FIFTY FIFTY’s Keena: Copyright Lawsuit Dismissed Amid Ongoing Dispute

On May 29, FIFTY FIFTY’s Keena faced a legal setback as the Seoul Gangnam Police Station officially determined that there was “insufficient evidence to prove the crime” in her lawsuit against The Givers’ CEO, An Sung-il. The decision resulted in a non-indictment ruling, meaning no formal charges will be filed.

The case stems from Keena’s allegations that her signature was forged or used without her consent on copyright registration forms for the group’s international hit single Cupid. The controversy sparked significant discussion within the K-pop community and beyond, as it raised questions about artist consent and rights within the industry.

Police Side with The Givers Over Signature Controversy

The Givers responded to the ruling, stating that their administrative role in managing FIFTY FIFTY’s musical activities was contractually agreed upon with ATTRAKT, the group’s agency. Based on this arrangement, the police concluded that Keena had broadly delegated signing authority to An Sung-il, effectively dismissing her forgery claims.

“The police recognized that The Givers, under a service contract with ATTRAKT, comprehensively managed administrative tasks for FIFTY FIFTY’s music activities,” The Givers stated. “Thus, it was deemed reasonable to conclude that the complainant (Keena) had broadly delegated document signing authority to the defendant.”

ATTRAKT Disputes Ruling and Pushes for Reinvestigation

Keena’s agency, ATTRAKT, strongly criticized the outcome, labeling it “difficult to understand.” As part of their rebuttal, ATTRAKT released a voice recording allegedly capturing An Sung-il admitting, “Your signature wasn’t done by you, right?”—a statement that, if authenticated, may challenge the foundation of the police decision.

In a public declaration, ATTRAKT stated, “We will continue to respond to uphold the truth and protect artists’ rights, urging reinvestigation and legal accountability based on all evidence.”

The Future of FIFTY FIFTY’s Keena and the Legal Dispute

The contrasting narratives from The Givers and ATTRAKT have only intensified public scrutiny. While the police have closed the case for now, ATTRAKT’s insistence on a reinvestigation keeps the door open for potential future legal action.

As FIFTY FIFTY’s Keena continues to fight for clarity and justice, the outcome of this legal conflict could set a precedent for how issues of artist consent and administrative control are handled within the K-pop industry.

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