BIGBANG's G-Dragon mocked online over 'bad vocals' at highly anticipated ?bermensch concert

G-Dragon's 2025 ?bermensch World Tour in Korea, in collaboration with Coupang Play, kicked off at Goyang Sports Complex on March 29 and 30. However, the concert faced multiple setbacks even before it began¡ªfrom a delayed start to the idol being mocked online for his vocals.

Delayed concert start

Approximately five hours before the first show, originally scheduled for 6:30 PM KST at Goyang Stadium, Coupang Play announced a 30-minute delay due to worsening weather conditions. Despite this, the concert ultimately started at 7:43 PM KST¡ª73 minutes later than planned.

The prolonged delay in the outdoor stadium left many attendees frustrated, with some criticizing G-Dragon for not addressing or apologizing for the late start. Adding to the controversy, videos allegedly showcasing his "bad vocals" began circulating on social media, igniting widespread debate and criticism.

"Bad vocals" videos go viral

Further fueling the backlash were viral videos of G-Dragon¡¯s performance, especially on X (formerly known as Twitter). One user wrote, "K-netz are heavily criticizing G-Dragon for his bad performance, attitude, and singing during today¡¯s concert!"

#BreakingNews ? Knetz are heavily criticising GDRAGON for his bad performance, attitude and singing during today¡¯s concert! pic.twitter.com/gldEzahjoU

¡ª KPOP_FLOP_ (@KPOP_STYLE__) March 29, 2025

Another commented, "Is this really how G-Dragon sings this song? It sounds like he drank about five bottles of whiskey before singing."

Is this really how G-Dragon sings this song? It sounds like he drank about five bottles of whiskey before singing. pic.twitter.com/kcNwPbaEBS

¡ª Aespann_jeans (@a1071364) March 29, 2025

One wrote in Korean, "Seriously, it's so ridiculous how idols get criticized for encores¡ªmeanwhile, G-Dragon just screams like a grandpa on Line 1 at his own concert".

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¡ª ? (@ujmbbcg) March 29, 2025

The discussion extended beyond X, with TheQoo, a popular online community, also seeing a surge in reactions. A post featuring concert videos has already surpassed 55,000 views and continues to attract thousands of comments.

One user remarked, "GD's live performance at the concert¡­His throat seems to be in really bad condition today. He really needs to take better care of it,"

Criticism in the comments section was relentless, with some netizens even describing G-Dragon's vocals as a "drunk mess.¡±

Comments on TheQoo. Credit: X

G-Dragon's agency issues statement

On the morning of March 30, G-Dragon¡¯s agency, Galaxy Corporation, released the following statement: "Hello. This is Galaxy Corporation. We are issuing a statement regarding the ¡®G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [?bermensch] IN KOREA, presented by Coupang Play¡¯ concert held on March 29. Due to worsening weather conditions, including severe winds, the concert was initially delayed for safety reasons. However, as an extension of this original delay, it was postponed once again.

"This was caused by adverse weather conditions before the concert, such as subzero temperatures, an unexpected snowfall accompanied by windy rain in the morning, and severe winds that continued into the afternoon. G-Dragon closely monitored the weather and venue conditions throughout the day, from his 2 p.m. soundcheck to his pre-show rehearsal.

#GDRAGON
Can we spread this out? Haters are spreading misinformation about the delay.

First 30min delay was announced in the morning already, for the remaining, the staff & g-dragon have kept apologizing on stage. Everyth were due to adverse weather. pic.twitter.com/nx6iVC4boR

¡ª Kotori572 (@Kotori572120817) March 30, 2025

"However, despite these efforts, the delays were necessary safety measures, as using the stage equipment under such conditions could have posed a risk to the audience. As we stated in our apology at the concert venue, we would like to once again express our gratitude and sincere apologies to the fans who endured the long wait in the cold."

G-Dragon is set to hold his second ?bermensch show at Goyang Stadium on March 30 at 6:30 PM KST.

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