‘Good Day’ G-Dragon to meet IU, sparking anticipation for senior-junior chemistry

G-Dragon is set to meet IU in MBC’s “Good Day." Courtesy of MBC

G-Dragon meets IU in the upcoming episode of MBC’s “Good Day,” airing April 6. The seventh episode will feature the two artists reconnecting through “IU’s Palette,” showcasing their musical bond.

G-Dragon, who will be performing songs by other artists as part of a “Good Day” project, seeks to gain inspiration by meeting IU ahead of recording a song.

IU caught attention by wearing a scarf — a signature look often associated with G-Dragon. When G-Dragon appeared without one on the day of filming, he reportedly put on a scarf on the spot so that IU wouldn't feel awkward, creating a heartwarming moment on set.

Speaking fondly of IU, G-Dragon said, “I’ve worked with her before, and she’s a colleague I can learn a lot from as an artist. She’s younger than me, but she’s incredibly talented at interpreting songs by other artists, so I wanted to hear her thoughts on the song.”

IU is well-known for her "kot-Galpi" (Flower Bookmark) remake series, where she reinterprets classic hits such as "Meaning of You" and "Autumn Morning" in her own emotional style. When G-Dragon admitted feeling pressure about recording new versions of old songs, saying, “There are so many great old songs,” IU reportedly responded with strong empathy. Viewers are curious to find out what creative suggestions she may have shared with G-Dragon before his recording session.

“Good Day” is a music project where G-Dragon collaborates with figures from various fields to create the year’s defining song. The episode featuring IU will air April 6.

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.