Singer Psy appears as a representative interviewee related to K-pop in the documentary series ‘K-Everything’ broadcast on CNN International on the 9th. /CNN Original K-Everything on CNN International

Psy said in a CNN documentary related to the global success of *Gangnam Style*, “It was a dream and a nightmare.”

Psy, who appeared as a representative interviewee related to K-pop in the documentary series *K-Everything* (K-Everything), which was first broadcast through CNN International on the 9th, had a discussion with actor and producer Daniel Dae Kim.

Daniel Dae Kim explained that Psy established the entertainment planning company P Nation based on the global success of *Gangnam Style*, and that Psy’s annual concert “Summer Swag” accounts for over 10% of all concert ticket sales in South Korea.

Actor and producer Daniel Dae Kim (left) and singer Psy. /CNN Original K-Everything on CNN International

Daniel Dae Kim asked, “‘Himchan Show’ has become a legend in Korea. Isn’t it difficult to perform in the scorching heat of a Korean summer?” Psy answered, “Once I start a performance, it lasts about four hours. When I was young, if others were happy, I was happy too,” adding, “I think my concert can be called the peak of happiness.” He continued, “If I perform in front of 25,000 audience members, isn’t it seeing 25,000 faces happy because of me right in front of my eyes?” He said, “At that moment, I truly feel like I have no regrets even if I die.”

Episodes about *Gangnam Style*, which left a monumental mark in K-pop history, were also revealed. Daniel Dae Kim introduced *Gangnam Style*, saying, “It was released in 2012, broke into the U.S. market, and completely changed the status of K-pop. It surpassed 1 billion views on its music video within six months of release, becoming the first YouTube video to achieve this record.”

Gangnam Style (강남스타일)

Psy shared an anecdote about fellow singer Tiger JK stopping his car on the highway shoulder and calling him while crying, saying, “Don’t you know what it means to Korean-Americans for a song with all Korean lyrics to play on American radio?” Daniel Dae Kim also empathized, saying, “Just thinking about it makes me choked up.”

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They also exchanged opinions about the *Gangnam Style* statue erected in Gangnam. Psy said, “Honestly, personally, I feel shy and it’s more than I deserve,” and Daniel Dae Kim praised, “You are more than qualified. The achievements Psy has made through music hold significant meaning not only in Korea but globally.”

Additionally, in response to Daniel Dae Kim’s question, “How long have you enjoyed the success of *Gangnam Style*?” Psy honestly said, “As a singer, I have enjoyed it my whole life, but as a composer, it is both a dream and a nightmare.” He continued, “How can I create a result better than this song?” and expressed the pressure and anguish of a creator.

*K-Everything*, in which Psy appeared in the first episode, is a program that highlights the global influence and roots of Korean culture, which is leading world cultural trends. It explores various aspects of Korean culture loved worldwide, including K-pop, dramas, food, and beauty, across a total of four parts.