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        Even G-Dragons Have Birthdays

        by Nicole August 18, 2017
        Kwon Ji-yong, known as G-Dragon.
        G-Dragon during his 2017 world tour,

        Happy Birthday Kwon Ji-yong!

        Fans of K-Pop will know G-Dragon, opens a new window as the breakout megastar of Korea's superstar boy band Big Bang, opens a new window. Born August 18, 1988, Korea's biggest pop star will turn 29 this month, marking a new era of a life lived in the limelight.

        Currently appearing in this second world tour, Act III: M.O.T.T.E, opens a new window, is expected to be largest tour ever conducted by a Korean solo artist.

        “Who am I?”

        After the unprecedented success of Big Bang, G-Dragon debuted as a solo artist in 2009. During his current word tour, we see the chameleon-like persona of G-Dragon settling into the older, more mature and introspective Kwon Ji-yong. Asking his audience "Who am I?" G-Dragon seems to be on the cusp of a new persona.

        Who indeed? In addition be being Korea's biggest pop star, G-Dragon is also a trendsetter in the world of style. Known for his androgynous appearance and genderless fashion, G-Dragon's contributions have impacted the culture, creating a transcendent aesthetic.

        An example of D-Dragon's evolving persona.

        K-Pop at the Library

        The Library offers a wide range of K-Pop music you can check out. Some popular albums are Lion Heart and Exodus.

        Looking Forward

        As an artist who constantly transforms himself, we can all look forward to G-Dragon's next persona.

        Which is your favorite?

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