TUIDE Faces NewJeans Plagiarism Accusations After “GRLS” Pre-Debut Release

TUIDE dropped their pre-debut single “GRLS” through a full performance video, but the release quickly drew backlash after fans noticed the beat sounded strikingly close to NewJeans’ “Cool With You.” A side-by-side comparison video went viral almost immediately,

reigniting frustration among NewJeans fans already fatigued by repeated plagiarism accusations against HYBE-affiliated groups this year. TUIDE is still set to officially debut August 24 with the EP “TUNE & PLAY,” led by title track “SUN KISS.”