Heartbreaker is the debut studio album by South Korean rapper G-Dragon. The album's chart-topping single "Heartbreaker" became one of the best selling singles in South Korea of all time, having sold over 4 million copies since its release.
Release and singles Although initially scheduled to be released in April, the release date was pushed back to August to coincide with his 21st birthday. (English) Kim, Lynn. G-Dragon Vol. 1 - Heartbreaker Yes Asia. Retrieved January 2, 2010.G-Dragon of Big Bang to Release Solo Album KBS World. Retrieved January 2, 2010. G-Dragon collaborated with several YG labelmates, including Teddy Park of 1TYM, bandmate Taeyang, and CL and Dara of 2NE1. The lead single "Heartbreaker" landed at number-one on multiple charts, including the Mnet and Melon Music chart, while "Breathe" was ranked in the Top 20. "A Boy" described the personal struggles he went through as he started in the entertainment industry at the age of 6, eventually becoming a trainee at YG Entertainment when he was 12.Han, Sang-hee. G-Dragon to Hold 1st Solo Concert The Korea Times. Retrieved January 2, 2010. "The Leaders", which featured Teddy and CL, referenced Girls' Generation's song "Gee", Kim Kyu Jong (of SS501)'s "Wuss Up", and 2NE1's "I Don't Care".
Controversy G-Dragon was accused of plagiarism by Sony Music, as his tracks "Heartbreaker" and "Butterfly" were thought to be similar to Flo Rida's "Right Round" and Oasis's "She's Electric", respectively.YG Hits Sony Over Plagiarism Allegations . The Korea Times. September 25, 2009. Retrieved September 29, 2009. EMI, who also owned the rights to "Right Round" stated they saw no similarities between the two songs. 지드래곤, '표절이라 단정하기엔 섣부른 판단!' . 한경닷컴. August 21, 2009. Retrieved Oct 2, 2009. In response, Sony Korea denied G-Dragon the ability to promote the track any further without paying reparations. On September 21, 2009, Sisa Magazine, a news program on MBC, stated that officials from Sony reportedly sent YG Entertainment warning letters about plagiarism. Sony's legal representative stated, "It was a hard decision for the music critics." However, they decided that there were similarities and accordingly issued a warning letter to the production company and composers. However, YG Entertainment claimed nothing had been decided or legally determined and that the "letter" which YG received from Sony was not considered legal action; they also stated they have not received a direct response from the American publishers regarding the matter. “표절 경고장 불쾌”…양현석 뿔났다 . donga.com. September 25, 2009. Retrieved October 2, 2009. On March 6, 2010, YG Entertainment announced that they personally contacted Flo Rida's representatives and that he will appear as a featured artist in a new version of "Heartbreaker", to be released as a bonus track on G-Dragon's concert album Shine a Light. On May 22, G-Dragon appeared as a special guest at Flo Rida's concert in Korea and performed the new version of "Heartbreaker".
Accolades +Awards Year Award-giving body Category Result Ref.2009 Hanteo Music Awards Hanteo Award Mnet Asian Music Awards Album of the Year "2009 M.net Korean Music Festival Winners list" . MAMA. Retrieved 2014-06-12. Melon Music Awards Album of the Year Track listing
Sales Country Sales amount South Korea 309,343
Release history Region Date Format Distributing Label Ref. South Korea digital download YG Entertainment August 21, 2009CD June 20, 2011 CD Taiwan CD+DVD Warner Music Taiwan
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