The fact that I'm shouting that I have Gangnam style makes people crack up. Imagine if Brad Pitt was singing the song - would it be funny? A twist is important when it comes to writing lyrics.

The basic principle I have is that what is most Korean is what is the most international. I don't want to come here and act like I'm an American. I want to showcase the dynamic potential Korea has, and I want to prove that as an artist.

If a Korean artist reaches to the top, we're all ready to stand up and applaud for him or her.

I like the word 'artist,' but I don't like the word 'artist' inside my house.

The mindset of this [“Gangnam Style”] dance is dress classy, and dance cheesy,

The fact that I'm shouting that I have Gangnam style makes people crack up. Imagine if Brad Pitt was singing the song - would it be funny? A twist is important when it comes to writing lyrics.

There's no time to be bored. I'm so busy doing the horse dance...