On October 31 at 6 PM, G-Dragon released his new digital single “POWER” across various music streaming platforms. “POWER” marks his first solo release in 7 years and 4 months since his mini-album “Kwon Ji-yong” in 2017.
“POWER” features a catchy beat complemented by G-Dragon’s distinctive intense rap. The lyrics, which are both direct and ambiguous, particularly stand out. They seem to satirize the controversy surrounding drug allegations he faced last year. At that time, G-Dragon underwent a drug screening and tests on his hair, nails, and other samples, all of which returned negative results, proving his innocence.
“Now I got the power, The power power up power power
The power up power power yet, yet
억까 짤 퍼다 샬라샬라하다가 shout out
Pump up the power 난 자유로워 yap, yap
Do not waste your time yea it’s gotta be me
Prove ’em all wrong I’ve got all the receipts
I got the power the power power up power
나는 나다워서 아름다워 yep, yepKids are saying I’m a big deal
Shut up those attention seekers in the comments
The second generation limited edition is the masterpiece of the century
(Like a Dragon fly) A place to lie is an inventionHi-Hey-How you doin’ My-my name is (Called)
G to the D or ‘GOAT’ the living legend
King is still poppin’ (star) ‘K’- again
I heard you’ve got the straight flush (Whatever) “He’s 4ever royal.”I don’t give a sh*t, laugh it off, ‘money’ donated ‘hundred’ million
Abuse of power questioned, genius of tolerance, irresistible
Way too strong I’ve got that”– POWER (G-Dragon)
Prior to the official release, G-Dragon unexpectedly showcased his new song “POWER” during a personal live broadcast on social media. He appeared in a space resembling a recording booth, showcasing playful movements to match the song’s lyrics. His expressive performance in the music video also highlights his ability to exude charm. He navigated various spaces, including newsrooms and TV screens, asserting his presence. Additionally, he demonstrated his impressive dance skills alongside dancers, raising expectations for his performance.
Earlier, on October 30, G-Dragon posted a mysterious video on the official fan SNS that appeared to show the filming location.
The video began with a loading screen seen in previous teasers, which then transitioned to a laptop screen filled with significant icons, creating a sense of tension. When he clicked a red button labeled “ON” on the laptop screen, a short piece of music played, capturing glimpses of what seemed to be the set being filmed, heightening curiosity.
In particular, it was revealed that the song that played upon clicking the icons is G-Dragon’s new track, which was teased in the trailer for “You Quiz on the Block,” increasing anticipation for his comeback countdown. Fans reacted enthusiastically, posting comments like “Is it today?”, “Looks like a music video set,” “My heart is racing,” and “I’ve been waiting for this day.”
Moreover, G-Dragon had previously hinted at his imminent return by unveiling the silhouette in the third teaser content. With the broadcast of “You Quiz on the Block” today, attention is focused on whether G-Dragon will mention the release of his new song and his comeback timing.
Meanwhile, the episode featuring G-Dragon on tvN’s “You Quiz on the Block” will air at 8:45 PM (KST) on October 30. Additionally, he is scheduled to perform at the 2024 MAMA Awards on November 23.
Source: Wikitree
