BIGHIT MUSIC Shuts Down Plagiarism Claims Surrounding BTS Jungkook's 'Seven'

The world of music is often filled with excitement, surprises, and, unfortunately, occasional controversies. One such controversy recently sparked when accusations of plagiarism swirled around BTS 's Jungkook and his hit song "Seven." However, the response from BIGHIT MUSIC , the agency behind BTS, has quickly doused these flames.

On August 22, a media outlet ignited a debate by suggesting that Jungkook's "Seven" might have borrowed a significant portion from Fin.K.L 's track " Time of Mask ," which dates back to the year 2000. But BIGHIT MUSIC, ever vigilant in protecting its artists' creative integrity, promptly addressed the allegations.

In a statement, BIGHIT MUSIC clarified, “We would like to inform you that the claims of copyright infringement regarding Jungkook’s ‘Seven’ are not true.” The agency went on to shed light on the song's creation process, highlighting its international collaboration. "Seven" was crafted with the collective efforts of five foreign composers, making it a piece completely distinct from a domestic song that emerged over two decades ago. BIGHIT MUSIC emphasized that the claims lacked substance and failed to meet the criteria for plagiarism determination.

The controversy might have created a buzz, but it certainly didn't overshadow the remarkable success of "Seven." Since its release on July 14, 2023, the song has been smashing records left and right, while simultaneously climbing to the summit of various music charts. Billboard , Spotify , the Official Charts, and more have all witnessed the song's dominance.


For those who might need a refresher, "Seven" is a solo track by Jungkook, featuring Latto. The song comes in two versions - a clean edition and an explicit one. The accompanying music video stars Han So-hee and has already amassed a staggering 171 million views. Not only has it stormed the charts, but "Seven" has also managed to capture the hearts of BTS members and fans alike.

But the triumphs don't end there. The song's Spotify streams recently soared past the 400 million mark, a feat that solidified its status as the fastest song by a male artist to achieve this milestone. In a mere 33 days, Jungkook's "Seven" accomplished what many can only dream of. The song's impact on a global scale has secured its place as the third fastest song ever to reach 400 million streams. Miley Cyrus' "Flowers" and Harry Styles ' "As It Was" stand as the only contenders in this rapid race.

What's truly astounding is that Jungkook's musical influence continues to flourish with only one official solo release under his belt. As the dust settles on the recent controversy, one thing is unmistakably clear: Jungkook has etched his name in the annals of music history, and "Seven" is a testament to his indomitable talent and global appeal.

GENZ News is the ultimate destination for the trend-savvy generation! Stay on top of the GenZ news with India's first and the only product for GENZs.