Zion.T Opens Up About Past Struggles: 'Heard Voices and Experienced Panic Attacks'

Singer Zion.T recently appeared on Dr. Jeong Hee-won's YouTube channel, candidly sharing past psychological difficulties he endured.

In the recently released video, Zion.T revealed that after delivering a lecture for '100-Minute Lecture,' he experienced a positive shift where the filters on his artistic expression became more relaxed. While discussing the sense of emptiness that follows the intense excitement of performing on stage, he confessed to experiencing auditory hallucinations and panic attacks in his youth.

To overcome these challenging times, Zion.T explained his coping mechanism: before going on stage, he would block out external noise with headphones and listen to calming jazz music to manage his state of mind. He also shared his personal method of taking a half-bath, holding his breath until the water drains, which makes him feel 'reborn' and refreshed.

Zion.T is a South Korean singer-songwriter known for his distinctive vocal tone and experimental musical style, carving out a unique niche in the Korean R&B/hip-hop scene. His music is often characterized by unpredictable melodies and honest, philosophical lyrics. Since his debut, he has consistently expanded his musical horizons, earning widespread admiration from fans.