G-Dragon revealed his quiet friendship with IU on 'IU's Palette'.
On the 27th, a video titled '8-let 88 I came flying (With G-DRAGON) Ep.32' was released on IU's YouTube channel [IU's Palette]. IU and G-Dragon appeared with matching scarf fashion, creating a cute look.
IU asked G-Dragon, who had been on a break for seven years, about his current situation. IU said, “It has been such a long time since you returned to us. Why did you take such a long break?” G-Dragon replied, “I missed the timing. There was COVID-19, I served in the military, and because of that, I ended up returning after about seven years. Unintentionally, it’s been 88 months.”
The number '8' was also related to G-Dragon's birthday. Additionally, it is considered a lucky number in China. IU teased, saying, “You planned that, didn’t you?” G-Dragon replied, “It was just a day difference. I was going to come back on October 31st, but if it was November 1st, it would have been 88 months. But strangely, I wanted to release it on October 31st.”
G-Dragon added, “I will have a concert at the end of March on the weekend. Given the venue and preparing for the concert after a long time, I am feeling nervous.”
IU also revealed a gift she received from G-Dragon, the palette album. G-Dragon said, “The program name is 'Palette,' but from the start, I felt a sense of attachment for some reason. Didn’t I give you a gift after working on the palette track back then? It took a long time.”
IU said, “That’s one of my treasures. It is still one of my precious treasures. How could I receive such a thing? I tend to be moved by gifts that are made with such effort.”
Furthermore, IU mentioned, “I debuted in 2008, and you gave me wine from 2008 as a gift. You even wrote a note. I feel sad to open it, so I still haven’t.” This was another demonstration of G-Dragon's thoughtful gift.
However, there was a seven-year gap between the two. IU wondered, “During a pre-interview, it was mentioned that 'Ji-yong said IU is awkward,'” throwing a playful question. G-Dragon awkwardly laughed, saying, “Aren’t we closer than before?”
G-Dragon reflected, “Back then, I didn’t know how to approach anyone.” IU showcased their friendship by stating, “You came to my concert last year.” G-Dragon nodded, saying, “When I went then, it was nice to see you again; it felt better than before.”
IU asked, “We hadn’t met during that time. Seeing you after seven years felt comfortable as if something had happened in between. What could that be? Is it the comfort that comes with aging together?” G-Dragon noted, “Even if we don’t meet often, haven’t we exchanged New Year greetings?” He emphasized their closeness. IU then asked if he remembered the New Year gift she had given him, making G-Dragon feel a bit shy.
[Photo] IU's Palette
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