SHINee’s Key has spent nearly two decades refining his artistry, and he wants to leave no room for misinterpretation: His achievements are all thanks to his own blood, sweat and tears. While casual fans know the K-pop industry functions like a well-oiled machine, Key wants observers to understand that artists are still taking charge of their own work.
“I don’t want them to think I’m a little puppet from this industry,” the singer, 34, exclusively tells Us Weekly. “I’m a producer of myself. I’m an artist. I’m making my own path, and I know what I’m doing.”
After debuting with the quintet SHINee...
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