Newbies Reaction to XG - LEFT RIGHT (Official Music Video)

[@4pminphx]

Sorry for the editing mistake, the file got corrupted. We still wanted to get this out to you guys 🙏🏽

[@oriowogijeong1420]

Please, check out STRAYKIDS with songs like HELLEVATOR, TOPLINE, RED LIGHT, MIROH, S-Class, etc. Thank you ❤

[@exlguns6417]

im a fan of k pop but i cant deny the fact that XG are the best GG .. they are good in Rap,vocals ,Dance ..

[@strawberryicecreamm]

they are not kpop

[@exlguns6417]

@@strawberryicecreamm do I say that they are k pop ..?

[@Affxsone]

@@strawberryicecreamm XG has a similar concept to kpop (the singing and dancing) so it's easier to compare them with it. as a former kpop fans, and believe me, my jaw dropped when i discovered "shooting star", i didnt know a girlgroup could slay that much hahaha

[@rapperthv]

they're not the best but they're definitely better than most k-pop GGs

[@exlguns6417]

@rapperthv not all the time but as of now best gg ...

[@TheAlphazPack]

Yes, I would love American groups again. But they don’t last very long as they are often formed too quickly, whereas most K-pop/J-pop idols train together for years before debuting in a group. XG, for instance, trained for 5-6 years (starting at ages 11-15), during which they learned how to effectively communicate and resolve conflicts maturely, a much needed crucial skill for group dynamics I would say. And that’s what American groups have been missing.

[@christhegreat9415]

Problem is that a lot of labels and such won't invest in training groups or have em in dorms like Korean labels do

[@TheAlphazPack]

@@christhegreat9415 That as well!

[@Gizmo_Mogwai_]

XG is XG. The are mostly hip hop, R&B group as they sing all in English. Check out Harvey's newest rap tape video dropped today

[@karinasrocketpunch9278]

Im glad he checked him out cause dude was ranting about newjeans forgetting it an XG reaction .😂

[@JusDavN]

XG is worth the dive. They're Japan's TLC

[@mlm5150]

If people didn't want boy bands, why are the boy bands coming back out of retirement? Why are old groups who broke up, getting back together to tour? Dude who said that it was the record labels forcing people to go solo got it right on the head. There is a difference between groups in the US vs what is out in other countries, and it's night and day. These girls are slaying it. Between their vocals, their rap line, and their dancing, and I'm looking forward to seeing your further reactions to their music. Sadly there is a bunch of hate towards XG because the twitter freaks are saying that they are appropriating black culture. Which is absurd. They are doing nothing but appreciating the culture.

[@rodesigne]

Just for one single reason, nostalgic sells a lot these days.

[@Suxx4u]

They(two members) have in fact appropriated black culture but that was a mishap on the stylist. They have the most genuine love and respect for black artists out of any group from east Asia

[@ricksantiago9157]

I'm with you on that they appreciate the culture if anything they giving love to it people need to stop with the culture appropriation bull shit 💩 just stop with the hating and jealousy OMG 😱🤬

[@savornkeo2143]

So XG is a global group they do not want to be under K-pop or J-pop umbrella. They are incredible and the very first Asian group that I’ve EVER listened to and I’m Asian. You guys should listen to every single song, mixtape, dance move videos there’s a whole playlist. Let’s go Alphaz!!!

[@X-popJunkie]

For XG not to be White T’s favorite group, I respect the hell outta him for still considering them to be the best Rappers/Dancers ever in a GG! It is facts but most people who don’t stan hate to give them their flowers!

[@jaedo6180]

The reason groups do better in Asia is because they train and live together for years before debutting, so they become like sisters/brothers. Even if they do solo projects, they usually still stick with the group. Blackpink's members could all have solo careers, but they chose to stick together (for now at least).

[@xxxx-rx7co]

i don't think its that, since western groups could easily do that too and i still don't see it working. i think (just my speculation) western culture just lays a bit more ground for drama, insecurity and jealousy between members. especially since the media heavily encourages it. edit: youre also right tho, the length of their training must play a big role

[@jaedo6180]

@@xxxx-rx7co here we focus on individualism. There, not so much!

[@xxxx-rx7co]

@@jaedo6180 yeah exactly !! cant believe i couldn't think of that explanation

[@jaedo6180]

@@xxxx-rx7co same with family. Here, grandparents, parents, over 18 kids, live separately. There, grandparents, parents, and over 18 kids live together until the kids get married!

[@kt-wd1eu]

I am a Japanese fan of XG.Thank you for taking up XG.Your argument was interesting.I signed up for the channel.Left right were also ranked on Rolling Stone's The Best Song of 2023.Please other songs such as GALZ XYPHER ,shooting star and winter without you. Let's take part in their world tour together.

[@Organized82]

No more groups like this over here is because the industry is not built for it. It takes a ton of initial and long term investment. Gone are the days of throwing Disney channel kids together and having the public lap it up until one of them inevitably goes solo. The kpop system trains and molds these kids for years. And their industry is modeled more like the old Hollywood studio system whereas the American music industry is built to throw money at what’s hot for quick profit. It’s just like the film industry. They’ll only throw money at established intellectual properties, like comic books or other bestsellers.

[@dhanimals.]

Hell yeah I would love an American boy and girl group that dances, raps, and sings at a high level, without no egos, that has good chemistry like XG, and just wants to make good music. Right now coast contra is the only rap group where they work together and if only the industry in America focused on them. But XG is that group it’s gonna be hard to replicate them.

[@RoyaleJohnson]

Coast contra is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I’m also fucking with AG club and I still go back to listen to pac div, cool kids era rap groups as well. Hip hop did have a rap group resurgence in 2010 time frame. Young money, OFWGKTA and lots of others

[@Xpahuliz]

There is a girl group called 'boys world' in usa

[@XG7Joint]

Lo (sp?) is spot on with his insights about #XG. It's great that he's spreading the word to his friends. XG truly is the most talented and versatile girl group out there right now. Dive into the XG rabbit hole and have fun! ✌️

[@AlphaToOmegaXG]

🔥 XG is your favorite group’s favorite group! 🔥 less arguing and more jamming out it XG! Take them down the rabbit hole. 2024 is year of the XG Rap Goddesses.

[@kakkoishonen]

If you watch and listen to old Jpop / Hip Hop, RnB songs from the 90's from groups like Foxxi MisQ, Namie Amuro, Koda Kumi, M-flo, Zeebra and more you wouldn't say they're like kpop. This kind of music style appeared in Japan decades ago when Kpop was still not established yet. Kpop is very poppish with euro-beats and electronic music while XG is very 90's RnB / Hip Hop with old Jpop influences. Nothing like Kpop at all.

[@contendedtea3733]

I think it was more about how they function and promote more like K-pop

[@eg7335]

I think remember XG saying they are "X-pop" .. not Jpop or Kpop.

[@glendoi]

Damn, top right got his PhD in BGs/GGs. Dropping knowledge left right left right

[@heavenlyrose3774]

I love NewJeans too, but these girls are by far THEE best girl group out there. They're insanely talented, all 7 of them.

[@weirdchickalert]

You HAVE TO REACT TO THEIR DANCE PRACTISES!! THESE GIRLS ARE TOP NOTCH ALIENS WITH HOW THEY SLAY ALL CATEGORIES!! 🐺🔥🧬

[@ZioComposite]

lol I love how you guys tried to talk through things. That's what's up. We might not all "agree" on things however communication nowadays is even more important now. That being said, hopefully we get to see more XG content since there's some catalog to go through especially the tapes lol.

[@jaedo6180]

XG = Xtraordinary Girls X-pop = Xtraordinary Pop XG Tapes = rapline, 4 members XG Vox = vocaline, 3 members Stand outs: XG Tape 2 XG Vox 5 Shooting Star, New Dance, GRL GVNG

[@DRUtastic]

I love everything about this video. Love conversation and please react to more xg

[@brian0703]

XG calls their genre Xpop. They’ve trained in Japan and S. Korea. They all sing or rap in English, Japanese, and Korean. 🎶

[@xXJanayY]

I would love to see their reaction to the xyphers lol

[@lodeci]

Coming soon 🐺🔥

[@MetalMonkey25]

We know EXACTLY who the Alphaz in the room is LOL...let's see after watching the whole catalog which group is loved more by you guys. Versus reaction incoming? :D

[@D.N.A.23]

Guys XG dropped tape 4 BIG MAD Harvey rap fire💥💥

[@eg7335]

Thank you for this XG reaction! They are a group of talented and hardworking artists. They deserve the love. But in regards to the heated discussion, which I think needed to be had, I get both sides. But what I think Roy meant, was that most Americans do not want an "American based group". And that Americans prefer the foreign groups for the specific characteristics that they exude. I think that is due to the culture and system that the music industry in Asia has. America is too freedom and independent based. I do not believe American groups would necessarily exist exactly as depicted by these foreign groups. It's an interesting topic. But in the end I think money is the main issue. If some major music mogel is willing to invest and support an American based group wholeheartedly, it would be interesting to watch things unfold. Great discussion, though. I think a lot of people have been wondering the same things.

[@shireent7184]

Real Alpha here since day 1. Guys please deep dive in XG and take a look at all their vids/xypher/vox. Also the X-tape #4 that just came out 2 days ago starting from Harvey, yesterday of Maya and today of Cocona. Tomorrow they’ll drop Jurin’s. There 4 rappers in XG and 3 vocal members. They can also dance incredibly good 😍 never miss XG.

[@DukeTDang]

"This is an XG Video! Let's get too it!" LOL. Love it!

[@karinasrocketpunch9278]

For real though like dude was pissing me off 😂

[@beeeejplease]

I like the banter and everyone's on point because y'all coming from different perspectives, everyone's right.

[@ROXELL]

The guy at the bottom left,I think what he is saying is that since they are from overseas, they do it differently.People in the US don’t always put 100%, they put flashy stuff in their videos, twerking, don’t care about bars, they don’t train for years like people in kpop, they don’t have a company to work with them on everything, they don’t dance, sing, rap and all at the same time live on stage, they don’t even sound like their recorded track live, don’t put a lot of effort into music videos, etc.I never seen Fifth Harmony dance like XG, they do a little something but not much.

[@bn6244]

XG is making me nostalgic and bringing new fire at the same time

[@tt_marie]

Show them Hesonoo/ X-Gene performance video and shooting star. They’ll probably like those☺️

[@vivianledesma4579]

You have to listen to their Tapes . .. they dropped a mini-album last year

[@XG_AllStar]

ALPHAZ on deck. B.boy since 97, Pro in 2002, born in 83 and lover of Hip Hop culture in every country I've been to. ⚠️ XG is GOAT. Period 😎🔥

[@kraekay5766]

A big reason I love groups from over there is because they encourage/allow their group members to do solo projects, while still being part of the group. They don’t just leave the group to go solo. But I 100% got into K/J/X-pop because it’s lacking in the West right now.

[@kraekay5766]

Also, Asian groups have everything: singing, rap, dancing, etc. and we’ve never seen that caliber of talent over here because we don’t have the idol trainee system they have. I 10000% would be down for more groups over here, but we’ve never had this much talent.

[@HaponesaJones]

Y’all need to do all XG songs 🔥🔥🔥

[@rheath329]

Welcome to our world!!! XG is next!

[@db6239]

i agree people are more individualistic over here so it's hard for a group to make it without someone eventually wanting to do their own thing or do things their own way. 11:20 also yeahhhh the current music industry makes it tough for groups to sustain themselves... in asia, there are regular festivals/events/activities/music shows/tv programs etc for groups to make money or get exposure from outside of album/single sales - basically jobs and opportunities that don't exist here in north america. even if you don't necessarily hit it big over there, you can still stay alive for a couple years as a group just doing these things with a concentrated fanbase. but in america, it's harder to "make it" i think. idol culture just doesn't seem very sustainable here. and asian groups have already broken into our domestic market - you would have to be competing against these existing groups. it's a hard ask for american labels and producers lol

[@LM-0309]

Agreed. When I stumbled upon this 6 yrs ago I was surprised by not only the number of music/variety/award shows but also how much idols interact with their fans, especially thru live streams & that.

[@Rob_Jacobs]

I already know you about to show them the xypher. Harvey just dropped her part of Tape #4!!! Big Mad!

[@BrandonYbarra]

"They don't deserve your disrespect" 😭💀

[@Huge_XG-Xpop_Stan]

XG is XG that is a fact! 👏 But they have started their own genre called ‘X-Pop’. And is bro in the white T from Redemption46!? He looks mad familiar.

[@lodeci]

Yes it’s me ☺️ consider this my subunit lol

[@Huge_XG-Xpop_Stan]

@@lodeci Oh sh!t! You the goat for showing them XG!! 🐐🐐

[@idaskjefstad2205]

Love your reactions☺️ Regarding the discussion of why there are no groups like this in America (or in the western music industry in general). I do believe the market and interest for groups would have been much bigger, if the quality would have been the same. The members of both XG and NewJeans have all been trained within the “K-model”. That means they’ve worked very very hard, for many years, to be able to do what they do. They sing, they rap and they dance. They’re incredibly talented! Which of course is way more entertaining to watch, then a group that don’t have the same qualities. Looking forward to following your journey, down the rabbit hole🫰🏽

[@enemynumber-zm3ug]

love the the conversation 🤘 xg is maybe the next big thing 🔥

[@MetalMonkey25]

Put em on the Tapes 😄 I don't think they're ready lol

[@MrBlazerfan89]

Just a heads up, they dropped their first mini album in Nov of last year. The song in may is a single. Love the reaction! To touch in the BB/GG from American arugment. Dude is dead wrong, the fact that Kpop is blowing up in the US is all the proof you need that Americans want that type of music. Though it needs to be at the same level as current Kpop or it wont go anywhere.

[@triciad4100]

Bigbang and 2NE1 did a collab back in the day, so it does happen once in awhile. And speaking of which, XG did a 🔥🔥🔥 live cover of 2NE1's I Am the Best.

[@andredayyy613]

When you guys pause it you should bring it back a bit afterward when you restart it

[@runthecomics]

Dope discussion. Like to hear differing opinions. Respect to all yall.

[@GooGoo_Taro]

Regardless of whether XG is K-pop or not, they are deep and dope. Anyway, thanks for react to XG🔥

[@bn6244]

also XG Left Right was on US top 40 for a number of weeks

[@christhegreat9415]

Big Tome Rush was also a boy band

[@530MAIDU]

XG is Xpop a new genre concept by XGALX from AVEX JAPAN 🇯🇵. If you are interested in XG and how they were meticulously selected by Executive Producer, Simon “Jakops” a Japanese/Korean former idol born in Seattle, Washington. They get some ignorant xenophobic HATE because they are JAPANESE 🎌 who don’t have bad ENGLISH. #XG has already released a mini 🧬 album 💿. XG’s fans are called Alphaz 🐺🐺🐺. I became a fan after You Tube recommended their first Dance Performance Move 1#. I thought because I was watching a ton of Dance Crew…that XG was an elite female one. I would strongly recommend their Documentary Series “Xtra Xtra”…their Production Team is very Diverse. Simon has established close friendships with Producers in Atlanta so he has a Hip Hop & R & B ties who have worked with him from the beginning. XG are Xtraordinary Girls in every way. 👸🏻🎌🎼💫🎶🐺

[@stevensalcido7490]

If u ask xg they will say they are xpop they are their own category 😊

[@DukeTDang]

Love the XG Evangelism! Keep it up!

[@andredayyy613]

I'm loving Lo being a leader here. It's so fun to have seen his journey and it continue here

[@DukeTDang]

Yo. Galz Xypher Tape 2 will keep blowing their socks off!

[@shuddercris17]

Thanks for reacting to XG They’re a whole package group, they can rap, sing and dance, like a real dance crew, you can check the MOVES 1, 2 & 3 on their channel

[@LAartist2015]

This song has a TLC vibe. In fact, the way Harvey raps reminds me of Left Eye…So talented. They can do R n B and dances so well as well. They are awesome. So much talent.👏🏽🔥🤟🏽❤️

[@user-gr2qk9sk1t]

XG pure TALENT 🔥

[@ammmm_4803]

RESPECTTTTTTT!! LOVE EVERYTHING AFTER 19:12 too!!!! You should also look at 3:57 from the YT vid titled, 'Kimono Controversy: Japan Reveals the Truth' cause that's hella important to realize people's perspective from their respective interest, niche, culture etc. Even Japan is breaking out from their old monolith mindset. And I'm talking about some younger Gen Ms to Alphas. So, I hope people stop generalizing everything and bringing out 'cultural appropriation' as if that person itself represents the entirety of a race or idea.

[@musicmussier1866]

K-pop or J-pop groups have been popular everywhere for at least the last decade. Their singing and choreography are second to none. In my opinion, it doesn't matter if you are a solar singer or a group as long as you are an excellent performer, people will follow and listen. Sadly the U.S. does not have the same type of agency support for the next generation's pop singers. All we see is a typical reality singing competition which I found not inspiring. These groups are professionally trained at a young age, and they live together for at least 3 to 5 years together. Only hardworking and committed minds can succeed in this competitive industry.

[@chibinanu]

I wish we had American idol girls and boys group but tbh I gave up on music over here for a hot minute. Kpop and Jpop has all the good music I need.

[@Aaronacer]

America is the largest music market in the world. To say that "we" would not support them is short-sighted. There are plenty of people out there in the States (and the Western market too) that would fully support talented artists in a group. That is the key-- the talent is not being developed and therefore is lacking. We have been passed by because of the incestuous music industry here and overall musical culture.

[@miki_wiki12]

Anyone that knows that Lauren Hill is one of Cocona’s influences is a true Alpha. I can tell he’d be an excellent guide down the XG rabbit hole!

[@christymeremilla4143]

Can't wait for tippy toes reaction HAHAHAHA

[@cindih78]

JYP entertainment just created an American “kpop” group called VCHA…they just debuted in January with “Girls of the Year” followed by “Only One” in February. Please consider checking them out.

[@Konekohime22]

Man 90s groups were so good. We had so many girl groups. Way more than y’all talking bout. Would LOVE groups back. I think dude getting confused. Group vs “boy band”. You thinking the gimmicky boy band.

[@madisonwalker6894]

Lo?! I really thought my eyes were betraying me lol. XG is such a good group!

[@Mae_Annabelle]

1:28 the exact moment i decided to subscribe 😂😂

[@alexusortiz41]

XG- Shooting star

[@al_xcia]

From what I can tell, it's totally a cultural thing! *Don't know if I'll make any sense, but... I think that generally speaking, asian countries are very community based, they are more prone to following rules and adhering to pre established social expectations with very little questioning, unlike our more individualistic mindset, which is why I assume groups tend to do way better than solo acts in asia; Also why I think that, even tho we still do get a lot of groups from the west -more than we're awared of actually- they either don't get far nor do they last... There's also the botherline inhumane training/contract thing(not that there aren't cases like that happening with western artists)! Cause, realistically speaking, even if some label tried to do the whole kpop training thing over on our side of the globe, that ish wouldn't last even a week(because of how insane and intense it sounds), but if it hypothetically went all the way to their debut, I still doubt it could work as well as it does for/with them(kpop)...I'd love to see it tho, specially if they make actually good music!

[@Affxsone]

I loveeee watching people watching XG for the first timee.

[@lodeci]

ALPHAZ WHERE YALL ATTTT??? 🐺

[@MD-ek6yt]

Came for the XG reaction. Stayed for the argument!

[@KN7x13st7]

We wish it were an album, but they're releasing a single (Woke Up) in May. Hopefully they have an album planned for release soon afterwards

[@riopato2009]

XG stands alone as X-Pop. Not k-pop not J-pop. That's why they get hate, they're in a category by themselves. They all speak English but aren't as fluent as Maya who went to a multi-lingual school. Boy and girl band didn't work in America because most of these groups don't have a connection like these K/Jpop groups do. They live and breathe together like a family while members in the group in America are individual agents. Most of these American groups individually don't even know each other and are forced to perform with each other. Groups like XG practically grew up with each other while honing their craft and they look out for each other like sisters/brothers.

[@jaymade5278]

I would be down for more American groups of all genres

[@gowipeyoa5561]

Dude in the cap couldnt even back up his argument properly 😂😂😂he had to dismiss the argument cus he know he wrong

[@lug1183]

4:00 ooh I adore him

[@crash5758]

If BTS and XG ever work together that sht would be iconic as fck

[@exlguns6417]

yess BTSx Xg will shake the music industry

[@LM-0309]

I'd love that, even if just swapping their rap & vocal lines & not one big grp. But was funny dude saying that's too many ppl when grps like Seventeen exist 😂

[@exlguns6417]

@@LM-0309 The rap part will be insane... 🤭

[@karinasrocketpunch9278]

​@@LM-0309SVT has 13 members so BTS × XG is just one member addition so im cool.😂

[@exlguns6417]

@@karinasrocketpunch9278 🙂..

[@fabianyoon]

All of XG's tracks are in English. The cyphers and xglee stuff is a mix of English, Japanese, Korean. They just a "girl group' as they want to be promoted globally. Putting K or J before the Pop kinda diminishes that factor so let's refrain respectfully.

[@ammmm_4803]

1:20-1:37 I CAN'T HAHAHAHA THAT HAS TO BE A YT SHORT-IG STORY-TIKTOK WORTHY CLIP!!! 😂😂

[@harriettholmes539]

XG made their debut March 18th, 2022, with their first single release "Tippy Toes"

[@cherry140]

omg the argument was so heated 😂😂😂

[@user-gr2qk9sk1t]

XG best performances live ❤️

[@srish03]

Groups do have a collab but it’s rare cuz as you said it’s too many people on a song but there are some great collaborations like. 1) BTS and COLDPLAY - MY UNIVERSE 2)TXT and JONAS BROTHERS had an amazing collab -DO IT LIKE THAT

[@lexfaulkner]

It’s not a wave, it’s cyclical. Everyone ages out of their tastes, careers in pop groups come to their inevitable ends. But there’s always a new generation of fans and musical talent in the wings just waiting for their turn on the global stage.

[@Buya_Ka]

show them the XG tapes. tape 4 just came out with Harvey and Maya... Cocona and Jurin soon to come, and their recent group song Undefeated!

[@user-gr2qk9sk1t]

XG pure ART 💯

[@fredflint8399]

There are collab's out there "Got the beat" is a collab from Girls Generation/Aespa/Red Velvet. "Stamp on it" is there best song.

[@fredflint8399]

Left Right was a B side track reverse to A side track of Shooting Star. Just a heads up!

[@blkfrnchatti2de]

Thank you for checking out XG! I can’t wait for the cypher reaction!! If you lean more towards RnB you need to check out DEAN!

[@Allen_Alphaz_XG]

XG❤my bias 4pm react nice bro 😎

[@Sumo1-p8e]

It was like a Hype Williams homage! He did so many vids in this style for those OG groups!

[@itsniky_m]

Have you guys checked Kard yet? It's a coed group, very rare in the kpop scene 😊

[@tracydowd4013]

XG has an album EP called NEW DNA, I can link a few songs for you. What about the show American IDOL. That's been a thing for a long time. AND, HYBE created a Global Girl group called Katseye, pretty recently. They did it through an online show. XG - HESONOO & X-GENE (Performance Video) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJmnn4V7bNOWn9ksi=Riqz7CLT_z-DRPgH XG - GRL GVNG[Girl Gang] (Official Music Video) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jprEmmd4h9-Nprcsi=SjsNNSF5WK8hFWfD XG - TGIF (Official Music Video) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4HbdZqcYsxsgdksi=zBrguMpmDA_-GfY8

[@lilith7117]

I wish we had more American boy and girl groups

[@Niya2.2]

Another gg I think you guys should check out is young posse. They are so dope. XXL is their latest track

[@RaeRaeRahhh]

New sub for your XG Journey! Gotta hit the Galz Xypher for sure next 🤘