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Kim Tae-hyung (김태형), better known by his stage name V (뷔), is a South Korean singer-songwriter, record producer and actor under Big Hit Music . He is a member in the boy group BTS , and has the positions of vocalist , dancer and visual .

As a solo artist, he has released two self-composed digital singles, " 풍경 (Scenery) " and " Winter Bear " in 2019. He then made his official solo debut with his first mini album Layover on September 8, 2023.

He made his acting debut under his birth name on 2016 with the drama 화랑 (Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth) . [9]

• 1 Early life and education
• 2.1 2013–present: BTS
• 2.2 2016–present: Solo activities
• 2.3 Impact and influence
• 4.1 Mini albums
• 4.2 Features
• 4.4 Solo songs credited as BTS
• 4.5 Unofficial songs
• 4.6 Original songs
• 4.7 Adapted songs
• 4.8 Cover songs
• 5.2 Television series
• 5.3 Variety shows
• 5.4 Music shows
• 5.5 Music videos
• 7.1 State honors
• 7.2 World records
• 11 Video Gallery
• 12 References

Early life and education

V was born Kim Tae-hyung on December 30, 1995 in Daegu, South Korea, and grew up in Geochang County. He is the eldest of three children, with a younger brother and sister. V first aspired to be a professional singer in elementary school,and eventually began taking saxophone lessons in early middle school as a means of pursuing the career. V initially became a trainee for Big Hit Entertainment after passing an audition in Daegu.

After graduating from Korean Arts High School in 2014, V enrolled in Global Cyber University—he graduated in August 2020 with a major in Broadcasting and Entertainment. As of 2021, he is enrolled at Hanyang Cyber University, pursuing a Master of Business Administration in Advertising and Media.

2013–present: BTS

V shooting " Singularity " comeback trailer in 2018.

On June 13, 2013, he made his debut as a member of BTS on Mnet's M Countdown with the track " No More Dream " from their debut single album, 2 Cool 4 Skool . He was first credited for music composition in The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Part 1 when he co-wrote and co-produced the song " Hold Me Tight ". He also contributed to writing lyrics for the song " Boyz with Fun ", co-composed by fellow member SUGA . For the song " Run ", V's melody was used with Jung Kook's original lyrics for the next album The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Part 2 . He then did the same for a solo single called " Stigma " from the album Wings , which charted at 26 on the Gaon Music Chart and 10 on the Billboard World Digital Singles Chart. V has also released, unofficially, a cover of " Hug Me " with BTS bandmate j-hope as well as a cover of " Someone Like You " by Adele.

In May 2018, his second solo song, " Singularity " was released as the trailer for BTS' then upcoming third LP, Love Yourself: Tear . A month after its release, The Guardian added "Singularity" to its "Top 50 songs for the month of June 2018" playlist. Billboard included it in their Critics' list of the "Top 50 BTS songs" at number 28. The track made its UK radio debut on BBC radio on October 25. Overall, "Singularity" was generally well-received by critics and as a result, was mentioned on several year-end Critics' Choice lists. The New York Times ranked it twentieth on its list of "The 65 Best Songs of 2018", alongside " FAKE LOVE ". LA Times Pop Music Critic Mikael Wood named it the fourth "best and most replay worthy song of 2018". Guardian Music Critic Laura Snapes included it as one of her favorite tracks in their “Best Music of 2018: Albums and Tracks" list.

On October 24, V became one of the youngest recipients of the prestigious fifth-class Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit medal, awarded to him by the President of South Korea along with the other members of BTS for their role in the spread of culture.

V, together with bandmate j-hope , collaborated with Swedish singer Zara Larsson on a song called " A Brand New Day " for the soundtrack album of their mobile game BTS World. It was released on June 14, 2019 and debuted at number 1 on World Digital Song Sales Chart. Eight months later, he collaborated with bandmate Jimin for the song " Friends " and he also participated in the composition and writing of his solo song, " Inner Child " on their album Map of the Soul: 7 .

2016–present: Solo activities

V shooting Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth in 2016.

In 2016, V made his acting debut with a supporting role in KBS2's historical drama Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth under his real name. He also collaborated with fellow BTS member Jin for the Hwarang soundtrack entitled " It's Definitely You ". On June 8, 2017, he released " 4 O'CLOCK ", a song he co-produced with fellow BTS member RM , to celebrate BTS’ fourth anniversary.

V released his first full solo track outside of BTS, " Scenery ", on January 30, 2019 through the group's SoundCloud page. The ballad was written and composed by V—he also photographed the cover artwork—and produced by Big Hit producer Docskim, with additional contributions from two other Big Hit producers, Pdogg and Hiss Noise. It broke SoundCloud records for reaching 100 million streams from 20 million in over fourteen days, the shortest time for the platform. Over the course of the two weeks following its release, "Scenery" broke the daily streaming record nine times.  Seven months later, he released his second solo song and his first full English song entitled " Winter Bear " through SoundCloud, accompanied by a self-directed music video via BTS' YouTube channel on August 9. He co-produced the track together with RM, Hiss Noise , and Adora . He also photographed the cover artwork using his pseudonym Vante .

In 2020, V participated in a song titled " Sweet Night " for the soundtrack of the JTBC drama Itaewon Class which was released on March 13, 2020. Produced, written and sung by V, the indie pop song is entirely in English. The song received generally favourable reviews for its composition, vocal performance and warm lyrics, and debuted at number 2 on Billboard 's U.S. Digital Song Sales chart, the highest debut for a Korean soloist in the chart's history. On December 25, 2020, V released a solo track titled " Snow Flower " featuring Peakboy.

On September 8, 2023, he will make his first official debut with his mini-album " Layover ".

Impact and influence

V coined the phrase "I purple you" during BTS' fanmeeting in November 2016. Ever since then, purple has become a symbol of BTS and their fans. UNICEF also used the phrase for their anti-bullying campaign in collaboration with BTS.

In 2018, Eugene Investment & Securities Co., Ltd. conducted analytical research on Google search trends relating to the K-pop industry. "V" ranked first on the chart, meaning it was the number one most searched keyword for the past five years in South Korea. In a survey conducted by Gallup Korea, V was chosen as the 4th most preferred idol of 2019; he was previously ranked 9th in 2018.

Various artists have cited him as an influence and role model, such as The Boyz 's Younghoon , Hyun Jun (former The Boyz's Hwall), Golden Child 's Jaehyun , K-TIGERS ZERO 's Hyunmin (former Rainz 's Byun Hyun-min), ATEEZ 's Yeosang and Mingi , former D-CRUNCH members Jungseung and Dylan , XEED 's Bao (formerly of Lucente ), NewKidd 's Yunmin , Boy Story 's Hanyu, TXT 's Beomgyu , and former Wanna One member Park Ji-hoon .

V possesses a baritone singing voice that has received a generally positive critical reception, with particular praise for his vocal range and "husky" tone. He gained wider vocal recognition for his performance of his solo song " Stigma ", and was praised for his falsettos that showed off his vocal range and unique musicality. V's tonality on "Singularity", the opening track of BTS' Love Yourself: Tear (2018), was noted as a prominent "tone setter" on the album by music critic Blanca Méndez. Similarly, Katie Goh of Vice deemed it as "one of V's best vocal performances." Karen Ruffini of Elite Daily stated in their article that "V... has no problem producing super soothing, low tones that are a key element in the overall sound for BTS," with Tamar Herman from Billboard also noting that V's lower range is a prominent piece of BTS' music. V's musicality is heavily influenced by his love for jazz and classical music. Eric Benet and Ruben Studdard are among his inspirations.

As a performer, V's style is known for its "duality", or his ability to evoke various emotions on stage. British journalist Rhian Daly, writing for NME , particularly noted this when discussing V's performance of " Singularity " during the Love Yourself: Speak Yourself World Tour, describing his movements as "precise and deliberate". Crystal Bell from MTV noted V's performances often work with live cameras in concert venues, and how he utilizes them to create subtle expressions during performances.

Discography

See also: BTS Discography

Mini albums

• Layover (2023)
• Benny Blanco - " Bad Decisions " (with Jung Kook , Jimin , Jin and Snoop Dogg) (credited as BTS ) (2022)
• " 죽어도 너야 (It's Definitely You) " from " Hwarang OST Part.2 " (with Jin ) (2016)
• " A Brand New Day " from " BTS World: Original Soundtrack " (with j-hope and Zara Larsson) (2019)
• " Sweet Night " from " Itaewon Class OST Part.12 " (2020)
• " Christmas Tree " from " Our Beloved Summer OST Part.5 " (2021)

Solo songs credited as BTS

See also unit songs credited under BTS: Units

• " Stigma " from WINGS (2016)
• " Intro: Singularity " from LOVE YOURSELF 轉 'Tear' (2018)
• " Inner Child " from MAP OF THE SOUL : 7 (2020)

Unofficial songs

See also: Unofficial songs

Original songs

• " 네시 (4 O'CLOCK) " (with RM ) (2017)
• " 풍경 (Scenery) " (2019)
• " Winter Bear " (2019)
• " Snow Flower (feat. Peakboy) " (2020)

Adapted songs

• " Beautiful " (with j-hope , Jimin and Jung Kook ) (2013)
• " 흔한 아이돌의 크리스마스 (A Typical Idol's Christmas) " (with Jin , SUGA , j-hope and Jimin ) (2013)
• " 졸업송 Pt.2 (95 Graduation) " (with Jimin ) (2014)

Cover songs

• " Someone Like You " (2014)
• " Hug Me " (with j-hope ) (2015)
• " Jingle Bell Rock " (with SUGA ) (2019)

Filmography

Television series, variety shows, music shows, music videos.

◯ = Participates as writing/composer/producer , ✖ = Not participated as writing/composer/producer , W = Writing , C = Composer , P = Producer , R. = Reference

Awards and nominations

State honors, world records.

• His nicknames are: TaeTae, Blank Tae, CGV
• He is 28 years old in the US age and 30 years old in the Korean age.
• His zodiac sign is Capricorn
• His favorite number is 10
• He loves bright weather
• His favorite season is Fall
• His favorite colors are black, white, green and grey.
• His favorite foods are: any type of meat and Japchae.
• Before he received his stage name, he had the choice of picking either Six, Lex, or V, and he chose V, because it stands for victory
• He used to play the saxophone, since his dad said that a singer should play at least one instrument
• His favorite subject in school is Music
• He and Jimin used to be classmates in high school
• V's role model is his dad who takes care of V and his siblings and listens to everything they say.
• If he wasn't a performer he would be a saxophonist or a farmer.
• He has a pet dog named SoonShim .
• He loves Panda Express.
• He ranked 1st place in " The Most Handsome Faces of 2017 ".
• He got a adorable puppy named Yeontan/큰탄 in early 2018.
• He is very sociable and he has a lot of friends who are also idols. Some example are: Baekhyun (EXO), Park Bo Gum (who supported him before he became successful) and more.
• People used to say he has 4D, called him 'alien', but Taehyung doesn't like it.
• He used to post pictures with his signature name Vante , a combination of V his stage name and Ante from his favorite photographer Ante Badzim.
• His voice is most distinguishable from other members for its deep, husky vocal range.
• He almost debuted as a rapper in BTS rather than a vocalist.
• He can speak fluent Korean and Japanese, as well as basic English.
• When V's teaser image was released, 5 fan clubs were created.
• He has his driver's license.
• He is the pickiest eater out of all of the members.
• He is known for his love of classical and jazz music.
• When he has concerns, he shares them with Jimin and Jin.
• His favorite clothing brand is Gucci.
• He has been named the most fashionable in the group.
• He has an interest in the visual arts, including photography and painting.
• His motto include: "Live life coolly as much as you can," and "Since life happens only once, waking up at ease in the morning and working to your best ability is the best thing you can do."
• He likes amusement parks.
• He is ambidextrous.
• His family has been hit with poverty before.
• His three requirements for happiness are family, health, and honor.
• He says that his ideal date includes going to an amusement park or a nearby nature park.
• His favorite type of skinship is holding hands.
• He has a bad habit of biting his nails.
• He likes to search for obscure good songs in his free time.
• He likes to watch anime.
• He loves playing the saxophone.
• He describes himself as a monkey.
• If he had a superpower, it would be to talk to cars.
• He hates wearing shoes.
• He stated that he wants to marry his first love. His ideal type is someone who takes care of him and does a lot of aegyo. He wants someone who is charming and wears chic clothing and wide pants.
• He is afraid of heights.
• His Spotify playlist is titled:  V's Join Me .
• He likes the painting 'Starry Night' by Van Gogh. He has a picture of it hanging in his dorm room as well a phone case of it.
• He mentioned when he was younger, he went to the zoo and got spit on by a chimpanzee.
• His BT21 character is a red anthropomorphic heart named Tata. They wear a blue onesie with yellow polka-dots.
• He loves dogs a lot.
• His favorite singer is John Legend.
• His favorite hair color is red. [28]
• He became part of the dance lineup when they started preparing for their Love Yourself: Tear comeback.
• He came up with the infamous saying "보라해" (Borahae, I purple you) . This phrase, as well as the color purple itself, has great significance and has become a trademark for BTS/ARMY. Purple is seen as a color that indicates long-lasting trust, love, and affection. This phrase is BTS' way of showing their love and trust for ARMY.
• In 2017, he was in a television series called Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth .
• He is close friends with Park Seo Joon and Park Hyung Sik as they all three starred in a South Korean television series .
• He ranked 1st place in 100 Most Handsome Men of 2018 [29] .
• His favorite items are: his computer, big dolls, clothes, shoes, accessories, and anything unique.
• He has one single eyelid and one double eyelid.
• He clenches his teeth while he sleeps.
• He can only drink one glass of beer before he gets drunk.
• He doesn’t like coffee, but loves hot cocoa.
• He can dance in high heels. [30]
• He has a habit of collecting ties. [31]
• According to Yahoo Taiwan poll, V is the most popular BTS member in Taiwan.
• He can climb a tree but he can’t get back down.
• Has a total of 5 ear piercings. (2 on the right, and 3 on the left)
• He has been officially recognized by the KMCA (Korean Music Copyright Association) as a songwriter/producer; as he wrote and composed his song "Scenery" himself.
• He is the member with the most pets, having 5 in total. (4 dogs and 1 cat)
• He revealed in a Weverse reply that he has a chronic medical condition called cholinergic urticaria, whereby the afflicted person gets too warm, their skin breaks out in hives.

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• ↑ BTS' V and Ante (aka #Vante) have inspired a new wave of budding photographers
• ↑ "V said that fans called him “CGV” [also the name of a cinema franchise] because they say he has facial features that are so perfect that they look like they were made with computer graphics (CG)." from Soompi
• ↑ V's profile on BTS Official Website
• ↑ V's Profile on Naver (deleted)
• ↑ V on Weverse (February 14, 2024)
• ↑ V's profile on BTS Japan Official Fanclub [1]
• ↑ V's post in Weverse (October 19, 2021)
• ↑ YouTube: BTS (방탄소년단) MBTI Lab 1
• ↑ BTS’s V Debuting as an Actor Using His Real Name
• ↑ Information of the Song "Outro: Circle Room Cypher" on Melon
• ↑ 95 graduation by Jimin & V of BTS on Soundcloud
• ↑ Information of the Song "Hold Me Tight" on Melon
• ↑ Information of the Song "Boyz with Fun" on Melon
• ↑ Information of the Song "Run" on Melon
• ↑ Information of the Song "Run (Ballad Mix)" on Melon
• ↑ Information of the Song "Run (Alternative Mix)" on Melon
• ↑ Information of the Song "Stigma" on Melon
• ↑ 네시 (4 O'CLOCK) - R&V on Soundcloud
• ↑ 풍경 by V of BTS on Soundcloud
• ↑ Winter Bear on Bangtan Blog
• ↑ Information of the Song "Inner Child" on Melon
• ↑ Information of the Song "Sweet Night" on Melon
• ↑ Korean Music Copyright Association (KOMCA). Enter "IN THE SOOP" or "100003014323" in the field "Title and/or Alternative title" and hit enter.
• ↑ Information of the Song "Blue & Grey" on Melon
• ↑ Information of the Song "Skit" on Melon
• ↑ Snow Flower by V of BTS (feat. Peakboy) on Soundcloud
• ↑ 27.0 27.1 @BIGHIT_MUSIC on Twitter: #BTS #방탄소년단 #BTS_Proof Tracklist CD 3 (May 10, 2022)
• ↑ (Buzzfeed Puppy interview 2018)
• ↑ “Most Handsome Men in the World 2018”
• ↑ (Star King 151605)
• ↑ (DNA Comeback Show)
• SuperStar BTS
• Puzzle Star BT21
• LINE Hello BT21
• BTS Universe Story
• Rhythm Hive
• BTS Island: In the SEOM
• Hip Hop Monster
• 1 Begins ≠ Youth

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Kim Tae-Hyung (김태형), also known as V (뷔), is a South Korean singer, dancer, songwriter and actor under Big Hit Entertainment . He rose to fame as one of the members of the worldwide sensation BTS . When he was just fifteen years old, V accompanied his friend to audition at Big Hit Entertainment. He was only there to support his friend, but an executive noticed him and encouraged him to audition. Since V had no plans of auditioning, he had to call his parents to ask for permission. He ended up passing the audition and became an official trainee. In 2013, V made his official debut with BTS and went on to become one of the most popular and loved artists of his generation. Besides performing, V also took on acting projects. He debuted as an actor in late 2016 through the historical drama "Hwarang." On September 8, 2023, V made his official solo debut with the mini album " Layover ."

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V’s inspiring journey as the hidden member of BTS to the #1 Asian soloist in the world.

Today, Kim Taehyung or V of BTS is a household name. Today, the world sings songs of his talents, kindness, beauty, and records. It is impossible to imagine BTS without V’s soulful vocals, his jaw-dropping performances, and a personality brimming with kindness and cuteness. However, in 2013, BTS was visibly a six-member group as V was only revealed a few weeks prior to their debut. He was never shown in Bangtan Bombs, members logs, or on any social media posts prior to the official announcement. While Big Hit Entertainment has stated him as their “ Secret Weapon ” and fans concluded it as a marketing strategy, V has on various occasions talked about the downsides of being the hidden member. In his first-ever log, he mentioned that he felt lonely and said: “Even when we shot as a complete group, I wouldn’t be seen on screen but I was sitting next to the trash can.”

However, with the official announcement of BTS’s seventh and final member, one of the sub-vocalist and a visual of the group, V took over the hearts of fans fairly quickly. In under seven years, V has become one of the most popular and acclaimed members of the group.

Since debut, V has been widely known for his charismatic stage presence. His powerful dance moves, deadly facial expressions, and gestures have earned him the title of “ Stage Genius .” Today, numerous rookie idols express their desire to be a performer like him. Today, V holds multiple records with his fancams, most notably being the idol with the most-watched, most-liked, and most-commented solo fancam in K-pop history. So it comes to no surprise that he is now an official member of BTS’s dance line.

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In the earlier pieces of BTS’s discography, V was quite popular for his “growling” as many fans noted his deep voice as extremely sexy. As the years passed and the fans heard more of V’s voice, he became known as the one with the most distinctive voice color as well as the most soulful vocalist.

Several media critics have cited V’s lower range as a "prominent piece of BTS’s music” and remarked him for his vocal range and unique musicality and said: “V has no problem producing super soothing low tones that are a key element in the overall sound of BTS.”

Today, V is the vocal line member with the most KOMCA credits to his name proving his capabilities as a record producer. Furthermore, thanks to his solo songs: “ Scenery ” and “ Winter Bear ” which he released in the year 2019, V was reported as the “most-streamed artist on SoundCloud in 2019”

With the release of his first-ever solo song on paid platforms, V has written his name in music history as the first and only artist in the world to dominate the iTunes chart of 115 countries. V surpassed “ Hello ” by Grammy-winning artist Adele and has achieved records that popular western “chart monsters” such as Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and Drake are yet to achieve. He is also the only Asian soloist in history to dominate the major music markets in the world. With songs he has written, produced and sung such as “Winter Bear” “Scenery” and “ Sweet Night ”, V has reigned over the charts and streaming platforms rightfully earning him the title of “ #1 soloist in the world.”

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As a visual of the group, V has quite effortlessly proven his role as the “ stan attractor of the group. ” Whether it was with his “orange hair” in 2014 or going viral every time, BTS attended a western award show, V has stolen the hearts of fans worldwide. Today, V holds over 20+ visual titles and plastic surgeons and professionals across the globe deem his visuals as “unique and stunning” earning him the honorable title as the “ visual representation for K-pop .”

Moreover, V’s unique creativity and his ability to always think outside the box has left a significant mark in BTS’s history. “ I Purple You ” coined by V is a phenomenon. The color “purple” has officially become one of the most prominent factors in BTS’s career. Whether, it is the landmarks being lit up in purple in honor of the group or renowned brands, celebrities and media associating the color purple, and the purple hearts with BTS and ARMY, V has created a symbol for BTS.

One thing that hasn't changed in seven years is V’s endearing personality, his unique take on life and his ever-growing love for the fans. Whether it is his blurry selfies, his authentic fashion, his random love confessions, or his wish to heal people through his music, performances, and interactions, V has continued to be the “happiness preacher” for the fans in every way he could.

V who ended his first log with the promise that he would show many sides of him to the fans have over the years, successfully proven himself to be a multi-talented idol. He is today, an icon to many, an inspiration to fans worldwide and an incredible role model. With BTS renewing their contract for seven more years, it is exciting to see what more V has in store for the fans.

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A young boy who had to stand by the trashcan while his members were making vlogs and talking to their soon-to-be fans, someone who had his dreams crushed over and over, someone who had so many false scandals and got so much hate... But someone who kept smiling and working, improving and laughing, someone who finally was able to achieve his dreams...

Taehyung really has come a long way from a young country-side boy to a man who most people think of when they think of Kpop or Korea in general, he has really grown alongside BTS and still remained his humble, smiling self! I'm always so proud to be a fan of a man like this with outstanding talent and overflowing love from his huge heart! We bora you, Taehyung!!!

It's amazing to see how far these boys have come, V is really a total package along with the other members! I think all of them have really proven themselves! I'm glad they aren't just sitting around doing nothing during these hard times with covid.

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V Shares The Journey That Led to Layover – And How His BTS Members Helped Get Him There

By Michelle Hyun Kim

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Sure, V has achieved idol status during his decade-long career with BTS , received recognition as an actor for his supporting role in the 2016 Korean drama Hwarang , and established his own identity as a singer-songwriter . But he’s more than happy to admit that he doesn’t have it all figured out. 

For the past three years, the 27-year-old musician and actor, born Kim Taehyung, has been continuously writing songs, showing them to fans in occasional video livestreams only to start over entirely. All of it has been in pursuit of finding the right direction for the debut solo album that eventually became Layover , out Friday.

“Instead of taking a direct route, you could stop somewhere and stay for a while, or take a transfer, or do a layover,” he tells Rolling Stone through an interpreter on a brutally hot summer day in Seoul. “I just felt that my life, wherever it’s headed, would not follow a direct path.”

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Layover builds on V’s previous solo tracks, which include 2019’s “Scenery” and “Winter Bear.” In 2020, he released the melancholic ballad “Blue & Grey” as part of BTS, using sparse images of flower-lined streets and snow to express his inner world of grief and loneliness. Layover is also filled with complicated feelings that surround a sense of nostalgia, with its romanticization of the past and all its regrets. These were ideas V had started exploring through his original themes for Korean dramas like “Sweet Night,” for 2020’s Itaewon Class and “Christmas Tree,” for 2021’s Our Beloved Summer . They’re also a testament to his growth as an artist since joining Big Hit Entertainment at age 15. Through BTS, he’s shown his versatility and charisma through DMX-esque hip-hop vocals , high-octane dance EDM, and fun party rap. Now, he is embarking on his own journey, setting the itinerary himself. “I’m just beginning to paint the picture that is Kim Taehyung,” V says. 

While V perfected the songs on Layover , the album was executive produced by Min Hee Jin, the president of ADOR (a subsidiary label of HYBE), who has been renowned for her work on NewJeans, a group that draws on the spirit of the Nineties. Layover , however, delves further back into the past, with its palette of jazzy pianos, warm bass, and fluttering flute solos pulling from V’s love for jazz and classical music. 

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Yet in conversation, V’s demeanor is the opposite of gloomy. Showing flashes of playfulness, he takes advantage of the time that the translator spends interpreting in English to draw a goofy face on the whiteboard in the HYBE meeting room. Then, he pretends not to know it exists when I ask him about it. Throughout the rest of the conversation, he’s earnest as he offers his thoughts on his songwriting process, watching his fellow BTS members release their solo work, his obsession with scenery, and how he would personally define what “romance” is. 

What is the significance of this album title, Layover ? What kinds of thoughts or feelings does a layover bring up for you, and how did you express that in the songs? The title Layover came about while I was contemplating what my final destination is in my life and career and the way to get there. The intent behind naming my first solo album, Layover , is to represent a starting point ,like I’m just beginning to paint the picture that is Kim Taehyung. 

I realized there’s a long way to the final destination of my life. There’s a lot of different ways to get to that final destination.Why not give yourself the time to rest, look back at myself, and create new goals? Thinking about all of that, I decided on the name Layover . I really hope that listeners of this album will also take it as an opportunity to reflect on their lives, think about their goals, and take some moments of rest wherever they need. 

Last year, you mentioned in Weverse Magazine that you scrapped all the songs you made for this solo album and started fresh again. When you started over, did you want to go in an entirely new direction? For the past three or four years, I have been continuously songwriting and making music. Throughout that time, the thing that concerned me the most was how my taste and preferences, the kind of music I wanted to make, were changing every year, every month. You could say that I was being very ambitious about this solo album. I had an attitude of, “I wanna show this, and I wanna show that,” which is why the style [of the songs] continued to evolve.

The music that I’m working on now is stylistically different from this album.

So for Layover , what did you want to achieve with the production style? When I listened to it, I personally felt like there were jazz and classical music influences. As you mentioned, jazz and classical are my favorite genres, so I think I always had the desire to try making it myself. It was the music that I grew up listening to. Whenever I had free time, or when there was a break between my work, I tended to go back to those styles. I felt a sense of comfort while listening to them, so I really wanted to try to make music that also brings that feeling of consolation to the audience. While I was preparing this album, I thought, “Since this is the music that was always my source of comfort, why don’t I try to return the feeling for ARMY?” 

When did you first start listening to jazz, and what about it drew you in? I started listening to jazz when I was around 14 years old, in my first year of middle school, but it was not really by choice. I had started playing saxophone, and I had to practice for school admission exams, so I listened to jazz a lot. But I actually really hated it at the time. I thought to myself that I would never listen to it again after I was done [preparing]. 

But after time passed, I started to notice it again. You know, when you’re walking down the street and you just hear music in passing? I started hearing jazz songs that  I recognized,like  “Oh, I know this one! Oh, this is that song!”And it suddenly felt very fresh. Jazz started to have a new meaning, because it wasn’t part of my work or studies. After hearing it more naturally, I started falling in love with the genre and seeing its merits. I think it was around my early 20s that I rediscovered my love for jazz again. 

Oh definitely. You’re still young. Like we’ve both said, I think a lot of young people these days have nostalgia for an older time and they tend to romanticize it. To you, what does the word “romance” mean?  I think I live with the word “romance” in my mouth. It’s really part of my vocabulary. I tend to really enjoy the atmosphere and the vibe in the scenes of everyday life. I think I’m the kind of person to try to find meaning in everything. So whether that means going to beautiful places or eating delicious food or looking at nice scenery, I think that’s what romance is to me. You know, it’s like they say, “Live in style, die in style.”

In this album and the past songs you’ve written, you tend to reference a lot of nature, whether it’s rain, snow, the moon, or nighttime. Is it that you want to express your feelings through these kinds of images?  Yes. Our leader RM, he’s really great at writing lyrics in a poetic way, so I’m always learning from him. So whenever I study lyrics and write them myself, I tend to gravitate toward my favorite words. “Night” comes up a lot, because it’s my favorite time of day, and it tends to be the moments of my life when I think and reflect the most. “Snow” comes up because it indicates my favorite season. “Dawn” is also really great. I can be a person who thinks one-dimensionally or simply, so I try to adorn my songs with my favorite words. One by one, I try to bring out [the beauty of these words]. I try to learn from RM in that regard. 

Did any of your fellow members help you specifically with this album? Or is there any feedback they gave you when they heard the songs?  So I didn’t realize this at the time, but I really didn’t show the songs in progress with my bandmates that much. In the beginning, since J-Hope was the first to release his solo album, he listened to my songs. And Jung Kook also listened to my work-in-progress with me, and we had a lot of discussions about what the direction should be. But what I think is really interesting, especially after talking with all of them, is that all seven of us really have our own unique color when it comes to music. Our approach is completely different, and the way that we want our performances to look are different too, so I think that’s what made those discussions very fun. 

Why didn’t you show your members your songs that much?  It’s just that we didn’t have a lot of opportunities to meet in person, since we were all busy with our own personal schedules. For me, at that time, I was filming the show Jinny’s Kitchen . So whenever we did have a chance to meet, we just caught up on life, and we didn’t really have a chance to discuss music. 

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BTS, the band that changed K-pop, explained

The keys to BTS’s success: emotional resonance, sincerity, and an ARMY of fans.

by Aja Romano

In 2012, Rolling Stone published a list of the 10 K-pop bands most likely to make it big in the US. Achieving significant US fame was a newly attainable, if still distant, milestone for South Korean pop groups thanks to the 2000s’ tremendous exporting of South Korean culture overseas — a trend known as Hallyu, the Korean Wave. Rolling Stone’s list, which appeared two months before Psy’s “Gangnam Style,” included groups like Big Bang, Girls’ Generation, and 2NE1 — the greatest bands of what’s generally thought of as the “second generation” of pop groups to emerge during K-pop’s rise to international prominence.

It didn’t, however, include a group of teenage boys, then-recently assembled through a studio audition process, who were being meticulously polished and prepped for their debut. On December 22, 2012, the group released a number of Soundcloud clips featuring its seven members rapping in Korean and English — including a rap cover of Wham’s “Last Christmas.”

It was hardly the stuff of attention-getting Korean hip-hop. But the band in question — Bangtan Boys, later officially known as BTS — would go on to completely transform the image of all-male boy bands in South Korean music and shatter conceptions of what breakout success looked like for South Korean bands overseas.

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BTS’s rise to prominence has been so immense over the last few years that the band’s latest single, “Butter” — their first since a trio of groundbreaking, historic No. 1 singles in fall 2020 — is a major event.

BTS made headlines in 2020 with the hit single “ Dynamite ,” which became the first K-pop song in history to debut at No. 1 on the US Billboard “Hot 100” chart.

Having already racked up more than 60 million YouTube views in its first 12 hours online, “Butter” already seems positioned to be an even bigger hit for the band.

• With “Dynamite,” BTS beat the US music industry at its own cheap game

These US chart-toppers are huge accomplishments for BTS. The band has spent years building to this point, slowly conquering the American music scene with one milestone after another. Since 2018, when they became the first South Korean band in history to debut an album at No. 1 on the US Billboard chart , they’ve collaborated with major artists like the Chainsmokers , Steve Aoki , Nicki Minaj , Ed Sheeran , and Halsey . They’ve performed everywhere from Good Morning America to Saturday Night Live , from Times Square’s New Year’s Eve concerts to Grand Central Terminal .

In 2020, BTS garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group performance. They’ve even snagged a couple of Guinness World Records for their incredibly engaged fanbase .

So why was BTS the band that finally broke through the culture barrier overseas to make significant waves in the US? The answer lies in a combination of factors, and most of them are about change: the changing nature of K-pop’s studio culture and the way “idols” are produced; changing depictions of masculinity in South Korea; changing ranges of acceptable expression in K-pop; and, above all, the approach BTS has taken to building its fan base and interacting with its fans.

But to understand all this change, we have to back up a few years to understand how K-pop became the regimented industry it is today — and how BTS subverts that regimen.

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BTS is the product of an industry insider who wanted to create a new kind of idol

K-pop began on April 11, 1992, when a hip-hop trio called Seo Taiji and Boys performed in a talent show on a national South Korean network. Seo Taiji and Boys were innovators who challenged norms around musical styles, song topics, fashion, and censorship, which was unprecedented for a culture whose musical production had spent the past few decades subjected to strict government oversight. But it wouldn’t last.

In the ’90s, three powerhouse music studios began cultivating what would become known as idol groups. Assembled through auditions and years of grooming within an intense studio culture — the highly regimented system of idol group production in Korean and Japanese music studios — idol groups are polished to perfection, designed to present the very highest standards of beauty, dance, and musicality. Children who enter these studios spend most of their lives enduring rigorous training to become part of an idol group. If they’re chosen, the studio exerts a huge amount of control, not only over the songs they sing and the way their band is marketed but also over their daily lives .

Idol groups have come to dominate the Korean music industry, but there are well-known toxic and abusive elements to idol life. Over the last decade, the Korean government has taken steps to end the structural exploitation that has been a major part of Korean studio culture. But in the early 2010s when BTS was formed, most studios had a highly regimented, restrictive approach to idol group production. As part of the process, they systematically ironed out most of the personal expression and socially conscious music that Seo Taiji was originally known for — after all, it’s hard to express yourself when you’re contractually forbidden to have a personal life. Even today, idols typically only feel free to open up about their struggles after their studio careers have come to an end .

It was within this environment that a man named Bang Si-hyuk began to quietly build a different kind of studio, and to cultivate the band that would become BTS. A successful songwriter and music producer, Bang was nicknamed “Hitman” for writing a string of popular songs, from g.o.d.’s “One Candle” in 1999 to T-ara’s “Like the First Time” a decade later. He worked as an arranger and producer with the studio JYP until 2005, when he left to form his own Big Hit Entertainment.

But Bang also struggled with his position within the industry. As a studio owner, he confessed to insecurity about his work and said he admired singers who could express their personalities in their music. This combination of ideas — the honest musical expression of one’s creative anxieties — would become a crucial element of BTS.

In 2010, Bang began to assemble a group of teens for a group he called the Bulletproof Boy Scouts. This would go on to become Bangtan Boys, then BTS, but the ingredients of their success were inherent in the original name. Bang intended “bulletproof” to function as a celebration of the kids’ toughness and ability to withstand the pressures of the world. But he also wanted the band to be able to be sincere and genuine — not immaculate idols groomed amid studio culture, but real boys who shared their authentic personalities and talents with the world.

This approach was quite different from the normal studio approach to idoldom, wherein idols are trained to be pleasant but mild — to function as blank slates upon which viewers can project their fantasies. By contrast, Bang wanted BTS to be full of figures that audiences could relate to. In a 2018 interview with the South Korean newspaper JoongAng, he described how he originally thought of BTS as consisting of gentle, sympathetic idols who could mentor their fans:

I recently came across a company document from [2012,] the year before BTS debuted, in which we were debating what kind of idol group to create. It said, ‘What kind of hero is the youth of today looking for? Not someone who dogmatically preaches from above. Rather, it seems like they need a hero who can lend them a shoulder to lean on, even without speaking a single word.

To create that band, Bang had to shake up the established precedents for how idol groups are treated. BTS wouldn’t have strict contracts and curfews, and they’d be allowed to discuss the pressures of stardom. Their lyrics would be open about the cultural pressure placed on Korean teens to excel and do well and to repress their anxieties. In short, they would be frank, honest, and natural.

How they did it: a consciously authentic style combined with socially conscious messaging

“We came together with a common dream to write, dance and produce music that reflects our musical backgrounds as well as our life values of acceptance, vulnerability and being successful,” said BTS’s leader, RM, in a 2017 interview with Time . There are six main ways BTS breaks with established precedent for K-pop boy bands to carry out this mission:

• They frequently write their own songs and lyrics.
• Their lyrics are socially conscious and especially attuned to describing the pressures of modern teen life in South Korea.
• They create and manage most of their own social media presence.
• They aren’t signed to “slave contracts,” nor do their contracts have the grueling restrictions of other idol groups.
• They tend to focus on marketing entire albums rather than individual singles. (This is essentially still true despite their recent string of singles in the US.)
• They talk openly about the struggles and anxieties of their career instead of presenting an extremely polished image at all times.

It should be noted that most of these elements have been present in numerous other recent K-pop groups — most notably Big Bang, which probably influenced BTS more than any other K-pop group. What Big Hit Entertainment did, however, was systematize these elements in BTS, and market them hard.

In the earliest videos of the band, from the months before their 2013 debut, the members were styled as young and sweetly innocent , maintaining the common “schoolboy” concept of male K-pop idol groups. When the group officially launched in June 2013, however, it was with a hard style paying homage to old-school gangster rap. Their first single, “No More Dream,” was an ode to teen apathy, a rebellious rejection of Korean traditionalism.

And it wasn’t exactly popular: Early audience reactions included a lot of eye-rolling at what was viewed as a superimposed gangster image the band hadn’t earned. And while they were clearly leaning on the confessional lyrical apathy of Seo Taiji and his early successors, it all seemed contrived rather than real.

A K-pop commentator who goes by the mononym Stephen ran a weekly podcast, This Week in K-Pop , from 2013 to 2017, which chronicled new releases in K-pop and inevitably documented the rise of BTS. But Stephen and his co-hosts were initially skeptical of the band. “Now K-pop has faux hip-hop undertones everywhere,” he said. “But in 2013 there wasn’t really that much, other than Big Bang. So when [BTS] came out with this very in-your-face, ‘We’re hip-hop’ image, it felt a little silly.”

Stephen pointed out that K-pop in general suffers from this problem. “K-pop really likes the look and attitude of hip-hop, but not too much . It’s very surface-level: hip-hop as a culture rather than as a musical genre.”

BTS’s climb to success, then, involved the band finding a way to communicate that this confessional image was real. They did this by mixing their openness on social media with blunt and honest lyrics — and owning their status as an underdog group battling to succeed against other bands who came from established studios with larger budgets. They spoke openly of the influence of Big Bang, which was also known for its socially conscious messaging. And they covered Seo Taiji’s ”Come Back Home”:

In essence, they found a way to imbue their musical style with substance. This led to well-reviewed, pointedly personal works like their three-album series The Most Beautiful Moment in Life , which deftly mixed “theater [and] autobiography.”

Their two most successful singles from this period managed to neatly encompass this new direction. “ I Need U ” (2015) was a refreshing, personalizing step away from hip-hop toward an R&B sound, while “ Dope ” (2015) openly celebrated the endless grind of their lives: “Over half of the day, we drown in work / Even if our youth rots in the studio / Thanks to that, we’re closer to success.”

“Dope” also drew attention to the band’s talent in a major way: It was the moment South Korea realized that these boys could dance.

“‘Dope’ is probably my favorite video of all time,” Stephen told Vox in 2018. “Focusing on dancing like that — they weren’t the only ones doing it, but they were definitely the best ones doing it.”

“And they alternate,” he added. “They do the big, boisterous, in-your-face dance video. But they also do those more emotional mini-art-flick type videos.” And no BTS art flick is better than “Blood Sweat & Tears,” the gothic, gorgeous 2016 single that launched them into a new level of international fame.

Colette Bennett is an entertainment reporter and a huge fan of BTS — but even though she liked their music, it took a while for her to take their message seriously.

“When The Most Beautiful Moment in Life series started, I saw something,” she says. “And that’s when I went back and watched their old vlogs. Up to and after debut, [these] skinny kids all crammed in a studio the size of a broom closet. Just … being honest about how much they poured into what they were doing, humble about being scared and unsure, etc.”

To Bennett, the band’s frank discussion of mental health and the expectations placed on Asian teens was revolutionary. In 2016, she wrote a profile of the band that argued that they were changing the nature of K-pop through their interpersonal approach to image-making. While watching them on their 2017 “Wings” tour, she said, “there was a moment that really stuck out.”

“There’s a song the three rappers do called Cypher 4 . The refrain is, ‘I love, I love, I love myself / I know, I know, I know myself.’

“I looked around me at hundreds of people in their 20s cheering every word, and I thought, ‘My god. They’re using their influence to teach young people — the ones most inclined to grapple with self-hatred — to start considering what self-love means.’”

The BTS ARMY is real, and it is mighty

BTS’s fans — who collectively gained the nickname ARMY for their well-organized and loyal following of the group — responded to that confessional strategy so well that by 2015, tickets for the band’s sold-out limited US tour were reportedly being scalped for more than $10,000 . Since then, the band has sold out all of its four subsequent world tours , including a record-breaking 2019 tour that included a landmark concert at the Rose Bowl, and a 2020 tour that ultimately had to be canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Stephen told me that it took a while for the hosts of This Week in K-Pop to realize how big BTS had gotten. “We always thought the next big group to cross over would be a girl group, somebody like Twice ,” he told me. “I don’t think it really hit me how big they were until I moved to Korea in 2014 and talked to the children. Every single person in my school system, from teachers to high school students to middle school students to elementary — everybody knew who BTS was.”

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BTS’s international fandom was also hard at work making sure the band had a chance to break through. Throughout 2017, fans systematically bombarded North American retailers like Walmart , Target , and Amazon with pleas to stock BTS’s new albums — and then promptly pushed the albums up the sales charts . The ARMY was so mighty that by the time BTS made their US television debut at the American Music Awards in 2017, the audience was treated to a time-honored K-pop spectacle: an auditorium ringing with fan chants .

The international BTS fandom has worked to mainstream K-pop as few other factors have. On Tumblr, the internet’s unofficial home for fandom communities, BTS and its members reign supreme, recalling the vast reach of One Direction in its heyday. In April 2018, Tumblr decided to stop breaking out K-pop as a separate category in its popular weekly Fandom Metrics, an official Tumblr product that measures the popularity of fandoms and related subtopics across the site. By merging K-pop with English-language groups, the account could more accurately reflect the relative popularity of K-pop bands to their Western counterparts.

The first week the categories merged, BTS debuted at No. 1 on the platform, ahead of Beyoncé and Harry Styles.

So who are these guys, anyway?

Bang’s initial idea for BTS was to build not a boy band, but rather a supporting crew around one talented teen: Kim Nam-joon, a.k.a. RM. He quickly opted to go the idol group route instead, and it took nearly three years of trying out different combinations of members and styles for the boy band to finally emerge.

Most K-pop groups have band members who occupy fixed, noticeable positions within the band: the leader, the public “face” of the group; the “visual,” whose main role is to be pretty; and so forth. Not every group has set roles, and most roles change over time. And because BTS is trying to be less staged than other groups, its roles are a lot blurrier than other groups. Still, there are a few constants.

The leader and lead rapper: RM

Born Kim Nam-joon, RM is a 26-year-old rapper and the first member recruited to BTS. It’s not exaggerating to say that the entire band was built around him.

RM first made his name as an underground rapper; still in his teens, he was frequently spotted spitting verses alongside his friend Zico, who would go on to become the leader of the K-pop group Block B. After a friend told Bang about the rapping teen, Bang recruited him into his studio, where fans gave him the pre-debut nickname “Rap Monster.” From there, the idea to form an entire idol group rapidly took shape, and the Monster shortened his stage name to RM.

The dancer/rapper: J-Hope

Jung Hoseok, a.k.a. J-Hope, sometimes called Hobi, is most frequently described by fans as a ray of sunshine, thanks to his sweet personality. The 27-year-old is one of the group’s main songwriters as well as a frequent choreographer, its lead dancer, and one of its three main rappers. (He sings well, too!) Since joining the group, he’s had a notable solo debut that landed him in the top 40 on the Billboard 200. And have I mentioned his chin could cut glass ?

The vocalist/dancer: Jimin

No single member of BTS is its “face,” but the spotlight often belongs to 25-year-old singer and dancer Park Jimin. Jimin is frequently positioned as the group’s lead vocalist. He’s also a part of the group’s dance line, for good reason , along with J-Hope, Jungkook, and Taehyung.

The mentor vocalist: Jin

The 28-year-old Kim Seokjin, a.k.a. Jin, is the group’s oldest member, and as such he frequently occupies a mentorship role within the group (complete with dad jokes). He’s one of the group’s main vocalists, and though he’s not officially the group’s “visual,” he seems to have a habit of accidentally going viral for being beautiful.

The prodigy: Jungkook

Depending on when and whom you ask, Jeon Jungkook is either the designated “face” of the group, the designated beauty, the designated main singer, the group’s centerpiece member, or all of the above. But there’s one role that never changes: At 23, he’s the youngest. The group often calls him the “golden maknae,” a.k.a. the golden child, because he’s a bit of a wunderkind in terms of talent. In fact, he was in high demand before he settled on joining Big Hit because he looked up to RM. But he’s unquestionably the baby of the group — and arguably its most popular member.

The rapper: Suga

Min Yoongi, stage name Suga, is one of the group’s three rappers — though it should be noted he, like fellow rappers J-Hope and RM, is also a decent singer. At 28, he’s also one of the oldest members, which makes him something of a group dad. His name comes from his preferred basketball position of shooting guard, but legend has it that Bang chose the name for him because it reflects his “sugary” personality — subtle, yet sweet and generous .

The vocalist/dancer: V

The 25-year-old Kim Taehyung chose the stage name “V” for victory — but it could just as easily stand for “versatile”: He’s one of the vocalists, he worked his way onto the dance line, and he’s even tried his hand at rapping. His playful, quirky personality (let’s call it “singular” ) and penchant for stealing the spotlight have made him one of the group’s most popular members. It also probably doesn’t hurt that he has chemistry with everything that moves.

Each of the members of BTS has been hands-on regarding their own careers from the start. As the group has gained more and more power in the entertainment industry, they’ve also each developed their creative and professional sides. By this point in their long careers, every band member has produced, written, or co-written multiple tracks on the group’s albums, and most of them have also worked on independent productions and songs outside of BTS.

For example, rapper Suga has also released two bestselling mixtapes under his alter ego rap handle, Agust D . And vocalist Taehyung co-produced and co-wrote the hit 2020 single “ Sweet Night, ” released as part of the soundtrack to the popular Korean drama Itaewon Class .

On top of all this, the band members all play a variety of musical instruments, in addition to routinely splitting the duties of dancing, singing, and rapping. They’re an immensely talented group of artists.

But perhaps their biggest asset is their shared ability to directly communicate their love and affection to fans. When the band appeared in the annual Time 100 in 2019, entertainer Halsey wrote their profile, making a point of highlighting BTS’s authenticity:

Outwardly, they are polished and professional, but hours of laughter, secret handshakes and gifts exchanged show those around them that underneath this showstopping, neatly groomed movement are just some guys who love music, one another and their fans.

Stephen told me there’s a real core appeal in what BTS is doing. “A lot of their ballads really do sound like they’re talking to you and confessing to you, more so than a lot of pop standards,” he said.

BTS has pulled off this confessional, one-on-one intimacy all while building an international fanbase, despite considerable language and cultural barriers. And in that respect, BTS has truly become an international revelation.

BTS has made major inroads for other K-pop bands and changed the way we think about international fandom

Understanding BTS’s rise to the top also means acknowledging that they’re not alone in their class: They’ve succeeded and grown alongside other bands that have also been innovating and reaching new levels of international success — like Blackpink, which in 2019 became the first K-pop girl group to perform at Coachella . Collectively, this K-pop generation is rapidly changing the conversation and pushing the limits of what K-pop is allowed to be.

But BTS has also done more than arguably any other band to expand K-pop’s international reach — as well as the way international media and the music industry are forced to contend with K-pop. After all, as the lyrics to “Butter” note , the band’s “got Army right behind us when we say so” — a major brag, but one that’s clearly accurate. And BTS fans aren’t just making themselves visible to the music industry. They were also at the forefront of the 2020 push to drown out racist hashtags on social media, and both fans and the band itself have condemned anti-Asian racism .

As BTS and their fandom gain more attention, they’re diversifying mainstream music in America at a moment when artists like The Weeknd have called out the recording industry for its gatekeeping . Between the band’s undeniable talent and diligent work ethic and the fandom’s immense influence over charts, sales, and media coverage, the BTS phenomenon is essentially unstoppable.

Moreover, whatever groundbreaking changes come next for K-pop will likely be a direct result of BTS’s influence. Already, American production companies are moving to bring even more aspects of K-pop to the US. For instance, MGM recently partnered with K-pop studio SM Entertainment to bring the K-pop reality competition format to Hollywood.

Even more intriguing: On the back of BTS’s tremendous success, its parent studio BigHit recently renamed to HYBE Entertainment and, in a billion-dollar deal , acquired heavy-hitting manager Scooter Braun ’s entire portfolio of clients. That means BTS’s studio now oversees artists like Justin Bieber, Demi Lovato, and Ariana Grande. With that potential industry power, and that much fan support at its back, HYBE and BTS could well be poised to shape the music industry in ways hitherto unseen.

And whatever they do next? Will likely be Dynamite.

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BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene,” is a Grammy-nominated South Korean group that has been capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally since its debut in June 2013. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition for their authentic and self-produced music, top-notch performances, and the way they interact with their fans, BTS has established themselves as “21st century Pop Icons” breaking countless world records. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN ‘Speak Yourself’ speech, the band has mobilized millions of fans across the world (named ARMY) , collected four No. 1 songs in a span of 9 months, performed multiple sold-out stadium shows across the world, and been named TIME’s Entertainer of the Year 2020. BTS has been nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for the 63rd Grammy Awards and recognized with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards and MTV Video Music Awards.

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• Born December 30 , 1995 · Daegu, South Korea
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• Kim Tae-Hyung known professionally as V is a South Korean singer, song-writer, dancer, actor and a member of the boy band BTS. After graduating from Korean Arts High School in 2014, V enrolled in Global Cyber University, graduating in August 2020 with a major in Broadcasting and Entertainment. As of 2021, he is enrolled at Hanyang University, pursuing a Master of Business Administration in Advertisement and Media. V became a trainee for Big Hit Entertainment after passing an audition in Daegu. The CEO of the label, Bang Shi-Hyuk revealed in interview that V was kept as a "hidden member" until the septet's debut in 2013 to avoid any chances of him being pursued by other music labels. As a singer and song-writer, V is popularly known and critically acclaimed for his husky baritone, diverse range and the confidence to present something new with every solo release. As a performer, V is deemed as the "Textbook for Idols" due to his ability to embody any choreography, his duality, and for the sheer charm he presents on stage. V is also named as the "Idol of Idols" due to the amount of K-pop idols naming him as their inspiration. In 2016, V made his acting debut with a supporting role in a historical drama Hwarang: The Poet Warrior. In 2019, he debuted as a music directed with his self-composed song "Winter Bear." Throughout his career, V has released commercially successful soundtracks for two Korean drama series along with collaborating with his fellow members and friends with self-composed hits. His official solo debut EP Layover released on September 8, 2023 received global critical acclaim for his authenticity and vocal performances and has set multiple records worldwide. In 2018, V became one of the youngest recipient of the fifth-class Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit medal, awarded to him by the President of South Korea alongside the members of BTS for their role in the spread of Korean culture. Throughout his career, V has won various awards in areas such as singing, dancing, choreography and he also owns two Guinness World records for being the fastest artist to reach one and ten million followers on Instagram. In 2022, V was facilitated by the National Tax Services for being a Conscientious Taxpayer. - IMDb Mini Biography By: ohlikekth
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• V is an art-lover and enjoys visiting museums and collecting art in his free time.
• V's role model is his father.
• V was raised by his grandmother and he often talk about her demise being one of the hardest phases of his life.
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• I want everyone to have their own interpretation when I put on a certain appearance. I love the freedom that allows one person to get one thing from what I do while someone else gets a different feeling. I find it interesting to see other people make different images of me in their imagination based on the way I express myself.
• My favorite music and genre itself gives me comfort. Like people who give you comfort just by being by your side through hard times.
• I release a song if I feel it expresses who I was and how I felt at the time when I wrote it. Even if we record it perfectly, if the result sounds artificial, I would rather release another, more honest sounding song instead, even if it's not perfect.
• If life were just a continuation of only happy moments, wouldn't that be boring? When you have something sweet, you want to have it with something bitter or salty. I think that's life.

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Kim Tae-hyung (Korean: 김태형), known professionally as V (뷔), is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and a member of the boy band BTS. Since his debut with the band in 2013, V has performed three solo songs under their name—”Stigma” in 2016, “Singularity” in 2018, and “Inner Child” in 2020—all of which charted on South Korea’s Gaon Digital Chart.

Outside of his projects with BTS , V appeared in the 2016 television series Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth and contributed the single “It’s Definitely You” to its soundtrack. He released his first independent song, the self-composed “Scenery”, in 2019. In 2023, V made his official debut as a solo artist with the release of the singles “Love Me Again” and “Rainy Days”. His debut solo album Layover was released on September 8, accompanied by a third single, “Slow Dancing”.

V (BTS)Details:

V early life and education:.

V was born Kim Tae-hyung on December 30, 1995, in the Seo District of Daegu, and grew up in Geochang County. He is the eldest of three children, with a younger brother and sister. He is of the Gwangsan Kim clan.

V first aspired to be a professional singer in elementary school. With his father’s support, he began taking saxophone lessons in early middle school as a means of pursuing a musical career. V eventually became a trainee for Big Hit Entertainment after passing an audition in Daegu.

After graduating from Korean Arts High School in 2014, V enrolled in Global Cyber University, graduating in August 2020 with a major in Broadcasting and Entertainment. As of 2021, he is enrolled at Hanyang Cyber University, pursuing a Master of Business Administration in Advertising and Media.

Before his debut with BTS, V was kept as a “secret member,” unknown to fans until the group’s official unveiling. This secrecy initially caused him feelings of loneliness and uncertainty about his position within the lineup. However, on June 13, 2013, he debuted with BTS on Mnet’s M Countdown with the track “No More Dream” from their debut single album 2 Cool 4 Skool.

V’s involvement in music composition began with BTS’ The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1 EP, where he contributed as a co-writer and producer for the song “Hold Me Tight.” He also lent his talents to the melody of the song “Run” on the follow-up EP, The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 2. His first solo track, “Stigma,” was featured on BTS’ 2016 studio album Wings, which he both co-wrote and composed.

In May 2018, V released his second solo song, “Singularity,” as a trailer for BTS’ Love Yourself: Tear album. The track received acclaim from critics, earning placements on various year-end lists and ranking highly on critic’s lists such as The New York Times and Los Angeles Times.

V’s contributions to BTS’ music continued with collaborations like “A Brand New Day” with J-Hope and Zara Larsson for the BTS World mobile game soundtrack, and “Friends” with Jimin. He also wrote and composed his third solo song, “Inner Child,” which was included on BTS’ 2020 album Map of the Soul: 7.

In July 2021, V was appointed as a Special Presidential Envoy for Future Generations and Culture by South Korean President Moon Jae-in, along with his BTS bandmates, to promote Korean culture and diplomacy on the global stage.

In 2016, V ventured into acting with a supporting role in KBS2’s historical drama “Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth” under his real name. He also collaborated with fellow BTS member Jin on the duet single “It’s Definitely You” for the drama’s soundtrack. As part of BTS’ fourth-anniversary celebration in 2017, V released “4 O’Clock,” a song he co-produced with RM.

V’s solo music journey continued with the release of “Scenery” on January 30, 2019, his first independent song. It quickly gained popularity, setting records on the BTS SoundCloud page. Later that year, he released his second solo track, “Winter Bear,” his first all-English song, accompanied by a self-directed music video.

In 2020, V contributed “Sweet Night” to the soundtrack of the JTBC drama “Itaewon Class,” which received positive reviews and debuted at number two on Billboard’s Digital Songs chart in the United States. He followed this with the release of the Christmas-themed song “Snow Flower” on December 25.

V’s solo endeavors continued to flourish in 2021 with the release of “Christmas Tree,” which debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his first solo entry on the chart. He also starred in the Disney+ reality series “In the Soop: Friendcation” alongside Peakboy, Park Seo-joon, Choi Woo-shik, and Park Hyung-sik.

In 2023, V expanded his horizons by appearing in the Prime Video exclusive cooking-travel show “Jinny’s Kitchen” and securing brand ambassador roles for SimInvest, Celine, and Cartier. His self-composed songs “Scenery,” “Winter Bear,” and “Snow Flower” were released as official singles worldwide ahead of his debut solo album, “Layover,” which achieved record-breaking first-week sales and debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart.

V Personal Life (Boyfriend):

Since 2018, V has lived in Hannam-dong, Seoul, South Korea with his bandmates. In July 2019, he bought an apartment worth ₩5.1 billion (2019) (US$4.38 million).

As with all the BTS members, V is currently single, but rumors around his relationship status have filled social media over the years too. The biggest dating rumor was that BTS member V & Korean actress Kim Yoo-Jung but ultimately, there was no evidence to support that the two Korean celebrities were involved.

V Military service:

On November 22, 2023, Big Hit announced through Weverse that V, along with bandmates RM, Jimin, and Jungkook, had started the enlistment process to carry out his mandatory military service. He enlisted on December 11. Upon completion of his extended military training, he was assigned to the ‘Ssangyong Unit’ of the 2nd Corps on February 8, 2024, serving under the Special Task Force of the Military Police Corps.

V Discography:

Studio albums.

• Layover (2023)
• “It’s Definitely You”
• “Scenery”
• “Winter Bear”
• “Sweet Night”
• “Snow Flower”
• “Christmas Tree”
• “Love Me Again”
• “Rainy Days”
• “Slow Dancing”
• “Fri(end)s”

V Filmography:

V tv series / web series:, v (bts) filmography:.

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BTS Fandom Name: A.R.M.Y (Adorable Representative MC for Youth) BTS Official Light Stick Color: Silver-Gray BTS Fandom Color: Purple (Unofficial)

BTS Dorm Arrangement (Since 2018): – RM, Jin, SUGA, V, Jung Kook (all single rooms) – J-Hope & Jimin (they have a bigger room, so they decided to share it) NOTE: They are currently mostly living on their own. (BTS Festa video)

BTS Official Accounts: Instagram: @bts.bighitofficial Twitter: @bts_twt Facebook: bangtan.official Official website: bts.ibighit.com V Live: BTS channel Official Fan Cafe: BANGTAN TikTok:  @bts_official_bighit Weverse: BTS

RM Facts: – He was born in Ilsan, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. ( Source ) – He has a younger sister, Kim Kyung Min . – Education: Apgujeong High School; Global Cyber University – Electronic engineering major (bachelor) – In 2006 RM studied languages in New Zealand for 4 months. (Bon Voyage 4 – Ep 1) – His favorite foods are meat (especially Samgyeopsal) and Kalguksu (Korean knife noodles). – He taught himself how to speak English and can speak it extremely well. – BTS has been around since 2010, but they debuted in 2013 because of the constant member change up. RM is the only member left from the original line up. – Despite his rough and tough image, he is very playful and relaxed. – Hobbies: Surfing the web. – His favorite colors are black, pink, and purple. (BTS interview for J-14 Magazine from 170505) – His favorite number is 1. – His favorite items are clothes, computer, books. – He likes clear weather. – His role models are Kanye West , and A$AP Rocky . – He is a big advocated for lgbtqia+ rights. – RM thinks silver hair suits him the best. (Buzz Feed Interview 2018) – He has co-composed/co-produced 160+ songs. – He released his first solo mixtape, “RM” on March 17, 2015. – On November 13 2017, Namjoon wrote a message on the group’s official fan cafe announcing he changed his stage name from Rap Monster to RM. Namjoon stated that “RM” stands for “Real Me”. – He made his official solo debut on December 2, 2022 with the full-length album “ Indigo “. – On December 11, 2023 RM and V quietly enlisted at the Korean Army Training Center in Nonsan. – RM’s ideal type: “sexy, even to a brain. Someone that is thoughtful and confident” Show more RM fun facts + members’ opinion about him

Jin Facts: – He was born in Anyang, Gyeonggi-do, but when he was about 1 year old his family moved to Gwacheon, Gyeonggi-do – He has an older brother, Kim Seok Joong , 2 years older than him. – Education: Konkuk University; Hanyang Cyber University – Films major (masters/graduate) – He is the oldest member. – His favorite number is 4. – His favorite weather is Spring sunlight. – Hobbies: Cooking, playing videogames on Nintendo devices, taking selcas. – His role model is T.O.P from BIGBANG . – He blinks his left eye when he is hungry. – Jin’s favorite color is blue. (According to BTS interview for J-14 Magazine from 170505). His favorite color used to be pink. – He also likes Disney princesses. – He is a very good cook. – He enjoys looking at photos and recipes. – His favorite foods are lobster, meat, and naengmyeon (Korean cold noodles). – According to the other members, he has the best body in Bangtan. – Jin thinks pink hair suits him the best. (Buzz Feed Interview 2018) – He made his solo debut on October 28, 2022 with the single album “ The Astronaut “. – On December 13, 2022 Jin officially enlisted as an active-duty soldier. His estimated discharge date is June 12, 2024. – Jin’s ideal type is a girl whose looks and personality is similar to that of a puppy, who’s good at cooking, kind and takes good care of him. Show more Jin fun facts + members’ opinion about him

Suga Facts: – He was born in Buk-gu, Daegu, South Korea. – He has an older brother, Min Geumjae (born Min Junki ). – Education: Global Cyber University – Liberal Arts Major (bachelor) – He speaks with a satoori accent when he’s nervous and when he cries. – Hobbies: Doing nothing when he has free time, taking photos, avoiding having to do work. – His favorite food is meat. – He is called Motionless Min because on his days off he doesn’t do anything. – His favorite color is white. – His favorite number is 3 – Suga loves taking photos. – His favorite weather is where you can wear short sleeves at day and long sleeves at night. – He likes to make rhymes for everyday situations/gags. – His role models are Kanye West , Lupe Fiasco , Lil Wayne , and Hit Boy . – Suga has co-composed/co-produced 120+ songs. – Suga uses the alias Agust D for his solo works. (“DT”, short for his birth place “Daegu Town”, and “Suga”, spelled backwards) – He made his official solo debut on April 21, 2023 with the full-length album “ D-Day “. – Suga started his military service on September 22, 2023. – Suga’s ideal type is someone who likes music, especially hip-hop. He says he doesn’t really care about looks. Show more Suga fun facts + members’ opinion about him

J-Hope Facts: – He was born in Gwangju, South Korea. – He has an older sister known as, Mejiwoo . – His father is a high school literature teacher (teaching at Gwangju Global High School). – Education: Gwangju Global High School; Global Cyber University – Was the rapper in 2AM ‘s JoKwon ‘s “Animal“. – Chose the name “J-Hope” as his stage name because he wants to be a source of light and hope to his fans. – He loves kimchi. – His favorite season is Spring. – Hobbies: Listening to music and window shopping. – His favorite color is green. (because it’s the color of hope – Billboard interview) – His favorite number is 7. – He auditioned and won a popularity award at a JYP Entertainment competition. – He is very clean. – He hates exercising/working out. – J-Hope and B.A.P Youngjae auditioned together for their JYP audition. – His role models are G-dragon of BIGBANG , A$AP Rocky , J.Cole , and Beenzino . – He thinks red hair suits him the best. (Buzz Feed Interview 2018) – J-Hope has co-composed/co-produced 110+ songs. – On March 2, 2018, J-Hope released his 1st mixtape “Hope World”, with the title track “Daydream”. – He made his official solo debut on July 15, 2022 with the album Jack In The Box . – On April 18, 2023, J-Hope started his military service. His estimated discharge date is October 2024. – J-Hope’s ideal type is a girl who loves him, is good at cooking, and thinks a lot. Show more J-Hope fun facts + members’ opinion about him

Jimin Facts: – He was born in Busan, South Korea. – He has a younger brother, Park Jihyun . – Education: Busan High School of Arts; Global Cyber University – Theatre and film major (bachelor) – Jimin was the last member to join BTS. – Hobbies: Relaxing whenever he gets a chance. – His favorite number is number 3 – His favorite colors are blue and black. – His favorite foods are pork, duck, chicken, fruit, and kimchi jjigae. – Jimin doesn’t like spinach (Run BTS ep. 65) – He prefers a sunny and cool weather. – Is known for his impressive abs. – He jokingly hits his fellow members as a way of showing his affection for them – If music is playing he will start to dance no matter where he is. – His role model is TaeYang of BIGBANG . – He made his solo debut on March 24, 2023 with the mini album “ Face “. – Jimin and Jungkook enlisted on December 12, 2023. – Jimin’s ideal type is a nice and cute girl who is smaller than him. Show more Jimin fun facts + members’ opinion about him or Quiz: How well do you know Jimin?

V Facts: – He was born in Daegu, but later moved to Geochang where he spent his life until he moved to Seoul. – He has a younger sister ( Kim Eun Jin ) and a younger brother ( Kim Jong Gyu ). – Education: Korea Art School; Global Cyber University – It is said that when his teaser image was released 5 personal fan clubs were created. – He has been in the group for awhile, but fans didn’t know of hear of him until the time around his debut. – He likes anything that is unique. – V’s favorite foods are Japchae and any type of meat. – Hobbies: Searching for music that no one listens to, going on the computer. – His favorite number is 10. – His favorite color is grey. (According to BTS interview for J-14 Magazine from 170505) – They call him Blank Tae because of his blank expression. – He has a habit of biting his nails and sticking out his tongue. – His role model is his dad. – V favorite items are computer, big dolls, clothes, shoes, accessories, and anything unique. – Members say he is a horrible cook. – He acted in the Korean drama “Hwarang” (2016-2017). – V ranked 1st in the “Top 100 Most Handsome Faces of 2017“. – V thinks red hair suits him the best. (Buzz Feed Interview 2018) – He is  made his solo debut on September 8, 2023 with the mini album “ Layover “. – On December 11, 2023 V and RM officially enlisted at the Korean Army Training Center in Nonsan. – V’s ideal type is someone who takes care of him and loves only him and who has a lot of aegyo. Show more V fun facts + members’ opinion about him or Quiz: How well do you know V (Taehyung)?

Jung Kook Facts: – He was born in Busan, South Korea. – He has an older brother, Jeon Junghyun . – Education: Seoul School of Performing Arts; Global Cyber University – Before joining the group he was a handball player. – Hobbies: Drawing. – GOT7 ‘s  Bambam & Yugyeom , BTS ‘s Jungkook , Seventeen ‘s The8 , Mingyu , DK ,  NCT ‘s Jaehyun and Astro ‘s Cha Eunwoo (the ’97 liners) are in a group chat. – His favorite foods are anything with flour (pizza, bread, etc) – He likes the number 1 – His favorite color is black. (Run BTS Ep. 39) – Jungkook thinks black hair color suits him the best. (Buzz Feed Interview 2018) – Said to be a very skilled cook. – He likes shoes and makeup. – Jungkook is ranked 1st on TC Candler “The 100 Most Handsome Faces of 2019”. – His role model is G-Dragon of BIGBANG . – He made his solo debut on July 14, 2023 with the digital single “ Seven “. – Jungkook and Jimin enlisted on December 12, 2023. – Jung Kook’s ideal type is someone who’s at least 168 cm but smaller than him, is a good wife, good at cooking, smart, has pretty legs, and is nice. Also a girl who likes him and is good at singing. Show more Jungkook fun facts + members’ opinion about him or Jungkook’s Tattoos & Meanings

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Note 2: The listed heights are taken from BTS’s official site and their Naver official profile , but the profile was updated when members later confirmed other heights. Jin confirmed his current height is 179.5 cm (he said he is 1.5 cm shorter than RM), V confirmed his height is 178.8 cm (“Let’s BTS” March 29, 2021), Jungkook confirmed his height is 177 cm (“Stationhead Radio” Oct 1, 2023).

Note 3: To clear up the confusion and a common misconception: Sub Vocalist/Sub Rapper and Vocalist/Rapper have the same meaning . The accurate terms used in South Korea are Main, Lead and Sub

Note 4 : The current listed positions are based on their official profiles on Melon, SBS, Chosun (Korean news magazine) etc. We may have a different opinion on the positions but we are respecting the official published positions. When any updates regarding the positions will appear, we’ll update the profile again. -Link to Melon Profile      -Link to Chosun Article     – L ink to SBS Profile

Source for V ‘s Visual position: BTS Run ep. 16 ( Eng Sub ). Source for J-Hope, Jimin and Jungkook being the Dance Line : May 2022 and January 2019 . Note:  Part of the  dance line means either the Main Dancer or the Lead Dancer.

For reference on MBTI types: E = Extroverted, I = Introverted N = Intuitive, S = Observant T = Thinking, F = Feeling P = Perceiving, J = Judging

BTS firstly took the MBTI Type test in 2017, but updated their MBTI types in October 2020. V updated his result on Weverse on Oct. 22, 2021. In December 2021, Jungkuk updated his MBTI type result to INTP-T. Update: All the BTS members updated their MBTI results on May 6, 2022. (Source: BTS MBTI 2022 ver. ) RM updated his MBTI to ENTP on June 9, 2022. (Source: Instagram Story)

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Kim Taehyung, mostly known as ‘V’, is one of the members of the popular boy band Bangtan Boys(BTS). He is widely recognized for his cute looks and fashion style. Kim is also a record producer and vocalist for BTS.

Kim Taehyung Age and more

Kim Taehyung (born December 30, 1995) is 28 years old as of 2024. He blows off his birthday candles on December 30 every year. According to his birth date, his zodiac sign is Capricorn.

Biography: Family, Education

Kim Taehyung was born to a family of farmers in the Seo District of Daegu, South Korea. He had a troublesome childhood and struggled a lot because his parents were poor. However, Kim says that his parents and especially his dad is the reason behind his success. He currently lives in Seoul with his siblings. Kim’s younger brother is named Kim Jeong and he has a sister named Kim Eon Jin. He attended Korean Arts High School with Jimin and he is a graduate of Global Cyber University. Kim completed his high school in 2014.

Kim Taehyung Net Worth

The net worth of Kim Taehyung is $10 million as of 2024. He earns a huge amount of money through his band’s tours, live performances, sales of songs, YouTube content, and guest appearances. Kim is one of the most popular youths in South Korea and he does not have any side hustles because of his massive popularity.

Career Information

Kim Taehyung always wanted to be a singer since very a young age. He began his career as a singer when he joined BTS on June 13, 2013. He first uploaded a remix of “Old School Love ft. Ed Sheeran” with Jimmin on Soundcloud after completing his graduation. His first track with BTS was titled ‘ No More Dream’. Kim composed the famous song ‘ The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Part1’ and c0-wrote the song ‘Hold Me Tight’. His single ‘Stigma’ hit number 10 on the Billboard World Digital Singles. It also ranked number 26 on the Gaon Music Chart.

His debut as an actor was through the movie ‘Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth’. Kim’s band BTS has owned several awards like Melon Music Award, Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards, Golden Disk Award, and Seoul Music Award. He is the second-youngest member in the band and Jin as well as JungKook are his best pals. He is working under the ‘Big Hit Entertainment’ label. The Korean star is popular by his stage name ‘V’ and can play saxophone and keyboard.

Height and Weight

Kim Taehyung stands 5 feet and 10 inches tall. He has a slim figure and his weight is 62 kg. V has an adorable smile and is mostly praised for his fashion sense as well as personality.

Girlfriend and Dating

Kim Taehyung is handsome and has many fan-girls. But, he is single and has no girlfriend. He has also not disclosed any of his previous relationships on media yet.

Wife and Children

Kim Taehyung is unmarried and is not romantically involved with anyone. He is not reported to have any children either.

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V Biography – BTS

“V” aka Kim Taehyung , one of the shooting stars of the seven-membered famous South Korean group “ BTS” . He is a multi-talented chap, whose presence can be seen in different dimensions offstage as well as on stage. He is a popular songwriter, singer, and dancer too. He is one full-pack performer and charmer. He is also addressed by the name ” Tae ”. His presence is highly visible around the globe as well as in the local area. He is popular for his charming and powerful vocals. Let’s get to know more about V’s life and career in this article.

The hip-hop artist creates magic on stage. He created and implemented the first hit for the members and the world “2COOL 4 SKOOL” and “Boy in Luv” . His music is not limited to geographical boundaries, Its internationally hitting the charts. He possesses 5 million fans on his Twitter page. V is considered an “eye candy” for girls around the globe.

All About V (BTS):

V is not a follower of one specific religion. V beholds the nationality of South Korea. His ethnic background can be traced to Asia. He believes in the world as a whole. His contribution to unity and integrity is very much visible at the Global level.

V (BTS) – Journey From Dust to Stars:

“Tae” blows a candle and cuts the cake every December 30 . He was welcomed by his family in 1995. Currently, the charming boy turned 26. He belongs to a well-settled family. His family belongs to Seo district, Daegu, South Korea. V’s upbringing was done in Geochang County, located in South Gyeongsang Provinces, South Korea. V has various nicknames like Tae, Blank Tae, TaeTae, and others. The middle-class family enrolled the shining star in Changnam Elementary school for his initial days. Later on, he was shifted to Geochang Middle school. V’s interest in music started building here only. 

For his high schooling, he was admitted to Korean arts high school, he finished his graduation here. But as learning never stops he got himself enrolled at Global Cyber University and passed with flying colors with a degree of bachelor’s under the field of Broadcasting and Entertainment. Some sources also refer that he behold a master’s degree in Business Administration From Hanyang Cyber University. Kim and another member “Jimin” made a precious piece of work named “Old School Love ft. Ed Sheeran. The mix got appreciation around the globe. The mix was special for them as it depicted their graduation celebration. V joined the band around 2011 but was not revealed as the major or official member of the group until 2013. His work ‘Hold me tight’ and ‘Fun Boys’ were one of a kind.

The Secret of V’s Interests:

Everyone wanna peek into their favorite celebrity’s personal preferences and love to know about his personal life. V (BTS) is a Capricorn and the eldest among his siblings. He has a great heart for animals and also, V has 3 pet dogs named SoonShim, Yeontan, and Ssyongssyong (unconfirmed), along with a cat named Kkanji . V also knows varied languages like Japanese and English apart from native Korean. With no surprise, the young charmer was ranked at 1st position in “The Most Handsome faces of 2017” . He has also been part of the famous “GQ” Magazine. His personality can be concluded as ambidextrous. His two personal hobbies are collecting ties and watching anime.

V’s Awards:

Kim aka V’s presence in the South Korean music industry is well recognized and appreciated. Kim Taehyung has bagged several awards in several years. Soompi Award has his name twice for the category of Best Idol Actor and also Best Choreography for recurring two years 2018 and 2019. In the year 2020, he bagged the APAN Music Awards for the category of Best OST. 

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V BTS: The Unfiltered Story

Anchal Ojha

V BTS is a name that has become synonymous with the global phenomenon that is K-pop. Behind the glitz and glamour of his success lies a story that is as raw and unvarnished as it is inspiring. Also, his struggles, triumphs, and the unfiltered story that has made V BTS the beloved artist he is today. 

Join us on a journey to uncover the real V BTS  

Who is kim taehyung   .

Kim Taehyung, better known by his stage name V, K-Pop is a South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor. He was born on December 30, 1995, in Daegu, South Korea. 

Career  

V began his career as a member of the K-pop group BTS , also known as the Bangtan Boys, which debuted in 2013. He was selected as a member of the group after passing an audition in Daegu. V’s unique vocal tone and style helped him stand out among the other members, and he quickly gained a large following among fans. 

The Meteoric Rise to Stardom

Kim’s excursion started when he and his present bandmate Jimin made a remix of ‘Old School Love ft. Ed Sheeran’ and uploaded it on Soundcloud to praise their graduation. He proceeded to join Bangtan Sonyeondan in 2011; however, he wasn’t uncovered to be an authorized individual from the band until 2013. 

BTS V self-composed many songs, such as ‘Hold Me Tight’ and co-composed ‘Fun Boyz.’ His tune joined with Jungkook’s unique lyrics and put ‘Stigma’ on the 26th position on the Gaon Music Chart and tenth on the Billboard World Digital Singles Chart. Kim is notable for his front of ‘Someone Like You by Adele, which acquired him a great deal of popularity. Moreover, his band BTS has won various Melon Music Awards, Gaon Chart K-pop Awards, Golden Disk Awards, and the Seoul Music Awards. 

Fan Following of V  

Now, he is renowned for being one of the leading members of the famous K-pop group Bangtan Sonyeondan (known as BTS). As he is regularly called, V or Tae enjoys a huge fan base inside South Korea and internationally. This hip-hop artist is known for his innocent charms and strong vocals. BTS V’s most popular songs are ‘2 Cool 4 Skool’ and ‘Boy in Luv.’ His fan following mainly includes young girls who can’t get enough of his adorable looks and charming persona!   

Acting career of V  

In addition to his music career, V has also pursued acting. He made his acting debut in the historical drama “Hwarang” in 2016, where he played the role of Han Sung. He has also made cameo appearances in other Korean dramas. 

Hit releases   

As part of BTS, V has released numerous hit singles and albums. Some of their most popular songs include “Dynamite,” “Blood Sweat & Tears,” and “Boy With Luv.” Additionally, BTS has been credited with popularizing K-pop and has won numerous awards, including multiple Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards. 

Personal Life

Offstage, V is known for his kind and humble personality. He has a close relationship with his family and often mentions them in interviews. He is also known for his love of photography and has shared some of his work on BTS’s social media accounts. 

What Makes Kim Taehyung Special    

Kim Taehyung is one of those individuals who appear suddenly, just to take the internet by storm, almost overnight. In addition to being an unbelievable performer, musician, and songwriter, he is also a budding actor.  

Being his multi-skilled self, he shows the possibility of a splendid future. Besides being so talented, he is likewise the essence of his band and is effortlessly viewed as one of the most well-known K-pop artists ever. There are many other  most popular K-POP artists  also, who are popular and famous among teenagers.   

V is known for his unique fashion sense and has been recognized for his contributions to fashion. In 2018, he was named one of the 100 most handsome faces in the world by TC Candler. 

Conclusion     

Moreover, this blog offers a close and honest look into the life of one of K-pop’s most beloved artists. With all the raw and unvarnished details about his career, personal life, and rise to fame, this biography provides a rare glimpse into the real person behind the celebrity.  

From his early days in Daegu to his status as a global superstar, V BTS has overcome obstacles and challenges to become one of the most respected and admired performers in the industry.  

Despite his success, V remains focused on his passion for music and continues to work hard to improve his skills. He is admired by fans around the world for his talent, creativity, and genuine personality. This unfiltered story is a must-read for anyone who wants to know more about V BTS and the incredible journey that led him to where he is today. 

Written By:

Anchal Ojha, a wordsmith at GrooveNexus, is a professional content writer with a passion for storytelling. Armed with a post-graduate degree in English literature from Banaras Hindu University. She shows a deep interest in language and literature. Fueled by her profound love for music and the entertainment industry, aspires to create a world, where words and melodies dance in harmony.

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BTS V aka Kim Taehyung

Creating history because that's what he and his group BTS are known for doing, Kim Taehyung, aka V, has achieved a historic milestone with his debut solo album, "LAYOVER." After "Slow Dancing (Piano Ver.)" hit 100 million streams, this album became the first by a K-pop soloist to have all its tracks surpass 100 million streams on Spotify.

ALSO READ | BTS' V makes history with 'FRI(END)S' - A look at Kim Taehyung's hits on global iTunes charts

These accomplishments are even more special as for his debut album, Taehyung did not collaborate with any other artist. In fact, his album emphasizes more on the pop, R&B, jazz, and lo-fi genres, displaying Taehyung's distinct singing style and artistic vision.

Furthermore, "LAYOVER" became the fastest album by an Asian act to reach this milestone, having done so in just 258 days and breaking NewJeans's previous record for their album "Get Up."

BTS Kim Taehyung's album LAYOVER

Furthermore, "LAYOVER" even demonstrates Taehyung's widespread appeal because it became the fifth album globally and the third among male singers to have all its tracks surpass 100 million streams on Spotify.

When "LAYOVER" was released on September 8, 2023, it was hailed for its avant-garde aesthetic. V even made his dog Yeontan the focal point of both the album covers and the music videos. 

The popularity of "LAYOVER" is a credit to Taehyung's talent and the devotion of his fan base, known as ARMY, who praised him on X (formerly known as Twitter) to celebrate the ground-breaking accomplishment.

Where is V?

Taehyung started his military service in South Korea in December 2023. The necessary military service is being rendered by all other members of BTS, namely Kim Namjoon, Kim Seokjin, Min Yoongi, Jung Hoseok, Park Jimin and Jeon Jung-kook. 

The group's oldest member, Jin, who enlisted in 2022, and J-Hope, who enrolled in April of last year, will both be released in 2024, while the remaining members will go by 2025. They have vowed a spectacular reunion for the following year.

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BTS V makes history! Kim Taehyung becomes 1st K-Pop soloist to have all 'LAYOVER' tracks hit 100M streams on Spotify

C reating history because that's what he and his group BTS are known for doing, Kim Taehyung, aka V, has achieved a historic milestone with his debut solo album, "LAYOVER." After "Slow Dancing (Piano Ver.)" hit 100 million streams, this album became the first by a K-pop soloist to have all its tracks surpass 100 million streams on Spotify.

ALSO READ | BTS' V makes history with 'FRI(END)S' - A look at Kim Taehyung's hits on global iTunes charts

These accomplishments are even more special as for his debut album, Taehyung did not collaborate with any other artist. In fact, his album emphasizes more on the pop, R&B, jazz, and lo-fi genres, displaying Taehyung's distinct singing style and artistic vision.

Furthermore, "LAYOVER" became the fastest album by an Asian act to reach this milestone, having done so in just 258 days and breaking NewJeans's previous record for their album "Get Up."

Furthermore, "LAYOVER" even demonstrates Taehyung's widespread appeal because it became the fifth album globally and the third among male singers to have all its tracks surpass 100 million streams on Spotify.

When "LAYOVER" was released on September 8, 2023, it was hailed for its avant-garde aesthetic. V even made his dog Yeontan the focal point of both the album covers and the music videos. 

The popularity of "LAYOVER" is a credit to Taehyung's talent and the devotion of his fan base, known as ARMY, who praised him on X (formerly known as Twitter) to celebrate the ground-breaking accomplishment.

Where is V?

Taehyung started his military service in South Korea in December 2023. The necessary military service is being rendered by all other members of BTS, namely Kim Namjoon, Kim Seokjin, Min Yoongi, Jung Hoseok, Park Jimin and Jeon Jung-kook. 

The group's oldest member, Jin, who enlisted in 2022, and J-Hope, who enrolled in April of last year, will both be released in 2024, while the remaining members will go by 2025. They have vowed a spectacular reunion for the following year.

Enjoy 35+ OTTs like ZEE5, LionsgatePlay, Ullu, SunNXT, SonyLIV, Fancode and 250+ Live TV channels at just ₹99