He's not just the frontman of BIGBANG; Kwon Ji Young, better known as G-Dragon, is the mastermind behind some of K-pop’s most iconic lyrics. A trailblazer in the industry, G-Dragon made history as the first K-pop idol to gain full membership in the Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)—showing his incredible songwriting prowess.
From BIGBANG's chart-topping hits to his introspective solo tracks, GD has a way of wrapping complex emotions and sharp social commentary into catchy, minimalist verses that resonate with fans worldwide. It's this lyrical brilliance that firmly places him among K-pop’s greatest musical geniuses.
Let’s dive into some of G-Dragon's most unforgettable lyrics from his solo discography.
1. “YES SIR, I’M ONE OF A KIND” – [ONE OF A KIND]
2. “IF TIME IS MONEY, I’M SO POOR” – [COUP D’ETAT]
3. “HOPE IS THE PARENT OF DISAPPOINTMENT AND DESPAIR” – [BLACK]
4. “THE MAIN CHARACTERS OF THE MOVIE CALLED THIS WORLD IS YOU AND ME” – [CROOKED]
5. “THE WORDS, ‘LET’S BE TOGETHER FOREVER’ WERE ONLY A MOMENT’S SWEETNESS” – [HEARTBREAKER]
6. “I’M NOT THE PROBLEM, I’M THE ANSWER TO THE PROBLEM” – [DIVINA COMMEDIA]
7. “MY HEART IS JUST LIKE THE FIRST TIME BUT NOW IT’S FILLED WITH SCARS BECAUSE OF YOU” – [WITHOUT YOU]
8. “AT NIGHT, THE TV BECOMES MY ONLY FRIEND, AND WHEN THE MORNING SUN RISES, THAT’S WHEN I FALL ASLEEP” – [MISSING YOU]
9. “CELEBRITIES ALL LIVE A COMFORTABLE LIFE, BE IN THEIR SHOES FOR A DAY, YOU’LL REALIZE WHAT YOU SEE ISN’T EVERYTHING” – [A BOY]
10. “UNLIKE MY HEART, THE WEATHER IS SO DAMN NICE” – [CROOKED]
11. “PLEASE, EVEN JUST ONCE, IF I COULD SEE YOU AGAIN, IT WOULD BE OKAY EVEN IF I LOST MY EVERYTHING” – [Untitled, 2014]
12. “EVEN THOUGH I’M NOW LIVING LIKE THE PEOPE I USED TO SEE ON TV, I’M SAD FOR SOME REASON” – [SUPERSTAR]
13. “PEACE MINUS ONE, EVERYONE MIDDLE FINGERS-UP” – [MIDDLE FINGERS-UP]
14. “WHY DO THEY SAY LIFE IS A COMEDY? BECAUSE WE LAUGH AND CRY?” – [DIVINA COMMEDIA]
15. “YOU CAN BE ANYBODY, IF YOU DREAM, YOU CAN DO ANYTHING” – [YOU DO]
G-Dragon’s lyrics touch the hearts and minds of the listeners, offering deep insights into his psyche, reflecting on love, heartbreak, fame, rebellion, and self-identity. Share with us your favorite quotes from his songs.