Jiyong is the vocalist/rapper of the group, alongside T.O.P. He is a widely-accepted and talented songwriter, having won the ‘Songwriter Award’ in 2007 from MKMF. Jiyong has taken on an active role of composing songs for Big Bang, such as their hit song 'Haru Haru'.
He was originally supposed to debut as a child hip-hop artist in hope of gaining fame, popularity, and success like Lil' Bow Wow and Lil' Romeo did in the states. However he was unable to release an album and was limited to only appearing in YG artists’ albums. On January 2001, Jiyong debuted on the album, “Daehanmingook Hip-Hop Flex” as a rapper. He was later recruited with TaeYang (태양) to act in JinuSean’s MV as their minis, which happened on February of the same year.
Afterward he began to train for his planned debut as the hip-hop group, GDYB, with Tae Yang. During his training, he was already featured on songs and appearing in MVs by Perry, Se7en, JinuSean, Masta Wu, Wheesung, YG Family, Gummy, Swi.T, and Lexy. GDYB was allowed to release 2 songs for YG Family’s second album and appear alongside Se7en for the World Cup, but they, unfortunately, were never able to release an album nor debut. In 2004, both Tae Yang and Jiyong were listed as YG’s fresh, new faces and was scheduled that year. However, those plans were quickly cancelled by Hyun Suk, who had planned on forming a 4-6 member group. It wasn't until 2 years later, in 2006 YG Entertainment Inc. stated that Big Bang was finally able to announce their official debut. All the members of Big Bang are G-Dragon, T.O.P, Taeyang, Seungri, and Daesung.
Coup d'état
G-Dragon Lyrics
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The revolution will not be televised
The revolution is in your mind
The revolution is here
This is my coup d'etat
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑
Hand's up, up, get high (high)
노래 시작한다 내가 술래다
꼭꼭 숨어 머리카락 보일라
난 아버님 댁 놓아드린 새 보일러
그래 이건 스포일러 I'm so fly
무서워 'F' 킬라
여자들의 가슴 훔치는 고릴라
Bang bang bang 난 이빨로 돈을 벌어
내 노래 한번에 넌 회사에서 손을 털어
도 돼 이 game 에 난 타 to the 짜
너는 사 to the 짜 절대 모르니까 fame
This is my coup d'etat (oh)
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑
Hand's up, up, get high (high)
노래 시작한다 내가 술래다
시시 시간이 돈이라면 난 상당히 빈곤
1년365일 홍길동 신공
내 폰은 계속 울어대 갓난 애 마냥
내 폰은 계속 짖어대 옆집 개 마냥
Bow wow wow yeppie-yo-yeppie-ye
자뻑에 허세 갑옷 아주 뻔뻔해
I'm so fresh so clean
세탁소랑 경쟁해
And my flow so sick
중환자실 연행해 what
This is my coup d'etat (oh)
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑
Hand's up, up, get high (high)
노래 시작한다 내가 술래다
(Let's get on it) 머리,어깨,무릎,발 swag check mic check
하나,둘,셋,넷 난 MC 먹는 팩맨
머리,어깨,무릎,발 swag check mic check
하나,둘,셋,넷 이건 복음 amen
Ay you want some, you want some more
It's not enough (평범해지는 것이 내 유일한 금칙)
Ay give me some, give some more alright y'all (어줍잖은 남자들은 따라 하기 금지)
This is my coup d'etat (oh)
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑
Hand's up, up, get high (high)
노래 시작한다 내가 술래다
This is my coup d'etat
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑
Hand's up, get high
노래 시작한다 노래 끝났다
The lyrics of "Coup D'Etat" by G-Dragon ft. Diplo & Baauer present a call for revolution and change, emphasizing that it starts from within, in our own minds. The song is a bold statement of intent, a proclamation of G-Dragon's personal coup d'etat, in which he takes control and leads the way towards freedom and progress. The lyrics are loaded with imagery of power, rebellion, and aggression, as G-Dragon takes on the role of a leader, inspiring his listeners to join him in his revolution.
The opening lines set the tone for the song, declaring that the revolution will not be televised, but is already inside us, waiting to be unleashed. The use of the French term "coup d'etat" reinforces the revolutionary theme and adds a sense of sophistication and style. The chorus, repeated several times throughout the song, announces that this is G-Dragon's personal coup d'etat, in which he takes charge and sets the agenda. The lyrics also contain references to violence, such as the use of a boomerang, and to the thrill of being a fugitive or a rebel. The overall message of the song is one of empowerment and self-determination, urging the listener to take action and make a difference.
Line by Line Meaning
People
The people, collectively, hold power and control over the course of events in life
The revolution will not be televised
Significant and meaningful changes in society will not be shown in traditional media sources
The revolution is in your mind
True change comes from within oneself, and requires a shift in perspective
The revolution is here
The time for change is now, and it is present in the current moment
This is my coup d'etat
I am taking control of my own life and making changes according to my own desires and ideas
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑
The words and ideas that we put out into the world can come back to us and affect us in unexpected ways, like a boomerang
Hand's up, up, get high (high)
Raise your hands up in the air and let loose, getting lost in the moment and enjoying the feeling of being alive
노래 시작한다 내가 술래다
I'm starting the song, and I'm going to be the one leading the way and setting the tone
꼭꼭 숨어 머리카락 보일라
Hide yourself away and be secretive, but make sure to show some personality and let your true self shine through
난 아버님 댁 놓아드린 새 보일러
I'm like a new boiler that I've gifted to my father's house, bringing heat and energy to those around me
그래 이건 스포일러 I'm so fly
Yes, this might spoil the surprise, but I'm just so cool and confident that I can't help but show off a little
무서워 'F' 킬라
I'm so intimidating that I'm like a killer with an 'F' on their record, striking fear into those around me
여자들의 가슴 훔치는 고릴라
I'm so wild and impressive that I'm like a gorilla stealing the hearts of women that I come across
Bang bang bang 난 이빨로 돈을 벌어
I'm making money hand over fist, like a fierce predator taking down their prey with ease
내 노래 한번에 넌 회사에서 손을 털어
When I perform my music, you'll forget about your job, and let go of your worries for a while
도 돼 이 game 에 난 타 to the 짜
I've got skills and talent to spare, and I'm dominating this game effortlessly
너는 사 to the 짜 절대 모르니까 fame
You don't even know how to begin to compete with me, so you might as well stick to your own path and let me take the fame
시시 시간이 돈이라면 난 상당히 빈곤
If time is money, then I'm already poor, because I don't waste any of it on things that don't matter
1년365일 홍길동 신공
Every day, all year round, I'm working hard and tirelessly, like the legendary folk hero Hong Gil-dong
내 폰은 계속 울어대 갓난 애 마냥
My phone never stops ringing, like a fussy newborn baby that always needs attention
내 폰은 계속 짖어대 옆집 개 마냥
My phone is so loud and obnoxious, it's like a neighbor's dog that won't stop barking
Bow wow wow yeppie-yo-yeppie-ye
I'm having fun and enjoying myself, expressing my excitement in a lighthearted and playful way
자뻑에 허세 갑옷 아주 뻔뻔해
I'm so confident and proud of myself that it's like I'm wearing a suit of armor made of arrogance and bravado
I'm so fresh so clean
I'm looking sharp and feeling great, radiating a sense of cool and collectedness
세탁소랑 경쟁해
I'm even better at cleaning things than a professional laundry service, and I'm not afraid to show it
And my flow so sick
My style and rhythm are so impressive that they're practically infectious, spreading to everyone around me
중환자실 연행해 what
I'm so good that I might just send someone to the hospital from sheer awe and amazement
(Let's get on it) 머리,어깨,무릎,발 swag check mic check
I'm ready to go and ready to rock, checking all my moves and looking good while doing it
하나,둘,셋,넷 난 MC 먹는 팩맨
I'm like a Pac-Man who devours and consumes all the energy and excitement around me, making it my own
이건 복음 amen
This is the truth and nothing but the truth, something to be celebrated and spread widely
Ay you want some, you want some more
You can't get enough of me and my abilities, always wanting more and more from me
It's not enough (평범해지는 것이 내 유일한 금칙)
I can't settle for mediocrity and being average, it's the one rule I always stick to
Ay give me some, give some more alright y'all
I always want to take things to the next level and push things further, asking for more and encouraging others to join me
(어줍잖은 남자들은 따라 하기 금지)
People who are weak-willed and meek should stay away from trying to follow in my footsteps
노래 끝났다
The song is over, but the energy and excitement it created will stay with us for a long time
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Harrison Bauer Rodrigues, Ji Yong Kwon, Thomas Wesley Pentz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@eet.5956
::In the first scene, it shows a barren land, which gives us a hopeless feeling. The lonely man kneeling on the ground shows GD struggling inside, troubled. It also show that GD feels empty.
Next, we see an innocent child looking up at the altar. The altar represents music and the child represents GD when he's younger. This means he believes in music like a religion. And then when he put his hand in front his chest (doing a pledge) it's like declaring music as his destiny. The ball swinging above his head shows that his life became turbulent.
Then when those mysterious woman wearing alluring red dresses with their eyes covered with glamorous red hats appeared, there's this red smudge on his shirt. This hints that GD had a few heartbreaks in his love life and he suffered. After that, that ball on top of his head started to swing more violently. He looked up like he was confused and furrowed his eyebrows like he's stressed.
Next, he appeared in that translucent room, where he produces his music (you can see those machines and his mic). Those shadows moving outside his room symbolize those people who don't understand his music, thinking it's crappy and hence judging him. The snow is a metaphor, showing how cold and hopeless he felt. Then you can see those boiling water in the pots. That signifies Bigbang that shot to fame, in other words, became 'hot'. He sat back, relaxed. The fire was yellow, and that represents the burning passion of his VIPs (VIP light stick is yellow) The pots continue churning and there are notes sticking out of the pot. This means he could "churn money" just by being himself. But he didn't become happy.
He sat on that chair and 'got struck by lightning'/electric shock(?)(they might represent limelight) He was exposed, and he winced continuously. It was obvious he wasn't feeling comfortable. However, he couldn't escape because his wrists were tied to the arm of his chair, so his movements were restricted. It's like he was lose his freedom and his life was controlled after he got famous.
Next, he is being shot at with free range bullets. GD isn’t afraid of the bullets and the bullets can't hurt him because after he got famous, haters don’t bring him down. The blindfolds adds to the fact that G-dragon can't see the critics, so he doesn't even flinch or try to fight back.
Next, GD is surrounded by reporters. They took pictures, scribbled on their notepads when they are blindfolded. And GD was simply sitting there, expressionless. This shows how he is numb to the reporters' inhumane ways. They don't allow him to have privacy. They don't see the 'real' him because they are blindfolded, but they don't really care. If they dig out some shocking story and get the headlines, it just means salary increase for them, so they truly find joy in destroying the images of celebrities.
He learnt to put on a mask (poker face) to hide his emotions and pretended that he is oblivious to his troubles. His face was often expressionless, but when there's no one around, he let his tear slip and be fragile. He wondered what happened to that young man who was so passionate in music. He felt himself turning into a corrupted idol, and that was far from what he wanted.
In the end, he threw that rock on the wall and the wall broke, light shone inside. This means he was no longer imprisoned. He crushed his mask, peeled off those stuff stuck onto his skin, it's like saying he tormented the pain and reborn. He went through metaphorical death because of the pressures in his life as an idol, he wants to start over again with rebirth and let it go.
@doriangray3116
Coup d'etat is G-Dragon's personal revolution ( the revolution is not televised, its in your mind)
1. The old man is G-Dragon ( as shown by his shoulder tattoo). His creativity has beconme old and tired, he has to tear off his old skin to reveal a new G-Dragon. In order to have new creative ideas he has to break through the barriers of his current artistic state of mind (throwing a stone at the huge wall and light shines through).
2. He is surrounded by reporters who are all blind-folded. They don't really care to know him for who he really is. They are blinded by their own biases. Now its GD who is blind-folded and being executed with bullets. Its the media taking aim at him, with their sensationalistic articles on him. He is wearing a plague mask and the reporters have turned into crows. The mask is to protect himself from the toxic media.
3. GD is cooking money. He is making a lot of money but he considers himself poor in terms of time (1 year 365 days Hong Gildong's mysterious skill- Hong Gildong is a famous korean novel character who has the magic to travel long distances in a short time. His phone is perpetually ringing)
4. He knows he's good (I'm so fresh so clean, I compete with the laundry, my flow's so sick), he calls out all the GD copycats (with my one song, you'll have to quit. In this game, I'm the professional hustler, you're an amateur)
5. The white tree is the tree from the Heartbreaker mv and the apples from Heartbreaker are now rotten. The GD from Heartbreaker era is over and he needs to have a new re-birth.
6. The white mask is the album cover for Heartbreaker, his first solo album. When he removes the mask, he is a demon underneath, showing that he is being portrayed in the media as being evil right from his first album.
7. GD is inside a ticket booth with a label 'Shine A light' which is his first solo concert based on Heartbreaker. Then GD is in a dressing room being electrocuted. This refers to the scandal regarding his Breathe performance where people attacked him that it was too sexual. Allso the alleged Flo Rida plagiarism scandal. Flo Rida publically announced that there was no plagiarism and he and GD performed together at FR's concert.
8. Because of these scandals, there were vicious petitions by knetz for 21 y.o. GD to commit suicide. This ties in with the black tears raining down the white Heartbreaker mask which showed the black demon GD crushing the Heartbreaker mask.
@smokinonyourtop5357
@@muqxxt
There is really no need to be famous in the West. BIGBANG is the biggest Kpop group in China with 13.44 million followers on China QQ Music, EXO at 2nd with 5.43 and BP with 4mil.
GD is the biggest Kpop start in China, most followers on Weibo, his post got 60 billion views lmao 😂.
KOREAN ARTIST ALBUMS WITH OVER 1 MILLION DOWNLOADS IN CHINA.
1. BIGBANG, MADE - 2.81M
3. BIGBANG, E - 1.50M
4. GDRAGON, Kwon Ji Yong - 1.49M
5. BIGBANG, D - 1.40M
This is just China. BIGBANG is so damn huge all over Asia like Japan, Vietnam, Philippines, etc. GD has the whole South Korea on his fingertips whole holding Asia in his palms.
@eet.5956
::In the first scene, it shows a barren land, which gives us a hopeless feeling. The lonely man kneeling on the ground shows GD struggling inside, troubled. It also show that GD feels empty.
Next, we see an innocent child looking up at the altar. The altar represents music and the child represents GD when he's younger. This means he believes in music like a religion. And then when he put his hand in front his chest (doing a pledge) it's like declaring music as his destiny. The ball swinging above his head shows that his life became turbulent.
Then when those mysterious woman wearing alluring red dresses with their eyes covered with glamorous red hats appeared, there's this red smudge on his shirt. This hints that GD had a few heartbreaks in his love life and he suffered. After that, that ball on top of his head started to swing more violently. He looked up like he was confused and furrowed his eyebrows like he's stressed.
Next, he appeared in that translucent room, where he produces his music (you can see those machines and his mic). Those shadows moving outside his room symbolize those people who don't understand his music, thinking it's crappy and hence judging him. The snow is a metaphor, showing how cold and hopeless he felt. Then you can see those boiling water in the pots. That signifies Bigbang that shot to fame, in other words, became 'hot'. He sat back, relaxed. The fire was yellow, and that represents the burning passion of his VIPs (VIP light stick is yellow) The pots continue churning and there are notes sticking out of the pot. This means he could "churn money" just by being himself. But he didn't become happy.
He sat on that chair and 'got struck by lightning'/electric shock(?)(they might represent limelight) He was exposed, and he winced continuously. It was obvious he wasn't feeling comfortable. However, he couldn't escape because his wrists were tied to the arm of his chair, so his movements were restricted. It's like he was lose his freedom and his life was controlled after he got famous.
Next, he is being shot at with free range bullets. GD isn’t afraid of the bullets and the bullets can't hurt him because after he got famous, haters don’t bring him down. The blindfolds adds to the fact that G-dragon can't see the critics, so he doesn't even flinch or try to fight back.
Next, GD is surrounded by reporters. They took pictures, scribbled on their notepads when they are blindfolded. And GD was simply sitting there, expressionless. This shows how he is numb to the reporters' inhumane ways. They don't allow him to have privacy. They don't see the 'real' him because they are blindfolded, but they don't really care. If they dig out some shocking story and get the headlines, it just means salary increase for them, so they truly find joy in destroying the images of celebrities.
He learnt to put on a mask (poker face) to hide his emotions and pretended that he is oblivious to his troubles. His face was often expressionless, but when there's no one around, he let his tear slip and be fragile. He wondered what happened to that young man who was so passionate in music. He felt himself turning into a corrupted idol, and that was far from what he wanted.
In the end, he threw that rock on the wall and the wall broke, light shone inside. This means he was no longer imprisoned. He crushed his mask, peeled off those stuff stuck onto his skin, it's like saying he tormented the pain and reborn. He went through metaphorical death because of the pressures in his life as an idol, he wants to start over again with rebirth and let it go.
@hebetan5313
EE T. OMG YES IT'S BACK let's make it 700+ likes again! why youtube do this to you :<
and where's my long-awaited second analysis huh huh huh. I want the analysis for "that XX"
@960321
EE T. YOU'D BETTER POST IT REAL SOON I CAN'T WAIT UGH
@hughmungus2059
I just love this comment.
@the1Sun
It means everything can broke just by little rock and any second...
@GoldBlackLotus
Omg analysis level english gcse. But thank you for fully explaining it, i got some bits but not all!!!!
@Sasasaki
He doesn’t just make music. He makes art. He Will forever be iconic. I love and respect him.
@zatzutwice
I make Coup D'etat teaser. Hope you can watch it thanks
Part 1- https://youtu.be/LTKYzJvMFfs
Part 2 - https://youtu.be/KpJ602dWIiA
@indredBLoclNk
😊😘😂😍
@yosahikanemoto6061
This prove how GD and BIGBANG was so much ahead when it comes to aesthetic and quality...