KATSEYE, LE SSERAFIM, and ILLIT Celebrate Critics in New MV

WHO:

Sportskeeda - The music video features the groups LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and KATSEYE.

Billboard - The collaboration involves KATSEYE, LE SSERAFIM, and ILLIT.

WHAT:

Koreaboo - The lyrics of the song "ICONIC BY MISTAKE" have sparked major backlash, with some fans criticizing them as poor and the overall vibe of the song feeling off.

Koreaboo - Fans expressed mixed reactions, with some stating that the message of "we're iconic because people hate us" is uninspiring and not brag-worthy.

Koreaboo - The backlash includes comments about the groups receiving hate for reasons perceived as self-inflicted or due to the actions of their company.

Sportskeeda - LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and KATSEYE released the music video for their collaboration track "ICONIC BY MISTAKE."

Billboard - The music video is intended to thank their critics.

WHERE:

Sportskeeda - The music video was uploaded to the official HYBE LABELS YouTube channel.

WHEN:

Sportskeeda - The music video was released on June 10, 2026.

Billboard - The song's official release on streaming services is anticipated.

WHY:

Billboard - The music video serves to express gratitude towards their haters.

HOW:

Sportskeeda - The music video showcases the collaboration of the three groups.

(UPDATED June 11, 2026 18:05 UTC)

The song "ICONIC BY MISTAKE" has ignited significant backlash among fans, who are criticizing the lyrics as lacking depth and feeling off in overall vibe. Reactions have been mixed, with some fans arguing that the message of being "iconic because people hate us" is not only uninspiring but also not something to brag about. Additionally, the backlash includes comments suggesting that the groups are facing hate for reasons that are seen as self-inflicted or tied to the actions of their management.

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(UPDATED June 11, 2026 14:25 UTC)

LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and KATSEYE have just released the music video for their collaboration track "ICONIC BY MISTAKE," which is now available on the official HYBE LABELS YouTube channel. This vibrant video aims to express gratitude towards their critics and haters, showcasing the unique styles of all three groups. Fans can also look forward to the song's official release on streaming services in the near future.