If there is a thing called backfiring then SM Entertainment might want to consider giving a class because the company is certainly doing a bang up job at it. This week was the solo mini album release in China by former EXO member Tao (Huang Zi Tao), a development I covered recently only as confirmation that he’s finally left the top SM boy band for good, and not because I actually was interested in following his solo career. Thanks to SM’s reaction to Tao’s first solo single, I ended watching watching a video I had zero interest in and subsequently writing about it.
Let’s just say the drama behind the scenes is way more interesting than the actual MV. Within hours after Tao’s MV was released on his official Youtube channel, it was yanked with an explanation that the MV infringed on SM’s copyrights. Seriously? SM is saying Tao is their copyright? The better explanation is the contract dispute over Tao’s departure from EXO, by which Tao laid it all out in the song lyrics which is the biggest FU to SM and his experience in Korea if I ever came across a diss song. Anyone curious can have a listen and watch below, but hurry before this video gets pulled.
Z.Tao Solo Single MV:
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I hate him. I hoped he would cry in this MV, but he didnt. It broke my heart.
But to some extent, this is also backfiring SM. Now everyone will flock to see his MV without him paying for PR.
I thought it was only officially released on Chinese sites...though his Baidu Bar probably uploaded it with his support.
Yeah they yanked the teaser too after a couple of days
I thought it as Sony Music entertainment, anyway it was not uploaded by a verified account i have seen some music videos being removed with SM entertainment copyright which is usually Sony Music
I have not heard the song but I've seen people saying it was because he used an EXO song in the background music.
Tao wearing some shades and throwing some serious shade at SM!
What does he say in the lyrics?
http://onehallyu.com/topic/200610-z-tao-tao-lyrics/
catchy song, but nothing special. "I am who I am" - His image does not impress me.
I'm not a fan of EXO but I heard he was injured thus forcing him to quit EXO.Then a few months later he's pursuing a solo career? I don't understand anymore
As far as I know, his departure left a sour taste in people's mouths. Chinese fans think he's disloyal for publicly criticizing Kris and Luhan during their lawsuit ordeal. Korean fans think he's using SM and his father as a stepping stone towards popularity and profit. He's only adding oil to the fire by insulting SM.
It's true that he was injured. There are photos of him walking with crutches but apparently he recovered fast and now he's got his solo debut. I personally think it is happening too quickly and some people can't trust him anymore.
He hasn't recovered as his injury will take a long time to recover. Leaving EXO means he will get treatment in time and if wont get worse like it did when he was in EXO. Plus being away from EXO means his schedule will stop being insane and he will actually get his rest and the treatment he needs.
hate this ungreatful fag. if it wasnt for sm this fag would not have any fan.
Seriously, you have to use a gay slur to make your point. Grow up. He's a freaking pop singer, who cares.
This loser is the BIGGEST BITCH in the world of KPOP. Seriously dude, you're such a hypocrite! Ugh. Kris and Luhan left the group but I wasn't even mad at them.
He isn't a hypocrite u are for even saying that he is. I swear, ppl don't even respect the fact that he wants to follow his dream. ?
He can follow his dream after the 7years contract ends and without dissing SM and EXO.
He used to be my 2nd favourite member(I have his solo cover for EXODUS album) but now I am glad that boy is gone from EXO.
What so NON-hypocritic about this disrespectful liar? How to command respect while he betrays his ex-members (now he is also an ex), scares to speak up for himself and asks his father for help!!