Jay Park Apologizes to Muslim Fans for 'Allah' Lyrics in Song 'MUKBANG!' Remix

After being embroiled in a controversy over his lyrics in "MUKBANG!" remix, Jay Park apologizes.

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Jay Park Apologizes to Muslim Fans for "Allah" Lyrics in Song "MUKBANG!" Remix

Jay Park took to his official Twitter account to personally apologize regarding the controversy surrounding his lyrics in "MUKBANG!" remix that features other artists such as Lil Cherry, GOLDBUUDA, BIBI, and Dumbfoundead from Lil Cherry and GOLDBUUDA's album "CHEF TALK," released in December 2020.

Prior to his apology, fans of Jay Park - specifically his Muslim fans - took to his social media to criticize the former idol rapper for his offensive and racist lyrics in "MUKBANG!" remix, which includes comparing himself to Allah. Fans were angered by the "All I Wanna Do" rapper for being disrespectful to the religion.

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Following the criticism and backlash, Jay Park released an initial apology on May 27 KST - which has since then been deleted - explaining how the "lyrics were never meant to be offensive or disrespectful" and apologized. He added that fans "are out of pocket" for accusing him of "dragging a religion" and being racist, and told fans to stop with the false narratives. He ended his apology by saying that to him, it was just lyrics, while it was serious to some.

However, he received further criticism and backlash for his apology. On May 28, KST, Jay Park released a second apology on his Twitter account after fans had educated and explained to him why his lyrics were problematic and offensive.

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In the apology, he explains that he didn't see the problem with his lyrics at first, but after reading the comments, he found out that he used a word that some fans are willing to sacrifice themselves for, and it was not his place to use something that meant a lot to Muslim people in his lyrics so freely. He then apologizes to his Muslim fans and adds that it was never his intent to disrespect or offend anyone. "I will be mindful going forth," said Jay Park.

In a tweet following his apology, he thanks fans who were kind enough to explain the issue.

While some fans have forgiven Jay Park and praised him for releasing a proper apology, others continue to criticize him for his ignorance and using "Allah" in the first place. Some have also demanded that he delete the song or change the lyrics.

What are your thoughts on his lyrics?

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Written by Robyn Joan