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“If I say, 'Hey, I'm Psy.' 'Psy?' 'The guy from the video on YouTube?' 'Oh.' I hate that. I've got to be more popular than the video. So I need to keep promoting myself.”

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PSY, whose real name is Park Jae-sang, is a Korean pop singer-songwriter. Born on December 31, 1977, he has gained immense popularity across Asia and the world with his unique musical style and dance moves. PSY's hit song 'Gangnam Style' became a global phenomenon in 2012, propelling him to international fame. more

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