Jackson Wang Unveils Deeply Personal Journey Behind “MAGICMAN 2” On Apple Music 1

C-Pop/K-Pop icon Jackson Wang sat down with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1 to discuss his upcoming album, “MAGICMAN 2,” offering an intimate look into the emotional and creative evolution that shaped the project. Known globally for his electrifying performances and artistic ambition, Wang opened up about the complexities of being a solo artist, the impact of his parents, and the personal growth embedded in his latest work.

Reflecting on his transition from group dynamics to independence, Wang shared how being a one-man team brought both empowerment and overwhelming responsibility. “There’s so much stuff that I would have to edit… It’s a one man label,” he explained, recounting his journey with 88rising and the challenges of managing his entire creative output.

The conversation took a vulnerable turn as Wang spoke candidly about the emotional weight he carried behind the scenes. “The only bright light I saw in 10 years was being up on stage,” he admitted. The creation of “MAGICMAN 2,” he revealed, was a deeply personal and cathartic process, designed to help him face emotional truths and life’s chaotic highs and lows.

one of the album’s most touching moments comes in ‘Sophie Ricky,’ a song name for his parents. “We never actually thought about when they first had us, they had no idea,” he reflected, shedding light on the newfound appreciation he’s developed for their sacrifices and humanity.

The album is structured around four emotional chapters: manic highs, losing control, realization, and acceptance — culminating in the powerful closing track ‘Made Me a Man.” According to Wang, this final chapter symbolizes peace with the past: “What has happened can’t be undone. So you just accept it… Whatever the good and the bad made you who you are today.”

“MAGICMAN 2” emerges not just as an album, but a documentation of growth, healing, and creative self-discovery — positioning Jackson Wang as one of the most honest and dynamic voices in global music today.

Watch the full interview with Zane Lowe On apple Music 1