 https://t.co/udX4flRh7p

— em⁷ ✶༊🌷🫧💭₊˚ෆ🐺 𖧵 (@em_withluvv) February 23, 2025

The split response shows how K-Pop fans often disagree about what makes good music. While some fans love KiiiKiii’s different approach, others wonder if it will appeal to most listeners. You can check out the music video for KiiiKiii’s “Debut Song” below!