In a stunning revelation, BTS members have disclosed that their English songs were not 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 from creative choice but rather a necessity imposed by the pandemic. During a recent interview, the globally acclaimed K-pop group expressed their discomfort with singing in English, emphasizing that they would have preferred to stick to their Korean roots. However, they felt cornered into releasing English tracks like “Butter” and “Permission to Dance” due to the inability to connect with fans amidst concert cancellations and social distancing measures.
This revelation has ignited a firestorm among ARMYs, many of whom have long debated the appropriateness of K-pop groups releasing English songs. While BTS achieved unprecedented success with their English-language tracks, including the chart-topping “Dynamite,” a significant portion of their fanbase remains steadfast in their desire for the group to focus on Korean releases. The group’s leader, RM, candidly admitted that he and his bandmates were not keen on the idea of singing in a language they felt less comfortable with, indicating that the pressure to cater to international markets has led to a sense of loss regarding their identity.
The boys’ sentiments echo a previous commitment made by Bang PD, stating that BTS’s goal was never to abandon their Korean heritage. Jin, the eldest member, lamented the challenges of performing in English, revealing that the process of learning pronunciation had been mentally exhausting. The stark contrast between the members’ artistic intentions and the commercial pressures from their label, HYBE, has raised eyebrows and sparked fresh discussions about the integrity of K-pop.
As fans rally around the notion of preserving BTS’s cultural authenticity, the question lingers: are the boys being forced to compromise their artistic vision for commercial success? With the release of more English songs on the horizon, ARMYs are left wondering how this will impact BTS’s legacy and their beloved sound. The world watches closely as this saga unfolds, eager to see how the boys navigate the turbulent waters of fame and identity.