G-Dragon (Kwon Ji-yong), born in Seoul, South Korea, is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer best known as the leader of the K-pop group Big Bang. His style fuses hip-hop with pop, electronic, and R&B influences, showcased in solo releases like the albums Heartbreaker (2009) and Coup d'Etat (2013). He is widely regarded as a pioneering figure in Korean hip-hop and music, with multiple chart-topping hits and awards.
South Korea has one of the most vibrant hip-hop scenes in Asia, fueled by Show Me the Money and a thriving indie label ecosystem.
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