Rapper Microdot once again appeared before the public through "Show Me the Money 12." After a long period of self-reflection and the reality of making a living, he is determined to prove his sincerity through music.
The regional audition site was revealed on the first broadcast of the Mnet variety program "Show Me the Money 12" on the 15th. Microdot, who appeared at the Seoul regional audition, drew strong attention from the moment his name was called.
Following seasons 4 and 6, this is his third "Show Me the Money" attempt, and he said, "I came out after making up my mind. I feel looks like 'Isn't that him? That makes me feel bad...'" He honestly spoke about the burden he had to bear since his parents' "debt controversy."
Microdot confessed, "I was afraid to even apply," and said, "My parents served prison sentences and the trials are over, but with one person I am still in the process of delivering consolation money." He continued, "I had to earn money somehow. I worked at a barbecue restaurant for about four years. I did everything from washing dishes to cleaning, opening, and mopping the floor," describing his practical life.
He said, "I truly thought I was a bad person. I directed my resentment at myself," and added, "When times were hard all my relationships disappeared, but what remained until the end was music." He explained his reason for appearing, saying, "I really love hip-hop. Even if it takes time I want to get back up. I hope people will listen to my sincerity just one more time."
The producer he met was Gray. Microdot poured out lyrics such as, "Madot came out again, that parent's hustler," "He paid off his parents' debts," and "No matter where I go my parents hold me back, but I still came back," laying out his narrative without hiding it.
After hearing this, Gray handed him a pass necklace with a serious expression. He explained the reason for passing, saying, "It was stable and the message was well delivered. It was a veteran-level performance. I naturally had to give it." By contrast, Microdot showed nervousness with trembling hands, and after passing he bowed and said, "I'm so happy. I'm grateful."
Earlier, Microdot's parents were indicted on charges that in the 1990s they ran a dairy farm in Jecheon, Chungbuk, failed to repay money borrowed from many people and fled overseas. They later reached settlements with some victims, but for the unsettled cases they were sentenced to prison, completed their sentences and were deported to New Zealand. Microdot has been repaying consolation money to one settlement victim in this process to this day, and it was reported that he left the entertainment industry and continued a period of self-reflection and volunteer work.
Microdot on the "Show Me the Money 12" stage. Interest is focused on whether his challenge to rise again through music can be a turning point to break the shackles of his past<
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