G-Dragon Shines as the King of K-Pop at HITC LA 2025

K-Pop Star G-Dragon Returns to U.S. Stage After 8 Years
G-Dragon Captivates Los Angeles with Stellar Performance
Renowned K-Pop artist G-Dragon set the stage ablaze at Brookside, Rose Bowl in Pasadena, on May 31st, during the ‘HEAD IN THE CLOUDS LOS ANGELES 2025’ festival, organized by the Asian-American entertainment company 88Rising. As the headline act, G-Dragon’s return to the North American stage after an 8-year hiatus was met with overwhelming excitement from fans.
A Celebrated Return
G-Dragon’s nearly hour-long set did not disappoint. He performed hits like ‘POWER’, ‘TOO BAD (feat. Anderson .Paak)’, and a medley including ‘HOME SWEET HOME’, ‘One Of A Kind’, and ‘CRAYON’, delivering powerful performances that showcased his unparalleled stage presence and charisma. His unique style, highlighted by a pink hairstyle and eclectic western-inspired outfit, added visual flair to his performance.
Harmonizing Cultures
Despite language barriers, the audience joined in singing along to Korean lyrics, creating a harmonious cultural exchange. The joint performance with CL of ‘The Leaders’ was met with roaring applause, illustrating G-Dragon’s status as a world-class entertainer.
Global Impact
G-Dragon expressed his joy at being ‘back as GD’ and was warmly received by fans, who even responded in Korean. Tears were shed by fans, marking this event as a significant moment in the global music scene.
Continuing the Journey
Currently embarking on his third world tour, ‘G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR’, G-Dragon continues to capture global hearts with sold-out shows across continents. Future concerts are anticipated to be just as spectacular.