[OSEN=최나영 기자] YG Entertainment CEO YANG HYUN SUK talks about his expectations for BOBBY and iKON.
For the first time ever, YANG HYUN SUK talked publicly about BOBBY’s solo debut album, which will be released today on September 14.
BOBBY’s solo debut album “LOVE AND FALL” will be released at 6 PM today. It’s been three years since BOBBY debuted as a member of iKON, and the solo album conveys BOBBY’s real story. At the press conference, BOBBY said, “I’ve been sending new songs to Mr. Yang continuously, and that’s why I was able to release a regular album.”
In response to what BOBBY said, YANG HYUN SUK smiled and commented, “He only says that because he is humble.” He went on to say, “If YG artists get to release an album just because they sent me many songs, people wouldn’t talk about YG’s jewel box.” This shows that BOBBY was able to release an album because his music is great, and there is no other reason.
“l listened to all the songs in BOBBY’s album more than 100 times when I was helping him make his solo album”, demonstrating how much effort he has put in BOBBY’s new album. He went on to say, “Personally, I think all the songs are fresh and great. It’s a great album. It was like watching a drama seeing BOBBY change and grow as he ages. BOBBY’s solo debut album is like an interesting and fun page in the book of BOBBY.”
YANG HYUN SUK added, “The most interesting part of BOBBY’s solo album is that the music is totally different from his music in Show Me The Money and as an iKON member. He proved his potential as a rapper on Show Me The Money, and the several years he spent as an iKON member was time needed for him to establish his position within the team.”
He praised BOBBY saying, “He released his solo debut album in three years, it’s the first time that an artist in YG released a solo album that has ten tracks since BIGBANG. Most YG male group members can write songs. I’m not saying that this is the right way, but it is true that the groups that can write their own songs become stronger as time goes by because their music improves and grows too as times goes by.”
“Some people think BIGBANG debuted with ‘LIES’, but they are wrong. You get better when you go on stage more. So, writing and releasing as many songs as possible is a good opportunity that does not come by easily. Whether the song succeeds or not depends on the timing.”
He went on to say, “Personally, I think BOBBY’s new album exceeds my expectations. I want to tell him to work harder rather than to praise him”, which show how much he cares for BOBBY.
Lastly, YANG HYUN SUK SAID, “I say this once again, but whether a song succeeds or not is not the most important thing. They are happy because they are doing music that they like. If many people can identify with their music, I’m sure it will make them very happy. It’s like complementing the chef after eating at his restaurant. I want to give a big applause to BOBBY, and check out iKON’s new album which will come out soon.”
[스포츠조선닷컴=정안지 기자] iKON’s BOBBY had a joyous time with his fans in the run up to the release of his solo album.
On September 14, BOBBY did a special countdown show on V Live titled “BOBBY ‘LOVE AND FALL’ COUNTDOWN LIVE” and told the behind stories to his fans.
About releasing a solo album, BOBBY said, “We’ve only got an hour to go. I’m really nervous.”
He went on to say, “Tomorrow is iKON’s 2nd anniversary. We’ll work harder, so stay with us.”
BOBBY also talked about himself to his fans.
His favorite season is early fall, and he is most thankful to the members, YANG HYUN SUK, and the song writers. His biggest charm is his voice.
He also talked about his solo album. He said, “I”ve always been tough and hard, so I felt awkward even when I was taking the pictures. It’s the first time I’m trying to show my softer side, but I think the album turned out well. I hope you like it.”
BOBBY also received questions from his fans.
A fan asked him if the members gave him any advice, and BOBBY said, “JAY is very sharp. He is very honest too. Members gave me a lot of advice. I’m so thankful.”
BOBBY participated in writing the music and lyrics of all the songs in his solo album. He commented,” I write songs, but B.I knows all the distinct characteristics of members’ voices.”
He went on to say, “I have to do a whole three-minute song by myself, so it’s hard. It’s hard to control where to go strong and where to go soft.”
“I want to become an influential person. iKONICS have waited for iKON for a long time now. I get excited whenever fans wave at me. I’m sorry that it’s only my solo album this time and thank you for waiting. “
Lastly, he said, “Please keep on loving us.”
Meanwhile, BOBBY’s solo debut album “LOVE AND FALL” will be released at 6 PM today, and the music videos of the title tracks, “I Love You” and “RUNAWAY”, will be released too.
“Acceptance
There are things I miss
that I shouldn’t,
and those I don’t
that I should.
Sometimes we want
what we couldn't—
sometimes we love
who we could.”
