After 7 years and 4 months, BIGBANG member G-Dragon is back, proving his influence is as strong as ever.
On October 31, he dropped his new digital single, “POWER”, marking his first release since his Kwon Ji Yong album in 2017. Fans are loving the powerful beats and thought-provoking lyrics that show G-Dragon’s unique style.
Even though the K-pop industry moves fast, G-Dragon’s return is already a huge hit. “POWER” shot to the top of major domestic music charts and also hit No. 1 on iTunes in 15 countries, including Taiwan, Thailand, and Saudi Arabia. The music video has already crossed 10 million views in just one day!
In “POWER", G-Dragon speaks directly to the rumors and criticism he’s faced, including past controversies. With lyrics like, “Spreading exaggerated clips with ‘Shalla Shalla Shout Out,’” and “I’m beautiful for being myself,” he responds to negativity with sharp and witty lines.
On October 30, G-Dragon talked about his return on You Quiz on the Block. “I came back to make music as G-Dragon, not Kwon Ji Yong. ‘POWER’ is about strength, and for me, strength means music,” he explained.
He shared how taking time as “Kwon Ji Yong” helped him reconnect with himself after years in the spotlight, saying it was like stepping out of The Truman Show.
Reflecting on his journey, G-Dragon said, “After 11 years as a trainee and 15 years promoting, I only lived as Kwon Ji Yong for 4 to 5 years. Taking that time helped me rediscover my true self.”
Fans are thrilled about his upcoming performance at the 2024 MAMA Awards in Osaka, marking his first appearance at MAMA in nine years. With “POWER” making waves, G-Dragon is back and ready to make his mark all over again.
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