G-Dragon Speaks On Drug Accusations And Life Shifts

G-Dragon speak up about false drug charges as a victim.
His voice changed after military service.
He felt a deep frustration and helplessness.

G-Dragon is finally opening up, and it's a story of profound personal turmoil and transformation. In a recent and deeply candid appearance, the global K-pop icon chose to speak his truth, revealing the intense emotional fallout he experienced after being embroiled in a drug scandal. 

But beyond the pain of that period, he also shared a surprising and permanent change that has reshaped his very identity as an artist. Let's dive into the heartfelt confessions from his interview on MBC's Son Suk Hee's Questions.

The Weight of False Drug Accusations

The incident in question, which unfolded about a year ago during the initial stages of his album creation, was a dark time for G-Dragon. Despite being falsely accused and ultimately proven to have not used drugs, the experience left deep psychological scars. 

G-Dragon confessed to feeling an overwhelming sense of pressure and helplessness, primarily because he felt there was no avenue for him to defend himself or express his true feelings. The artist, who was clearly the victim in the situation, found himself cornered by the public narrative. He laid bare his emotions with the poignant statement. 

"I was a victim, but I had nowhere to speak. I felt empty and helpless," G-Dragon revealed. 

This sense of isolation was compounded by the frustrating reality that, even as the wronged party, he felt compelled to remain silent. G-Dragon elaborated on this internal conflict. 

"Even though I felt wronged and didn't want to vent, things just got out of hand," he continued. 

The ordeal cast a shadow over what should have been a restful period, with the artist recalling the mental difficulty of not knowing "how I’m going to spend the two to three months at the end of the year and the beginning of the new year." 

The thought of holding a formal press conference felt disingenuous and uncomfortable to him. 

"I didn't want to hold a press conference and express my position hesitantly, but I felt frustrated that I had to endure it when I thought of it as a painful and difficult process," he honestly confessed. 

The Unmistakable Change in G-Dragon's Voice

Apart from the emotional toll of the scandal, G-Dragon disclosed a significant and unexpected physical change that has occurred in his life which is a fundamental shift in his voice. 

This transformation, he noted, took place after he completed his mandatory military service. For a singer and rapper whose unique vocal tone is an integral part of his artistic signature, this was no small matter. 

"My voice got a little lower (after discharge)," G-Dragon directly addressed the change.

G-Drragon confirmed that his overall vocal tone seems to have shifted since his time in the army. Reflecting on his pre-enlistment days, he provided a point of comparison, explaining that his original voice was "much more sonorous than before, but it became lower in pitch." 

This admission provides a fascinating glimpse into how a significant life experience like military service can leave a permanent mark, even on something as core to an artist as their instrument. This physical change, coupled with his emotional journey, paints a picture of a man who has emerged from a crucible of experience, forever altered.

In conclusion, G-Dragon's revelations go far beyond typical celebrity interview fare. They form a powerful narrative of navigating public scandal without a voice, only to emerge with his literal voice permanently changed. His story is one of resilience, of enduring frustration silently, and of undergoing both personal and physical metamorphosis. Through his new music and these raw disclosures, he is finally reclaiming his narrative, transforming past pain into a source of creative power and demonstrating a hard-won maturity that will undoubtedly shape the next chapter of his legendary career.

Source: MBC's Son Suk Hee's Questions, OSEN, Chosun