With the newly launched model of ATEEZ’s No. 1 single “Work” poised to make crossover influence for the Ok-pop group through the all-English remix that includes G-Eazy, the rapper’s verses have additionally sparked hypothesis amongst followers on-line that he used the observe to take a jab at his ex-girlfriend, Halsey.
Launched Friday, Aug. 9, the “Half 4” remix of “Work,” which topped World Digital Track Gross sales in June for ATEEZ’s first chart-topper on the rating, options G-Eazy delivering a verse that has followers speaking: “Actin’ harmless, no, it’s not your first time/We’re far-off if Libra is her signal/ Oof, hazard, hazard (Hazard, hazard)/Don’t be a stranger (Don’t be a stranger)/ She stated nobody can save her.”
This explicit line has drawn consideration resulting from Halsey’s Sept. 29 birthday, making her a Libra and resulting in widespread hypothesis that the lyrics might be a thinly veiled reference to his experiences and their previous relationship. The celebs have been in a extremely publicized relationship from 2017 to 2018 earlier than an abrupt breakup in July 2018. Whereas neither has spoken up straight about what ended their time collectively, each artists have launched music that followers consider alludes to their breakup. Halsey has additionally beforehand talked about being in an “abusive relationship,” although she has by no means explicitly confirmed if G-Eazy was concerned.
After the collaboration’s launch, one consumer on X (previously generally known as Twitter) wrote that they “obtained weirded out when he sings that [because] I instantly keep in mind Halsey…that is ATEEZ’s music why tf did u make it about u.” One X consumer added, “A collab of all issues to make slightly diss at your ex,” with one other saying, “G-Eazy shading Halsey in a Ok-pop collab…this was not on my bingo checklist AT ALL.”
As some followers have famous, the actual lyrics in G-Eazy’s verse stand out in opposition to the backdrop of ATEEZ’s authentic message in “Work,” which is about focusing in on pushing towards your objectives and reaching success. One fan on X wrote, “We’re speaking about clocking in and he’s over right here harassing his ex.”
Certainly, the Ok-pop group sings concerning the hustle in strains like, “I wish to get together when it’s a celebration/That’s payin’ me to tug up” and the addictive refrain of “Gotta work, gotta work / Gotta make that cash, make purse.” G-Eazy later provides, “Work, flex, work, flex, all the time within the lab/ How I earn checks/ Hundred thousand {dollars} for a verse, sure/Wouldn’t carry a finger if it have been much less.”
The collaboration comes after ATEEZ’s established admiration for Halsey. The Ok-pop group’s followers, generally known as ANTINY, know the members often share music suggestions: Each Wooyoung and Jongho have shared their fondness for “Boy With Luv,” her hit collaboration with BTS, Yeosang has really helpful Halsey’s chart-topping Billboard Sizzling 100 hit “Nearer” with The Chainsmokers to followers. Mingi has additionally praised G-Eazy’s work, notably his Sizzling 100 hit “Me, Myself & I” that includes Bebe Rexha, and beforehand really helpful Calvin Harris’ Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2 album, the place Halsey options on two tracks.
Representatives for G-Eazy nor ATEEZ didn’t return Billboard‘s request for remark at press time.
Even when the potential diss has dominated many of the dialog, it’s essential to acknowledge the most recent steps in ATEEZ’s barrier-breaking 2024 that features a number of “Work” remixes, being named an “Up Subsequent” star in Selection’s Younger Hollywood Affect Report, and the continuing [Towards the Light : Will to Power] in North America area and stadium tour that simply took over New York’s CitiField on Saturday, Aug. 2. This yr has additionally been momentous for G-Eazy with the June 21 launch of his seventh studio album, Freak Present, marking his first full-length venture in almost three years, which precedes a world tour hitting North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand via this and subsequent yr.
Take heed to Half 4 of ATEEZ’s “Work” with G-Eazy under: