The place have been you when eaJ—previously a part of the Korean rock band Day6, introduced his departure from JYP Leisure and the band?
Over the weekend, MyDays, the fandom of South Korea’s hottest band in the meanwhile, DAY6, was in shambles following eaJ’s look on the Zach Sang Present. The explanation for this was as a result of eaJ had opened up about his emotions in direction of the group and the circumstances surrounding his departure from his former company.
It’s been some time since I had been on this one! Thanks @zachsang 🙇❤️https://t.co/7mosKbi0RR
— eaJ (@eaJPark) September 12, 2024
Full interview with @eaJPark is up!https://t.co/VvS7gJyktC pic.twitter.com/a2Fnznczh5
— Zach Sang Present (@ZachSangShow) September 12, 2024
eaJ, who previously glided by the identify Jae as a member of Day6, first gained consideration in South Korea after collaborating within the first season of “Ok-pop Star” again in 2012. In 2015, he debuted as a vocalist and electrical guitarist for DAY6.
He first started his private music mission as ‘eaJ’ titled “the eaJ Undertaking,” the place he launched 8 self-written tracks on his SoundCloud and YouTube.
In the identical yr, DAY6 took a hiatus after they launched their sixth EP, “The Ebook of Us: The Demon,” to deal with their psychological well being. JYP Leisure acknowledged that each Park Sungjin and Jae particularly had been suggested to take a break from skilled actions on the time.
eaJ continued to be energetic in 2020 via his Twitch streaming, collaborations with different artists, and even voice performing for the third season of “Large Hero 6: The Collection.” In 2021, DAY6 launched their seventh EP, “The Ebook of Us: Negentropy,” which marked Sungjin and Jae’s finish to their hiatus. This was the final album to function eaJ.
On December 31, 2021, eaJ had first introduced on his private Twiiter (now X) account that he will likely be taking a hiatus as a member of DAY6. JYP Leisure afterward launched an announcement which stated that eaJ will likely be leaving the band and that his unique contract with them had ended resulting from private causes.
All through his time as a member of DAY6, eaJ had composed about 46 songs within the band’s discography. DAY6 at present operates as a 4-member band with members Sungjin, YoungK, Wonpil, and Dowoon.
Now, 3 years after his departure from DAY6, eaJ has spoken up about his experiences and emotions in direction of the group, which finally led to him receiving backlash. Within the interview particularly, eaJ had been requested about his emotions about DAY6’s album titled “Fourever”.
It was evident within the interview that eaJ was kind of hesitant to speak in regards to the group, however he spoke about it as truthfully as he might. To that finish, eaJ stated that seeing the album title “Fourever” sort of harm, as a result of it felt like he was “being erased” from the historical past of the group.
eaJ straightforwardedly stated that he had a tough time watching any DAY6 content material as a result of it reminded him of his previous, how he had fought “tooth and nail” to advertise the band as a lot as he might, and the way he had a tough time coming again to South Korea up to now as a result of he was all the time “full of anxiousness.”
eaJ responds to Day6 naming their EP “Fourever”@eaJPark pic.twitter.com/Qz54IQjd1x
— Zach Sang Present (@ZachSangShow) September 13, 2024
Nonetheless, eaJ stated that he was pleased with DAY6 and he all the time “knew that they’d be on the prime of the world”.
The interview was coincidentally launched at a time the place DAY6 are at present reaping the rewards for all of their arduous work up to now years—their songs have lately reached a “Actual Time All-Kill” standing in South Korea, and 4 of their songs are at present on Melon chart’s prime 5.
eaJ’s commenta drew in combined reactions from DAY6 followers, with some particularly saying that he’s saying all that as a result of he’s now not within the band after they’re at present so beloved in South Korea.
clearly their success is bothering #him rather a lot as a result of they by no means obtained this when #he was within the group https://t.co/hYzCq8Xrv0
— yul ིྀ (@nugulemonade) September 13, 2024
possibly im being too harsh right here however claiming to be “erased” simply due to an ep title saying the group is transferring on as 4… you made the choice to go away the group. and also you have been additionally the identical particular person saying issues like “im not in kpop anymore” pic.twitter.com/8p4CC9Y3Yq
— yul ིྀ (@nugulemonade) September 13, 2024
he stated quite a lot of controversial issues that led to dangerous pr for day6 and himself however has since mirrored upon this stuff (as expressed within the interview) so i wouldnt say hes dangerous. simply aggravated this interview got here out when day6 is lastly getting their second the timing feels…
— yul ིྀ (@nugulemonade) September 13, 2024
all of us bear in mind this, so no, he ain’t obtained no sympathy from me pic.twitter.com/JYWGIrk9Zw https://t.co/2CKaktCPgn
— tanny 🍉 (@cowboybahng) September 14, 2024
jae must stfu. day6 deserves this https://t.co/mO3yctJRZ8
— lacking ty monitor (@THEESHOTARO) September 14, 2024
jae must study to close up once more. nobody erase him, he determined to go away himself and it was a good choice. nevertheless it does not make sense to me that each time i see this man on my tl it is as a result of he talks a few group from which HE determined to go away https://t.co/BoainmPqse
— might (@jungsumiau) September 13, 2024
firstly, fuck this present. secondly, why deliver up day6 when jae hasn’t been a part of it for YEARS now? it’s actually necessary to notice that the group was ALSO harm by him leaving & his actions on the time. why look down on them for exhibiting companionship after every little thing? https://t.co/3GUGC6UWi0
— trissy 🤍 (@lofiracha) September 13, 2024
leaving a band to turn into a twitch streamer is certainly…a selection…. https://t.co/aTAoZCPAvN
— maria 🍉 (@royalsoo) September 14, 2024
he’s so hilarious for performing like he didn’t select to go away to turn into a twitch streamer… i’ve no sympathy for “them transferring on hurts me ☹️” once you harm them first by leaving them for TWITCH. not giving them your endlessly was a selection, now take care of the implications https://t.co/I79Vnm9DQj
— mau 🍉 (@jellyiren) September 13, 2024
Day6 have labored extremely arduous to guard the band’s identify & legacy after the hiatus & every little thing…And similar to that, the group’s identify is within the dangerous gentle once more, only a week earlier than their world tour begins💔….I simply wish to ask, are you cheerful now? pic.twitter.com/yGzU5zBBPo
— 집돌이 || ia🐱 (@bobbmukja) September 13, 2024
Then again, some followers additionally spoke in favor of eaJ, significantly highlighting the truth that he has nothing however supportive of the band and his efforts in selling the band higher than their company. (Trace: JaeSix, ASC, mentioning DAY6 when he was nonetheless streaming on Twitch, and so forth.)
Different followers additionally identified that there was nothing incorrect with him speaking about his experiences when he was within the Ok-pop {industry}, as a result of they have been HIS personal experiences. If we didn’t enable him to speak about them freely, then it will be like invalidating the entire ache he and the band has been via.
Day6’s present success remains to be his success regardless of the way you guys twist his phrases, his intentions and his emotions. Pleasant reminder that Jae is first within the credit for this music. Certainly one of Day6’s longest charting songs. https://t.co/RFAqcB91PY pic.twitter.com/Dp2ODESUDE
— jingjing 🦊✨ (@berryminhui) September 14, 2024
he left the band as a result of he was being mistreated, artists have reached out to collab with him and day6 however jyp all turned them down for him https://t.co/5f4vzzULnN
— yannie met tito eaj! ✨ (@yujustala) September 14, 2024
He stated fairly a number of variety of occasions that day6 will likely be on prime of the world and that they’d make good music nonetheless even with out him. He has all the time been and remains to be pleased with the boys. He loves them. You idiots have to cease pondering his beef is with the 4 AND that he is jealous https://t.co/1zdP3d2dS8
— riri met eaj:) (@withering_lilac) September 14, 2024
they might by no means gaslight me into believing that jae left day6 on dangerous phrases. gurl i used to be there when it occurred. and like they’re all nonetheless on speaking phrases so it is simply so bizarre to see sure mydays erasing him from historical past https://t.co/HjKxvdBRDw
— carla🕸️ (@durkhheim) September 12, 2024
i actually have to kill myself pic.twitter.com/oVHLC9OG4a
— nik🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ JAE AND DAY6 MONTH (@6aylight) September 12, 2024
you would like you possibly can erase jae from the band when there’s 4 albums and seven EPs along with his songwriting credit and vocals. i guess you grind your tooth each time you take heed to his voice and it should suck being you.
— mira 🩹☔️ (@dearkwp) September 12, 2024
individuals who arent with day6 since debut mustn’t communicate on how JAE feels in regards to the band.. HE IS THE BIGGEST SUPPORTER OF THE GROUP. Selling it ever since debut bc STUDIO J CANT FCKING DO THEIR JOB RIGHT https://t.co/M3IKg8fAbZ
— 💃 (@yslprincesss) September 14, 2024
the quantity of followers who used to reward jae for always selling day6 when their label did jackshit for them.. like what number of of y’all wouldn’t be right here with out his love for the band. the identical love that persists at this time regardless of every little thing that occurred https://t.co/VZFmsF94df
— angela ☆ ^-ㅅ-^ (@coffeedjh) September 12, 2024
im truthfully glad that jae is out of that {industry}. i dont know the way i’ll survive their fan tradition at the present time. the people who find themselves preaching about psychological well being are the identical ones who’re sending hate to different artists. make it make sense??
— Mara noticed eaJ 5x 🌧 (@maramar___) September 13, 2024
let me inform you day6 have been in nugudom bcs jype dont wish to fucking promote the band however jae introduced them to kpop star to carry out they usually charted for the primary time nobody loves day6 greater than jae does https://t.co/H23DabiCWd
— sara 🇵🇸 (@hongdbins) September 14, 2024
“If anybody is aware of Jae as a pal or a detailed particular person you’ll know he wasn’t which means that as what he stated”
The identical particular person you are attempting so arduous as model as misogynistic is among the only a few individuals within the k-industry who has spoken up in regards to the present problems with SA rn https://t.co/KH8zShhncO pic.twitter.com/YSXufif1Zw
— jingjing 🦊✨ (@berryminhui) September 15, 2024
“jae ought to cease speaking about day6” no he should not. he was in it. they usually haven’t got an issue with him mentioning them both. there isn’t any drawback with him mentioning them day6 by no means get any backlash from him doing so anyway. let him discuss his personal experiences
— nik🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ JAE AND DAY6 MONTH (@6aylight) September 13, 2024
I imply this in essentially the most respectful method potential bc all 5 of them are superb performers collectively and on their very own however jae’s presence is really so missed, the way in which he used to speak to the group and stroll round throughout freely was so superb i’ve by no means had a live performance expertise prefer it https://t.co/0C65KYDCm1
— 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝘆*ೃ༄ (@pixieslx) September 12, 2024
its humorous & unhappy on the identical time that jae stated he doesn’t know if he has the correct to say in regards to the band when he has EVERY proper to take action cos he’s been with the band longer than us whereas there’s some ppl who suppose they’ve the correct to say in regards to the band like they’re aside of it
— mira 🩹☔️ (@dearkwp) September 12, 2024
idk who wants to listen to this however sure you CAN like each jae and day6 with out having a secret vendetta towards considered one of them
— nik🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ JAE AND DAY6 MONTH (@6aylight) September 8, 2024
Jae 🙁 i hope someday it is possible for you to to let the world know.. and simply stay your life with out the heavy burden in your shoulders to maintain issues to your self..
— nad (@littlemooneaJ) September 11, 2024
On September 15, 2024, YoungK not directly addressed the rumors of the band and eaJ now not being in touch by saying, “It could possibly be somebody’s birthday.” eaJ’s birthday is on September 15.
240915 애플뮤직
Whereas saying goodbye 😆🦊 Glad Birthday to you~
🐻 *joins in* … What birthday?
🦊 Nicely, it could possibly be somebody’s birthday at this time?
🐻 Ahhh~#DAY6 #데이식스 pic.twitter.com/rYV9VAwiKv— Zoe / 조이 🍀 (@howtoyoungk) September 15, 2024
it COULD be somebody’s birthday at this time
— nik🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ JAE AND DAY6 MONTH (@6aylight) September 15, 2024
“it could possibly be somebody’s birthday” sir ive liked you for 5 consecutive years i do know the face youre making isnt for “simply because” its for “i’ve a hidden ulterior motive and imma make it apparent”pic.twitter.com/WwsXuwomzP
— ifrah (@sungjinade) September 15, 2024
Nicely, it could possibly be somebody’s birthday at this time? – Kang younger hyun 150924
— Sia (@LeanOnDowoon) September 15, 2024
As somebody who has been a fan of DAY6 since their “Each DAY6 Undertaking” in 2017, and who discovered about DAY6 via eaJ’s interactions with followers on Twitter up to now, seeing all of this occur is somewhat bittersweet.
Followers from the start have seen how arduous eaJ labored only for DAY6 to be promoted, how he was DAY6’s most energetic member previous to his hiatus, and for being a vital half to DAY6’s traction. eaJ additionally has not badmouthed the band in any method, and has all the time acknowledged that he’ll all the time imagine in them and be pleased with DAY6.
Additionally it is fairly apparent that eaJ has grown from his previous errors and has performed quite a lot of reflecting almost about the issues he has performed up to now. If we have been to proceed crucifying him for his previous, how would we see how a lot he’s improved? It’s like we’re not permitting him to turn into a greater particular person, and the way we’re simply boxing one particular person in a sure stereotype simply due to his previous.
This goes out to anybody on the market really, EXCEPT for criminals and sexual offenders. We’re all allowed to make errors and to develop from them. eaJ is not any exception to this—for positive he has repented for the entire issues he’s stated and performed.
Now, he visibly appears to be like higher than he was up to now and he’s gotten some insights over time. Let eaJ and DAY6 stay and exist in the identical timeline. eaJ’s presence in DAY6 was a time to recollect, that’s for positive.
However that doesn’t make his absence from the band the principle level of issues. He and DAY6 have turn into extra profitable because the years passed by, and certainly, they’re nothing however pleased with one another.
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