G-DRAGON is making waves in both domestic and international music scenes with the release of his third studio album, ‘Übermensch’, after 11 years and 5 months. The album, released on February 25, quickly climbed the charts of major music platforms like Melon, Genie, and Bugs, receiving an enthusiastic response.
The title track, ‘TOO BAD (feat. Anderson .Paak)’, claimed the top spot on major domestic charts right after its release, and within a day, it also reached number 1 on Melon and Bugs’ daily charts, once again proving G-DRAGON’s overwhelming presence. Furthermore, various tracks such as ‘HOME SWEET HOME’, ‘DRAMA’, ‘PO￦ER’, and ‘TAKE ME’ consistently ranked high on both real-time and daily charts, with every track from the album achieving impressive chart performances.
The music videos also gained rapid popularity. ‘TOO BAD’ surpassed 5.5 million views within 24 hours, claiming the number 1 spot on YouTube’s trending videos, while ‘DRAMA’ exceeded 3.7 million views, ranking 2nd. Both music videos quickly drew explosive reactions, capturing the attention of not only fans but also the general public.
Not only was the album successful domestically, but it is also quickly gaining traction internationally. The album reached number 1 on the iTunes Worldwide Albums chart and number 7 on the Apple Music Worldwide Albums chart, receiving love from global fans. Additionally, ‘TOO BAD’ reached 2nd place and ‘DRAMA’ ranked 3rd on the U.S. YouTube trending videos, further reinforcing G-DRAGON’s global influence.
On the first day of its release, the album sold over 620,000 copies, topping the Hanteo daily album chart. G-DRAGON has proven once again that he remains a dominant figure in K-POP, drawing attention from music fans worldwide with his new musical style.
The album features various tracks such as the title track ‘TOO BAD’, the emotionally delicate ‘DRAMA’, and the powerful, trendy ‘PO￦ER’. Notably, ‘IBELONGIIU’ features a collaboration with the renowned producer Boys Noize, offering an innovative sound, while ‘TAKE ME’ includes an impressive guitar solo by Nile Rodgers, whose distinctive guitar playing adds depth to the track.
With this album, G-DRAGON showcases his evolved musical abilities and solidifies his position as a true K-POP icon. The stage for the title track ‘TOO BAD (feat. Anderson .Paak)’ will be first revealed on Mnet’s ‘M Countdown’ on February 27, sparking even more excitement.
Source: @xxxibgdrgn (G-DRAGON Official Instagram) link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DGfhEOjv-r4/
Author mungi South Korea
