https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv The Star Image of G-Dragon(Kwon Ji-yong) en-us 2022-10-27 16:44:14 UTC 2025-10-30 12:01:10 UTC hello@padlet.com 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2374794894 Born in 1988, G-DRAGON (hereinafter referred to as GD) has been interested in hip-hop music since he was a child and was hooked on the American hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan. He started his career in the sixth grade when he was selected and became a trainee for the Korean entertainment company YG.]]> 2022-11-08 11:03:37 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2374794894 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2374958550 On 19 August 2006, GD debuted as a member and leader of the Korean entertainment company YG's male singing group bigbang. In the second year of their debut, BIGBANG released their first mini album "Always". The lead single "Lie", which was composed by GD himself, took Korea by storm with its powerful rhythm and rebellious hip-hop style, and reached number one on the Korean music show Inkigayo.]]> 2022-11-08 13:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2374958550 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2375002144 In November of the same year, the song "Last Farewell", written and composed by GD, propelled BIGBANG to the top of the Korean mainstream music charts for eight consecutive weeks.]]> 2022-11-08 13:37:10 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2375002144 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2375160308 After 'Lie' and 'Last Farewell', the song 'Haru Haru' brought unprecedented success to the group. These three songs with very different styles became the signature of GD's early work, making him regarded as a talented composer.]]> 2022-11-08 15:05:27 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2375160308 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2375171856 Billboard rated the song as the pinnacle of BIGBANG's artistry to date.]]> 2022-11-08 15:11:32 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2375171856 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2375341890 Heartbreaker, GD's first solo album released in 2009, was the beginning of his image transformation in front of the audience. In the MV, he dyed his hair blonde, put on smokey eyes, and wore a women's red jacket and lace top, showing off his personality and unrestrainedness while initially showing off his feminine beauty.]]> 2022-11-08 16:47:31 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2375341890 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378294973 It was his first time on Vogue Korea and it sparked a lot of controversy. In the photo he is wearing heavy eye make-up, a dress and high heels. These were considered to be "feminine features"]]> 2022-11-10 09:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378294973 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378375471 Compared to the mv, GD shows sexual innuendo and heterosexuality more directly through his collaboration with female dancers. At this point, he is more characterised by male hegemony.]]> 2022-11-10 10:23:46 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378375471 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378400985 2022-11-10 10:41:58 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378400985 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378687962 He was favoured by CHANEL's Artistic Director Karl Lagerfeld due to his androgynous dressing style and behaviour, and in 2015, he was the only Asian invitee to attend Chanel's F/W Haute Couture show. Since then, he has been frequently invited to attend various fashion shows. Fashion has become his new image.]]> 2022-11-10 14:14:07 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378687962 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378778350 In 2016, GD's personal fashion brand PEACEMINUSONE was officially launched, releasing a series of simple black and white based hats, T-shirts, hoodies and other items. Further confirming GD's identity as a fashionista.]]> 2022-11-10 15:02:48 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2378778350 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379240142 This music video is different from others in that it can be seen as a work done by fans and GD together. The fans are holding lightsticks and surrounding GD with cameras and screams. They showed an almost crazy fascination for GD.]]> 2022-11-10 20:14:17 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379240142 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379259772 This short video shows fans re-cutting clips from GD's concerts and posting them on TikTok to gain more attention. They have become "text poachers", promoting GD's star image in this way.]]> 2022-11-10 20:32:03 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379259772 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379699840 2022-11-11 04:18:59 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379699840 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379703778 2022-11-11 04:24:02 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379703778 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379740772 By the way, this lightsticks was designed by GD and is the first special looking one in the history of K-Pop. It was designed as a crown to herald the significance of a king. Usually, fans wave the lightsticks at concerts to create a sea of light and thus support their idols. This is enough to be seen as a representation of GD being called heartthrob]]> 2022-11-11 05:09:33 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379740772 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379769451 This report shows that the Nike co-branded shoes created by GD himself sold out as soon as they were launched worldwide. This demonstrates to a large extent the economic impact of celebrity on the brand. This appeal further confirms the image of GD heartthrob and his status as a fashionista.]]> 2022-11-11 05:44:47 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379769451 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379771811 2022-11-11 05:47:29 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379771811 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379798361 Long hair, jewellery and clothing, backless ......GD has similarly shown feminine beauty and sensuality on several subsequent covers.]]> 2022-11-11 06:19:07 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379798361 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379821709 Not only does he appear to do so in magazines, but these photos also show that GD seems to prefer women's clothing in private. As a result, people often question his gender perception and sexual orientation.]]> 2022-11-11 06:49:39 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379821709 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379829199 Nevertheless, this article, after a series of content analyses of GD, suggests that he is not only feminine, but that he also retains his masculinity, thus achieving a state of androgynous balance. This has been described as a hybrid masculinities unique to K-Pop idols.]]> 2022-11-11 06:58:31 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379829199 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379841799 The song 'BAE BAE', written and composed by GD, is full of sex symbols of male and female promiscuity. It reflects the fact that his perception of gender is diverse and queer, not just judging him as gay or straight.]]> 2022-11-11 07:13:58 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379841799 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379849190 2022-11-11 07:22:35 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379849190 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379850420 2022-11-11 07:24:04 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379850420 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379851755 2022-11-11 07:25:37 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379851755 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379859716 2022-11-11 07:35:05 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379859716 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379883054 In 2020, GD collaborated with Nike to release the first pair of co-branded sneakers, which he designed and painted himself. This promotional video showcased GD's design inspiration and philosophy, conveying his fresh take on fashion and art. The feedback from the public has been overwhelming (see above).]]> 2022-11-11 08:00:29 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379883054 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379888433 2022-11-11 08:06:47 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379888433 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379894760 Nowadays, small daisy elements are often found on GD's fashion items and clothes, a symbol of his fashion and art.]]> 2022-11-11 08:13:03 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379894760 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379901943 In this documentary, GD gives viewers a glimpse of himself behind the scenes. He mentions that fashion and graffiti are just his hobbies, a different side of himself from his stage performances. In fact, despite GD's emphasis on "being himself" and "authenticity", fans still cannot know everything about their idol]]> 2022-11-11 08:20:26 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379901943 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379915944 2022-11-11 08:35:31 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379915944 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379916958 2022-11-11 08:36:47 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379916958 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379917350 2022-11-11 08:37:15 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379917350 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379926668 By browsing through GD's instagram, it is easy to see that the social platform has become a space for him to share his fashion and artistic creations. He tries to construct an image of fashion and art to people.]]> 2022-11-11 08:46:59 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379926668 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379947931 The new single 'Still Life' released this year has 75.4 million views on YouTube so far, which shows that BIGBANG is still doing very well, although his style has gradually shifted from hip-hop fast tempo to soothing R&B.]]> 2022-11-11 09:11:43 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379947931 201601196_UOL https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379951240 2022-11-11 09:15:39 UTC https://padlet.com/201601196_UOL/qg6824azhriv94bv/wish/2379951240