YG Producer KUSH Confesses, "I Thought I Was Going to Die Quitting Drugs"

On the 16th, singer and music producer Kushi (36, Kim Byung-hoon) gave advice on mental health to junior singer Bullidabastard (20, Yoon Byung-ho) on the YouTube channel "Gaengsaeng." Photo by YouTube channel "Gaengsaeng"

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Seulgi Kim] Singer and music producer Cushy (36, Kim Byung-hoon) gave advice on mental health to junior singer Bully Da Bastard (20, Yoon Byung-ho).

On the 16th, on the YouTube channel 'Gaengsaeng,' Cushy said, "What I realized after going through difficult times was that I hoped others who are struggling with the same worries wouldn't have to go through such things."

In the broadcast, Cushy told Bully Da Bastard, "I watched your interview video and you looked anxious," adding, "I also stopped taking medication and thought I was going to die. I attempted extreme measures many times and was taken to the emergency room often, but psychiatric drugs actually make those things worse."

Previously, Cushy was indicted in 2017 for violating the Narcotics Control Act and was sentenced to 2 years and 6 months in prison with a 4-year probation. At that time, he was accused of cocaine use and explained, "I was suffering from chronic panic disorder and depression and could not resist the temptation of an acquaintance."

When Bully Da Bastard confided to Cushy, "I can't even make plans without tranquilizers," Cushy comforted him, saying, "I also had very severe panic disorder."

Cushy advised, "When I work all night for several days and focus, suddenly I feel like 'I'm going to have a seizure.' When I exercise cleanly with a clear mind, wake up in the morning, eat delicious food, and work on music in a good mood, I have never experienced panic attacks," adding, "It's a problem with lifestyle habits."

Meanwhile, Cushy debuted in 2003 through Stony Skunk and later worked as a producer under YG Entertainment. Last year, he left YG and established an independent company, Heart Entertainment INC.

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