2NE1 Fans Outraged By Lightstick “Downgrade”

Fans hate the new design.

Recently, 2NE1 announced a reunion and comeback tour in honor of the 15th anniversary.

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Ahead of the tour, YG Entertainment revealed an official lightstick. Yet, many fans were not excited.

Many pointed out that 2NE1 already had a lightstick, and they feel this update is a downgrade from the originals.

The original two 2NE1 lightsticks were unique and stood out from others. They fit the group’s fandom, BLACKJACK, which is taken from blackjack, “a card game where the closer you are to 21, the more you win.” So, the lightsticks fit the concept of the card game. The new lightstick appears too basic for fans, as the design incorporates the generic sphere shape.

 

Additionally, BLACKJACKs are alarmed by the apparent color change. 2NE1’s fandom color has always been hot pink.

Yet, the new lightstick is giving red, not hot pink. This further upsets fans, who feel the group’s legacy is disregarded.

Some fans even had better ideas. They argued that even with a lightstick update, there could have been a better way to do it that maintained the group’s concept.

Since BLACKJACKs don’t like the new lightstick, many are swearing not to buy it. Instead, they are demanding that YG Entertainment restock the original.

On the other hand, 2NE1’s new concert merchandise has also received backlash for different reasons. Read more below.

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