[Edaily Starin KIM HYUNSIK Reporter] Controversy is brewing over the performance singer BIBI (27) delivered at “Waterbomb Seoul 2026” (Waterbomb).

On the 27th, various reactions continued to surface online regarding BIBI’s performance at “Waterbomb,” which took place on the 25th at the KINTEX Outdoor Global Stage.
During the performance, BIBI knelt down and unzipped her form-fitting jumpsuit to reveal her upper body in a bikini. She also staged a scene where she sang while kneeling, her lips pressed against a microphone held by male dancers who were shirtless.
“Waterbomb” is a summer music festival where attendees enjoy both water activities and live performances. The event is rated for ages 19 and older, and it is not uncommon for performers to wear revealing outfits or deliver daring performances.
However, Bibi’s performance has sparked mixed reactions regarding its level of explicit content. Some netizens who watched the performance video commented, “It was reminiscent of a strip show,” and “She failed to moderate the level of explicit content.” On the other hand, others defended Bibi, saying, “Since it’s a 19+ rated performance, there’s nothing wrong with it,” and “It was an intense performance.”
Bibi and her agency, Feel Good Music, have not yet issued a separate statement regarding the performance.
Since her official debut in 2019, Bibi has released tracks such as “Bam Yanggang,” “Bad X,” “Shigarit,” and “BUMPA.” After establishing her presence through her music career, she has been active in various fields, including variety shows, acting, and advertising, and has repeatedly drawn attention for her candid and unfiltered commentary and unconventional moves.
At a press conference in 2022 for the release of her full-length album *Lowlife Princess: Noir*, Bibi stated, “I want to be an artist who is like a close friend and a companion, someone wild yet affectionate who can show my most primal self.” She made these remarks while explaining the direction she hoped to take in her career.