DistantNews
Support us
Rapper Dok2 on his past relationship with Lee Hi: 'It wasn't puppy love, so I kept my distance.' [Moment Capture] | Chos
🇰🇷 South Korea /Culture & Society

Rapper Dok2 on his past relationship with Lee Hi: 'It wasn't puppy love, so I kept my distance.' [Moment Capture] | Chosun Ilbo (KR)

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

Interview Named sources Context piece
  • Rapper Dok2 revealed details about his past relationship with singer Lee Hi.
  • He explained that he intentionally kept his distance from her because he felt their relationship was not a "puppy love."
  • Dok2 also shared an update on his mental health struggles and his decision to leave South Korea.

Rapper Dok2 has opened up about his past relationship with singer Lee Hi, revealing that he intentionally maintained a distance from her. In a recent episode of the podcast 'HomeRoomShow,' hosted by Argentinian singer Don Malik, Dok2 explained his reasoning.

Dok2 stated that he felt their connection was more than just a fleeting "puppy love," implying a desire for a more serious or developed relationship. This sentiment led him to deliberately create space between himself and Lee Hi, suggesting he was hesitant to engage in a relationship he didn't feel was fully formed or appropriate for the stage they were at.

I intentionally kept my distance from her because it wasn't puppy love.

— Dok2Dok2 explaining his past relationship with Lee Hi on the 'HomeRoomShow' podcast.

The rapper also provided an update on his personal life, mentioning that he had been dealing with mental health issues since late 2018. These struggles prompted his departure from South Korea. He is currently residing in Argentina, where he has been living since leaving Korea.

Dok2's revelations offer a glimpse into his personal life and the complexities of his past relationships, as well as his ongoing journey with mental health.

I left Korea due to mental health issues since late 2018.

— Dok2Dok2 updating listeners on his personal situation.
DistantNews Editorial

Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

More Stories

From Our Blog