G-Dragon Talks Identity Struggles as Kwon Ji-yong for 4-5 Years: Overcoming Confusion Through “POWER”

G-Dragon’s “POWER”Dominates Music Charts Worldwide

On November 1st, G-Dragon’s latest single, “POWER,”surged to the top of the iTunes “Top Songs” chart, achieving the number one spot in 15 countries and regions, including Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Vietnam. In addition to this remarkable international success, the song also secured the top position on major domestic music platforms such as Melon, Genie, Bugs, and VIBE. By November 9th, just eight days after the release of its music video, “POWER”had amassed an impressive 20.82 million views, further solidifying G-Dragon’s status as an enduring “icon of the era.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMjhjrBIrG8

G-DRAGON – POWER (Official Video) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMjhjrBIrG8)

Exploring the Themes Behind “POWER”

G-Dragon revealed that the lyrics of “POWER”were influenced by his personal experiences, particularly the scrutiny he faced amid various rumors, including the drug allegations from the previous year. The lyrics poignantly reflect this turmoil with lines such as:

“Others said to me it’s E-EASY / Shush all the Comments Ripples Attention-seekers… Forcefully criticize Spread a meme Talk blah blah shout out.”

These words address the media’s propensity for “witch hunts”and highlight the silence that often follows when the truth is eventually revealed.

Insights from G-Dragon on Music and Media

In a recent appearance on tvN’s variety show “You Quiz on the Block,” G-Dragon described “POWER”as “a song about strength,” stating, “For me, strength is music.” He emphasized how his seven-year hiatus from the industry allowed him to appreciate the immense influence of media, indicating that the track serves as a satire on media power and conveys a message about the need to harmonize different forms of power.

Reflecting on his journey, G-Dragon shared, “I became a trainee at age six and debuted at 19. I only lived as Kwon Ji-yong for 4 to 5 years.” This statement underscores the duality of his identity as both a global superstar and an individual navigating personal challenges.

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