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Yoon Sang Refutes Nepotism Claims About RIIZE’s Anton

Yoon Sang, a highly acclaimed musician in South Korea, recently appeared on tvN’s You Quiz on the Block. He was joined by his son Yoon Chan Young, who debuted in SM Entertainment’s new boy group RIIZE as Anton.

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Part 3 | So Anton & his mom persistently asked Yoonsan permission to be an Idon for 1 year! Woww #anton #앤톤 #yoonsang #윤상 #riize #라이즈 #youquizontheblock

♬ original sound – RIIZE city – RIIZE city

Yoon Sang denied involvement in his son’s career

Yoon Sang’s reputation in the music industry is well-established. He started his career in the 1980s and gained fame for blending various genres, including pop, electronic, and classical music. Over the years, Yoon Sang worked on numerous musical projects, both on his own and with other artists. In fact, he has produced and written songs for some of SM Entertainment’s top acts, including BoA and TVXQ.

Because of Yoon Sang’s ties to SM Entertainment, some have accused Anton of trading on his father’s name to become famous. These speculations have followed the idol since his debut with RIIZE in September 2023. So when the father-son duo sat down with You Quiz on the Block host Yoo Jae Suk, they seized the opportunity to clear the air.

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Part 4 | ANTON IS “AUDITION” TO SM Yeorobuun!!! #anton #앤톤 #yoonsang #윤상 #riize #라이즈 #youquizontheblock

♬ original sound – RIIZE city – RIIZE city

During the interview, Yoo Jae Suk asked Anton how he got into SM Entertainment as a trainee. Anton replied that he won a spot on the agency’s roster after passing several auditions. Eventually, his hard work paved the way for him to get into RIIZE. Yoo Jae Suk expressed his surprise, saying, “Wow, you auditioned after signing up by yourself? Well, people have said Yoon Sang got you in.”

In response, Yoon Sang remarked, “Whenever I hear such things, I always think that people really don’t know how the world works.” With that one statement, he indirectly denied any involvement in his son’s career.

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Part 5 | Riize introduce by Yoonsang & performing Love 119 & Get a guitar at You Quiz on the Block #riize #라이즈 #youquizontheblock #anton #앤톤 #yoonsang #윤상

♬ Love 119 – RIIZE

Important perspectives

This wasn’t the first time Anton and Yoon Sang addressed the nepotism allegations. A few weeks ago, Anton went viral for his response to a netizen calling him a “nepo baby,” a derogatory term used to describe those who purportedly benefit career-wise from their famous or successful parents. This happened after he and his father performed together at the 2023 Gayo Daejejeon.

The debate on nepotism in entertainment is complicated, but Anton and Yoon Sang offer important perspectives. They counter the common beliefs and rumors about artists with connections or family ties in the industry. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Anton and Yoon Sang say the K-pop idol got into SM on his own merits. Source: X/@soonkyut.

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RIIZE’s Anton Goes Viral for Sassy Response to ‘Nepo Baby’ Comment

RIIZE‘s Anton recently became the talk of the town for his nonchalant yet uproarious response to being labeled a “nepo baby.” Anton has been in the spotlight even before his debut. That’s because he’s the son of noted musician Lee Yoon Sang.

Following Anton and his father‘s memorable performance at the 2023 Gayo Daejejeon, a netizen referred to him as a “nepo baby.” This is a derogatory term. It’s often used to refer to individuals perceived to have leveraged their family connections for success in the industry.

However, the idol’s response was anything but ordinary. He quoted Lady Gaga‘s “Born This Way,” an unapologetic and witty comeback that left netizens in stitches, catapulting Anton to a whole new level of internet fame. On X (formerly known as Twitter), many celebrated his bold and instantly iconic retort.

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Replying to @riize_official I LOVE THAT FOR YOU ANTON! #RIIZE #ANTON #YOONSANG #앤톤 #윤상 #찬영 #CHANYOUNG #talksaxychallenge #talksaxyriize #talksaxy

♬ Born This Way Lady Gaga – johanna

Anton and Yoon Sang’s performance was well-received

Despite that comment, Anton and Yoon Sang‘s collaborative performance at the 2023 MBC Gayo Daejejeon was well-received by fans. Yoon Sang, a composer and contemporary music professor at Sungshin Women’s University, has been a prominent figure in the music industry since 1987. His diverse catalog spans various genres including ballads, electronica, jazz, pop, and R&B.

He and Anton performed his single “Running,” which he released in 1996 under the artist name Nodance. The song’s original version was a collaboration with Shin Hae-chul, a pioneer of Korean experimental rock music. At the festival, the father-and-son tandem’s rendition saw Yoon Sang on the keys and Anton on the cello. The other RIIZE members harmonized with them. Fans swooned over the duo’s playing and singing.

윤상 X 라이즈 – 달리기 (Yoonsang X RIIZE – Run), MBC 231231 방송

Anton‘s viral moment, paired with the duo’s heartwarming performance at the festival, underscores the unique combination of talent and personality that sets RIIZE apart in the K-pop industry. In a world where negativity often lurks in the comments, Anton‘s lighthearted response to the “nepo baby” comment is a good example of handling criticism with grace and style in a world where negativity often lurks in the comments. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Anton handled that really well, don’t you think? Source: X/@RIIZE_official, X/@yizeuns.

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