BIG Naughty Releases 'Still Freestylin'', Addressing Recent Controversy

Rapper BIG Naughty (real name Seo Dong-hyun) has released a new song, "Still Freestylin'," which appears to reflect his current state of mind.

BIG Naughty released the new single "Still Freestylin'" on various online music platforms on May 10. This track is a reimagined version of "Freestylin'," a song from his EP "+" released in 2024, and features more honest and autobiographical messages.

The new song has garnered significant attention, particularly as it follows the controversy surrounding his recent diss track "INDUSTRY KNOWS," aimed at rapper Swings, which became a hot topic in the hip-hop scene. In this track, BIG Naughty does not hide his imperfections or the moments when he felt shaken.

In the lyrics, he pours out his complex emotions, rapping, "I spent my twenties in that state / Damn it," and "I'm sorry to those who were disappointed, but what can I do? / Even this foolish and clumsy version of me is still me." He continues by reflecting on his own immaturity, with lines such as, "I can't bring myself to ask you to love even this unripe and bitter side of me / But I'll become an adult someday, probably."

In another part of the song, he confesses his loneliness and regret, saying, "I was lonely at the top / So lonely / That slip-up was my dumb play." He then expresses his determination to resume his activities, rapping, "Officially I'm back / Contrary to what you all expected / I actually feel more at ease, starting fresh from zero."

The track features BIG Naughty's signature tight rapping and natural flow, combined with jazzy piano and drum arrangements to create a calm yet bittersweet atmosphere. The accompanying music video uses black-and-white visuals to maximize the emotional depth of the song.

BIG Naughty released his EP "Between Cobalt and Navy" in February of this year, featuring double title tracks "Hello" and "Echo (feat. Sunwoo Jung-a)," and has been actively performing, including appearances at recent university festivals.



Reported by Kang Kyung-yoon | Produced by SBS Digital News
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