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BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan)

BTS
BTS Group Photo (source: nolae.eu)

BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, is a South Korean boy band formed in 2010. They are the best-selling artist in South Korean history and have helped spread K-Pop globally.

Quick Facts

  • Debut Date: June 13, 2013
  • Company: BIGHIT MUSIC (HYBE)
  • Fandom Name: ARMY
  • Generation: 3rd Generation
  • Official Colors: 💜 Purple

Members

Use the table below for a quick member overview.

Name Role Fun Fact
RM Leader, Main Rapper Taught himself English by watching the TV show Friends.
Jin Sub Vocalist, Visual Known as "Worldwide Handsome".
Suga Lead Rapper Also produces music under the name Agust D.
J-Hope Main Dancer, Sub Rapper Was a famous street dancer before debut.
Jimin Main Dancer, Lead Vocalist Was a top student in modern dance.
V Sub Vocalist, Visual Plays the saxophone.
Jungkook Main Vocalist, Center, Maknae Known as the "Golden Maknae" because he is good at everything.

Albums and Major EPs

Year Release Type Title Track Official Sample
2022 Proof Anthology album Yet To Come Official video
2020 BE Studio album Life Goes On Official video
2020 Map of the Soul: 7 Studio album ON Official video
2019 Map of the Soul: Persona EP Boy With Luv Official video

Key Achievements

  • First K-Pop act to reach #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
  • Grammy Nominated (multiple times).
  • Spoke at the United Nations (twice).

Why they are famous

BTS is known for their self-produced music, authentic lyrics about mental health and social issues, and their fandom - ARMY.

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