A debate is unfolding regarding G-Dragon's stage at the ‘2024 SBS Gayo Daejeon’. Some netizens have expressed opinions that G-Dragon's live performance was unstable, while others have pointed out sound issues.
G-Dragon graced the ending stage of the ‘2024 SBS Gayo Daejeon’ held on the afternoon of the 25th at Inspire Arena in Incheon, Yeongjongdo. This marked his return to the ‘Gayo Daejeon’ stage after 8 years and was his first major performance in front of domestic fans since the ‘2024 MAMA Awards’ held recently in Osaka, Japan.
On this day, G-Dragon appeared in a Santa Claus outfit, matching a red suit with ribbon shoes, and lifted the atmosphere with his new song ‘POWER’. During the subsequent performances of ‘Manjeongsin’ and ‘Crooked’, he showcased a unique performance while wielding his trademark stand microphone across the vast stage.
However, immediately after G-Dragon's performance, some netizens criticized his unstable live skills. G-Dragon performed with a combination of live vocals and AR sound sources, and there were opinions that his throat-scratching singing style and selective live performance were disappointing.
On the other hand, some netizens defended G-Dragon, stating that the situation arose due to sound issues at the ‘2024 SBS Gayo Daejeon’.
In fact, as soon as G-Dragon took the stage, he was seen repeatedly putting in and taking out his in-ear monitors, and during the performance, his mouth appeared to say “It’s not coming out,” which was captured on screen. Additionally, during the ending, while G-Dragon lay on the stage looking at the camera, other singers were seen coming up, leading to opinions that the audience could not fully enjoy the lingering moments.
Since debuting as a member of Big Bang in 2006, G-Dragon has been loved for numerous hit songs such as ‘Lie’, ‘Haru Haru’, ‘Fantastic Baby’, ‘Loser’, ‘Bebe’, ‘Era of Uncertainty’, and ‘Spring Summer Fall Winter’. As a solo artist, he has also showcased his unique presence with many hit songs including ‘Heartbreaker’, ‘That XX’, ‘Crayon’, ‘Crooked’, and ‘Untitled’.
Given the public's great interest in G-Dragon, every stage performance draws significant attention. G-Dragon demonstrated his enduring power by ranking first in the ‘My Santa Claus’ voting event held alongside the Gayo Daejeon. Fans are keenly watching how he will present himself in his next performance.
[Lee Da-kyum, Star Today Reporter]
