A2K ep.1 "The Start of A2K"

A2K ep.1 "The Start of A2K"
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Did you enjoy the first episode of A2K? Comment your favorite moment below and visit our website on www.america2korea.com/ to learn more about A2K! See you all next Monday 6PM PT / 9PM ET!🤩

[@bestsence3648]

Yes

[@Kpop_k31]

Yas

[@mandieditchburn5290]

Yes

[@julie9337]

Jypapi

[@pxndxpop]

Yaaaa❤

[@yangjwn.ily.]

Sometimes I just forget that jyp is fluent in English and every time I hear him speak English i get shocked 😻

[@Sof_12333]

Jakqkqjqjajjs me

[@lxvezaya]

Of course jypapi is so talented🥰😘😚😌

[@maedotwondesen3471]

same here

[@ZailaLovesKpop]

Real

[@xiaocaomei3438]

Better than 99% of female idol rappers. By a mile.

[@sahilbhallaa]

Lexus killed it. She is definitely a girl we need. Camila really sang so good. Her vocals are just insane Kendell is so talented at such a young age. Her expressions were so good.

[@Kidon.onl1]

Perfecto❤

[@itsmjv]

luxus and camilia the best

[@yyxyvess]

He found potential dancer, vocalist and visual.

[@yoobeepedmeinthebeep]

Kendall is gonna be the center for sure

[@iriemonroe8420]

Those are the three that I'm rooting for!!

[@safichii]

I’m so crazy greatful to JYP that this has been put on free on KZbin, rather than on tv or some streaming paid platform so literally everyone can enjoy it and be part of it ❤🎉

[@sugarzblossom8168]

I am confused it seems like a lot is left out.

[@vibhashanbhag6348]

there are no english subtitles?

[@ritapapita]

Yes omg

[@Dino-pk5hc]

JYP is making another GG, but could not make a BOP songs for ITZY and NMIXX

[@peekarosieposie]

​@@Dino-pk5hche's not the CEO anymore lol

[@hulwanadalili]

this is the first time I could watch a KPOP content without needing subtitles on. JYP is the best, I can understand him speaking English, I don't know if LSM or YG speaks English this well

[@MuscleboundKage]

This is my first time hearing him speak English, had no idea he was this fluent.

[@Marshiemallowz05]

​@@MuscleboundKageyou must be young then. I've know him since before and his english is 1💯

[@infinytower3317]

LSM will speak some English (not as good as JYP though), YG , nah…

[@valastasmc]

LSM은 CSUN 컴퓨터공학 석사 입니다.

[@posted6232]

@@valastasmc 힝... 서울 농대 출신 아님??

[@74ishiku91]

Bro Lexus pitch and tone is actually really good for someone who hasn’t had any vocal training. She has my vote!

[@elle_et_dani]

Agreed!

[@armsbellykings1960]

8hhi6 994r77u

[@Ray27399]

yeahhh exactly!! She’s amazing

[@StanChunghaOrGoHome]

They autotuned the heck out of her voice to make it sound decent. I hate that survival shows don’t even showcase raw vocals anymore.

[@DP-mv7ph]

@@StanChunghaOrGoHome yeah ive noticed it too so annoying

[@user-ty9ep4fx1m]

camilla's voice is absolutely phenomenal, and she has such a stable voice. I hope we get to see more of her

[@itswil769]

Me too being also from Montreal

[@sunnygirlll_2001]

they're debuting an American group??

[@itswil769]

@@sunnygirlll_2001 well it's called A2K aka America to Korea so I think it supposed to be a normal kpop group with American talents

[@g0re_qu33n]

I agree! i had the same critique as JYP before he even said something about it and seeing that she did have the vocal power to hit those notes! it amazed me!

[@yeyyeyeyeue6147]

​@@itswil769I heard this group target market is America, just like niziu Japan market

[@nasmx1692]

Rewatching since my girls debut!! Seeing them during this awkward stage is soo cute. I can’t believe how young they all look and it hasn’t even been that long. I love rewatching Lexi.

[@XCreeperZ05]

The fact Camilo went from wanting to be a nurse then a K-POP artist is just amazing cuz she succeeded aswell

[@chriswho2010]

Katrina want TV and karaoke on christmas

[@chriswho2010]

Katrina what favorite color is purple

[@chriswho2010]

Katrina want purple party decorations

[@beyondtheradio]

She can always go back and be a nurse later ha ha I think it's great she decided to pursue her other passion first

[@liv2503]

Dalla Dalla Dallas

[@kotokoutsugi1625]

LEXUS IS SO TALENTED, she seemed to be nervous at first, but when she started dancing WOAH the confidence was so amazing

[@sajdahzhayat3040]

I can see her on stage

[@heart4felix]

her dancing skills are so clean

[@iizyystarz]

FRR

[@liv2503]

J.Y is so kind

[@kong7535]

Lexus seems very humble and grounded and I think that’s what makes a star! The looks, the dance, the voice, that can be altered/trained but not one’s humility! Way to go, Lexus. Rooting for her.

[@binn_sitonshit]

yess!!

[@idktbhokay1]

Agreeee!!

[@bubsxra1612]

real

[@abigailkonglie6721]

Ikr~ she fits JYP so well

[@user-rz9tx1bx5f]

동의합니다

[@marcylalalala]

even though Lexus is still developing her singing skills, she completely ACES the other skills she has. her dancing is already in a performatic level. watching her audition felt like watching an already debuted idol on stage because she has moves so precise and so much confidence on what she's doing

[@kittyplays417]

watching this after vcha debuted is just so crazy

[@qurratuainihambaly3807]

I love how JYP is giving proper criticism and tried not to make they feel bad. I would love to hear that kind of advice that wont make me feel down

[@perseph0ne1608]

Fr

[@bcchan97]

You have to see the next stage 😂 He'll go brutally honest once they become his company's trainees.

[@Hajimefreedom]

@@bcchan97as he should

[@izz9854]

​@@bcchan97as he should

[@linmanfu913]

​@@bcchan97I hope not. Usually I don't watch survival shows because watching children cry isn't fun. I'm hoping this series will be different because of the international character of the show.

[@ChaBillyVang]

If Lexus is chosen to debut, she’ll be the very first Hmong-American person to join the K-pop industry. I am so proud to see a Hmong sister take a step into this. So many of us grow up wishing to be a part of this industry, but with so many shortcomings within our own traditions and culture, we are never able to fully grasp it. The Hmong people are an ethnic minority from Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, and China who live deep in the mountains, far away from civilization. The few of us who made it to the USA escaped war and genocide. Our history is very devastating, but to see a hmong girl like Lexus following her dreams and appearing on A2K makes me so extremely proud!!!

[@ericsohn5084]

Isn't Hmong Vietnamese

[@AbigailVang]

@@ericsohn5084no it’s not

[@venusyang4163]

Hmong gang 😎✌️

[@MH-su1bs]

@@ericsohn5084Hmong are not Vietnamese. We are our own ethnic group that lives all over China, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand.. USA, France etc. We have our own language, traditions, clothing, etc.

[@kaochipha]

Hmong pride!!!! Will be cheering for Lexus!!!

[@brianoh7823]

Park JY"s respect for Lexus's 12 years of Ballet shows he understands her commitment and hardships of the Craft. To make a such drastic change and stop after 12 years of perfecting your Craft is the most hardest thing you will ever do in your Life. If you progress you know you are on the right path. Go Lexus!!!!

[@Lina-vr3gs]

Camila stunned me immediately her voice is so clear and powerful she really knows how to hold a note

[@Syrin23]

You know what I like about this? EVERYTHING! JYP is DEAD ON with his criticism, but he's polite and not nasty unlike a bunch of US reality shows. It's wholesome and fun.

[@blurry1467]

Fr

[@nctneo]

jyp always has the artists' best interests in mind fr

[@mamobee]

It's because JYP is actually trying to make an amazing group as opposed to American talent competition shows that do stuff for views as opposed to actually finding and nuturing talent.

[@Cubeforc3]

I was waiting for the montage of the weirdos and freaks that made a fool of themselves and it never came.

[@sokumachi729]

​@@Cubeforc3fr, I was so ready for the montage of instant fails, and then we were already moving on to Chicago? American Idol has jaded me

[@c._.lover.]

Im quite excited to watch it. JYP doesn't disappoint, TWICE, STRAY KIDS, BOY STORY, 2PM, NMIXX, ITZY, NIZIU, GOT7, XDINARY HEROES, RAIN (SOLOIST), WONDER GIRLS, MISS A, NEXZ, DAY6 and now A2K girls. i'll definitely support you all!

[@Kaybye555]

Finally someone including Niziu

[@aumnice7381]

And Boy story

[@c._.lover.]

@@aumnice7381 o, sorry

[@Cassandra_Bee]

And xdinary heroes (even tho there a band)

[@aumnice7381]

@@Cassandra_Bee yesss! Actually all of group in JYPN doesn't disappoint

[@lllasis]

Every time JYP picks up a candidate, I feel like crying knowing how much effort each one puts into singing and dancing.

[@soyeoncore._]

fr

[@thenicenoona]

Came back to watch their audtions! The growth, the confidence the energy! They really deserved it! So happy for VCHA's predebut! Enjoying everything they're showing us!

[@dichu3620]

As a Hmong person, I’m so happy to see Lexus getting recognition for her talents. She’s born a star.

[@user-pl9ux3we6v]

이 프로그램을 통해 몽족을 처음 알게되었습니다 : ) 몽족의 미래가 언제나 행복하길 기원드립니다 (_ _)

[@moonlightshine3874]

i’m so glad i wasn’t the only one who noticed!!

[@bri.elle1]

yess!

[@rok9271]

mongolian?

[@chinobandito7625]

@@rok9271far from mongolia. Hmong are an ethnic group of people from South East Asia.

[@twicetime2015]

I’m rooting for Lexus 100%, she has a good vocal color, and she’s good at dancing Edit: I don’t wanna be one of those people, but thanks for the likes😊

[@karination]

SAMEEE

[@lofiworldasmr]

shes from my state too which makes me excited

[@frickenflapcraps]

She didn't seem confident in herself, she seemed really nervous lol.

[@BLINKARMYONCEBEAMONeverlandMOA]

Am team Lexus x Camilla

[@sheakzz4440]

@@frickenflapcraps obviously. everyone was, theyre in the set of mind where this might be their last chance to pursue a dream they threw away so much for

[@husky5383]

I think that Lexus and Kendall both have good stage presence, and Camila’s voice is really good.

[@halvenhelev]

Spoiler they both 3 debuted today

[@kpop_4yuna]

Coming back after their debut and MTV performance. They have gone a long way. I remember watching this episode, wow it's been some time. So proud and touched. Love my girlies.

[@PeanutButterAndJellyBros]

Hoping Lexus opens up the way for Hmong girls to participate and give this a shot too. Hoping she gets selected!

[@keeshamies]

same! she has such a strong and powerful voice that could really come in handy, and her dance is just perfect

[@nikis_bungeoppangs]

Yes I feel so proud of her already!!

[@ObieOne2002]

Yes!! Love her.

[@TheNormalAsian]

As one of the ethnic groups like Lexus (being Meinh), I'm rooting for her. No one knows about us. She's got this!

[@trishariff5993]

Yesss i mean even her personality seems really niceee

[@est.stella]

Camilla and Lexus left a strong impression on me, singing Adele is not easy but she still did it you can see that she was nervous but who wouldn’t and Lexus she never trained to sing but she did an amazing job hope they can both make it ❤ plus Kendall looks like Nina from NiziU right?

[@WinniePooh33]

Thats really the only thing kendall has going for her. Lets hope she puts in work.

[@guinnmyahslaysstaymad]

@@WinniePooh33let’s hear her singing first.The singing average will be much higher than what current survival shows are giving us definetly.I mean it’s America

[@dizdude897]

​@@WinniePooh33she could def improved her dancing with proper training and trainers, she could be like ayaka in niziu who became a much better dancer at the end of nizi project

[@dizdude897]

@@prettyc1trus11 she def got in bcs of her looks but her expression were great tho, her expression seems natural to me

[@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans]

@@WinniePooh33 y'all rly love bringing down ppl who are more beautiful than you huh. Pathetic

[@xabiie]

I cant be the only one looking back at this after watching the last ep.

[@Urinnerzemlin]

WHO IS HERE FROM VCHAS DEBUT? I meant PRE DEBUT

[@miriamtong]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate JYP's English fluency? Like, I know we clown on him all the time, but you once you get past the jokes you can tell he's a really hardworking person.

[@TLGx791]

THIS!

[@mybaelam]

yall forget he’s a pedo

[@PiggiesInTheRain]

And Japanese!

[@lilikang2256]

Bro he is the leader of one of the top entertainment companies do not underestimate him! Twice, itzy ,stray kids,nmixx ,got7, xdinary heroes, wonder girls,miss A are all his artists!they're all top artists !

[@KRapPsychic]

JYP is talented, works hard, and is almost trị-lingual (his Japanese is good but not fluent like English) . He also loves the limelight and cameos on Twice MVs, still makes his own MVs, and loves to be center stage in these survival shows. We do clown him, but he is pretty amazing, especially at his age.

[@lavinacaile6489]

even if Lexus was nervous and anxious, she still nailed it. she's really good at singing and dancing, she never failed to impress people and JYP

[@sadmachine12]

Came back to watch their auditions. OMG, the growth, it's just amazing! VCHA stan since the auditions.

[@ishratjahan2999]

I feel like jyp is the only CEO who actually has experienced all aspects of the industry so he's pretty good at catching what the audience wants and what the trends are.

[@user-it9xp1do7w]

YG and LSM did, too, though LSM's performing career was mainly during the Park Chung-hee dictatorship.

[@xxnenaxx8839]

I'm so happy more companies are open for this

[@ericsohn5084]

@@Liz_Lizille wasn't that before HYBE though

[@stanwoman]

​@@Liz_LizilleGirl group isn't full of trouble. Change your mysogonist mind.

[@morrow1710]

YESS

[@user-rr6lq8ml1k]

K-pop is a blend of the Japanese idol business concept and American boy girl band pop culture. This American group is just JYP's local American girls group that will be made with K-pop style training and concept like Japan's NiziU. Japanese idols were also influenced by French Ye-Ye-Girl, and as JYP's self-proclaimed ideal girl group is the Spice Girls, it doesn't mean much to divide K-pop or pop into categories in the current idol culture. For K-pop to truly develop globally, all Korean entertainment companies should prioritize entertainment itself, such as Nintendo games, rather than nationalism.

[@xorobxk]

Yes I really want to join K-pop

[@phias916]

when the girl singing adelle sang the high notes with more power after listening to jyp's advice, my jaw literally dropped. there's a reason he's behind the biggest groups of kpop

[@imtheonehero9305]

Yeah but it was still as bad as the falsetto. 😂 she just needs more training

[@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans]

JYP doesn't have the biggest groups in kpop. Stop being so dramatic

[@krishnagarg7429]

@@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans cry harder

[@dc-qk6ze]

@@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeanstwice , wondergirls , miss a , and even i as a non stan can say stray kidz and also nmixx are huge groups stop being pressed

[@soulmatechan]

​@@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeanswho does??? HYPE? 😏

[@dunnbrandon]

Who came back here after the finale just to see the girls at the beginning again?

[@Fate172girl]

I’m rewatching the show after VCHA debut and I really want to see the difference 🤩🤩

[@shinsekaigakuen7712]

The first Dallas girl alone, Camilla, is so talented, and one advice from JYP and she got MUCH better. To notice things like that, he’s really passionate into music. And he knows what he’s talking about. I wonder how these kids will adjust to the Kpop training setting.

[@idk-il6gn]

​@@illegaluser69they were talking bout JYP.

[@Sanotsuke]

Tough life but rewarding

[@urmisheng]

Rooting for Lexus! As a hmong carrying the last name Vang (through my mom side.) I’m so proud and happy for her! We are getting the recognition we deserve and can’t wait to see more of her! 🫶

[@kinglaw1598]

Don't say that, every Hmong is have different last name but we still cheer her. She carry all hmong girl dream not only Vang.

[@urmisheng]

@@kinglaw1598 what did I say that was wrong? I never stated that only the Vangs are rooting for her. I’m stating that I carry the same last name through my mom side and is happy that we are getting the recognition as a hmong person.

[@lbfilms-nq5hj]

​@@kinglaw1598 They're just saying that they have the same last name its nice to see.

[@talicecue]

def cheering her on, a Hmong idol would be amazing

[@kickazz2730]

Who gives a fck if Lexus is a Vang, Yang, Xiong, Her etc...she's Hmong and we're proud of her whether she made it or not.

[@Yxluvs]

You can really tell that kendall is a lyrical and musical theatre dancer because she has those soft flowy movements rather than sharp clean movements more commonly used in kpop

[@humh123]

Honestly while kendall was super messy she was the most captivating and fun to watch imo! I totally get what jyp means with her dancing like she’s a K-pop artist

[@kittyhellohello]

JYP has a super good personality, while he was judging, he is also encouraging the candidates and sharing his experience.

[@Lame_Alpha]

JYP is my favorite comedian

[@gelofrancisco9725]

I can really see Lexus shine. She has so much potential. I love how JYP has on point feedback

[@AlvxMSM]

just randomly saw Vcha or something on my homepage. and there it began. as a ONCE, lets support this kohai 😅👏🏻

[@waadosman3235]

Camila being 17 and already In college is amazing

[@aaa35423]

Yeah she’s so talented!

[@youtubelover5270]

Lexus IS the whole package for me, looks, cool name, cool voice, cool dancing

[@nocturnalpisces1299]

honestly i think its really cool that jyp acknowledges how black artists have effected his career! a lot of eastern asian cultures wouldn't do that

[@whisky3k294]

JYP loves his R&B, and as collaborated with several black artists early in his career.

[@YCHTT]

Which "eastern Asian culture(s)" wouldn't do that? Please do tell us.

[@jessica33313]

@@MadBomber0930it’s pretty obvious, but is rarely mentioned at all! Big bang reminded me of the group B2K that’s how I got into kpop.

[@nocturnalpisces1299]

@@MadBomber0930 haha yeah what jummy said. of course i know that a ton of korea's music industry is super influenced by African American hip hop/music but there just aren't a lot of idols who would explicitly say that, whether that's because they don't want to rock the boat or maybe just don't even want to admit it!!

[@imagine_8681]

U meant a lot of Korean cultures or Korean entertainments

[@Banana_milk123]

crazy how now re-watching this, I heard Camilas voice straight off the bat lol

[@pranavii0109]

Watching this after the final episodes 😭

[@qurratuainihambaly3807]

I love how JYP is not only searching for talents, but also people who are themselves. He is amazing

[@Soyboi0_0]

That’s the unique thing about JYPe, their artist are true to themselves . What you see is what you get , they don’t try to be something they’re not

[@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans]

Amazing? Not really. Stop being overdramatic

[@_..jolene.._]

@@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeansstfu. you’re the only one being dramatic

[@pix1943]

@@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeansCompared to other company ceos he’s pretty amazing lmao.

[@blahblahsuperanon]

@@pix1943you’re right lmao. So many are trash, at least he’s decent lol

[@jenniferl.8469]

I personally know Lexus and her mom. Lexus is the kindest and most humble girl, her mama raised her right. I can't believe how grown and mature she is now. Reach for the stars Lexus. We are rooting for you!! ❤

[@camilaaguirre9314]

I know Lexus too! Such a nice and charismatic girl, she might be young but is soooo talented!! She’ll achieve her dreams for sure ✨ Fighting Lexi 💗💗

[@lanfanslostarm9784]

​@@camilaaguirre9314how convenient both of you know her 😂

[@iheworld134]

It seems she is a popular citizen😁

[@keikoizawa8104]

@@lanfanslostarm9784 LOL

[@Nissl61]

@@iheworld134 Apparently she leads a K-pop dance group in Chicago, would not be surprising quite a few local K-pop fans know her

[@hatake.uchiha]

for someone who says she hasn't learnt how to sing just imagine lexus at her full potential, she can even dance very well too, this girl can be a star anywhere im tellin yall, i have very high hopes for lexus

[@ObitOnichan]

The way jyp gives a big smile for the girls is just soo cute + I ABSOLUTELY LOVE LEXUS she’s soo nice and talented 😭✨

[@someonecoolerthanyou2612]

They were all strong in their own aspect Camila- Vocal Kendal- Visual Lexus- Dance with training they will each be AMAZINGGGGG!!! GOODLUCK GUYSSSS

[@justanotherperson7314]

hello twin

[@Min1Verse._.]

Yess

[@untouchableesoty]

visual isnt a talent

[@dzenanjasarspahic3725]

shouldve said stage presence instead of visual bc visual isnt a skill

[@ReignJeffersonCTria]

@@untouchableesoty maybe it just meant the visual character. As jyp said she performs like a kpop idol.

[@cheweh842]

This is *really* exciting. The way JYP approached mentoring the trainees in Nizi Project was truly inspiring to me, and this could mean a group that my friends here in the US would actually know about! What worries me is how American contestants will relate to JYP's style--will there be a clash of cultures?

[@evanyong5871]

JYP will try to not affect it but...his training method he won't change it ( Republic Records I don't know about their management tho 😅 ) . They will be based on American anyway so it's up to them ( tho if they at kcon or JYPe I believe they expect them to observe and try their style ) . Outside korea or JYPe I don't think they care 😂

[@keepitsecret-dl1pr]

clearly yes, there will be a culture clash

[@luvlydaytoday]

Republic Records would manage them anyways after training, but maybe a culture clash bc jyp songs don’t really feel or have pop vibes

[@sisisworld]

I think the contestants should now by now where they are going so "clash of cultures" is not an option here. The one who are goint to participate in this competition/project at least shoul've done their home work and researched about Kpop, how Kpop industry runs, the companies envolved, their style, JYP - the man, not the company (of course) etc etc etc.

[@bettyruuu]

Watching it agaiinnnnn after their pre debut MV song ❤❤🎉🎉 So proud of you guys! Congratulations VCHA~🎉🎉

[@naegabyeonhae.]

Sameee

[@Jetty06]

Me too I'm proud of my Lexus

[@bettyruuu]

@@Jetty06 who doesn'tttt she's so talented , pretty and wonderful person 💖💖🤧

[@mamobee]

Rewatching this in honor of their debut + opening up for Twice!

[@mid_0]

I actually auditioned for this as a silly jokes but I never got in but I do hope that they have more opportunities like this in the future

[@c4itlinchillin]

Imagine you got in😭😭

[@mid_0]

@@c4itlinchillin That would be crazy honestly 😭

[@moongirl8807]

Lol at least you're still young enough, how stupid that they turned anyone over 17 away. Rumors are there will be an E2K if this is successful but that might just be a fan's wish, and this group hasn't even debuted so let's see. But there will probably be more projects like this, SBS had international Universe Ticket auditions earlier this year. In my eyes you're too young but I still wanna be honest, if you think this might be for you even in the slightest, train more and look out for more auditions. I regret not getting into dancing etc at a young age and now that the kpop world is finally getting more "inclusive" (if just for the sake of making even more money), I'm too old (aka in my 20s lol). So obviously this is a big step but if you truly consider this this might be your only chance. The next years will be filled with new projects but who knows if they'll be as successful as the companies want them to be. So might just hop on the train while it's driving (or something haha). Although JYPE is probably busy for now and by the time A2K gets of the ground it's almost time for a new Korean gg. So might wanna look into other companies, or again other new projects like SBS Univetse Ticket.

[@leilani.perez4037]

Can u still audition if so let me know how because this seems so fun to do

[@mid_0]

@@leilani.perez4037 No auditions closed already

[@111_gigi]

I'm already liking Lexus, she'll have my support 100%! Her dancing is amazing and her singing is pretty well even if she didn't get any training with her voice!

[@Deemoua7893]

Me and luxus have the same culture!

[@noone-jx7kv]

Anyone here from the last episode of A2k?

[@Mista_Aing292]

when he sung “go eeeeeeeeaaaaassssyyyy on me baby” i giggled

[@blez]

Lexus gets my vote on this round. Singing, dancing, personality, and style.

[@sisisworld]

I love because they cut the things that are not important like show a bunch of people being rejected and focus only on the ones choosen for the final phase. From episode 01 my number one is Lexus for dance and Camila for sing. Let's see the next contestants.

[@gracexxx.harrypotterl0ver4]

Fr Camila was good

[@hhh_y56]

if u have watch nizi project season 1, they did cut the things that rejected too

[@dizdude897]

Only finalist from each state was evaluated same like nizi project s1, the other contestant was evaluated by his trainer and only him will decide if theyre accepted or not

[@sisisworld]

@@hhh_y56 ​ @dizdude897 I didn't watch nizi project season 1 so I didn't know. Hope JYP's style be reference for next survival/project groups shows in the future.

[@crptpyr]

I still always admire JYP for being so outspoken about the black artists and music styles that inspired him

[@liv2503]

And he's actually so kind.

[@nasmx1692]

Since the girl’s pre debut, I’m back to watching the very first episode. I already miss all of them 😊.

[@aya94579]

Am I the only one who finds it very very cute when the girls meet their moms after the audition and literally burst into tears?😭❤ I am crying..🥹

[@StreamHypeBoyByNewJeans]

Only you

[@blurry1467]

Yess😭😭

[@hsfhanaa]

I like Lexus, she has a lot of potential and her song choice was my favorite. Camilla was also a best singer with a richer voice

[@heartmel222]

The moms were very cute 🥺🥺

[@tsyoon6433]

JYP는 아티스트이기 이전에 하나의 인간으로서의 길잡이로도 매우 훌륭한 사람이다.

[@rjt318]

JYP gets alot of shit but he seems so nice and supportive of everyone's success and talent

[@realkissyy]

frr, i never understood the hate

[@luntiklunatik]

@@realkissyy If you ask those who hate to provide evidence through videos or factual information, they would never show it to you. It's just a hate trend…

[@sorudeurudeu]

I think people love to use him in memes lol, but hate? I don't think there's anyone that hates this man

[@realkissyy]

@@sorudeurudeu a lot of people say stuff like he’s old and should stop singing because he’s old. they also don’t like him because he kicked felix and leeknow in that survival show how many years ago 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@christopherh2694]

@@sorudeurudeu exactly this. JYP is like a funny uncle but everyone loves this guy

[@meadowsweetstudios444]

I’m really curious to see how Americans- non-kpop Americans, will react to this.

[@Nissl61]

They won't be aware of it until after the group debuts is my prediction. JYP should post separate audition performances in hopes 1-2 will go viral since that still works for AGT/AI/Voice pretty often, but they shouldn't count on it. Focus on getting an initial base from K-pop fans.

[@Chichi11186]

Ikr, I was a big one direction/fifth harmony fan as a kid, so I’m curious to see if it could be done again.

[@SBBunny93]

It’s mostly going to come down to the music and vocals. To be honest Americans aren’t going to care if she can do a heel toe into a backflip and land in splits if she can’t sing. Vocals and music production trumps anything else in the American music market. Your dance and image is secondary. And I think he already made his first mistake by not trying to get the show released on MTV Hulu or like even Netflix, hell any streaming service because the only people who will see this are KPOP fans already pigeon holing them. Let’s just hope who ever produces their album writes bangers.

[@ryousungwoo]

A2K를 도대체 몇번이나 돌려보고 있는지 ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ vcha가 성장해가는걸 보고 있다는게 넘 좋아. 박진영 안목은 두말하면 잔소리고(아이유를 놓쳤다는게 흠이지만 사람이 완벽할순 없잖아 ㅋ)

[@user-pe2vt8ly6z]

Coming back after they debut and realised that they are singing the intro

[@suhanipatel.06]

I feel like JYP is a much better person than is portrayed by the media.

[@user-vv8xp7wx1h]

Sure. 😊

[@meonly6201]

He might be

[@Electromagneticuranium]

he’s in cult and usually those people are really super nice and religious

[@myonlyone8713]

​@Dr.SingSong proof? Those are just rumours that he debunked years ago

[@saeros9760]

It's not the media, just some weird ultra protective stans.

[@jamesthapa2023]

In my point of view, JYP is making a new girl group in the USA with the same METHOD he created NiziU, a Japanese girl group under JYP which is jpop genre. As he said he's making a girl group under 4 categories which are singing, dancing, star quality and character just as he made NiziU. He's making a girl group through Kpop system but debuting on hip hop genre.

[@Etheldreda_]

Similar to the girl group Spice Girls of the 90s. They'll never be "j-pop/k-pop idols". This is the reality of it.

[@JoseManuel-iu6zi]

Fifth Harmony too and British-based Little Mix

[@april5623]

So they’re going to promote in the USA??

[@lennox6003]

즈그들끼리 ㅈㄹ났네ㅋㅋㅋ 10년도 넘은 케이팝스타 오디션 프로그램 그대로 하고있다 무슨 니쥬가리가 왜나옴? 개뜬금 이것저것 끌고와서 지분 쳐박으려고 하네ㅋㅋㅋ

[@Etheldreda_]

@@april5623 Yes. I think the plan is to get them to train South Korean style. It would instill them with the necessary mental fortitude and work ethics to make it in the cut throat Pop industry. It's very easy to burn out or "slip" a little then it's all over.

[@kam-kf9bc]

ケンダル可愛すぎ😊

[@secretjung1885]

이제 K POP은 한국것만이 아닌 전세계가 함께 즐기고 사랑하는 장르이자 소통이 되었으면 좋겠습니다 음악을 통해 전세계가 하나되어 즐기는것은 참 멋집니다!! 응원합니다!!^^😊

[@Jungw0ncat]

One thing I love about JYP is that he’s straightforward and speaks his mind😭

[@SunFlower-vg7et]

He’s also gentle when he gives constructive criticism

[@whosminsa]

only for their good. jokes aside, he wants the best for them..

[@smltextingstory2771]

Right😂❤

[@riverofphoenix]

Lexus has SO much potential for someone who hasn't had any vocal training. She must have been nervous and maybe not as confident(?) in her singing but she can easily improve with training. Her dancing, like JYP said, is so clean and strong. I can see a star in the making ❤ Rooting for Lexus!

[@trinitythiebaud]

its crazy how far these girls have come and how much they have improved. and watching back now knowing who made the girl group and just crazy for me.

[@user-pf1td1zu1n]

3人目の子逸材すぎる 人柄も良さそう

[@jcksn_ville]

Lexus stands out for me. Aside from having nice tone and a good performance out of all the contestants she seems very humble, kind and down to earth haha she really got me there❤

[@kellyyyy3647]

The last one is so good, all of them are but she is good in everything, even though she never had proper vocal training she went really well and her dance?? Top tier

[@DreamyCheshire-up9rf]

She needed to be in top tier in dancing because she was trained as a ballerina for 12 years !

[@brixeditz1152]

Where it all began 😢❤

[@hong8593]

Came back to see Camila's first appearance, it is incredible how she improved herself

[@ish6782]

it feels like lexus vang would be the new found hidden gem in a2k!!

[@kouaher8255]

Can’t wait to see how they have improved. Favorite moment has to be Camila’s improvement right after JYP’s advice. That comes from someone who took the advice and execute it perfectly. All the other contestants did really well too. I am rooting for Camila and Lexus.

[@kimseungminslvr]

it’s my dream to be an idol ever since i was a little kid i will do anything to get there

[@kiwicoreskincare]

Wowowo I hope you become one soon! I believe in you

[@kimseungminslvr]

@@kiwicoreskincare thank you so much !!

[@1ncelove2wice]

Crazy how 2months has already passed 🥲

[@Pro-zd8vl]

This feels so surreal, watching k-pop content without having to read subtitles

[@naysgaming]

rightty

[@MsBlondeAtHeart27]

Haha I was thinking the same thing. I even thought wow these kids know English so well for a second haha!

[@iamdelia9430]

FRR

[@rio630]

I'm really interested to see how the public will react to this and if America will grab onto them or not

[@iheworld134]

I hope they r successfull as making it hollywood is a lot harder than kpop , but they r under republic records , so i guess as long as they giving them a nice song, they will steal the spotlite sooner ...jyp only trained them especially in dance , n tbh this is quite promising as i never seen american groups performs like kpop artist, they usually only focus on vocal with boring choreo n sexy outfits

[@yuripiIIed]

i doubt they will and i hope so too. companies need to stop debuting kids

[@Tysnotdead]

Idk most americans think kpop is childish, manufactured, plastic monsters, and hate the stans 😭

[@JayZinger]

@@Tysnotdeadyeah because theyre racist. If theyre all American all of a sudden theyre acceptable

[@SBBunny93]

I don’t think they will be extremely popular like I doubt we’ll hear them in the clubs but will have a following from the KPOP community and will release content similar to 5th harmonys first few albums. Or content similar to JYP artists. To be honest I see this group being extremely PG if not G and in america mature concepts sell. So I just don’t know 😅. Again I don’t think they will be unsuccessful but I don’t think they will be the next Destiny’s Child/TLC. And the ages of these girls matter more now than ever because in America again we have mature concepts that sell well. Not my teenage dream. So it’s all a toss up.

[@flynas2000]

first time watching seeing camilla pop up in dallas makes so much sense to mee lmaoo

[@slelky916]

Camila, Kendall, Lexus !!

[@sincerelyno]

Camila has such a great natural talent for her voice, with JYP’s corrections, she could make it far in the competition. Even if Kendall’s dancing execution was messy her personality and character was what JYP was most intrigued about. Lexus could be a potential all-rounder because she pretty soild in both singing and dancing. Her dancing however, is simply just amazing with all that ballet training precision isn’t a big issue.

[@WallFlower08]

I really like Lexus! Her dance was stronger compared to the other girl and I can’t wait to see her more of her singing voice!

[@user-wq5bn8hk6s]

何でか女の子のオーディションは本当感情移入してしまう

[@ravinaferrer7426]

so pretty kendall

[@z8mbie]

lexus has so much potential bro

[@NekoNyan]

JYP is so wholesome but also critical with his judging. This show seems really good

[@user-eq7yf5cv9m]

デビューメンバーが決まって またここに戻ってきた私😊