G-Dragon Dominates Charts with 'HOME SWEET HOME' Amid Controversies

G-Dragon (지드래곤) has made a powerful statement in the music scene with the surprise release of his new track 'HOME SWEET HOME' (홈 스윗 홈), featuring fellow BIGBANG members Taeyang (태양) and Daesung (대성). This release marks a significant moment for the group, signaling their vibrant return after a period of challenges, including the Burning Sun scandal and drug controversies.

On November 22, G-Dragon unveiled 'HOME SWEET HOME' just a month after his previous single 'POWER,' which was released 88 months ago. Despite the unexpected nature of its release, the song quickly climbed the charts, reaching third place on Melon’s TOP100 within an hour and securing the number one spot on Melon HOT100, as well as topping the Vibe and Bugs real-time charts. By the following day, it had risen to second place on Melon TOP100 and also ranked first on YouTube's trending music list, showcasing its immense popularity.

The track has also made waves internationally, debuting at number one on iTunes charts in Finland, Kyrgyzstan, and Norway, while landing in the top ten in nine other countries, including Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Macau, India, Peru, Japan, Mexico, and Spain. This demonstrates BIGBANG's enduring global appeal.

In China, QQ Music reported that 'HOME SWEET HOME' surpassed 58,000 simultaneous listeners, achieving the top spot on their real-time chart by 8 PM on the same day. The song also claimed the number one position on the album bestseller chart and second place on the peak trend chart, indicating its strong reception in the Chinese market.

The collaboration with Taeyang and Daesung adds significant meaning to 'HOME SWEET HOME,' as it is the first new release from all BIGBANG members in 2 years and 7 months since 'Still Life.' The song encapsulates the unique musical style that BIGBANG is known for, evoking nostalgia among fans.

The title 'HOME SWEET HOME' conveys a heartfelt message of returning to the fans, emphasizing that the group has never truly left. Lyrics such as 'It's been a while since we sang old songs,' 'Don't say you're lonely,' and 'Where I am, is where you are' resonate deeply, while the climactic line 'It's about time to ROCK-ON' hints at G-Dragon's exciting future endeavors.

Additionally, G-Dragon is set to perform at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS on November 23, further solidifying his presence in the industry.