G-Dragon returns with single 'Power' after long hiatus
Fans of the iconic K-pop group BIGBANG are buzzing with excitement as G-Dragon makes a stunning return with a new single after a seven-year hiatus.
As October wraps up, the K-pop king dropped his highly anticipated song, "Power." The track quickly captivated listeners with its infectious hip-hop beats and G-Dragon's signature addictive rapping. The catchy chorus, featuring the repeated lyrics "I got the power, the power, power, up power" has already embedded itself in fans' minds, creating an irresistible anthem.
The music video adds to the fun, showcasing a vibrant mix of retro and colorful visuals. It kicked off with G-Dragon sitting beside a hot-wheels-inspired car surrounded by fake grass and flowers. As the video unfolds, viewers were treated to an array of playful props, including a giant television screen, a photo booth, and even a train setting. G-Dragon's fashion choices shine just as brightly, with bold colors and on-trend styles that perfectly complement the lively vibe.
As of writing, the music video has garnered nearly 130,000 likes on YouTube, reflecting its warm reception. Fans are also taking to social media, with hashtags like #GDRAGON_POWER, #POWER_MV_OUT_NOW, and #GDragonPower (in Hangul) trending on X (formerly Twitter).
"Power" marks G-Dragon's highly anticipated comeback after a seven-year hiatus. This single is especially significant as it's part of his new partnership with Galaxy Corporation and EMPIRE, a major independent record label that features artists like Shaboozey.
In a statement, G-Dragon shared that the new single “manifests the essence of music.” He expressed, “I express myself through music. This marks the beginning of a new era and I hope to inspire people who listen to my music.”
In addition to his musical return, the K-pop king is set to grace the stage at the upcoming MAMA Awards in Japan on November 23. This will be his first performance in nearly a decade at the prestigious K-pop awards show. Earlier this month, Billboard reported that Tencent Music Entertainment Group has partnered with Galaxy Corporation for his upcoming tour, further fueling excitement among fans.
Meanwhile, check out other celebrities who returned to the K-pop stage after a long hiatus here:
LIA
Fans rejoiced to see ITZY's vocal member LIA return to the group after a long hiatus due to health issues. The much-awaited member revealed her return in one of the group's vlogs which surprised fans globally. ITZY will officially return this October 15 as a complete group with a brand new album, Gold.
Ahyeon
Fans of BABYMONSTER kicked off 2024 with excitement as YG Entertainment released a "surprise announcement" video, revealing that Ahyeon would be rejoining the group. The K-pop star had been on hiatus due to health issues, which caused her to miss the group's debut. With her return, the group recorded a seven-member version of their songs “BATTER UP” and “Stuck In the Middle.”
Renjun
NCT Dream's Renjun has finally made an official announcement to soon resume his group activities and schedule. Renjun took a break last April due to health concerns. SM Entertainment announced his return, "After discussions and considering Renjun's eagerness to return as well as the medical team's advice, we announce that he can safely resume activities. He will officially return following this announcement."
ONEW
After a long hiatus due to health issues since June 2023, SHINee's leader Onew returned to start a new chapter in his solo career. Last April 2024, the K-pop star teased his comeback on Instagram which sparked delight among fans. On the same day, GRIFFIN Entertainment announced that the company had signed an exclusive contract with Onew and expressed its full support for the K-pop superstar's fresh start.
G-Dragon
Fans of the well-known group BIGBANG couldn't hide their excitement when they learned G-Dragon will be back from his years of hiatus. Last April 16, Galaxy Corporation officially announced his awaited comeback with a new solo album on its way.
Samuel Kim
Singer Samuel Kim also made a surprise announcement to fans this year as he returned to the industry after almost six years on hiatus. The soloist took a break when he filed a lawsuit against Brave Entertainment over contract disputes in 2019. That was the same year he lost his father. Samuel then retreated into himself for a couple of years until he won the lawsuit against his former agency in 2021. In 2022, he began to inch his way back into the public eye by hosting the Arirang Radio program Radio N' Us.
Suhyeon
This year's April month proved lucky in the K-pop industry as many artists officially declared their return from hiatus. One of them was Billie's member Suhyeon who took a break for a while due to health concerns. During her hiatus along with Moon Sua, Billie carried out their group activities with only the five remaining members. But after the long wait, the group finally reunited during a friendly dinner.
Moon Sua
Alongside Suhyeon, the other half of the Moon siblings Moon Sua also took a break from Billie's hectic schedule. In addition to health reasons, the emotional toll of her brother Moonbin's passing significantly impacted her and contributed to her hiatus. As the months passed, Mystic Story (their agency) happily announced her return alongside Suhyeon. Their first video featured the full group enjoying an intimate meal together, catching up, and goofing around.
Cheon Jun Hyeok
TNX (THE NEW SIX)'s Cheon Jun Hyeok greeted the early quarter of 2024 with exciting news as he officially announced his return after a long hiatus. Jun Hyeok had been on break since January 2023 due to anxiety and other health-related issues. He revealed his comeback alongside TNX's announcement of a new digital single in March, followed by a mini album in May.
SISTAR19
SISTAR sub-unit group SISTAR19, featuring singers Bora and Hyolyn, broke their 11-year hiatus with a brand-new digital release titled "No More (My Boy)." This marked their first comeback since their debut with the smash hit “Ma Boy” in 2011 and their 2013 single “Gone Not Around Any Longer.” Fans were thrilled to see the duo return after so many years.
Jeongyeon
Fans of TWICE celebrated Jeongyeon's return after a lengthy hiatus from her career. The K-pop star had stepped back due to complications from a neck injury, undergoing herniated disc surgery in 2020. Her break was further extended for health reasons, with JYP Entertainment citing “panic and psychological anxiety.” During her return at a TWICE concert, Jeongyeon was visibly emotional, expressing her joy at being back on stage.
