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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From Rapper to Hitmaker: Teddy Park's EPIC journey that's shaking up the K-Pop world post 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' success
Tuning an animated film like " K-Pop Demon Hunters" into a hit with music that echoes Blackpink 's energy, that's Teddy Park for you. The elusive producer has a distinct style that permeates tracks without him ever stepping out into the limelight. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fans quickly noted his influence in the film's tracks like "Golden" and "How It's Done," crafted with his The Black Label team. His blend of hip-hop, EDM, and catchy hooks mirrors iconic hits such as Blackpink's "Kill This Love" (2019), 2NE1's "I Am The Best" (2011), and BigBang's "Fantastic Baby" (2012) - all his creations. Often likened to pop maestro Max Martin, Teddy has subtly transformed K-pop over a decade into a worldwide sensation. With Blackpink's "Jump" topping charts and his co-ed group Allday Project rising, it's time to decode this puzzle. Who'd guess a former rapper would architect K-pop's bold edge? Teddy's tracks are cultural shifts, like Blackpink's 2022 "Pink Venom," which mixed traditional Korean sounds with hip-hop, echoing his early 1TYM experiment in "Kwaejina Ching Ching" (2000). His trend-spotting, such as adding trap to "Ddu-Du Ddu-Du" (2018) during its US boom, marks him as a pioneer. Music critic Shim Jae-geol of JX United says: "He's able to notice the trendiest elements in global pop and interpret them through his own distinctive lens." From Seoul's Streets to LA Auditions Born Park Hong-jun in Seoul, Teddy's path resembles an inspiring underdog story. He relocated to New York in middle school, absorbing urban influences, and in 1997, auditioned for YG Entertainment founder Yang Hyun-suk in Los Angeles - a pivotal encounter shaping his career. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Debuting in 1998 as 1TYM's leader, he introduced raw hip-hop to Korea amid pop dominance. Chart-toppers like "One Love" (2000) and "Hot" (2003), both by him, pioneered the genre until the group's 2006 pause. His fusion of traditional elements with rap laid the groundwork for his producer phase. In a 2009 Starnews Korea interview, he shared being content as a rapper but "even happier as a producer," fitting his behind-the-scenes nature. Beyond YG, he produced hits like Sunmi's "Gashina" (2017), Uhm Jeong-hwa's "D.I.S.C.O" (2008), and featured in Lee Hyo-ri's "Anyclub" (2005). Personally private, he dated actor Han Ye-seul from 2013 to 2016, with 2017 rumours involving Blackpink's Jennie swiftly denied by YG. His stage-to-studio shift underscores that true impact often happens offstage. Becoming Blackpink's Secret Weapon Teddy's producing started with 1TYM's "2nd Round" (2000) and YG tracks, but exploded with 2NE1's 2009 debut. Yang credited him for hits like "Fire" (2009) and "I Am The Best" (2011), plus their fierce image. He boosted BigBang and became integral to Blackpink, with calling him the "fifth member" in a 2020 press event for their documentary, as he knows them deeply. From "How You Like That" (2020) to "Jump," his work forms their core. His edge? Spotting trends, like Brazilian funk in Allday Project's "Famous" or trap in Blackpink's early hits. In 2017, the Korea Music Copyright Association named him top-earning songwriter, with reports indicating high royalties (per Statista data on global songwriters). Yang dubbed him successor in 2015, but Teddy founded The Black Label in 2016 as a YG subsidiary, gaining independence by 2025 with YG's stake at 14.55%. This shows he's not just creating music but building legacies. Going Independent At The Black Label, Teddy nurtures artists like Jeon Somi (2018 signee), BigBang's Taeyang, Blackpink's Rose, and dancer Leejung. He debuted girl group Meovv in September 2024, initially mysterious but succeeding with 2025 EP "My Eyes Open Vvide" and "Hands Up" win via increased media. June 2025 brought mixed-gender Allday Project, using his producer fame for a strong launch with cohesive sound and visuals. Shim notes the mixed setup is novel, but Teddy's aesthetics drive success. As an independent leader, he must establish two rookies. Analyst Lee Hwa-jeong's July 22, 2025 report states time is needed to rival K-pop giants, yet such innovations advance the industry. Teddy's journey inspires creators to innovate beyond boundaries.
Hype Malaysia
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Perry: The YG Entertainment Producer Who Has Been Missing For More Than 10 Years
When K-pop fans think of composers and producers from YG Entertainment, names like Teddy and Choice37 come to mind. However, another prominent name in the composing game was Perry (페리). The rapper played a key role in shaping the label's iconic hip-hop sound, paving the way for YG Entertainment's now recognisable image. Perry, whose full name is Perry Thomas Borja, was known for writing and producing songs for many of the earlier YG Entertainment stars. He worked with Jinusean, 1TYM, Se7en, Lexy and Wheesung. He even helped produce several tracks from BIGBANG's debut album, including 'La La La', 'Always' and 'Good Bye Baby'. Unfortunately, he hasn't been active in the music scene because he's reportedly gone missing since 2010. According to reports, the producer's last known appearance was in South Korea in 2010. He was working with YG Entertainment when his activities abruptly stopped in 2009. He allegedly returned to the United States sometime in 2011 but completely cut off contact with colleagues and family members. There have been no contracts, activities or confirmed sightings of the rapper since 2013. The last known information about Perry's disappearance was from 2021, when a post from an anonymous person went viral. The post was from someone believed to be close to the composer. According to the individual, Perry's family had filed a missing persons report after his disappearance. However, there had been no progress on the case for years. There are also many speculations about Perry's current whereabouts. Some argued that he's living anonymously or off-grid in a completely different environment. Unfortunately, no concrete leads have surfaced, and not even his closest friends have information about his disappearance. Sadly, his US citizenship also complicates things, as South Korean authorities can't intervene in the case due to legal privacy protections. It's almost 15 years since Perry's disappearance, but his loved ones have not yet given up on locating him. However, with a lack of clues and evidence indicating foul play, this case remains a mystery. What are your thoughts on this? Sources: Koreaboo, Pannchoa
