Jackson Wang who’s back with his new single “High Alone” recently appeared on renowned celebrity agent Yang Tianzhen’s podcast to discuss his journey in the entertainment industry. The 30-year-old star reflected on the emotional toll of his experiences, from his early passion to the frustrations and disillusionment he encountered. “How can people be like this?” he questioned. He also said it’s not as bad to lose things that can be regained through hard work, but emotional wounds are not so easily healed.
When Yang Tianzhen asked Jackson Wang about mental health, Jackson expressed his change in outlook. He said that in his early years, he was full of enthusiasm and positivity towards life and career, but as he grew older and gained more experience, he saw a lot more clearly. He feels that he is neither particularly happy nor particularly unhappy: “Maybe everyone will think, why is he unhappy? Why was he laughing so happily when he was on “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator“? Well, I’ve grown up, and I’ve experienced some things. I saw more. I think reality is not as good as I imagined, but it’s not that bad either. This is a fact, and I accept it.”
During the interview, they also discussed why Jackson Wang doesn’t have a manager. He acknowledged that big agencies are useful when an artist needs guidance and organization, but he personally knows what he wants. He pointed out that many agents aren’t artists themselves, so they may not prioritize artistic pursuits. Instead, they may rely on data to make decisions—if things go well, everyone shares the success, but if they don’t, only the artist bears the loss.
Coming from a management background, Yang Tianzhen agreed, noting the fundamental conflict between artists and agencies. An artist wants their agent to focus solely on them, while an agency manages multiple artists. If an artist becomes famous, they may not want to stay with their manager; if they don’t succeed, the agency still needs to make money. When asked if he could accept a future where people no longer recognize his name Wang Jia’er, Jackson responded, “I’ve already accepted it. If people still know me at 40, I’ll be grateful. Fame is like a bubble—it’s not permanent. Whether you leave a lasting impact depends on what you create.”
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I did notice when his bubbliness and enthusiasm were gone. It’s sad, but it’s part of growing up. I miss the old Jackson, though.
I wish him well. Hoping he can make his mark for as long as he can.