aespa “Buys” G-Dragon for ₩2 Million?! Jung Hae-in Gets 1:1 Coaching as IU Joins ‘Good Day’ Project ‘Telepathy’

MBC’s variety show Good Day has been making headlines with its unique blend of music, humor, and heart — and at the center of it all is BIGBANG’s G-Dragon. From auctioning a golden “Jiyong Pass” to giving personalized vocal lessons and teaming up with IU, G-Dragon is showing the full range of his artistry and wit in this ambitious project.

🔥 The Auction Everyone’s Talking About: G-Dragon’s “Jiyong Pass”

One of the show’s most buzzed-about moments came during a charity auction featuring cast members’ personal items. While everyone brought meaningful memorabilia, G-Dragon stunned the room by offering a “Jiyong Pass” — a golden voucher that allows the bearer to request anything from him. The options? Featuring on a track, a concert guest spot, a music video cameo, or even — as aespa’s Ningning jokingly asked — pest control.

“Can he catch cockroaches too?” Ningning asked playfully. Without missing a beat, G-Dragon replied, “I’m actually good at catching bugs,” prompting laughter all around.

As bidding exceeded 10 million won, the show’s producers capped the final price at a flat 2 million won, letting G-Dragon choose the winner himself. His pick? aespa. The girl group walked away with perhaps the most priceless item of the night: the full creative power of G-Dragon, at their disposal.

All auction proceeds were donated to the Korea Disaster Relief Association.

🎶 A Classic Reimagined: “Telepathy” as the Project Anthem

The same episode also marked the launch of Good Day’s collaborative music project. For the group’s theme song, G-Dragon selected “Telepathy” by 1980s group City Kids — a sophisticated, upbeat track originally released in 1988. He described it as a song that “still sounds fresh today” and noted that its range and structure make it ideal for group harmonies.

Adding a creative twist, he merged in sections from the group’s 1986 track “By the Moonlit Window”, crafting a nostalgic yet modern medley. “It’s not about solos,” he said. “It’s about everyone singing together and having fun.”

🎧 From Idol to Producer: G-Dragon’s Vocal Coaching Moments

G-Dragon fully embraced his role as producer and mentor. During recording sessions, he personally coached each participant — including Jung Hae-in, Im Si-wan, Kwanghee, Kim Soo-hyuk, and Jo Se-ho — on everything from vocal tone to rhythm.

Jung Hae-in, initially shy in the booth, found his confidence after G-Dragon stood beside him for support. “How much would this kind of coaching normally cost?” Jung joked, to which G-Dragon coolly replied, “I’ll take your gratitude instead.”

Jo Se-ho added a splash of humor with his playful ad-libs, while Im Si-wan charmed with his regional dialect. Even DAY6 joined in, with member Young K confessing that G-Dragon inspired his music dreams during his student days abroad. Their harmonies were so impressive, G-Dragon assigned them the chorus for “By the Moonlit Window.”

🌟 IU Offers Creative Counsel on Song Remakes

Ahead of the recording, G-Dragon consulted IU — widely respected for her Flower Bookmark remake albums — on how to approach reviving a classic. IU shared her own doubts and strategies, saying, “Sometimes I wonder, ‘Am I ruining a masterpiece?’ But just bringing great songs back into the light can be meaningful.” She recommended that G-Dragon lean into his hip-hop roots and experiment with sampling.

Good Day Airs Sundays at 9:10 PM KST on MBC.

From nostalgic remakes to chaotic auctions and heartwarming teamwork, Good Day is quickly becoming a must-watch show for music lovers and variety fans alike. With G-Dragon at the helm — as mentor, artist, and surprise pest-catcher — the journey to creating the “song of the year” promises to be unforgettable.