Every Chanel show I've been to is very conceptual. Even down to the music and smells, the whole thing is connected.
— G-Dragon
Stage outfits are loud, outspoken, glamorous, fancy, and very different from normal day-to-day clothing. Therefore, by its nature, it is experimental.
Unfortunately, in Korea, I feel like some people are just seeing the dollar signs and sending out artists into the foreign markets who aren't fully prepared.
I'm not sure if they do this in the States, but in Korea, until high school, on your graduation diploma there's a line that states your future goal. Kids write 'president' or 'astronaut,' or whatever. I always wrote 'singer.'
I started out as a child actor. Back then, I didn't have a manager or company, and I couldn't even dream of having a stylist. My mom made and bought the clothes I would wear. I think that was probably when I first got into fashion.
I'm the type of person who commits to the fullest to whatever I'm doing.
If you look at the brands that I like, there are brands I like because of the clothes; then, there are brands I like because of their attitude and mentality.
I earned the opportunity to stand on stage with many senior artists at YG, and naturally, I gained stage experience.
The most important thing is knowing what you are good at.
We believe that anything and everything is possible, regardless if it's a domestic or international project.
The sights you can find here in Paris are second to none.
When I was younger, Big Bang didn't go on many variety programs, so we used to try and plan many fun events for our concert, like drama parodies, which Korean fans enjoyed.
I think Taeyang developed this image as a dancing singer, mostly because of records like 'Only Look At Me,' and 'Where U At.' To me, personally, I think Taeyang tried to make a change on 'I Need a Girl.' It gets a little mellower.
My mom is in charge of my earnings.
When I don't look cool enough or when I cannot make good music anymore, I will retire.
Whether it's music or fashion, the older I get, I realize what's comfortable lasts longer.
I study my fans all the time, and what I learn from them will definitely be reflected in my future work.
When I wear Chanel, I feel like I'm not just wearing clothes: I'm wearing Chanel.
Don't be afraid. There is no right answer in fashion.
When I create a song, I immediately think about what I'm going to wear when I perform that song. I think about the music video treatment and about how I'm going to look on stage when I perform the record. The connection is so obvious that it's a single package. An outfit, to me, is almost a tool to express the music.
European style is classic, with its own color, and to me, it always feels chic.
I want to have freedom with everything I do.
I have to say I really was surprised on my first world tour. It was amazing to see what we've always dreamed of, right before our eyes.
It doesn't matter what kind of clothes you put on: if you're a stylish individual, you're going to preserve that.
Musical success depends on how much you enjoy it and how much you are willing to put in. Luck must follow, too.
I will keep - try - to be, like, on a new level every day.
I think the confidence that I have right now is something that was created by the fans who love me.
I now know that inspirations must come from everywhere.
I hope that, even when I'm simply just Kwon Ji-yong, I can be someone who still shines even without all these 'flashy' costumes on.
Stony Skunk, when they were with our company, had a song which I personally like called 'Red Light District.'
I love listening to people talking about their love, and it always gives me great energy.
When you have a girlfriend, there are many things that are irritating every day, every night. I'm sure it's different for everyone, but when you fight, it gets really annoying.
I've come to realize ways of making music without being excessive.
Before I was physically there in different countries to meet my fans in person, I didn't really realize how famous I was.
I often enjoy wearing loud and outspoken clothing on stage, so off it, I usually wear loose-fitting vintage shirts, jeans, or track suits I've had forever. I just add styling to those pieces.
There are times even I am a bit embarrassed by my look.
Overall, Korean pop serves as the foundation of my musical upbringing. As a result, the melodies that I create just exude that type of vibe.
Interestingly, when I look at pictures of me when I was five or six years old, I think I look pretty stylish.
I am usually positive and optimistic. If I get stressed or some results are not so good, I let it go by thinking, 'Oh well, it can be better next time.' I don't worry a lot, and I'm not too serious about anything.
I have a very small physique, so it's a little hard to find suits that really fit me well. I have to wear sizes that are really skinny.
Because I love shopping, my house is overflowing with clothes. Most of them were bought by myself.
You have to believe in yourself, challenge yourself, and push yourself until the very end; that's the only way you'll succeed.
I always think today is better than yesterday, and tomorrow is better than today.
In order to keep my creativity alive, I just try to enjoy life to the fullest.
I would only create clothes myself if I felt I could do something really different - create a new style subculture for my generation - and that is very ambitious.
I'm not even sure who I really am sometimes.
'Storm' was the first song I did as a member of YG. The record gave me a lot of pressure. I didn't think I was prepared at the time.
I stand on stage hoping to give good energy to the audience, but if I cannot give good energy anymore, I will have to leave right away.
I want to continuously instigate, whatever it may be.
I just try to look good always.
