(LEAD) G-Dragon-new album

▲ A promotional image for G-Dragon's new solo full-length album, provided by Galaxy Corporation. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

▲ A promotional poster for G-Dragon's third solo full-length album, "Ubermensch," provided by Galaxy Corporation (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

▲ Singer G-Dragon is seen in this photo provided by MBC. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

(LEAD) G-Dragon-new album

(LEAD) G-Dragon drops 3rd studio album, achieves top chart rankings

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SEOUL, Feb. 25 (Yonhap) -- G-Dragon of K-pop boy group BIGBANG put out his first solo full-length album in 11 years Tuesday.

"Ubermensch" is the singer-rapper's third studio album, with his last being "Coup D'etat," which came out in September 2013.

The title of the new album came from the philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche, referring to the ideal individual who transcends conventional values and societal limitations, according to Galaxy Corporation.

Through the album, the singer-songwriter aims to showcase a stronger, more resilient side of himself -- one that has overcome his own challenges, the company added.

The album features eight tracks, including the lead track "Too Bad" and B-sides, such as "Power" and "Home Sweet Home," which topped local music charts upon their prerelease late last year.

"Too Bad" is an upbeat track featuring American singer-songwriter Anderson Paak. K-pop girl group aespa's Karina made a special appearance in the music video for the song.

On the ballad "Drama," G-Dragon sings portions in English, Chinese and Japanese, accompanied by lyrical piano.

The album's tracks achieved high rankings on major music charts, including Melon and Genie, upon their release.

As of 4 p.m., all eight tracks had been placed within Melon's Top 100, with "Too Bad" at No. 1, "Home Sweet Home" at No. 3 and "Drama" at No. 5.

G-Dragon will kick off his new solo world tour next month in Goyang, just northwest of Seoul, on March 29-30.

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