In the shimmering world of K-Pop, the stage lights, flashy outfits, and rabid fandoms often outshine the personal struggles idols undergo behind the curtains. Former TEEN TOP leader C.A.P recently took fans on a heart-revealing journey, offering an eye-opening perspective on the idol life and the path he’s chosen since his departure.
In a recent candid interview on YouTube, C.A.P. talked about his life post-TEEN TOP and how it contrasts with his idol days. While many might assume the life of a K-Pop star is paved with riches and endless joy, the former idol’s testimony provided a more nuanced perspective.
I make far less money now, but I’m much happier.
— TEEN TOP’s C.A.P
C.A.P’s raw confession even included a comparison between his financial gains when he was an idol and now.
Back when I was an idol, I may have earned thousands of dollars for ten minutes of performing. Now, I make ₩300,000 KRW (about $227 USD) for two to three hours of landscaping.
— TEEN TOP’s C.A.P
A telling shift in perspective, C.A.P elaborated on how he struggled with the grueling demands and challenges of the idol lifestyle. Such…
