[Exclusive]Woozi's 'Drowning' Royalty Usage: Employees Who Led the Reverse Hit Were Cared For [Interview 2]

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• AAA 2025 Singer Category Best Artist Winner Woozi Interview

-Continuing from Interview 1.

-Following 'Drowning,' is there a song like 'the one I secretly hope will go viral' that you're pushing for, similar to 'the sore spot'?

▶I shouldn't have hoped for that. In reality, I'd like all songs to go viral these days. If I had to pick one, it would be the recently released 'Human Extinction.' When I created that song, the stage vibe I imagined was present on the final day of the concert. That's why I shouted 'Run' during the MBC concert, and the scene of fans running along with me while enjoying the song was impressive. I think if you watch my performance, you might like 'Human Extinction' even more.

-Some fans are also showing affection for the song 'Without You.' Additionally, when watching the 'Without You' stage, some say it reminds them of Seo Taiji.

▶The domestic stage I still watch most often is Senior Seo Taiji. At that time, there were so many impactful effects and great songs that he was even called the 'President of Culture.' Watching his stage performances felt truly awe-inspiring. Since I grew up watching Senior Seo's performances, his sensibility is embedded in me. Since 'Without You' is a punk-style song, I feel its unique melodic movement has some connection to Senior Seo's style. As someone I deeply respect, I was certainly influenced by him, and I believe I was also greatly influenced by his conceptual feel and costumes.

-You handle songwriting, composition, and production yourself. From a royalty perspective, is 'Drowning' still the number one most profitable song?

▶Naturally, 'Drowning' is the most profitable song. In fact, while it is a hit, I didn't create it for that purpose. I feel extremely grateful for that.

-On the day you first received a large amount of royalties from 'Drowning,' did you give yourself any gift or flex?

▶I didn't buy anything particularly extravagant. I believe one reason 'Drowning' succeeded is because the company employees put in a lot of effort. That's why I've been running a project to celebrate employees' birthdays since last year. I write personal letters and, observing their tastes, I buy things I think they need or want. (In fact, a public relations team member who was present at the interview said they recently received a beauty device for their birthday.)

-As 'Drowning' went viral, many reacted that IU's personal color is 'military uniform,' to the extent that IU said, 'Just wear military uniforms from now on.'

▶I consider this another form of interest. In fact, I believe I captured and presented a moment filled with emotions that will never be experienced again in life, along with the military uniform. It was during my actual military service, and it seems various moments came together. While some fans may feel stressed by comments calling my personal color 'military uniform,' personally, I am not bound by it. My goal is to show that look to those who like it and also display my chameleon-like charm to others.

-By appearing on popular content such as 'Radio Star,' 'You Quiz on the Block,' 'IU's Palette,' and 'Excuse Me,' you have proven you are 'the trend.'

▶I have no regrets about appearing on all the dream variety shows this time. These days, I think it would be fun to do a travel variety show. I am very close with SEVENTEEN's Wonwoo and MONSTA X's I.M, and both are currently serving in the military. If the opportunity arises after their discharge, I'd like to film a travel variety show.

-Have you traveled recently?

▶I couldn't go due to lack of time, but I went to the Chungbuk area last year. I stayed near my father's grave for about two nights and three days. Now, I really want to go to Jeju Island. I love Jeju Island very much, and it's been a long time since I've been there. I recently finished watching 'I Was Fooled,' which Senior IU appeared in, so I want to go even more.

-To be continued in Interview 3.

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