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Record-breaking South Korean boy band BTS (aka Bangtan Boys) balance an energetic blend of dance-pop and hip-hop with deeply introspective lyrics, which helped them build a devoted global following while also becoming the most successful K-pop act in U.S. chart history.

Debuting in the early 2010s with their Skool trilogy, they steadily expanded their audience until breaking into the mainstream consciousness with the Love Yourself series. In May 2018, their third official full-length, Love Yourself: Tear, topped the Billboard 200, becoming the first K-pop to hit number one in the U.S. and the highest-charting album by an Asian act to date.

Formed by producer Bang Si Hyuk, the septet’s lineup includes RM (Kim Namjoon), team leader and rapper; Jin (Kim Seokjin), singer; Suga (Min Yoongi), rapper; J-Hope (Jung Hoseok), rapper and choreographer; Jimin Park, singer and choreographer; V (Kim Taehyung), singer; and Jungkook Jeon, singer, rapper, and choreographer. In addition to production and composition, the members of BTS also write their own lyrics, which tackle topics like mental health, self-acceptance, and empowerment. With their youthful blend of club-worthy dance anthems, stirring love ballads, and aggressive rapping, BTS connected with a devoted fan base (dubbed “ARMY”) and set themselves apart from the K-pop industrial machine when they debuted in 2013 with the first installment of their “School Trilogy” series, 2 Cool 4 Skool. A few months later, they released the second EP of the saga, O!RUL8,2? The trilogy was completed with Skool Luv Affair, which was released around Valentine’s Day in 2014.

Later that year, BTS released their full-length debut album, Dark & Wild, featuring the single “Danger.” As their fan base grew and international tours sold out, they released The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1 in April 2015 and the follow-up, Pt. 2, some months later in November. They embarked on a massive world tour as The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 2 topped a record-setting six international music charts, including Billboard’s World Albums chart. After four weeks, they set a record as the first K-pop act to achieve such a feat.

The group continued to break records with the release of their sophomore LP, Wings. Released in late 2016, Wings not only became the first BTS effort to debut atop both the Korean album and song charts, but they were the third K-pop act to land in the Canadian Hot 100. However, the album’s impact was most apparent on the Billboard charts. The best showing to date for a K-pop act, Wings debuted in the Top 30 of the Billboard 200 — both their highest U.S. chart debut and most sales to date — becoming the first K-pop artists with three albums to enter the main album charts (Wings became their sixth Top Three hit — and second number one — on the World Albums chart). They also became the first K-pop act to spend four weeks on the charts. Wings continued the artistic and creative growth for the septet, featuring seven solo tracks that showcased the personality of each member. Four months later, BTS re-released the album as You Never Walk Alone. The updated version added four new songs to the original Wings track listing, including the singles “Spring Day” and “Not Today.” With their presence in the United States continuing to expand, the group went on to win the Top Social Artist Award at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards. Their fifth EP, Love Yourself: Her, arrived that September and became the first K-pop album to debut in the Billboard 200’s Top Ten, entering the chart at number seven.

In early 2018, BTS received their first double-platinum certifications in Japan and became the first Korean act to receive two gold certifications in the U.S. That spring, they issued their third Japanese LP, Face Yourself, which featured Japanese versions of tracks from Wings and Love Yourself: Her. The set — which included just two previously unreleased songs — debuted just outside the Top 40 on the Billboard 200. The next month, BTS released their third official full-length, Love Yourself: Tear, which included the single “Fake Love.” Days later, they returned to the Billboard Music Awards, performing and winning Top Social Artist for the second year in a row. Their Billboard success continued when Love Yourself: Tear soared to the top of the Billboard 200, becoming the first foreign-language chart-topper on the U.S. chart in over a decade. BTS repeated the feat that summer with the conclusion to the trilogy, Love Yourself: Answer. The chart-topping compilation featured a handful of new tracks, including lead single “Idol,” packaged with previously released songs from Her and Tear, as well as some remixes and a Nicki Minaj-assisted version of “Idol.”

(Source: Spotify)

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The Members Of BTS Flaunt Personal Style In Recent Airport Snaps

Advertisements For fans who look forward to BTS styles, airport fashion shots are always a welcome surprise. Last January 18, BTS members Jimin, Jin, and Jungkook once again offered a slice of their chic personal style as in their airport outfits. Check out their looks below: BTS’s Outfits at Incheon Airport on January 18, 2020 […]

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BTS’s “Black Swan” Is Giving Suga Fans What They Want: Hand Holding

Advertisements BTS‘s “Black Swan” is the gift that keeps on giving!   Ever since BTS dropped their new MAP OF THE SOUL: 7 song, “Black Swan”, fans have been brainstorming theories and hoping for sneak peeks. On January 20, BTS granted ARMY‘s wish by posting the first-ever rehearsal photos from “Black Swan” on Instagram.   Fans ate up […]

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VIP Nation Leaked Unconfirmed BTS Tour Dates For 2020

Advertisements Where will BTS‘s 2020 tour take them, and when? VIP Nation may have revealed the answers to these burning questions!   Shortly before Christmas last year, Big Hit Entertainment dropped a mysterious teaser image with the caption “April 2020. Stay tuned.” BTS’s 2020 tour will most-likely feature new songs from their upcoming album, MAP OF THE SOUL: 7, set […]

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Lee Yi Kyung Explains Why He Doesn’t Invite BTS’s Jin To His Movie Premieres

Advertisements Ahead of the premiere of his upcoming film “Hitman: Agent Jun,” Lee Yi Kyung recently sat down for interviews with news outlets. As he is known to be friends with BTS’s Jin, Lee Yi Kyung was asked if he invites Jin to his movie premieres, to which he shared that he doesn’t. The actor […]

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Here’s A Collection Of BTS’s Jin Being Cute For Your Viewing Pleasure

Advertisements Korean ARMYs started the hashtag #귀여운_김석진_대회 (Cute Kim Seokjin Competition) for BTS‘s Jin and ended up trending in South Korea with over 34K Tweets.   ARMYs all over started to join the trend and posted their favorite photos and videos of Mr. Worldwide Handsome Jin. K-armys are doing the “cute Kim Seokjin competition” with […]

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13 Photos Of BTS Making A Statement Wearing Slippers

Advertisements BTS, who are known for their great sense of style, seem to be able to rock anything and everything! Who knew that slippers could be so stylish? Here are photos of them rocking some great outfits with slippers.   1. The slightly preppy yet casual look   2. The camo meets vintage hobo vibe […]

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BTS’s Suga Just Told Jimin To Dance Shirtless, And His Reaction Was Perfect

Advertisements ARMYs, do you want to see Jimin dance shirtless? On January 19, BTS released their “Black Swan” Art Film reaction video. After they finished watching the video, RM commented on how he could imagine Jimin with the six black swans. I just pictured this as Jimin and the six black swans in my head. […]

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3 Reasons Why BTS May Have Used Autotune For “Black Swan”

Advertisements BTS recently released “Black Swan” along with the art film and fans are divided about the use of auto-tune. While some feel that this effect doesn’t do justice and would rather hear the member’s actual vocals, some feel that they may have intended to use auto-tune as a way to express themselves.   When […]

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