Singer MC Mong, amid ongoing controversies and rumors, suddenly decided to study abroad, stepping down from his position as the producer for his affiliated artists. Behind this decision were serious health deterioration, depression, and a final sense of responsibility as a 'musician'.
On the 17th, MC Mong posted a lengthy handwritten letter on the fan cafe 'Monkey's'. He said, "The first place I need to share this news is with you all," and carefully expressed his feelings, stating, "Due to extreme depression and a surgical operation, it has been difficult to continue making music."
Recently, MC Mong faced complications related to Joo Hak-nyeon's controversies and withdrawal from the agency One Hundred, as well as allegations linking him to reports of prostitution. Although he refrained from making direct comments on these matters, he urged others not to focus on the rumors, stating, "Please do not pay attention to the stories circulating like rumors."
He then stated, "I judged that remaining in this position under these circumstances would not be beneficial for everyone," and declared his intention to step down from his role as a producer. He plans to hand over all artist-related tasks at One Hundred and BPM to founding chairman Cha Ga-won, while focusing on studying music and language while studying abroad and undergoing treatment.
MC Mong added, "Although it is late, I want to develop further," ensuring that he will release an album by the end of this year, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to music.
Meanwhile, MC Mong has been indirectly mentioned in connection to recent controversies surrounding Joo Hak-nyeon, which caused him embarrassment. Joo Hak-nyeon faced allegations of attending a private party in Tokyo, Japan, alongside influencer Kirara Asuka, who is known for her previous career as an AV actress, leading to his suspension, withdrawal from the group, and termination of his exclusive contract. Subsequently, a media report indicated that after initially denying the claims, Joo Hak-nyeon eventually admitted to the facts surrounding the prostitution, which once again placed MC Mong in the spotlight as a related figure.
Through this letter, MC Mong chose a quiet exit over direct clarification. Amid the controversies, his final words were, "a choice to continue making music for longer." Unable to remain silent any longer as a musician or a leader, the voice of fans waiting for the day when he regains his health and returns to the stage is cautiously growing.
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