What is it like to be a YG trainee?

What is it like to be a YG trainee?

Song Minho revealed, “From the outside, YG looks like the company of your dreams with a tight system that has everything you possibly need. You may think there is no other heaven, but once you come in as a trainee and start practicing, it’s essentially like living in the wild.

How many years of training in YG trainees train?

The average training period for a trainee is 2 to 4 years. After training for a while there’s a chance that the trainee may debut.

How many trainees do YG have?

We have about 40 now, and most of them were people we contacted first because they were famous for their skills. A few of them will definitely go on to become the nextBig Bang or 2NE1, albeit they’ll be different in music and style.”

Do YG trainees live in dorms?

Does (YG JYP SM) Entertainment give the trainees a dormitory? Yes, you are given a dormitory by most of the companies since, you are watched via CCTV by them 24/7. Also, they want you to be friendly with other trainees since, you might debut with them!

Do YG trainees have to pay?

One thing to be clear about is trainees DON’T get paid. YGE is investing thousands in you as a person already – paying for your food,they pay for your dancing ,vocal, accomodation, housing, styling and even for your school also,but you have to return there money once you debuted.…

Do YG trainees have to pay for training?

You will not get paid to be a trainee. In fact, you will actually build up debt from housing, food, and training fees. This debt must be paid back once you debut (so you will not be able to keep any money until you have completely repaid your debt), or if/when you leave the company.

Can YG trainees have phones?

Yes, of course. Your phone is practically your way of communication. In the company I used to work with, we were only allowed to use our phones after we were done with all trainings, lesson, ect.

Do YG trainees go to college?

They maybe attend their own school as though to learn everything from basics. YG provides many courses for trainees to learn and train. They maybe would only attend the school that YG provides, as they have the basics in their minds.

What does YG look for in auditions?

On the day of your audition, you are expected to choose and perform one song in Korean or English, and prepare a dance routine. Applicants are encouraged to choose songs that highlight their strongest qualities, so if you don’t speak Korean fluently, choose a song in English.

Where do YG trainees go to school?

Foreign trainees usually don’t go to school. Most of the time they get tutors or don’t go to school at all. However, some go to KENT (which is a school).

How long is YG contract?

Their last comeback was in 2020 with “The Album” and this year is decisive in their career, since in 2023 the contract with YG ends.

What happens if trainees don’t debut?

If they complete the contract and don’t debut, it’s waived. If they don’t complete a contract but debut through another agency, then also it’s waived for the trainee and the other agency bears the brunt.

Do YG pay for trainees go to school?

Yes YG pays for flight, school and food and it’s totally secure!