G-DRAGON Makes a Triumphant Return with New Album 'Übermensch'

K-pop icon G-DRAGON has officially announced his long-awaited return with the release of his third studio album, 'Übermensch' (위버맨쉬), showcasing his unparalleled musical talent. Released today, February 25, 2025, at 2 PM, the album has already achieved an all-kill on the charts. The title track, 'TOO BAD (feat. Anderson .Paak)', has captivated fans who have eagerly anticipated his comeback, quickly climbing to the top of major domestic music platforms such as Melon, Genie, and Bugs. Notably, on Melon, 'TOO BAD' secured the number one spot, while 'HOME SWEET HOME' reached third, 'DRAMA' fifth, 'IBELONGIIU' eighth, and 'TAKE ME' tenth, with all eight tracks from the album landing in the top 20 of the Top 100 chart as of 3 PM today.
This marks G-DRAGON's first studio album in 11 years and 5 months, with 'Übermensch' translating to 'Beyond-Man', reflecting his concept of transcending himself. He focused on the essence of music to fully express his artistry, participating in the production of all tracks and the overall concept of the album, reigniting the excitement of fans who have been waiting for his music.
Alongside the music release, the album's cover art was unveiled, featuring a dreamlike image of G-DRAGON walking barefoot in the sky, which has drawn significant attention.
The title track 'TOO BAD' features a groovy drum beat and an infectious hook that instantly grabs listeners' attention. G-DRAGON's rhythmic rapping blends seamlessly with the vocals of Anderson .Paak, a singer-songwriter, rapper, and drummer, creating a lively atmosphere reminiscent of a party.
Track four, 'DRAMA', showcases G-DRAGON's signature ballad style, presenting a dramatic narrative filled with emotional highs and lows. The song features lyrical piano melodies paired with G-DRAGON's captivating and emotive vocals, expressed in various languages, leaving a lasting impression.
'Übermensch' includes pre-released tracks 'PO₩ER' and 'HOME SWEET HOME', along with the title track 'TOO BAD', and other songs like 'DRAMA', 'IBELONGIIU', 'TAKE ME', 'BONAMANA', and 'GYRO-DROP', all reflecting G-DRAGON's unique blend of mainstream appeal and stylish musical identity.
In addition to the music, music videos for 'TOO BAD' and 'DRAMA' have been released, and G-DRAGON is set to perform 'TOO BAD' for the first time on the cable channel Mnet's 'M Countdown' on February 27.