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G-Dragon

January 16, 2023

"Kwon Ji-yong" redirects here. For G-Dragon's self-titled EP, see Kwon Ji Yong.

In this Korean name, the family name is Kwon.

Kwon Ji-yong (Korean: 권지용; born August 18, 1988),[1] also known by his stage name G-Dragon (지드래곤), is a South Korean rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur and fashion designer, known as the "King of K-pop".[2][3][4][5] G-Dragon is the recipient of numerous awards, including seven Mnet Asian Music Awards, six Melon Music Awards, two Korean Music Awards, two Golden Disc Awards, two MBC Entertainment Awards, among several other awards. Additionally, he is the first and only solo artist to receive the Mnet Asian Music Award for Artist of the Year in 2013.[6]

G-Dragon
G-Dragon on Infinite Challenge Yeongdong Expressway Song Festival 2015
Born
Kwon Ji-yong

(1988-08-18) August 18, 1988 (age 34)
Seoul, South Korea
Other namesGD
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
  • entrepreneur
  • fashion designer
Years active1994–present
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
LabelsYG
Member of
Formerly ofLittle Roo'Ra
Korean name
Hangul
권지용
Hanja
權志龍
Revised RomanizationGwon Ji-yong
McCune–ReischauerKwŏn Chiyong
Websiteygbigbang.com/gdragon
Signature

Born and raised in Seoul, South Korea, G-Dragon officially debuted in 2006 and rose to prominence as the leader of the South Korean group Big Bang, which went on to become one of the best-selling boy bands in the world.[7][8] In 2009, he released his first solo album Heartbreaker; the album and its title track of the same name were commercially successful, becoming the best-selling album by a Korean soloist at the time and earning him Album of the Year at the 2009 Mnet Asian Music Awards. This was followed by a collaboration with fellow Big Bang member T.O.P for the album GD & TOP in 2010. His first EP One of a Kind (2012), spawned three singles: "One of a Kind", "Crayon", and the chart-topper "That XX". The EP earned Best Album at the 2013 Seoul Music Awards. In 2013, he embarked on his first worldwide tour as a solo artist, making him the first Korean soloist to tour Japanese dome arenas.[9] His 2017 EP, Kwon Ji Yong, yielded the number one single "Untitled, 2014", and the supporting concert tour Act III: M.O.T.T.E became the largest tour ever conducted by a Korean soloist.[10]

Widely recognized for his influence on youth culture, fashion trends, and music in South Korea,[11] G-Dragon was named by Forbes in 2016 as the most influential person under 30 in Asia's entertainment and sports.[12] G-Dragon has written or co-written 23 number one songs on the Gaon Digital Chart most of which he has also co-produced.[13][14]

Life and career

1988–2008: Career beginnings

Main article: Big Bang (band)

G-Dragon was born on August 18, 1988, in Seoul, South Korea.[1] G-Dragon began his career at age six as part of the group Little Roo'Ra.[15] Following the release of the group's Christmas album, the group's contract was terminated by their record company, which shocked G-Dragon. Although he vowed to his mother that he "wouldn't [try to become a singer] again," he was scouted by SM Entertainment on a ski trip with his family.[16] He was a trainee under the record label SM Entertainment for five years (from 8–13 years old), specializing in dance before he left.[15][17]

During his third grade year, a friend introduced G-Dragon to the American rap group Wu-Tang Clan. Having been influenced by their music, he developed interest in rapping and began taking classes.[15] After attending a summer school hosted by the South Korean hiphop group People Crew which he joined after begging his mom, he was introduced to Lee Hee sung, who was member of another South Korean hip hop group X-teen, who tried to make G-dragon into Korea's Bow Wow.[18] Under People Crew's[19] tutelage, he participated in the release of the Korean hip-hop album Korean hiphop Flex(대한민국 힙합플렉스 2001) in 2001,[20] becoming the youngest Korean rapper at 13 years old. Although he wrote his own lyrics, he admitted that his English was weak and the story behind the lyrics was just another typical "I'm young, but I'm the best" story.[15] Additionally, he and future fellow Big Bang member Choi Seung-hyun were "neighborhood friend[s] from middle school" and would often dance and rap together before G-Dragon moved away.[21] Catching the interest of Sean of the hip-hop duo Jinusean from YG Entertainment, he recommended G-Dragon to Sean's record label's CEO Yang Hyun Suk. After signing a contract with the record label, G-Dragon spent the first year cleaning the studio for the other artists in the record label and fetching water bottles during dance practice.[15]

 
G-Dragon at MTV Fast Forward, Thailand, 2007

He chose the stage name G-Dragon ("Ji" is pronounced like "G", and Yong is Korean for "dragon").[16] He featured on other artists' albums and even released several singles with Dong under the name "GDYB." After YG Entertainment scrapped the plan and opted for a boy band instead, G-Dragon contacted Choi, who auditioned in.[21] G-Dragon, Dong (who chose the stage name Taeyang), and Choi (who chose the stage name T.O.P), were paired with three other members (Jang Hyun-seung, Daesung, and Seungri).

The formation of the group was documented on television,[22] but prior to their official debut, Jang was dropped.[16] The now-quintet's debut was a moderate success, with their first album selling over 100,000 copies,[23] and included G-Dragon's first solo recording, a cover of the American alternative rock group Maroon 5's single "This Love".[22] The release of the EP Always in 2007 was a musical departure from their previous materials and saw G-Dragon's increased involvement in its production.[24] Several songs were composed by him, including the lead-single "Lies", which became the group's first number one hit. Their following EPs followed its predecessor's footsteps: Hot Issue yielded "Last Farewell" while Stand Up spawned "Day by Day"; both singles, composed by him, were chart-toppers.[25][26] Having produced the majority of Big Bang's materials, G-Dragon became involved with the production of Taeyang's debut extended play Hot (2008), after which he subsequently recorded a "Part Two" to the EP's lead single "Only Look at Me".

2009–2011: Solo debut and commercial popularity

 
"Heartbreaker" (2009)
His first official solo single, "Heartbreaker" drew controversy over similarities to the song "Right Round" by Flo Rida
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In 2009, G-Dragon was featured on singer Lexy's song "Super Fly" for her album Rush alongside Taeyang and T.O.P. He later collaborated with the Japanese boy band W-inds. for their single, "Rain Is Fallin'/Hybrid Dream".[27][28] His first solo album, Heartbreaker, was initially scheduled to be released in April that year, but was pushed back to August.[29][30] Featuring collaborations with several artists, including Teddy of 1TYM, Taeyang, Kush, CL and Sandara Park of 2NE1, the album marked a change in G-Dragon's appearance as he dyed his hair blonde to match its concept. Propelled by its lead-single of the same name, an electronic pop song that sold nearly five million downloads,[31] the album surpassed 300,000 copies sold[32] and went on to win Album of the Year from the 2009 Mnet Asian Music Awards.[33] Shortly after Heartbreaker's release, G-Dragon was accused of plagiarism by Sony Music when his tracks "Heartbreaker" and "Butterfly" were alleged to be similar to Flo Rida's "Right Round" and Oasis's "She's Electric", respectively.[34][35] However, EMI, the record label that distributed "Right Round" said that they saw no similarities between these two songs.[36]

On March 6, 2010, YG Entertainment announced that they personally contacted Flo Rida's representatives requesting that he feature in G-Dragon's live album, Shine a Light, to which Flo Rida accepted.[37] In support of his album, G-Dragon staged his first solo concert at Olympic Gymnastics Arena in December 2009. The name of the concert, Shine a Light, was derived from the lyrics to his song "A Boy".[38] The concert subsequently sparked controversy following complaints of obscenity[39] and suggestive content.[40] The Korean Ministry of Health, Welfare and Family Affairs later asked the government prosecutors to investigate if G-Dragon or YG Entertainment violated laws on obscene performances in his concert.[41][42] He was found innocent and was cleared of all charges on March 15, 2010.[43]

In November 2010, G-Dragon and T.O.P released their collaboration album GD & TOP.[44] Preceding the release of the album, the duo held a worldwide premiere showcase for their album at Times Square in Yeongdeungpo of Seoul,[45] which was also broadcast live on YouTube.[46] To promote their album, the duo released three singles: "High High", "Oh Yeah", and "Knock Out" (Korean: 뻑이가요; Revised Romanization: ''Ppeogigayo'').[47] All three singles preceded the release of the album and achieved commercial success: "High High" scored number one on several music programs[48] while "Oh Yeah" peaked at number two on the Gaon Digital Chart.[49] The album was released on Christmas Eve, and debuted at number one on the Gaon Album Chart[50] with pre-orders of 200,000 copies.[51]

 
G-Dragon performing with T.O.P. in 2011

G-Dragon also formed a duo with Park Myung Soo for the Infinite Challenge Seohae Ahn Highway Song Festival 2011. They released their song "Having an Affair" featuring Park Bom from 2NE1 on June 2, 2011. The song later became the second most downloaded song on the Gaon Music Chart for the year 2011.[52]

Promotional activities halted after G-Dragon tested positive for marijuana.[53] Though a urine test back in August came back negative, a weak positive for marijuana was detected from testing the content of his hair in October. Since it was his first recorded offense with a minuscule amount of the drug, it resulted in an indictment and he was not charged.[54] He later claimed to have accepted a cigarette offered by a fan in Japan during a party back in May, but after realizing it was not a normal cigarette, threw it away.[55] He made his first public appearance after the scandal at the 2011 MTV EMAs with his group.

2012–2013: Breakthrough years and comeback with Big Bang

 
G-Dragon performing at the Alive Galaxy Tour on September 28, 2012.

While working on new solo materials, G-Dragon made an appearance in the Japanese version of Pixie Lott's album Young Foolish Happy, along with T.O.P.[56] His first extended play One of a Kind was released on September 15, 2012,[57][58] drawing positive reviews, placing first on the Billboard World Album Chart and entering the Billboard 200 Chart at 161.[59] Three singles were released to support the album: the top-five hit "One of a Kind,"[60][61] which earned him the Best Hip Hop and Rap Song of the Year awards from the Korean Music Awards and the Rhythmer Awards respectively; the number one "That XX"[62] and the top-three hit "Crayon"[61] that was ranked by Spin Magazine as the best K-Pop single of the year.[63] The album sold over 200,000 copies, making it the highest selling solo album in Korea since the release of his debut album Heartbreaker in 2009.[64] He won "Best Male Solo Artist" at the 14th Mnet Asian Music Awards and "Record of the Year" for One of a Kind at the 22nd Seoul Music Awards. G-Dragon also embarked on the One of a Kind World Tour in 2013, becoming the first Korean solo artist to hold a four-dome tour in Japan[65] and the second Korean solo artist to have a world tour (the first being Rain). The production of the tour cost $3.5 million, making it the largest scale in Korean history at the time.[66] The tour was held in 8 countries, visited 13 cities for a total of 27 concerts gathering 570,000 fans.[67]

In August 2013, G-Dragon performed "Shake The World" as an intro to "One Of A Kind," "Feat. Missy Elliot" (Missy Eliott Ver.) and "Crayon" at the KCON 2013 concert in Los Angeles.[68]

After touring extensively, G-Dragon went back into the studio to record his second studio album. YG Entertainment later announced that Grammy Award-winning musician Missy Elliott will be featured on the album.[69] Coup d'Etat (2013) was released in two parts online, with the full album released physically on September 13, featuring collaborations with Diplo, Baauer, Boys Noize, Sky Ferreira, Siriusmo, Zion.T, Lydia Paek, and label-mate Jennie Kim. G-Dragon and Missy Elliott performed the song "Niliria" at the KCON 2013 in Los Angeles. Six tracks from Coup d'Etat placed within the top 10 of the Gaon Digital Chart, including the number one "Who You?".[70] The best-performing single of the album was "Crooked", with over 1.8 million digital downloads,[71] which was his first solo music video to surpass 100 million views on YouTube.[72] The title track "Coup d'Etat" was chosen by Billboard as one of the game-changing EDM tracks of 2013.[73] The album entered the Billboard 200, making G-Dragon the first Korean act to have multiples entries on the chart.[74] The success of Coup d'Etat led to G-Dragon winning a total of four awards at the 15th Mnet Asian Music Awards: Best Male Solo Artist, Best Music Video for "Coup d'Etat", Best Dance Performance for "Crooked", and the highest award, Artist of The Year.[75] He later took home the World's Best Entertainer and World's Best Album at the World Music Awards.[76]

G-Dragon participated in the Infinite Challenge music festival again for the second time on October 17, 2013, in Imjingak, composing and performing the song "Going to Try" with comedian Jeong Hyeong-don.[77]

2014–2016: New albums and rising success

 
G-Dragon became a face of Airbnb for Asia in 2015.

In 2014, G-Dragon wrote and produced for other YG artists. He wrote the track "Good to You" from 2NE1's album Crush. He also worked on Taeyang's second album Rise, writing and producing the lead single "Ringa Linga" and "Stay With Me", and was a featured artist on the latter track.[78] In November 2014, G-Dragon and Taeyang formed a duo to release the single "Good Boy", which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's World Digital Songs chart, the third time a Korean act topped the chart after PSY and 2NE1.[79] The single had over 1.2 million downloads in South Korea,[80] while its music video surpassed 100 million views on YouTube; this made Big Bang the first Korean male group to have three videos with this many YouTube views.[81] In December of the same year, G-Dragon collaborated with Skrillex and Diplo for the song "Dirty Vibe", which features labelmate CL. The single charted at No. 15 on Billboard's Hot Dance/Electronic Songs and No. 21 on Dance/Electronic Digital Songs, making them the first Korean artists to land on the chart.[82][83][84] In 2015, he wrote and produced a song for Welcome Back, the debut album of YG's new rookie group iKon.[85]

G-Dragon spent the majority of 2015 and 2016 touring with his band for their third Korean album, performing for over 3.6 million fans in two years.[86][87][88][89][90] In 2015, he participated in the Infinite Challenge music festival for the third consecutive time, and for the first time with bandmate Taeyang. The duo teamed up with ZE:A's Hwang Kwanghee and released the single "Mapsosa", which peaked at No. 2 on the Gaon Digital Chart,[91] and sold 1.1 million copies by the end of the year, making it one of the best-selling songs of 2015.[92] He appeared on the same show again the following year, for the Muhan Company special, in which he acted for the first time.[93][94] Additionally, he featured alongside British rapper M.I.A. in Baauer's song "Temple" from his debut album Aa.[95] The song charted at No. 36 on Billboard's Dance/Electronic Digital Songs and No. 26 on Hot Dance/Electronic Songs, making him the first Korean male artist to chart twice on both charts.[96]

2017–present: Military service and return to work

On February 1, 2017, G-Dragon featured on Zion.T's song "Complex"[97] which peaked at number two on the Gaon Digital Chart.[98] He also served as a guest rapper for IU's lead single "Palette," off her album of the same name[99] which topped the Gaon Chart for two consecutive weeks.[100] After the promotional activities with his band wrapped up, G-Dragon began preparing for the release of his new album, along with a solo concert tour.[101]

The single "Bullshit" was set to serve as the lead single to precede the release of his second self-titled EP.[102] Due to bandmate T.O.P's marijuana scandal, and the single's provocative name, "Untitled, 2014" was released to radio instead to avoid further controversy for the artist's record label.[103] Forgoing the traditional method of releasing music on CDs, Kwon Ji Yong was released in USB flash drive format on June 8, drawing criticism from Gaon, which refused to regard it as an official album. Gaon reversed its decision later that year, acknowledging the unconventional format as legitimate.[104] The release saw him topping iTunes charts in 46 countries, the most by any Korean album, including the US iTunes chart. Kwon Ji Yong also topped the iTunes worldwide album and European iTunes charts making him the first Korean soloist to do so.[105] In the United States, Kwon Ji Yong became his best-selling album in just one day and his third entry on the Billboard 200 and first number one on the Heatseeksers Albums. Additionally, the EP became his third chart-topper and the first by a Korean soloist to spend multiple weeks atop the Billboard World Albums.[106][107] In China, the album surpassed 760,000 digital units sold in a day on QQ Music, the biggest music site in the country.[108] Six days after its release, it surpassed one million copies sold, becoming the fastest album to do so and the best-selling album of the year so far.[109] His second world tour, Act III: M.O.T.T.E, began at Seoul World Cup Stadium on June 10, 2017[110][111] and visited 29 cities across Asia, North America, Europe and Oceania.[112][113] The tour is the largest tour by a Korean artist in the United States and Europe, and is the largest concert tour ever conducted by a Korean solo artist, it was attended by 654,000 people worldwide.[10][114][115] A behind-the-scenes documentary look at the tour was released by YouTube Premium in September 2018.[116]

G-Dragon began his two-year mandatory military service on February 27, 2018, by entering the 3rd Infantry Division’s boot camp in Gangwon province as an active duty soldier, where he was set to be discharged on October 26, 2019, after completing the requirements.[117] On October 26, 2019, G-Dragon was officially discharged from the military.[118]

Shortly after his discharge, G-Dragon became the first Korean musician to collaborate with Nike in November 2019 for the Nike Air Force 1 Para-Noise.[119]

On May 4, 2020, G-Dragon signed a contract to model for a famous beverage brand Chapai in China's Nongpushan.[120] On April 4, 2022, G-Dragon made a comeback with Big Bang when they released their first song in four years, "Still Life".[121]

Artistry

Music

 
G-Dragon in September 2012

Inspired by the music of Wu-Tang Clan and citing American singer Pharrell Williams as his "musical hero",[122] G-Dragon's production discography is predominately hip hop.[123] He has also listed Jinusean, Fabolous and Kanye West as influences.[124] At the age of 12, he participated in the annual hip hop Flex album in an attempt jumpstart his career as a hip hop artist.[15] When Big Bang debuted, G-Dragon produced mainly hip hop songs for their albums before the quintet branched out and experimented with electronic music, setting it as the new music trend in Korea.[125] While the band continues to incorporate a diverse range of genre into their materials, G-Dragon focuses mainly on hip hop for his solo efforts and the two sub-units he is a part of (GD & TOP, GD X Taeyang) to contrast Big Bang's sound.[46][126]

His first album Heartbreaker was a mix of dance, hip-hop, and R&B[127] while acoustic, hip hop and electronic music influenced GD & TOP.[46] The song "Crayon" from the EP One of a Kind is a mix between hip-hop and electronic music[128] whereas "One of a Kind" is hip hop and pop-rap song.[129] G-Dragon's second album, Coup d'Etat, is noted for being an eclectic mix of hip-hop, dubstep, rock, electro, and pop,[130] with Jessica Oak from Billboard magazine describing the album's title track, which was co-produced by American DJs Diplo and Baauer, as a slow tempo trap influenced song.[131] The song also samples Gil Scott-Heron's "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised."[132] Meanwhile, "Crooked" was described as a "synthed-up, deliriously catchy pop-punk" with a "neon-bright" sound,[133] fusing "heavy drumbeats and metal guitar riffs"[134] and featuring a "heavy bass line and fully amplified sound at the chorus."[135] In the track, G-Dragon also mixes rap with singing.[134] "Niliria" was noted for sounding ethnic and surrealist.[136]

Kwon Ji Yong continues to feature songs under the hip-hop and R&B genre, with the exception of its lead single, "Untitled, 2014", which is a ballad. Despite primarily being a rapper, the latter also has G-Dragon only singing over a "single piano accompaniment,"[137] with Jeff Benjamin of Fuse comparing the song to Adele's "Someone like You" for its simplicity.[138] The intro, "Middle Fingers-Up", features a piano riff with an underlying trap beat.[139] Act I. or "Bullshit" is a multi-layered hip-hop track characterized by a pulsating chorus and sudden beat and rhythm changes.[140] Act II. or "Super Star" is a slow jam fused with trap, filled with brassy drums, Middle-Eastern horns, lilting synths, and a backing chorus.[140] The outro, "Divina Commedia", is an experimental alt-R&B track which samples "Veridis Quo" from Daft Punk's 2001 album Discovery.[140]

Lyrics and themes

G-Dragon writes the majority of his lyrics, explaining that "each feeling [in creating the music] is different",[141] using his emotions to direct the lyrical content and the composition of his songs.[142] Preferring to pen lyrics that "sound like an actual story,"[35] G-Dragon has said he injects throughout his songwriting process "a sense of eeriness" writing songs that resemble horror films, like "She's Gone", "Window" and "That XX".[130] Spin magazine wrote that G-Dragon's music is "daring by K-pop standards, wildly innovative by any standard" and that the rapper seems "unafraid of constantly pushing forward."[143]

"I have this disease-like need to try to create something new. When you’re kind of being chased, and everything you do goes so well, you develop this sickness and a sense of need to constantly do something different."
— G-Dragon[124]

The Guardian noted that his songs stand out for "more in-depth themes including self-destruction and narcissism."[144] The lyrics in his song "A Boy" was in response to the negative criticisms surrounding his 2009 plagiarism controversy, with the artist refusing to give up on his career despite the setbacks.[145] "Crooked" was created to express his natural punk attitude[130] by describing a man "full of angst and despair" that demands to be left alone as he spends the night "like a 'crooked-minded person,' because in the end, he's alone and doesn't need anyone's 'sugarcoated sympathy.'"[134] His use of explicit languages in "That XX" drew controversy for the artist, and the song was deemed unsuitable for listeners below 19 years of age, and compromised words were replaced by beeps in the music video.[146] Discussing "cheeky" themes such as money and fame,[129][147] "One of a Kind" from the EP of the same name is often view as one of his best work, with Ize magazine listing it as one of the most memorable songs written by G-Dragon, commenting that it raised his status as a hip-hop musician.[148] "Middle Fingers Up" from Kwon Ji-Yong discusses the diminishing number of his personal relationships and his ever-decreasing social circle[148] while "Bullshit"'s lyrics are self-referential, referencing "Crayon" by name while the canine onomatopoeia recalls the title track to his last album Coup d'Etat.[140] He takes on a more remorseful approach in "Untitled, 2014", with the rapper apologizing for "his past actions, asking for forgiveness and the chance to see his ex again even if it's just one more time or in his dreams" in what has been described as "a letter to a past lover"[138]

He also explored other themes as a producer for Big Bang: "If You" was inspired during a time when the artist was in love,[149] "Bae Bae" was inspired by the work of British artist Francis Bacon and the eroticism in his paintings,[150] while "Loser" was written in an attempt to humanize the group.[151] To distinguish himself from other artists and composers, G-Dragon admits to "giving twist and turn at every corner and evoking [a] different story" with each part of his music, acknowledging that although the chorus is the catchiest part of the song, he wants all the parts to his song to be remembered.[141] Aside from producing songs for his own band, G-Dragon has also produced for other artists, including bandmates Taeyang's,[152] Seungri's and Daesung's solo careers, and YG Entertainment label-mates iKon and 2NE1.[153] He is often described as a "perfectionist" who's very critical during recording sessions.[154][155][156]

Stage and alter ego

 
G-Dragon in stage outfit on Big Bang's Alive Tour in 2012

G-Dragon's stage presence and performances have been well received.[157] In a review for his One of a Kind World Tour, Billboard claimed that G-Dragon was a "highly-energetic performer" and was pushing boundaries with this tour, which was described as "vibrant" and a "Michael Jackson-level affair".[158] MWave stated that G-Dragon showed that he's indeed one of a kind while "he burst forth in his own style and personality all throughout the concert." The critic concluded that the rapper "filled every corner of the stage perfectly with his solo presence."[159] His second world tour, Act III: M.O.T.T.E, received rave reviews from critics and fans and was noted for being more intimate.[160][161] In a review for one of his performances in Thailand, Riddhi Chakraborty from Rolling Stone India praised the singer-rapper for delivering "precise choreograph[ies]" with "unwavering enthusiasm [...] and brutal honesty"[4] while Kimberly Lim from The New Paper also noted how G-Dragon "performed gravity-defying and slick moves" at one of his concerts in Macau.[162]

Billboard K-Town describes his productions as large-scale, dramatic and infused with his personality,[163] often incorporating a live band alongside professional dancers, various costumes changes, manipulation of stage lights, and the use of pyrotechnics.[4][164] The singer-rapper's stage outfits have also garnered attention, with Dazed magazine noting that G-Dragon has the "rare ability to play loose and wild with his sartorial choices" to put together outfits that make the "ridiculous become sublime, [and] the impractical into the necessary."[165] G-Dragon explains that while his "[s]tage outfits are loud, outspoken, glamorous, [and] fancy", they are very different from his "normal day to day clothing", preferring to wear "loud and outspoken" clothes when performing compare to a more casual style off-stage.[165]

While promoting his EP Kwon Ji Yong, G-Dragon revealed that he originally created the alter ego G-Dragon to keep his stage persona separated from who he really is. Seoul Beats have described G-Dragon as "glamorous, cocky, [and] energetic", compared to his real-life "humble [and] understated" personality.[166] In a 2017 interview with Elle, he described G-Dragon as someone who is "full of self-confidence" and is "a fancier and stronger person" while Kwon Ji-yong is an "introvert[ed] guy" with "many thoughts in his mind."[167] After the release of Kwon Ji Yong and while touring for Act III: M.O.T.T.E, G-Dragon expressed a desire to distance himself from his alter ego,[162][168] explaining to his fans that for the past few years he has been "living as G-Dragon, but now I want to live as Kwon Ji Yong." Rolling Stone India noted how during the third act of the concerts, fans were able to witness "the rather menacing G-Dragon melt away into the shy Ji Yong."[4]

Public image

"There are too many references and ideas, colors and shapes — yet on him, they feel just right. Where there's a constricted idea of masculinity in society, G-Dragon exploded the paradigm for how a man could be. He was like Prince, only less interested in making his body a sexual object. In G-Dragon's world, fashion could be a fun, playful, and joyful, rather than exacting and serious. Clothes could be an expression of your core identity, or they could just be something you're trying out — a mood, a whim, or an idea. He was postmodern in the best sense of the word. He proved that you could, in some way, be anything and everything." — E.Alex Jung from Vulture[169]

G-Dragon maintains tight control over his career, publicly opposing the idea of singers as "products" of the entertainment industry and criticizing agencies who do not give their artists creative control.[170] Known for reinventing his image and style throughout the years, the singer-rapper is often described as the "most fashionable" member in Big Bang.[171] While promoting Heartbreaker, his change in hairstyle by dyeing it blonde gained popularity among his fans and became one of the top hairstyles of the year.[172] He has consistently altered his hair throughout the years, ranging from various shades of colors to different cuts.[173] Additionally, his constant sporting of triangular scarves during promotions for Big Bang's EP Always became a trend among teenagers and were later nicknamed the "Big Bang scarves".[174]

G-Dragon is noted for his androgynous appearance,[175][176] with the Korea JoongAng Daily calling him "a notable star fashioning genderless style", noting how his image deviates from the fixed gender type of men and women.[177] Vogue Magazine stated how his androgynous or gender-bending appearance defies a "society that maintains traditional, patriarchal values and a noted adherence to manufactured beauty ideals."[178] When he collaborated with Italian footwear designer Giuseppe Zanotti to launch a limited-edition collection of men's and women's shoes, he stated that "it's not just girls or women who get excited and worked up over pretty shoes. [...] [G]uys can feel that way, too."[179][180] G-Dragon's fashion has been described as "quirky and experimental" by Rushali Pawar of the International Business Times[181] while Taylor Glasby from the British Magazine Dazed and Confused characterized his style as "fluid and far-reaching," calling him a "natural style chameleon."[182] Monica Kim from Vogue Magazine admired his "uncanny knack for larger-than-life style that remains wearably cool."[183] Joe Coscarelli from The New York Times calls him "a style icon, a chameleon who often makes peak-era Lady Gaga seem staid".[184] He has covered various issues of W, Dazed, Hypebeast, Elle, Vogue, and landed editorials in Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire, among other Asian magazines.[185]

G-Dragon stated that he was initially self-conscious of his role as a musician, noting how he had "changed many things including the tone of my voice because I was conscious about my job when I was in front of others."[186] Aware that his public image is important when promoting his materials, G-Dragon notes that "what the public perceives of [me] is my doing so it's my fault if I give off the wrong intention."[186] In recent years, he has become more relaxed, stating that now he doesn't "do music or dress up in order to impress people around me. I don't try to be conscious [about music and fashion]".[187]

G-Dragon was chosen by The Chosun Ilbo as the Best Dressed Celebrity of 2012,[188] while in 2014, he was chosen as one of the Best-Dressed Street Style Stars of the year by New York.[189] G-Dragon was included in the 2015's and 2016's Business of Fashion's 500 Global Fashion Leaders list, making him one of the five Koreans on the list, and the only K-Pop act to have made the cut.[190][191] He was also the only Korean in Hypebeast's 100 Innovators list.[192]

Other ventures

Business

In 2012, G-Dragon built a pension hotel as a gift to his family; fans can also stay at this hotel which is now run as a business by his parents.[193] On October 20, 2015, G-Dragon officially opened his first cafe on Jeju Island, under the name of "Monsant Cafe".[194][195] The South Korean indie band Hyukoh was the first artist to play at the café in September 2015.[196] In 2017, his second cafe named "Untitled, 2017", inspired by the title of his most recent single, was built, along with a bowling alley both designed by G-Dragon. It is located within YG Entertainment's YG Republique building complex YG Town of Jeju Shinhwa World resort, for which he is an ambassador.[197]

Endorsements and commercial activities

G-Dragon along with Big Bang are Korea's highest paid celebrities over endorsements, reportedly having an asking price of $1–1.5 million USD per endorsement in 2011.[198] In August 2015, he became the face of Airbnb in the Asian market.[199] In 2016, G-Dragon started endorsing Shinsegae, the largest retailer in South Korea and his merchandises were reported to take up over 49% of sales in the YG store.[200] He also endorsed the Italian sportswear label Kappa as a part of their 100th anniversary and it was reported that he earned US$1.9 million from the brand.[201][202] He was selected as the face of Hyundai's Verna concept vehicle, appearing at an auto show in Beijing which saw 10,000 fans gather to see him in person.[203] In 2017, G-Dragon endorsed Vidal Sassoon in China,[204] he also joined Nike's Air Max Day global campaign and endorsed the Vapormax shoe, causing instant sell-outs across online stores in South Korea.[205] The same year, he was announced as the official ambassador of luxury resort Jeju Shinhwa World, located on Jeju Island.[206] In 2017, G-Dragon was chosen as the brand ambassador of Jeju Island's first premiere resort complex Jeju Shinhwa World, G-Dragon directly participated in the development, designing and planning the concept of the resort complex.[207]

Fashion and art

In 2013, G-Dragon partnered with Ambush for a special collaborative release which includes apparel and accessories. The collection highlights G-Dragon's signature crest by utilizing the design throughout the entire release.[208] In 2014, G-Dragon partnered with Chow Tai Fook Enterprises jewelry and launched a collection designed by himself.[209][210] G-Dragon opened an art exhibition in 2015 under the name Peaceminusone: Beyond the Stage.[211] The exhibition features 200 works of art from 12 domestic and international artists including Michael Scoggins, Sophie Clements and James Clar.[212] Having worked on the exhibition for over a year, its aim is to bring the modern art and pop culture together in order to "introduce domestic artists to the public, who are unfamiliar with art or who find art unapproachable."[211] The show was held at the Seoul Museum of Art from June 6 to August 23.[213] He also launched a collaboration with Giuseppe Zanotti and designed two unisex shoe styles.[214]

 
Peaceminusone logo

In 2016, he collaborated with the brand 8 Seconds, part of the Samsung C&T Fashion Group, designing his first street fashion collection. The collection featured innovative "genderless" designs, suitable for both men and women.[215] In October the same year, G-Dragon launched his personal fashion brand, Peaceminusone, with his long time stylist Gee Eun as an online store, with a collection that includes tees, caps, jewelry, and in-ear headphones.[216] Later, the line was launched as a physical store at the Dover Street Market in London and in Seoul.[217][218] His brand, Peaceminusone, collaborated with Ambush in November for a capsule collection of denim pieces, marking his third collaboration with the label.[219] The same year, he starred in the official campaign for Seoul-based fashion label Juun.J's FW16 collection with Taeyang.[220] He also became a brand ambassador for French fashion house Chanel,[221] and starred in the label’s Gabrielle bag campaign during 2017, alongside industry legend Pharrell.[185][222]

In 2017, G-Dragon began doing pop-up shops for his brand Peaceminusone which started in Seoul. He then teamed up with the boutique called Alchemist to launch a six-day pop-up in Miami.[223][224] While on his second world tour (Act III: M.O.T.T.E) he continued to make pit stops, to do pop-up shops in places like Osaka and Hong Kong.[225] Later that year he collaborated with Vogue to do another pop-up shop in Seoul, selling limited edition Peaceminusone X Vogue apparel.[226] He also launched collaboration with French retailer Colette which was made available to purchase on his online store.[227] In 2019, he collaborated with Nike to release his Peaceminusone Para-Noise Air Force 1 shoes.[119] A second version of Peaceminusone Para-Noise Air Force 1 shoes in white color was released in 2020.[228][229] G-Dragon’s new PEACEMINUSONE x Nike Kwondo 1 “Panda” is expected to release in 2022.[230]

Philanthropy

G-Dragon has shown support for numerous charity organizations over the years. Notably, the final concert of his world tour in 2013, a booth was erected where fans could donate to build a fishery in Haiti, as a collaboration with YG Entertainment's With Campaign, which he previously worked with to help build a school in Nepal.[231] At the same event, he and his fans from 14 countries around the world donated 9.9 tons of rice, which was sent to help malnourished children, elderly living on their own, and other people in need.[232][233] He's reportedly donated ₩81.8 million (US$80,000) every year on his birthday.[234] G-Dragon donated ₩50 million (US$43,400) in 2011 (when fans donated under his name) and in 2012 (privately by himself) to Seoul National University Hospital to help children with diseases get treatment. This was revealed accidentally in 2017 as his name was engraved on a plaque honoring those who had contributed ₩100 million or more.[235]

G-Dragon has used his image to raise awareness for multiple causes, including the UN Refugee Agency[236] and the Red Campaign to fight AIDS.[237] Additionally, in May 2017, a citrus tree forest was officially opened in the city of Seogwipo on Jeju Island, named after G-Dragon's real name, Kwon Ji-yong. The fruit harvested from the forest will be donated to charity events.[238]

Awards and achievements

Main article: List of awards and nominations received by G-Dragon
See also: List of awards and nominations received by Big Bang

G-Dragon has won seven Mnet Asian Music Awards, six Melon Music Awards, four Style Icon Awards, two Korean Music Awards, two Golden Disc Awards, two MBC Entertainment Awards, among several other awards. In 2013, at the Mnet Asian Music Awards, G-Dragon won the Daesang award for Artist of the Year, becoming the first, and only Korean soloist as of now, to win the award.[6] In 2008, G-Dragon was honored with the award for Most Influential Men of the Year sponsored by Arena magazine,[239] and in 2013, he was awarded the Style Icon of the Year award at the Style Icon Asia, being the first solo singer to win the award undivided.[240] He was chosen by GQ Korea as their Man of the Year in 2015.[187] Additionally, G-Dragon was honored at the 2016 Pop Culture & Arts Awards, held by the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, being recognized for his influence and success in music and fashion.[241]

Legacy

Described as a "genius singer-songwriter" by The Korea Times,[35] G-Dragon's role in producing many of Big Bang's materials so early in their career was considered "unusual" at the time, as most K-pop bands are manufactured instead of self-produced.[242] His involvement has shaped how new idol groups interact with their music, with The Korea Times acknowledging that his "unprecedented popularity" and recognition "has inspired many young idol-wannabes to become singer-songwriters."[243] Artists that have cited his work as an influence include Zico,[244] Be'O,[245] Got7's BamBam,[246] BTS's Jungkook,[247] Astro's Rocky,[248] Seventeen's S.Coups,[249] Jaden Smith,[250] Younha,[251] One,[252] Lee Seung-hwan,[253] Kim Eana,[254] DinDin,[255] and Grimes, who states that K-pop, in particular G-Dragon, has influenced her musical style "more visually than anything else."[256][257] Mix Nine's winner Woo Jin-young stated that G-Dragon's "This Love" inspired him to be a rapper.[258]

His music has gained appreciation from critics. The song "One of a Kind" is listed in Korean music critic Kim Bong-hyun's book of most influential Korean hip hop songs from 1989 to 2016, naming it one of the 28 tracks that shaped the genre.[259] It was also the only song by a solo artist to be included in The Dong-a Ilbo's 2016 list of the best male idol songs in the past 20 years.[260] Meanwhile, Spin named "Crayon" the best K-pop single of 2012, with David Bevan commenting that the track "almost felt too big for the occasion, too brash to have come from the leader of a boy band."[261] In 2013, "Crooked" was voted as MTV Iggy's Song of the Year, with the website commenting that "G-Dragon made a big splash in the world of K-pop and beyond with his solo album Coup d'Etat. 'Crooked' from that album was the endlessly playable sound of him breaking big."[262] In 2008, G-Dragon became the youngest person to be listed on The 10 Greatest Korean Composers at the age of 20.[263] The Korea Music Copyright Association currently lists over 180 songs under G-Dragon's name.[264] In 2015, G-Dragon's annual earnings from song royalties was estimated to be over $700,000 a year.[265] He was the highest paid touring singer-songwriter in Korea, earning the most from songwriting royalties in 2012.[266] In 2018, he tied with YG Entertainment producer Teddy Park for the most earned royalties for lyrics writing and song composition within the field of popular music from the Korean Music Copyright Association.[267] They both received Daesang awards for it, making G-Dragon the first, and only idol as of now, to receive this type of award.[268]

G-Dragon was highlighted as one of the "50 Reasons Why Seoul is the Best City" by CNN in 2011[269] and topped the list of the "Most Influential Entities of K-Pop" by Ilgan Sports in 2013.[67] That same year, collaborator Diplo declared that G-Dragon is a "phenom, [he's] bigger than the K-pop scene."[270] The rapper has made Forbes Korea's list of "Korea 2030 Power Leaders" for three consecutive years, most recently in 2014.[271] In 2018, 35 executives from 35 companies in the South Korean music industry chose G-Dragon as the best soloist in Korea[272] while ABS-CBN lists him as their favorite K-pop idol leader, citing his creativity, dedication, and hard-work.[273] That same year, The Guardian ranked G-Dragon No. 11 on their list of "30 Best Boyband Members," becoming only one of two Korean artists to be listed.[274] G-Dragon has been called the "King of K-Pop" by various media publications including Rolling Stone, Dazed and Vogue.[4][5][178] His artistry, multi-hyphenate career, popularity and level of influence have drawn comparisons to American singer Michael Jackson by Billboard,[275] Vogue,[178] and i-D, who hailed him as "the millennial Michael Jackson".[11] Despite his success as a solo artist and leader of Big Bang, G-Dragon has admitted that he didn't realize how famous he was until he went on Big Bang's first world tour.[123]

Personal life

G-Dragon enrolled at Kyung Hee University in 2008 to study post-modern music. He later dropped out due to his busy schedule, and instead majored in Leisure Sports Studies at Gukje Cyber University, obtaining a Bachelor's degree in 2013. G-Dragon graduated in 2016 with a Master's degree in content and retail distribution at Sejong University. Plans for a doctoral degree were delayed to accommodate his military enlistment.[276] In 2018, The Gazette Review estimated that G-Dragon's net worth is US$40 million.[277] According to Cosmopolitan Philippines, the rapper is one of the most-followed K-pop idols on Instagram with over 21.2 million followers as of July 2022.[278]

G-Dragon began mandatory military service on February 27, 2018. After his basic training at South Korea’s 3rd Infantry 'White Skeleton' Division in Cheorwon, Gangwon Province, he was assigned as a regular soldier. 3,000 VIP Big Bang fans awaited G-Dragon's return from his military service at the headquarters of South Korean Army's Ground Operations Command in Yongin, southeast of Seoul. G-Dragon was discharged on October 26, 2019.[279]

Discography

Main article: G-Dragon discography
See also: Big Bang discography and List of songs written by G-Dragon

Videography

Main article: G-Dragon videography

Filmography

  • 무한상사 (Muhan Company) as Executive Director Kwon (2016)
  • The Act III: Moment of Truth The End as himself (2018)[280]

Tours

Main article: List of Big Bang solo concert tours
See also: List of Big Bang concert tours

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Kwon Ji yong redirects here For G Dragon s self titled EP see Kwon Ji Yong In this Korean name the family name is Kwon Kwon Ji yong Korean 권지용 born August 18 1988 1 also known by his stage name G Dragon 지드래곤 is a South Korean rapper singer songwriter record producer entrepreneur and fashion designer known as the King of K pop 2 3 4 5 G Dragon is the recipient of numerous awards including seven Mnet Asian Music Awards six Melon Music Awards two Korean Music Awards two Golden Disc Awards two MBC Entertainment Awards among several other awards Additionally he is the first and only solo artist to receive the Mnet Asian Music Award for Artist of the Year in 2013 6 G DragonG Dragon on Infinite Challenge Yeongdong Expressway Song Festival 2015BornKwon Ji yong 1988 08 18 August 18 1988 age 34 Seoul South KoreaOther namesGDOccupationsRappersingersongwriterrecord producerentrepreneurfashion designerYears active1994 presentMusical careerGenresHip hopK popdance popR amp BtrapInstrumentsVocalsLabelsYGMember ofBig BangYG FamilyGD amp TOPGD X TaeyangFormerly ofLittle Roo RaKorean nameHangul권지용Hanja權志龍Revised RomanizationGwon Ji yongMcCune ReischauerKwŏn ChiyongWebsiteygbigbang wbr com wbr gdragonSignatureBorn and raised in Seoul South Korea G Dragon officially debuted in 2006 and rose to prominence as the leader of the South Korean group Big Bang which went on to become one of the best selling boy bands in the world 7 8 In 2009 he released his first solo album Heartbreaker the album and its title track of the same name were commercially successful becoming the best selling album by a Korean soloist at the time and earning him Album of the Year at the 2009 Mnet Asian Music Awards This was followed by a collaboration with fellow Big Bang member T O P for the album GD amp TOP in 2010 His first EP One of a Kind 2012 spawned three singles One of a Kind Crayon and the chart topper That XX The EP earned Best Album at the 2013 Seoul Music Awards In 2013 he embarked on his first worldwide tour as a solo artist making him the first Korean soloist to tour Japanese dome arenas 9 His 2017 EP Kwon Ji Yong yielded the number one single Untitled 2014 and the supporting concert tour Act III M O T T E became the largest tour ever conducted by a Korean soloist 10 Widely recognized for his influence on youth culture fashion trends and music in South Korea 11 G Dragon was named by Forbes in 2016 as the most influential person under 30 in Asia s entertainment and sports 12 G Dragon has written or co written 23 number one songs on the Gaon Digital Chart most of which he has also co produced 13 14 Contents 1 Life and career 1 1 1988 2008 Career beginnings 1 2 2009 2011 Solo debut and commercial popularity 1 3 2012 2013 Breakthrough years and comeback with Big Bang 1 4 2014 2016 New albums and rising success 1 5 2017 present Military service and return to work 2 Artistry 2 1 Music 2 2 Lyrics and themes 2 3 Stage and alter ego 3 Public image 4 Other ventures 4 1 Business 4 2 Endorsements and commercial activities 4 3 Fashion and art 4 4 Philanthropy 5 Awards and achievements 6 Legacy 7 Personal life 8 Discography 9 Videography 10 Filmography 11 Tours 12 References 13 External linksLife and career Edit1988 2008 Career beginnings Edit Main article Big Bang band G Dragon was born on August 18 1988 in Seoul South Korea 1 G Dragon began his career at age six as part of the group Little Roo Ra 15 Following the release of the group s Christmas album the group s contract was terminated by their record company which shocked G Dragon Although he vowed to his mother that he wouldn t try to become a singer again he was scouted by SM Entertainment on a ski trip with his family 16 He was a trainee under the record label SM Entertainment for five years from 8 13 years old specializing in dance before he left 15 17 During his third grade year a friend introduced G Dragon to the American rap group Wu Tang Clan Having been influenced by their music he developed interest in rapping and began taking classes 15 After attending a summer school hosted by the South Korean hiphop group People Crew which he joined after begging his mom he was introduced to Lee Hee sung who was member of another South Korean hip hop group X teen who tried to make G dragon into Korea s Bow Wow 18 Under People Crew s 19 tutelage he participated in the release of the Korean hip hop album Korean hiphop Flex 대한민국 힙합플렉스 2001 in 2001 20 becoming the youngest Korean rapper at 13 years old Although he wrote his own lyrics he admitted that his English was weak and the story behind the lyrics was just another typical I m young but I m the best story 15 Additionally he and future fellow Big Bang member Choi Seung hyun were neighborhood friend s from middle school and would often dance and rap together before G Dragon moved away 21 Catching the interest of Sean of the hip hop duo Jinusean from YG Entertainment he recommended G Dragon to Sean s record label s CEO Yang Hyun Suk After signing a contract with the record label G Dragon spent the first year cleaning the studio for the other artists in the record label and fetching water bottles during dance practice 15 G Dragon at MTV Fast Forward Thailand 2007 He chose the stage name G Dragon Ji is pronounced like G and Yong is Korean for dragon 16 He featured on other artists albums and even released several singles with Dong under the name GDYB After YG Entertainment scrapped the plan and opted for a boy band instead G Dragon contacted Choi who auditioned in 21 G Dragon Dong who chose the stage name Taeyang and Choi who chose the stage name T O P were paired with three other members Jang Hyun seung Daesung and Seungri The formation of the group was documented on television 22 but prior to their official debut Jang was dropped 16 The now quintet s debut was a moderate success with their first album selling over 100 000 copies 23 and included G Dragon s first solo recording a cover of the American alternative rock group Maroon 5 s single This Love 22 The release of the EP Always in 2007 was a musical departure from their previous materials and saw G Dragon s increased involvement in its production 24 Several songs were composed by him including the lead single Lies which became the group s first number one hit Their following EPs followed its predecessor s footsteps Hot Issue yielded Last Farewell while Stand Up spawned Day by Day both singles composed by him were chart toppers 25 26 Having produced the majority of Big Bang s materials G Dragon became involved with the production of Taeyang s debut extended play Hot 2008 after which he subsequently recorded a Part Two to the EP s lead single Only Look at Me 2009 2011 Solo debut and commercial popularity Edit Heartbreaker 2009 source source His first official solo single Heartbreaker drew controversy over similarities to the song Right Round by Flo Rida Problems playing this file See media help In 2009 G Dragon was featured on singer Lexy s song Super Fly for her album Rush alongside Taeyang and T O P He later collaborated with the Japanese boy band W inds for their single Rain Is Fallin Hybrid Dream 27 28 His first solo album Heartbreaker was initially scheduled to be released in April that year but was pushed back to August 29 30 Featuring collaborations with several artists including Teddy of 1TYM Taeyang Kush CL and Sandara Park of 2NE1 the album marked a change in G Dragon s appearance as he dyed his hair blonde to match its concept Propelled by its lead single of the same name an electronic pop song that sold nearly five million downloads 31 the album surpassed 300 000 copies sold 32 and went on to win Album of the Year from the 2009 Mnet Asian Music Awards 33 Shortly after Heartbreaker s release G Dragon was accused of plagiarism by Sony Music when his tracks Heartbreaker and Butterfly were alleged to be similar to Flo Rida s Right Round and Oasis s She s Electric respectively 34 35 However EMI the record label that distributed Right Round said that they saw no similarities between these two songs 36 On March 6 2010 YG Entertainment announced that they personally contacted Flo Rida s representatives requesting that he feature in G Dragon s live album Shine a Light to which Flo Rida accepted 37 In support of his album G Dragon staged his first solo concert at Olympic Gymnastics Arena in December 2009 The name of the concert Shine a Light was derived from the lyrics to his song A Boy 38 The concert subsequently sparked controversy following complaints of obscenity 39 and suggestive content 40 The Korean Ministry of Health Welfare and Family Affairs later asked the government prosecutors to investigate if G Dragon or YG Entertainment violated laws on obscene performances in his concert 41 42 He was found innocent and was cleared of all charges on March 15 2010 43 In November 2010 G Dragon and T O P released their collaboration album GD amp TOP 44 Preceding the release of the album the duo held a worldwide premiere showcase for their album at Times Square in Yeongdeungpo of Seoul 45 which was also broadcast live on YouTube 46 To promote their album the duo released three singles High High Oh Yeah and Knock Out Korean 뻑이가요 Revised Romanization Ppeogigayo 47 All three singles preceded the release of the album and achieved commercial success High High scored number one on several music programs 48 while Oh Yeah peaked at number two on the Gaon Digital Chart 49 The album was released on Christmas Eve and debuted at number one on the Gaon Album Chart 50 with pre orders of 200 000 copies 51 G Dragon performing with T O P in 2011 G Dragon also formed a duo with Park Myung Soo for the Infinite Challenge Seohae Ahn Highway Song Festival 2011 They released their song Having an Affair featuring Park Bom from 2NE1 on June 2 2011 The song later became the second most downloaded song on the Gaon Music Chart for the year 2011 52 Promotional activities halted after G Dragon tested positive for marijuana 53 Though a urine test back in August came back negative a weak positive for marijuana was detected from testing the content of his hair in October Since it was his first recorded offense with a minuscule amount of the drug it resulted in an indictment and he was not charged 54 He later claimed to have accepted a cigarette offered by a fan in Japan during a party back in May but after realizing it was not a normal cigarette threw it away 55 He made his first public appearance after the scandal at the 2011 MTV EMAs with his group 2012 2013 Breakthrough years and comeback with Big Bang Edit G Dragon performing at the Alive Galaxy Tour on September 28 2012 While working on new solo materials G Dragon made an appearance in the Japanese version of Pixie Lott s album Young Foolish Happy along with T O P 56 His first extended play One of a Kind was released on September 15 2012 57 58 drawing positive reviews placing first on the Billboard World Album Chart and entering the Billboard 200 Chart at 161 59 Three singles were released to support the album the top five hit One of a Kind 60 61 which earned him the Best Hip Hop and Rap Song of the Year awards from the Korean Music Awards and the Rhythmer Awards respectively the number one That XX 62 and the top three hit Crayon 61 that was ranked by Spin Magazine as the best K Pop single of the year 63 The album sold over 200 000 copies making it the highest selling solo album in Korea since the release of his debut album Heartbreaker in 2009 64 He won Best Male Solo Artist at the 14th Mnet Asian Music Awards and Record of the Year for One of a Kind at the 22nd Seoul Music Awards G Dragon also embarked on the One of a Kind World Tour in 2013 becoming the first Korean solo artist to hold a four dome tour in Japan 65 and the second Korean solo artist to have a world tour the first being Rain The production of the tour cost 3 5 million making it the largest scale in Korean history at the time 66 The tour was held in 8 countries visited 13 cities for a total of 27 concerts gathering 570 000 fans 67 In August 2013 G Dragon performed Shake The World as an intro to One Of A Kind Feat Missy Elliot Missy Eliott Ver and Crayon at the KCON 2013 concert in Los Angeles 68 After touring extensively G Dragon went back into the studio to record his second studio album YG Entertainment later announced that Grammy Award winning musician Missy Elliott will be featured on the album 69 Coup d Etat 2013 was released in two parts online with the full album released physically on September 13 featuring collaborations with Diplo Baauer Boys Noize Sky Ferreira Siriusmo Zion T Lydia Paek and label mate Jennie Kim G Dragon and Missy Elliott performed the song Niliria at the KCON 2013 in Los Angeles Six tracks from Coup d Etat placed within the top 10 of the Gaon Digital Chart including the number one Who You 70 The best performing single of the album was Crooked with over 1 8 million digital downloads 71 which was his first solo music video to surpass 100 million views on YouTube 72 The title track Coup d Etat was chosen by Billboard as one of the game changing EDM tracks of 2013 73 The album entered the Billboard 200 making G Dragon the first Korean act to have multiples entries on the chart 74 The success of Coup d Etat led to G Dragon winning a total of four awards at the 15th Mnet Asian Music Awards Best Male Solo Artist Best Music Video for Coup d Etat Best Dance Performance for Crooked and the highest award Artist of The Year 75 He later took home the World s Best Entertainer and World s Best Album at the World Music Awards 76 G Dragon participated in the Infinite Challenge music festival again for the second time on October 17 2013 in Imjingak composing and performing the song Going to Try with comedian Jeong Hyeong don 77 2014 2016 New albums and rising success Edit G Dragon became a face of Airbnb for Asia in 2015 In 2014 G Dragon wrote and produced for other YG artists He wrote the track Good to You from 2NE1 s album Crush He also worked on Taeyang s second album Rise writing and producing the lead single Ringa Linga and Stay With Me and was a featured artist on the latter track 78 In November 2014 G Dragon and Taeyang formed a duo to release the single Good Boy which debuted at No 1 on Billboard s World Digital Songs chart the third time a Korean act topped the chart after PSY and 2NE1 79 The single had over 1 2 million downloads in South Korea 80 while its music video surpassed 100 million views on YouTube this made Big Bang the first Korean male group to have three videos with this many YouTube views 81 In December of the same year G Dragon collaborated with Skrillex and Diplo for the song Dirty Vibe which features labelmate CL The single charted at No 15 on Billboard s Hot Dance Electronic Songs and No 21 on Dance Electronic Digital Songs making them the first Korean artists to land on the chart 82 83 84 In 2015 he wrote and produced a song for Welcome Back the debut album of YG s new rookie group iKon 85 G Dragon spent the majority of 2015 and 2016 touring with his band for their third Korean album performing for over 3 6 million fans in two years 86 87 88 89 90 In 2015 he participated in the Infinite Challenge music festival for the third consecutive time and for the first time with bandmate Taeyang The duo teamed up with ZE A s Hwang Kwanghee and released the single Mapsosa which peaked at No 2 on the Gaon Digital Chart 91 and sold 1 1 million copies by the end of the year making it one of the best selling songs of 2015 92 He appeared on the same show again the following year for the Muhan Company special in which he acted for the first time 93 94 Additionally he featured alongside British rapper M I A in Baauer s song Temple from his debut album Aa 95 The song charted at No 36 on Billboard s Dance Electronic Digital Songs and No 26 on Hot Dance Electronic Songs making him the first Korean male artist to chart twice on both charts 96 2017 present Military service and return to work Edit On February 1 2017 G Dragon featured on Zion T s song Complex 97 which peaked at number two on the Gaon Digital Chart 98 He also served as a guest rapper for IU s lead single Palette off her album of the same name 99 which topped the Gaon Chart for two consecutive weeks 100 After the promotional activities with his band wrapped up G Dragon began preparing for the release of his new album along with a solo concert tour 101 The single Bullshit was set to serve as the lead single to precede the release of his second self titled EP 102 Due to bandmate T O P s marijuana scandal and the single s provocative name Untitled 2014 was released to radio instead to avoid further controversy for the artist s record label 103 Forgoing the traditional method of releasing music on CDs Kwon Ji Yong was released in USB flash drive format on June 8 drawing criticism from Gaon which refused to regard it as an official album Gaon reversed its decision later that year acknowledging the unconventional format as legitimate 104 The release saw him topping iTunes charts in 46 countries the most by any Korean album including the US iTunes chart Kwon Ji Yong also topped the iTunes worldwide album and European iTunes charts making him the first Korean soloist to do so 105 In the United States Kwon Ji Yong became his best selling album in just one day and his third entry on the Billboard 200 and first number one on the Heatseeksers Albums Additionally the EP became his third chart topper and the first by a Korean soloist to spend multiple weeks atop the Billboard World Albums 106 107 In China the album surpassed 760 000 digital units sold in a day on QQ Music the biggest music site in the country 108 Six days after its release it surpassed one million copies sold becoming the fastest album to do so and the best selling album of the year so far 109 His second world tour Act III M O T T E began at Seoul World Cup Stadium on June 10 2017 110 111 and visited 29 cities across Asia North America Europe and Oceania 112 113 The tour is the largest tour by a Korean artist in the United States and Europe and is the largest concert tour ever conducted by a Korean solo artist it was attended by 654 000 people worldwide 10 114 115 A behind the scenes documentary look at the tour was released by YouTube Premium in September 2018 116 G Dragon began his two year mandatory military service on February 27 2018 by entering the 3rd Infantry Division s boot camp in Gangwon province as an active duty soldier where he was set to be discharged on October 26 2019 after completing the requirements 117 On October 26 2019 G Dragon was officially discharged from the military 118 Shortly after his discharge G Dragon became the first Korean musician to collaborate with Nike in November 2019 for the Nike Air Force 1 Para Noise 119 On May 4 2020 G Dragon signed a contract to model for a famous beverage brand Chapai in China s Nongpushan 120 On April 4 2022 G Dragon made a comeback with Big Bang when they released their first song in four years Still Life 121 Artistry EditMusic Edit G Dragon in September 2012 Inspired by the music of Wu Tang Clan and citing American singer Pharrell Williams as his musical hero 122 G Dragon s production discography is predominately hip hop 123 He has also listed Jinusean Fabolous and Kanye West as influences 124 At the age of 12 he participated in the annual hip hop Flex album in an attempt jumpstart his career as a hip hop artist 15 When Big Bang debuted G Dragon produced mainly hip hop songs for their albums before the quintet branched out and experimented with electronic music setting it as the new music trend in Korea 125 While the band continues to incorporate a diverse range of genre into their materials G Dragon focuses mainly on hip hop for his solo efforts and the two sub units he is a part of GD amp TOP GD X Taeyang to contrast Big Bang s sound 46 126 His first album Heartbreaker was a mix of dance hip hop and R amp B 127 while acoustic hip hop and electronic music influenced GD amp TOP 46 The song Crayon from the EP One of a Kind is a mix between hip hop and electronic music 128 whereas One of a Kind is hip hop and pop rap song 129 G Dragon s second album Coup d Etat is noted for being an eclectic mix of hip hop dubstep rock electro and pop 130 with Jessica Oak from Billboard magazine describing the album s title track which was co produced by American DJs Diplo and Baauer as a slow tempo trap influenced song 131 The song also samples Gil Scott Heron s The Revolution Will Not Be Televised 132 Meanwhile Crooked was described as a synthed up deliriously catchy pop punk with a neon bright sound 133 fusing heavy drumbeats and metal guitar riffs 134 and featuring a heavy bass line and fully amplified sound at the chorus 135 In the track G Dragon also mixes rap with singing 134 Niliria was noted for sounding ethnic and surrealist 136 Kwon Ji Yong continues to feature songs under the hip hop and R amp B genre with the exception of its lead single Untitled 2014 which is a ballad Despite primarily being a rapper the latter also has G Dragon only singing over a single piano accompaniment 137 with Jeff Benjamin of Fuse comparing the song to Adele s Someone like You for its simplicity 138 The intro Middle Fingers Up features a piano riff with an underlying trap beat 139 Act I or Bullshit is a multi layered hip hop track characterized by a pulsating chorus and sudden beat and rhythm changes 140 Act II or Super Star is a slow jam fused with trap filled with brassy drums Middle Eastern horns lilting synths and a backing chorus 140 The outro Divina Commedia is an experimental alt R amp B track which samples Veridis Quo from Daft Punk s 2001 album Discovery 140 Lyrics and themes Edit G Dragon writes the majority of his lyrics explaining that each feeling in creating the music is different 141 using his emotions to direct the lyrical content and the composition of his songs 142 Preferring to pen lyrics that sound like an actual story 35 G Dragon has said he injects throughout his songwriting process a sense of eeriness writing songs that resemble horror films like She s Gone Window and That XX 130 Spin magazine wrote that G Dragon s music is daring by K pop standards wildly innovative by any standard and that the rapper seems unafraid of constantly pushing forward 143 I have this disease like need to try to create something new When you re kind of being chased and everything you do goes so well you develop this sickness and a sense of need to constantly do something different G Dragon 124 The Guardian noted that his songs stand out for more in depth themes including self destruction and narcissism 144 The lyrics in his song A Boy was in response to the negative criticisms surrounding his 2009 plagiarism controversy with the artist refusing to give up on his career despite the setbacks 145 Crooked was created to express his natural punk attitude 130 by describing a man full of angst and despair that demands to be left alone as he spends the night like a crooked minded person because in the end he s alone and doesn t need anyone s sugarcoated sympathy 134 His use of explicit languages in That XX drew controversy for the artist and the song was deemed unsuitable for listeners below 19 years of age and compromised words were replaced by beeps in the music video 146 Discussing cheeky themes such as money and fame 129 147 One of a Kind from the EP of the same name is often view as one of his best work with Ize magazine listing it as one of the most memorable songs written by G Dragon commenting that it raised his status as a hip hop musician 148 Middle Fingers Up from Kwon Ji Yong discusses the diminishing number of his personal relationships and his ever decreasing social circle 148 while Bullshit s lyrics are self referential referencing Crayon by name while the canine onomatopoeia recalls the title track to his last album Coup d Etat 140 He takes on a more remorseful approach in Untitled 2014 with the rapper apologizing for his past actions asking for forgiveness and the chance to see his ex again even if it s just one more time or in his dreams in what has been described as a letter to a past lover 138 He also explored other themes as a producer for Big Bang If You was inspired during a time when the artist was in love 149 Bae Bae was inspired by the work of British artist Francis Bacon and the eroticism in his paintings 150 while Loser was written in an attempt to humanize the group 151 To distinguish himself from other artists and composers G Dragon admits to giving twist and turn at every corner and evoking a different story with each part of his music acknowledging that although the chorus is the catchiest part of the song he wants all the parts to his song to be remembered 141 Aside from producing songs for his own band G Dragon has also produced for other artists including bandmates Taeyang s 152 Seungri s and Daesung s solo careers and YG Entertainment label mates iKon and 2NE1 153 He is often described as a perfectionist who s very critical during recording sessions 154 155 156 Stage and alter ego Edit G Dragon in stage outfit on Big Bang s Alive Tour in 2012 G Dragon s stage presence and performances have been well received 157 In a review for his One of a Kind World Tour Billboard claimed that G Dragon was a highly energetic performer and was pushing boundaries with this tour which was described as vibrant and a Michael Jackson level affair 158 MWave stated that G Dragon showed that he s indeed one of a kind while he burst forth in his own style and personality all throughout the concert The critic concluded that the rapper filled every corner of the stage perfectly with his solo presence 159 His second world tour Act III M O T T E received rave reviews from critics and fans and was noted for being more intimate 160 161 In a review for one of his performances in Thailand Riddhi Chakraborty from Rolling Stone India praised the singer rapper for delivering precise choreograph ies with unwavering enthusiasm and brutal honesty 4 while Kimberly Lim from The New Paper also noted how G Dragon performed gravity defying and slick moves at one of his concerts in Macau 162 Billboard K Town describes his productions as large scale dramatic and infused with his personality 163 often incorporating a live band alongside professional dancers various costumes changes manipulation of stage lights and the use of pyrotechnics 4 164 The singer rapper s stage outfits have also garnered attention with Dazed magazine noting that G Dragon has the rare ability to play loose and wild with his sartorial choices to put together outfits that make the ridiculous become sublime and the impractical into the necessary 165 G Dragon explains that while his s tage outfits are loud outspoken glamorous and fancy they are very different from his normal day to day clothing preferring to wear loud and outspoken clothes when performing compare to a more casual style off stage 165 While promoting his EP Kwon Ji Yong G Dragon revealed that he originally created the alter ego G Dragon to keep his stage persona separated from who he really is Seoul Beats have described G Dragon as glamorous cocky and energetic compared to his real life humble and understated personality 166 In a 2017 interview with Elle he described G Dragon as someone who is full of self confidence and is a fancier and stronger person while Kwon Ji yong is an introvert ed guy with many thoughts in his mind 167 After the release of Kwon Ji Yong and while touring for Act III M O T T E G Dragon expressed a desire to distance himself from his alter ego 162 168 explaining to his fans that for the past few years he has been living as G Dragon but now I want to live as Kwon Ji Yong Rolling Stone India noted how during the third act of the concerts fans were able to witness the rather menacing G Dragon melt away into the shy Ji Yong 4 Public image Edit There are too many references and ideas colors and shapes yet on him they feel just right Where there s a constricted idea of masculinity in society G Dragon exploded the paradigm for how a man could be He was like Prince only less interested in making his body a sexual object In G Dragon s world fashion could be a fun playful and joyful rather than exacting and serious Clothes could be an expression of your core identity or they could just be something you re trying out a mood a whim or an idea He was postmodern in the best sense of the word He proved that you could in some way be anything and everything E Alex Jung from Vulture 169 G Dragon maintains tight control over his career publicly opposing the idea of singers as products of the entertainment industry and criticizing agencies who do not give their artists creative control 170 Known for reinventing his image and style throughout the years the singer rapper is often described as the most fashionable member in Big Bang 171 While promoting Heartbreaker his change in hairstyle by dyeing it blonde gained popularity among his fans and became one of the top hairstyles of the year 172 He has consistently altered his hair throughout the years ranging from various shades of colors to different cuts 173 Additionally his constant sporting of triangular scarves during promotions for Big Bang s EP Always became a trend among teenagers and were later nicknamed the Big Bang scarves 174 G Dragon is noted for his androgynous appearance 175 176 with the Korea JoongAng Daily calling him a notable star fashioning genderless style noting how his image deviates from the fixed gender type of men and women 177 Vogue Magazine stated how his androgynous or gender bending appearance defies a society that maintains traditional patriarchal values and a noted adherence to manufactured beauty ideals 178 When he collaborated with Italian footwear designer Giuseppe Zanotti to launch a limited edition collection of men s and women s shoes he stated that it s not just girls or women who get excited and worked up over pretty shoes G uys can feel that way too 179 180 G Dragon s fashion has been described as quirky and experimental by Rushali Pawar of the International Business Times 181 while Taylor Glasby from the British Magazine Dazed and Confused characterized his style as fluid and far reaching calling him a natural style chameleon 182 Monica Kim from Vogue Magazine admired his uncanny knack for larger than life style that remains wearably cool 183 Joe Coscarelli from The New York Times calls him a style icon a chameleon who often makes peak era Lady Gaga seem staid 184 He has covered various issues of W Dazed Hypebeast Elle Vogue and landed editorials in Harper s Bazaar Esquire among other Asian magazines 185 G Dragon stated that he was initially self conscious of his role as a musician noting how he had changed many things including the tone of my voice because I was conscious about my job when I was in front of others 186 Aware that his public image is important when promoting his materials G Dragon notes that what the public perceives of me is my doing so it s my fault if I give off the wrong intention 186 In recent years he has become more relaxed stating that now he doesn t do music or dress up in order to impress people around me I don t try to be conscious about music and fashion 187 G Dragon was chosen by The Chosun Ilbo as the Best Dressed Celebrity of 2012 188 while in 2014 he was chosen as one of the Best Dressed Street Style Stars of the year by New York 189 G Dragon was included in the 2015 s and 2016 s Business of Fashion s 500 Global Fashion Leaders list making him one of the five Koreans on the list and the only K Pop act to have made the cut 190 191 He was also the only Korean in Hypebeast s 100 Innovators list 192 Other ventures EditBusiness Edit In 2012 G Dragon built a pension hotel as a gift to his family fans can also stay at this hotel which is now run as a business by his parents 193 On October 20 2015 G Dragon officially opened his first cafe on Jeju Island under the name of Monsant Cafe 194 195 The South Korean indie band Hyukoh was the first artist to play at the cafe in September 2015 196 In 2017 his second cafe named Untitled 2017 inspired by the title of his most recent single was built along with a bowling alley both designed by G Dragon It is located within YG Entertainment s YG Republique building complex YG Town of Jeju Shinhwa World resort for which he is an ambassador 197 Endorsements and commercial activities Edit G Dragon along with Big Bang are Korea s highest paid celebrities over endorsements reportedly having an asking price of 1 1 5 million USD per endorsement in 2011 198 In August 2015 he became the face of Airbnb in the Asian market 199 In 2016 G Dragon started endorsing Shinsegae the largest retailer in South Korea and his merchandises were reported to take up over 49 of sales in the YG store 200 He also endorsed the Italian sportswear label Kappa as a part of their 100th anniversary and it was reported that he earned US 1 9 million from the brand 201 202 He was selected as the face of Hyundai s Verna concept vehicle appearing at an auto show in Beijing which saw 10 000 fans gather to see him in person 203 In 2017 G Dragon endorsed Vidal Sassoon in China 204 he also joined Nike s Air Max Day global campaign and endorsed the Vapormax shoe causing instant sell outs across online stores in South Korea 205 The same year he was announced as the official ambassador of luxury resort Jeju Shinhwa World located on Jeju Island 206 In 2017 G Dragon was chosen as the brand ambassador of Jeju Island s first premiere resort complex Jeju Shinhwa World G Dragon directly participated in the development designing and planning the concept of the resort complex 207 Fashion and art Edit In 2013 G Dragon partnered with Ambush for a special collaborative release which includes apparel and accessories The collection highlights G Dragon s signature crest by utilizing the design throughout the entire release 208 In 2014 G Dragon partnered with Chow Tai Fook Enterprises jewelry and launched a collection designed by himself 209 210 G Dragon opened an art exhibition in 2015 under the name Peaceminusone Beyond the Stage 211 The exhibition features 200 works of art from 12 domestic and international artists including Michael Scoggins Sophie Clements and James Clar 212 Having worked on the exhibition for over a year its aim is to bring the modern art and pop culture together in order to introduce domestic artists to the public who are unfamiliar with art or who find art unapproachable 211 The show was held at the Seoul Museum of Art from June 6 to August 23 213 He also launched a collaboration with Giuseppe Zanotti and designed two unisex shoe styles 214 Peaceminusone logo In 2016 he collaborated with the brand 8 Seconds part of the Samsung C amp T Fashion Group designing his first street fashion collection The collection featured innovative genderless designs suitable for both men and women 215 In October the same year G Dragon launched his personal fashion brand Peaceminusone with his long time stylist Gee Eun as an online store with a collection that includes tees caps jewelry and in ear headphones 216 Later the line was launched as a physical store at the Dover Street Market in London and in Seoul 217 218 His brand Peaceminusone collaborated with Ambush in November for a capsule collection of denim pieces marking his third collaboration with the label 219 The same year he starred in the official campaign for Seoul based fashion label Juun J s FW16 collection with Taeyang 220 He also became a brand ambassador for French fashion house Chanel 221 and starred in the label s Gabrielle bag campaign during 2017 alongside industry legend Pharrell 185 222 In 2017 G Dragon began doing pop up shops for his brand Peaceminusone which started in Seoul He then teamed up with the boutique called Alchemist to launch a six day pop up in Miami 223 224 While on his second world tour Act III M O T T E he continued to make pit stops to do pop up shops in places like Osaka and Hong Kong 225 Later that year he collaborated with Vogue to do another pop up shop in Seoul selling limited edition Peaceminusone X Vogue apparel 226 He also launched collaboration with French retailer Colette which was made available to purchase on his online store 227 In 2019 he collaborated with Nike to release his Peaceminusone Para Noise Air Force 1 shoes 119 A second version of Peaceminusone Para Noise Air Force 1 shoes in white color was released in 2020 228 229 G Dragon s new PEACEMINUSONE x Nike Kwondo 1 Panda is expected to release in 2022 230 Philanthropy Edit G Dragon has shown support for numerous charity organizations over the years Notably the final concert of his world tour in 2013 a booth was erected where fans could donate to build a fishery in Haiti as a collaboration with YG Entertainment s With Campaign which he previously worked with to help build a school in Nepal 231 At the same event he and his fans from 14 countries around the world donated 9 9 tons of rice which was sent to help malnourished children elderly living on their own and other people in need 232 233 He s reportedly donated 81 8 million US 80 000 every year on his birthday 234 G Dragon donated 50 million US 43 400 in 2011 when fans donated under his name and in 2012 privately by himself to Seoul National University Hospital to help children with diseases get treatment This was revealed accidentally in 2017 as his name was engraved on a plaque honoring those who had contributed 100 million or more 235 G Dragon has used his image to raise awareness for multiple causes including the UN Refugee Agency 236 and the Red Campaign to fight AIDS 237 Additionally in May 2017 a citrus tree forest was officially opened in the city of Seogwipo on Jeju Island named after G Dragon s real name Kwon Ji yong The fruit harvested from the forest will be donated to charity events 238 Awards and achievements EditMain article List of awards and nominations received by G Dragon See also List of awards and nominations received by Big Bang G Dragon has won seven Mnet Asian Music Awards six Melon Music Awards four Style Icon Awards two Korean Music Awards two Golden Disc Awards two MBC Entertainment Awards among several other awards In 2013 at the Mnet Asian Music Awards G Dragon won the Daesang award for Artist of the Year becoming the first and only Korean soloist as of now to win the award 6 In 2008 G Dragon was honored with the award for Most Influential Men of the Year sponsored by Arena magazine 239 and in 2013 he was awarded the Style Icon of the Year award at the Style Icon Asia being the first solo singer to win the award undivided 240 He was chosen by GQ Korea as their Man of the Year in 2015 187 Additionally G Dragon was honored at the 2016 Pop Culture amp Arts Awards held by the Korean Ministry of Culture Sports and Tourism being recognized for his influence and success in music and fashion 241 Legacy EditDescribed as a genius singer songwriter by The Korea Times 35 G Dragon s role in producing many of Big Bang s materials so early in their career was considered unusual at the time as most K pop bands are manufactured instead of self produced 242 His involvement has shaped how new idol groups interact with their music with The Korea Times acknowledging that his unprecedented popularity and recognition has inspired many young idol wannabes to become singer songwriters 243 Artists that have cited his work as an influence include Zico 244 Be O 245 Got7 s BamBam 246 BTS s Jungkook 247 Astro s Rocky 248 Seventeen s S Coups 249 Jaden Smith 250 Younha 251 One 252 Lee Seung hwan 253 Kim Eana 254 DinDin 255 and Grimes who states that K pop in particular G Dragon has influenced her musical style more visually than anything else 256 257 Mix Nine s winner Woo Jin young stated that G Dragon s This Love inspired him to be a rapper 258 His music has gained appreciation from critics The song One of a Kind is listed in Korean music critic Kim Bong hyun s book of most influential Korean hip hop songs from 1989 to 2016 naming it one of the 28 tracks that shaped the genre 259 It was also the only song by a solo artist to be included in The Dong a Ilbo s 2016 list of the best male idol songs in the past 20 years 260 Meanwhile Spin named Crayon the best K pop single of 2012 with David Bevan commenting that the track almost felt too big for the occasion too brash to have come from the leader of a boy band 261 In 2013 Crooked was voted as MTV Iggy s Song of the Year with the website commenting that G Dragon made a big splash in the world of K pop and beyond with his solo album Coup d Etat Crooked from that album was the endlessly playable sound of him breaking big 262 In 2008 G Dragon became the youngest person to be listed on The 10 Greatest Korean Composers at the age of 20 263 The Korea Music Copyright Association currently lists over 180 songs under G Dragon s name 264 In 2015 G Dragon s annual earnings from song royalties was estimated to be over 700 000 a year 265 He was the highest paid touring singer songwriter in Korea earning the most from songwriting royalties in 2012 266 In 2018 he tied with YG Entertainment producer Teddy Park for the most earned royalties for lyrics writing and song composition within the field of popular music from the Korean Music Copyright Association 267 They both received Daesang awards for it making G Dragon the first and only idol as of now to receive this type of award 268 G Dragon was highlighted as one of the 50 Reasons Why Seoul is the Best City by CNN in 2011 269 and topped the list of the Most Influential Entities of K Pop by Ilgan Sports in 2013 67 That same year collaborator Diplo declared that G Dragon is a phenom he s bigger than the K pop scene 270 The rapper has made Forbes Korea s list of Korea 2030 Power Leaders for three consecutive years most recently in 2014 271 In 2018 35 executives from 35 companies in the South Korean music industry chose G Dragon as the best soloist in Korea 272 while ABS CBN lists him as their favorite K pop idol leader citing his creativity dedication and hard work 273 That same year The Guardian ranked G Dragon No 11 on their list of 30 Best Boyband Members becoming only one of two Korean artists to be listed 274 G Dragon has been called the King of K Pop by various media publications including Rolling Stone Dazed and Vogue 4 5 178 His artistry multi hyphenate career popularity and level of influence have drawn comparisons to American singer Michael Jackson by Billboard 275 Vogue 178 and i D who hailed him as the millennial Michael Jackson 11 Despite his success as a solo artist and leader of Big Bang G Dragon has admitted that he didn t realize how famous he was until he went on Big Bang s first world tour 123 Personal life EditG Dragon enrolled at Kyung Hee University in 2008 to study post modern music He later dropped out due to his busy schedule and instead majored in Leisure Sports Studies at Gukje Cyber University obtaining a Bachelor s degree in 2013 G Dragon graduated in 2016 with a Master s degree in content and retail distribution at Sejong University Plans for a doctoral degree were delayed to accommodate his military enlistment 276 In 2018 The Gazette Review estimated that G Dragon s net worth is US 40 million 277 According to Cosmopolitan Philippines the rapper is one of the most followed K pop idols on Instagram with over 21 2 million followers as of July 2022 278 G Dragon began mandatory military service on February 27 2018 After his basic training at South Korea s 3rd Infantry White Skeleton Division in Cheorwon Gangwon Province he was assigned as a regular soldier 3 000 VIP Big Bang fans awaited G Dragon s return from his military service at the headquarters of South Korean 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