What does G-Dragon’s first LP in a decade ‘Ubermensch’ mean for K-pop and idols?

‘K-pop idols have traditionally been confined to the ‘idol’ label, which distances them from being seen as true artists. G-Dragon broke that mold’ G-Dragon, often referred to as the “King of K-pop,” made his long-awaited return Tuesday with his third solo studio album, “Ubermensch.” It is his first LP release in nearly 11 1/2 years. Upon the album’s release, the main track “Too Bad” quickly climbed to the top of four major domestic music charts, including Melon, Genie, Bugs and Vibe, reaffirming