"Solo Artist" T.O.P: "As a Former Member, I Always Support BIGBANG... Rooting for Their World Tour"

T.O.P, who left the group BIGBANG and transformed into a solo artist, has left a message of support for the former BIGBANG members through a local Japanese interview.

In an interview broadcast on TV Asahi Channel 1 on the 12th, T.O.P was asked, "How did you feel when you first heard the news that BIGBANG's world tour would begin in August for the first time in 9 years?" He replied, "From now on, I plan to continue my activities as a solo artist and will not be performing with them on the same stage, but I will always cheer for and support the activities and music of the BIGBANG members."

When asked, "What was your greatest source of strength during your hiatus from activities?", he emphasized, "Going through a very dark period that I had never experienced before, I believe that darkness actually helped me grow. While making music during that time, I began to feel the sensation of being alive again. I had nothing else to do other than make and work on music, and as I continued to create new music, it felt like I was able to breathe each time. That is how I was able to stand back up."

Previously, T.O.P debuted as a member of BIGBANG in 2006 and continued group activities until leaving the group in 2022 following the expiration of his exclusive contract with YG Entertainment. After a long hiatus as a singer, he resumed his activities last April by releasing his first solo full-length album, "ANOTHER DIMENSION." Currently, T.O.P is meeting Asian fans through his brand tour, "T.O.P PRE-STUDIO 2026."

Meanwhile, BIGBANG is meeting global fans through the "BIGBANG 2026-2027 WORLD TOUR 'XX : COSMOS'" to mark their 20th anniversary since debut.



Reported by Kang Kyung-yoon | SBS Entertainment News
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