Song Chang-sik "Police Made a List and Then..." Explains Marijuana Case

In December of last year, singer Song Chang-sik appeared on TV Chosun's "Life Documentary My Way" and opened up about his past life experiences.
Photo by TV Chosun "Life Documentary My Way" broadcast screen capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Seulgi Kim] Song Chang-sik clarified the marijuana incident that arose in the 1970s.

Last December, Song Chang-sik appeared on TV Chosun's documentary program 'Life Documentary My Way,' where he talked about his homeless life, activities with 'Sseseebong,' and the marijuana incident.

On the broadcast, Song Chang-sik explained the situation, saying, "At that time, when the police were investigating the marijuana case, they made a list of people who actually smoked marijuana and then called me. The police asked, 'All these people smoked marijuana, so why didn't you?' I replied, 'Because it’s really bad for singing.'

After the investigation, Song Chang-sik, who was released, added, "I was released because I had nothing to do with it, but reporters told people, 'Song Chang-sik said this,' so my reputation became strange. I think many people still believe I snitched."

The singer Song Chang-sik also revealed that he experienced homelessness at Seoul Station before going to the music cafe 'Sseseebong.'

He said he met MC Lee Sang-byeok, who led him to 'Sseseebong,' and said, "Before Sseseebong, I was the lowest-level homeless person. I slept at Seoul Station for two years."

He continued, "After that, I went to a place where construction workers lived so I could sleep without being cold, but I was kicked out and went to Sseseebong. I went because they said they would give me food. Lee Sang-byeok taking me to Sseseebong was a turning point in my life."

Meanwhile, Song Chang-sik debuted in the entertainment industry in 1968 as part of the group 'Twin Folio' and received a lifetime achievement award at the 12th Korean Popular Music Awards in 2015.

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