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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Their hit song 'Ice Cream,' continues to soar in popularity, while also stirring up a mix of acclaim and critique. The remarkable ascent of K-pop is undeniable, yet it has sparked discord among certain Muslim and Christian supporters due to certain song lyrics. A standout line sung by Lisa, "Play the part like Moses (peace be upon him), keep it fresh like roses," has sparked controversy. Moses holds deep significance in Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and other Abrahamic faiths. Concerns have arisen among followers of these religions, who interpret sexual innuendos within the song's lyrics.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/korean-entertainment/article/its-official-blackpinks-jisoo-is-dating-korean-actor-ahn-bo-hyun-23301513" target="_blank" rel="none noopener">BLACKPINK</a></strong>'s star power extended to a show of support for Frank Ocean at his Coachella performance. The association raised eyebrows due to Ocean's track 'Bad Religion', which contains content perceived as offensive to Muslims. This development has ignited a firestorm within the fan communities of BTS and BLACKPINK. The ripple effect emerged when Namjoon, a prominent member of BTS, shared Ocean's song. Renowned as a singer, songwriter, and rapper, Frank Ocean's debut studio album, Channel Orange, featured the contentious track. 'Bad Religion' delves into themes of unrequited love with a taxi driver, with specific lyrics provoking accusations of Islamophobia from listeners.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Upon the song's release, particular lines from the chorus drew attention, igniting discussions over their implications. Lyrics such as "He said, 'Allahu Akbar'" and "Bo Bo, you need prayer" raised eyebrows and prompted debates about their meaning. The lines culminate in "If it brings me to my knees, it's a bad religion," adding layers to the conversation surrounding the song's message.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Online, fervent fans of BLACKPINK, affectionately known as 'Blinks,' took to Twitter to share their diverse opinions on these controversies. The platform became a battleground for discussions about the song's interpretation, its potential to cause offense, and the broader context of religious sensitivity. The fans remained divided on whether to support their idols or not.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Blinks are blind when it comes to their faves but BTS members breathes nd they starts barking<br /><br />JISOO APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS<br />BLACKPINK APOLOGIZE TO HINDUS<br />BLACKPINK APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS <a href="https://t.co/88cPKIu5cn">pic.twitter.com/88cPKIu5cn</a></p>
&mdash; KonuKooK⁷//ʟᴀʏᴏ(ꪜ)ᴇʀ (@konuOt7) <a href="https://twitter.com/konuOt7/status/1692068703985361125?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">August 17, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">why is blink so dumb not knowing their master pisted the same song before?<br /><br />BLACKPINK APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS <a href="https://t.co/rBTs0e78dV">pic.twitter.com/rBTs0e78dV</a></p>
&mdash; chr.st⁷ (@_ceuphoria_) <a href="https://twitter.com/_ceuphoria_/status/1692069395982664120?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">August 17, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">JISOO APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS<br />JENNIE APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS<br />LISA APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS<br />BLACKPINK APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS <a href="https://t.co/XRmfPrpXdG">pic.twitter.com/XRmfPrpXdG</a></p>
&mdash; chr.st⁷ (@_ceuphoria_) <a href="https://twitter.com/_ceuphoria_/status/1692069581429572045?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">August 17, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">JISOO APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS<br />JENNIE APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS<br />LISA APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS<br />BLACKPINK APOLOGIZE TO MUSLIMS<br />Why should blackpink apologize. All the members respect Islam the even visited Saudi arabia and UAE and the respect islam<br />Jennie even visited a mosque wearing scarf <a href="https://t.co/TbxzyjNNJe">pic.twitter.com/TbxzyjNNJe</a></p>
&mdash; Aminah24244 (@Aminah23233) <a href="https://twitter.com/Aminah23233/status/1691944081016992181?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">August 16, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">They&rsquo;re not going to apologize for listening to one mere frank ocean song, it&rsquo;s not worth tweeting &ldquo;blackpink apologize to Muslims.&rdquo; Get over your sensitivity and move on <a href="https://t.co/P1lZToMulG">pic.twitter.com/P1lZToMulG</a></p>
&mdash; ｂｅｌｌ　セだホ⁷ (@qyfui) <a href="https://twitter.com/qyfui/status/1692016087313879348?ref_src=twsrc-Etfw">August 17, 2023</a></blockquote>
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