Aespa Quickly Alters “Rich Man” Performance After Strong Backlash
aespa is facing backlash again — but this time, they made changes.
The controversy started last week after their “Good Morning America” (GMA) performance. Fans slammed the group for an empty stage, no backup dancers, and suspected lip syncing.
Soon after, aespa prerecorded a new stage for The Jennifer Hudson Show. Fans at the taping shared details.
This time, aespa performed “Rich Man” with backup dancers. They also reportedly sang live and did it all in one take.
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aespa at jennifer hudson :
• they performed rich man live with backup dancers
• they did it in one take
• the opening line said that aespa is a global force
• the episode will air next Wednesday on 9/24
• they did an interview segment with who’s most likely to questions…
— jen ❆ (@wintersrabbit) September 15, 2025
The changes clearly respond to the GMA backlash. Fans and netizens argued the first performance lacked energy and wasn’t fully live.
The upcoming Jennifer Hudson Show episode airs September 24. Fans are watching closely to see if aespa’s new approach turns opinions around.
For now, many fans say it’s good aespa is taking the criticism seriously and making clear adjustments.
