G-Dragon, the iconic member of the legendary K-pop group BIGBANG, opened up about the emotional backstory behind one of the group’s most successful songs during a recent interview on fellow member Daesung’s YouTube channel. Each track G-Dragon creates holds a special place in his heart, often tied to personal memories forged during the songwriting and promotional phases. However, when asked about his most commercially successful songs, he revealed a surprisingly intimate tale.

During the conversation, G-Dragon mentioned that discerning the exact financial success of each song is a tricky endeavor. He clarified that, as an artist with over 165 registered songs, he receives lump sum payments based on the total earnings of his extensive catalog each year, making it difficult to pinpoint which individual song is the most profitable. Instead, he focused on two BIGBANG tracks that have stood out in terms of popularity in karaoke rooms, or noraebang, in South Korea.

To G-Dragon's amusement, the leading tracks that emerged from his memory were actually from Daesung's solo endeavors: “Look At Me, Gwisoon” and “A Big Hit!”

What’s most intriguing is the backstory behind “Look At Me, Gwisoon.” G-Dragon revealed that the inspiration came after a rather unfortunate experience on a blind date. Back in 2007, BIGBANG appeared on a KMTV program called Idol World, where they participated in a comedic segment mirroring a popular blind date show at the time. In a twist of fate, G-Dragon, only 19 at the time, found himself "dumped" by a contestant named Um Gwi Seon, losing out against former member Seungri.

Heartbroken yet motivated, G-Dragon channeled his feelings into a rough version of “Look At Me, Gwisoon,” which he crafted spontaneously right then and there. The song turned out to be a monumental success in Daesung’s solo career, quickly becoming an anthem in noraebang venues throughout Korea.

This revelation sheds light on how personal experiences and emotions often transcend into art, allowing fans to connect with their favorite songs on a deeper level. G-Dragon’s ability to turn heartbreak into a chart-topping hit exemplifies not just his talent as a producer and artist, but also highlights the unexpected ways that life’s challenges can lead to creativity and success.

So the next time you find yourself belting out “Look At Me, Gwisoon” at your local karaoke joint, remember the poignant story of heartbreak that inspired one of BIGBANG's greatest hits!