GOT7 leader and soloist jay b has shared his thoughts on raising awareness of mental health in the K-pop industry.
In a recent interview with teen fashion, the 28-year-old K-pop idol spoke about the changing attitude towards mental health issues in the K-pop scene. JAY B also shared his own evolving perception of mental health issues.
“I think that many years ago there were many people who did not want to talk much about these issues,” said the singer, who admitted to being one of those reluctant to transfer the subject. “But as time went on, I realized that this was not a weakness or a flaw, but something that I experienced and that is part of who I am today.”
JAY B went on to share that he now thinks of depression as “a natural thing” instead of a “bad thing.” And he added: “My work does not make me a special person [who’s immune to feeling sad]. I feel the same emotions as any human being.”
Elsewhere in the piece, Korean-American idol alexa He also shared his thoughts on how interactions between singers and their fans can positively impact mental health both ways.
“What’s really wonderful to see is that every time an artist is going through a tough time, you read these articles announcing that so-and-so is taking a break for his mental health and [the fans encourage it]”, said the singer. “Taking a break was still taboo not too long ago. But things are changing”.
Last week, GOT7 made their long-awaited comeback with their new self-titled EP. Leader JAY B shared during a press conference that he was “Surreal” all seven members get together for the new record. “I’m so relieved that we can release an EP as a septet,” he added.
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