G-Dragon's Triumphant Return with 'POWER' Captivates Global Audience

G-Dragon has taken the world by storm with his latest solo release, 'POWER,' marking his return after 7 years and 4 months. The track, released on the 31st of last month, is making waves globally, particularly in China.

The song 'POWER' features an addictive beat combined with G-Dragon's witty yet intense rap, showcasing the allure of hip-hop. His unique swag and captivating performance have mesmerized audiences worldwide.

From November 4th to 10th, 'POWER' lit up the billboards in New York's Times Square, capturing the attention of passersby. Simultaneously, outdoor advertisements in Los Angeles, the UK, China, and other locations announced his comeback, decorating streets worldwide.

According to China's largest music streaming platform, QQ Music, 'POWER' achieved a record-breaking 600,000 downloads by November 11th, just nine days after its release, setting a new milestone for K-pop artists. On YouTube Music Korea, the song amassed 12.2 million weekly streams, breaking the record for the most weekly streams by a male K-pop solo artist, marking the legendary return of G-Dragon.

G-Dragon's comeback has been widely covered by major international media outlets. The UK's music magazine NME praised the release, stating, "'POWER' reveals the essence of music. It signifies the beginning of a new era and inspires listeners."

Additionally, prominent publications such as Billboard and Rolling Stone in the US, Kstyle in Japan, Koreanzone in France, Yahoo Finanzen in Germany, Europa Press in Spain, UOL in Brazil, El Trendy Top in Mexico, Asia One in Singapore, HighEnd Magazine in Indonesia, and ABS-CBN News in the Philippines have all reported on G-Dragon's return.

Meanwhile, G-Dragon is set to perform at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS on the 23rd. He has also teased a new album on his social media, drawing further attention.

Choi Ji-ye, Ten Asia Reporter, wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr