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Singer Bada Vocalizes Strong Desire for 'Waterbomb' Festival Slot
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Singer Bada Vocalizes Strong Desire for 'Waterbomb' Festival Slot

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singer Bada expressed a strong desire to perform at the 'Waterbomb' music festival.
  • She stated it's illogical for her not to be invited, given her name is 'Bada' (meaning sea in Korean).
  • Bada is willing to be a substitute performer to fulfill her long-held wish to appear at the festival.

South Korean singer Bada, a member of the iconic girl group S.E.S., has publicly declared her strong desire to perform at the popular 'Waterbomb' music festival. During a recent appearance on the MBC TV show 'Radio Star,' Bada lamented that despite being a frequent performer at summer festivals, she has never been invited to 'Waterbomb.'

My name is Bada, so it doesn't make sense that they don't call me.

โ€” BadaBada expressed her bewilderment at not being invited to the Waterbomb festival, given her name.

Bada argued that it is nonsensical for her not to be included, especially considering her stage name translates to 'sea' in Korean. She humorously pointed out, "My name is Bada, so it doesn't make sense that they don't call me." She has been anticipating a stage at 'Waterbomb' since its inception in South Korea in 2015, a wait spanning 11 years.

Am I not 'MAD' and the mother of K-pop?

โ€” BadaBada highlighted her status and experience in the K-pop industry.

Asserting her significance in the K-pop scene, Bada declared, "Am I not 'MAD' and the mother of K-pop?" She playfully added, "A Waterbomb without Bada is not a true Waterbomb." The singer extended a public invitation to the festival organizers, emphasizing her eagerness to participate.

A Waterbomb without Bada is not a true Waterbomb.

โ€” BadaBada emphasized her belief that her presence is essential for the festival's authenticity.

Demonstrating her commitment, Bada stated she would even accept a substitute performance slot, prioritizing her desire to perform over her pride. "I'm not just filling a gap; I'm going to my rightful place," she asserted, highlighting her unique passion for the event. Her remarks have generated buzz among fans, many of whom echo her sentiment that her presence at the festival would be a natural fit.

I'm not just filling a gap; I'm going to my rightful place.

โ€” BadaBada conveyed her strong determination and passion for performing at the festival.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.