BTS Crash Course 2020: History & Music of a World Sensation

[@sugaspice5151]

**Nov 2020 update:** Watch BTS's reaction to their first Grammy nomination for Pop Duo/Group performance: twitter.com/BTS_twt/status/1331298544834076672 BTS’s intimate new album "BE" is musical therapy as a pandemic rages on. Watch the Jungkook-directed music video for “Life Goes On” (kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2bUZqCQl8pmjJo). Full album here: kzbin.info/aero/OLAK5uy_lrj6FwTFFdXG2HCmEMDQWzRDrBU8NLdhw Tracklist: - Life Goes On - Fly to My Room - Blue and Grey - Skit - Telepathy - Dis-ease - Dynamite **Oct 2020 update:** Online concert MAP OF THE SOUL: ONE on 10/10-10/11 had a record-breaking attendance of 993,000 fans, equivalent to selling tickets for 15 stadium shows. Also: BTS spends a whole week on Jimmy Fallon's "Tonight Show" with new performances, games, and interviews (kzbin.info/aero/PLykzf464sU9_z3BXl7ne0r7ocHYTIozi5 ). Jungkook, Suga, and J-Hope team up with Jason DeRulo and Jawsh 685 for a remix of "Savage Love" ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6fYZaGGgt6fabc ) which joins "Dynamite" at the top of Billboard charts. **Sept 2020 update:** "Dynamite" remains at the top of global charts 1 month after debut, including #1-#2 on the US Billboard charts. BTS continues promotions, including at NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concert (kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXe8couplpyjm5o ) resulting in a stream of donations to public radio. BTS was invited to the the UN assembly again to deliver a message of hope (kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5KzlmyLrpZjpJY) as the global pandemic continues. **Aug 2020 update:** BTS releases their first English-language single "Dynamite" which debuted at a historic #1 on the US Billboard Charts (kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZW9fZxvpLyBkMk), and performed it at the MTV Video Music Awards (kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHumlZ6FpbpsZsk). In other news, BTS will be releasing a new album by the end of 2020. **Jul 2020 update:** BTS releases the Japanese-language album "Map of the Soul: The Journey," with the original songs "Stay Gold" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3qrqKSar52Lntk), and "Your Eyes Tell" a song produced by Jungkook for a movie of the same name (kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYekpWugrLqimKs). The rest of the album includes Japanese versions of their most popular songs from recent years. **Jun 2020 update:** When BTS donated $1 million to Black Lives Matter, ARMY also raised $1 million in 24 hours to match the donation. Hell yeah. Other things that happened: BTS donates another $1 million to Crew Nation charity to help concert crews who are out of jobs, we celebrated BTS's 7th anniversary at BTSFESTA which included a free song from Jungkook on Soundcloud (soundcloud.com/bangtan/thankyouarmy2020), BANGBANGCON live concert drew in a record number of viewers for a paid online event, BTS speaks and performs on the worldwide KZbin graduation event "Dear Class of 2020" (kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6O3mKeCZrmdpNU). **May 2020 update:** Suga releases his second mixtape "D-2" under his alias AGUST D, with title song "Daechwita": kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3jNcoqAZ9-Kjas . I made a guide to all the mixtape lyrics here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zWoZSbYrB7fqc **April 2020 update:** World tour was postponed due to COVID :( Stay home & stay safe! Together we watched the BANGBANGCON online marathon of past concerts. **Feb 2020 update:** New album “Map of the Soul: 7”* dropped 2/21/20. Following the Jungian themes “persona,” “shadow,” “ego, ” it is a heartfelt reflection on their journey and exposes the vulnerable person underlying their personas. *Links to Album* : twitter.com/bighitent/status/1230785148062298113?s=21 *Videos* (remember to turn on *English captions* with the cc option on official MVs): - *Shadow* : kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoeUmHasr9WGr5I - *Black Swan* music video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp3EoXlqebaDgbM - *Black Swan art film* : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHjFpoh8h8mMp7c - *ON* performance film “Kinetic Manifesto”: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naiwkmmdpdR4b6s - *ON* music video (title track): kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4G5dXqFi8-Fh5I - *Ego* : kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp6koXeYq7N2jsk - *We are Bulletproof: The Eternal* : kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYa6c4yAn9p8gpI *Full tracklist:* Intro : Persona Boy With Luv (Feat. Halsey) Make It Right Jamais Vu Dionysus Interlude : Shadow Black Swan Filter My Time Louder than bombs ON UGH! Zero O’Clock Inner Child Friends Moon Respect We are Bulletproof : the Eternal Outro : Ego ON (Feat. Sia)

[@sugaspice5151]

Finished the album yesterday...this is truly their manifesto. Reflective, complex, and earnest - it shot up my list and ties with “HYYH: Young Forever” as my favorite album. Strongly recommend going through each track in order...fans who are familiar with their history and ongoing challenges will be reduced to tears.

[@j-hobi1417]

Idk if it’s be hard to do but could you edit/update one with the new album?? A bet we’re about to get an influx of new armies!

[@ablindinglightthatnolonger8379]

hi! first of all, thank you for all the amazing content that you put so much work on. It's mainly thanks to you if I'm now appreciating the guys in a way that I would have never expected. I've got to ask you for a favour. I'm going to attend an interview to get into the University I want to go to. To this interview, I have to bring a presentation, so I would like to bring a docu-video about the guys' "Love Myself" campaign. I love the style of your videos, so I would like to know (if it's not troublesome to you) the program/ programs you use to edit your crafts and how you take clips from other videos or interviews. If you get to read this, thank you for your time.

[@sugaspice5151]

@@ablindinglightthatnolonger8379 Hello, I use Vegas pro, and just download videos straight off KZbin (there are programs and browser apps that let you do this)

[@sugaspice5151]

@@j-hobi1417 sorry, I don't revise videos after I upload them. Thinking of doing a video just on the new album but will need to get some money to pay for video editing software first

[@kooma7190]

I'm a 50 year old Korean-American ARMY and the last part made me cry again like a 5 year old. THANK YOU y'all international ARMY for showing the boys such heartfelt love and affection.

[@sweetestbee]

💜 I am 38 year old Chinese - Indonesian ARMY. Saranghae

[@irenesarrowchimmyjungkookc32]

💜SARANGHAE. Sarang from britain💜

[@jerrysmith7449]

OK, guys. I'm a 65-year-old French-American ARMY from Texas. Started listening/watching BTS in 2015, following the August 2014 release of their album "Dark and Wild". Members write content that matters to [any age] audience and here's why: the issues the lyrics address are important - they are about growing older - and, hopefully wiser - as one makes his or her way through life. It's one thing to cite the millions of decisions a person must make to advance through life but it's quite another to provide many of the alternatives one make use to continue an upward path toward [true] happiness. You must love yourself AND improve yourself. You cannot love yourself, or anyone else, if you do not RESPECT yourself or your family, friends, or mate. Absent humility, a necessary ingredient for self-evaluation you cannot fully be worthy of respect from others. This is true throughout your life. BTS leads by example. After seven years the members know each other, they respect one another, love each other, and [usually] work to ensure the success and happiness of their six brothers. Just like any family they fight, pout, sulk, and make up - that's what people do. I don't know if the overarching message from BTS could have originated from any culture outside of Korea. The cultural values of hard work, humility, valuing others, and mutual support are significant touchstones in Korean life. Congratulations BTS! You positively influence the perspectives of people from [all] age groups by recognizing basic human truths! I can't thank you enough.

[@zinaidaziaa6079]

@@jerrysmith7449 you made me so overwhelmed with your cmmnt....💜💜

[@bernadetterochford512]

im 52 year old irish army ,saranghae!!

[@msjadhav5192]

Suga said very well: we set a goal, but now we are even higher. We wanted to be on 15 floor, but we are on 60th. I feel happy for them, and scared in same time.

[@jocelyn9744]

Oh yeah I'm scared too I will just try to do my best to protect and support them no matter what

[@RatherNotSay-vl5nh]

LET'S PROTECT BTS AT ALL COSTS!💜

[@silkwave5200]

scared indeed, they are only human.

[@n.e.o.n3983]

At times we expect a lot from them forgetting that they are humans just like us

[@maria-estelapamittan1496]

Ms Jadhav i wish you well.Pls don't be scared!Let's join hands and pray for them!Suga speaks from his heart as always and it always mattered!

[@gracesarmiento4057]

JungKook crying at the Grammy is really iconic. I love BTS.

[@leyasheib.btsgflover4136]

Me toooooooooo I love jungkook soooo much💘

[@nanikkaryawati5782]

😂😂😂so cute JK

[@tannie618tran7]

that make me lol.. adorable is our maknae

[@saralisica39]

Where???

[@tannie618tran7]

@@saralisica39 last year when Dolly Parton performed at grammy

[@pathenry243]

Well I am 78 and have gone through a few eras of music ,rock and roll skiffle ,Beatles, punk new wave heavy metal, and a lot of none descript, music in between,but not one of these has made me feel like BTS has done,and when they thank the people for loving them it is said with sincerity,my hope is for each of them to find loving partners wether it’s man or woman,and to live happy and peaceful lives,and to feel the happiness that they have given to so many people,so I thank all seven of them,for bringing me such happiness at my time of life

[@btsenjoyer]

YES!! WE HAVE TO MAKE THIS GO VIRAL AND PEOPLE REACT TO THEM LIKE THE INTRODUCTION VIDEO. 🥺

[@rsrs9065]

i dont see anyone recommending this to reactors :(

[@blackpinksmum6114]

RS RS i just did 😹💕

[@Arya-wh3mv]

You made very emotional story of bts ...i m also fan of bts you created a magic in this....love from india...💗

[@kial9982]

Let's help each other, let's all share this link to army big fanbase and to the many reactor. To help it spread like the Introduction: who is BTS. This will make a big difference and help many new army

[@0Annou0]

yes guys, share it

[@Arniqua]

Me, a veteran ARMY, graduated the BTS course long ago. Am still here, going through my old books... Ah, the fond memories..

[@fluidragon]

Mood.😂😂.....honestly same tho

[@anyasoares1758]

I was there at the wembley concert and I feel so lucky

[@naimba]

I was at Wembley stadium D2 as well I'm still not over it lmfao 💜🤟🏼😭😭💜

[@skybee4212]

happy to hear it u guys r sooo lucky i wish i too can at someday

[@yashiichan]

I was there too 💜✨

[@tova1412]

i was there the day before, but i could see how magical it must have been through videos and the atmosphere i still felt when videos started appearing on twitter. you're lucky to have been there!

[@karinyte211]

Same 😭 It was so beautiful. Me and my friend couldn't stop crying. 😭😭😭

[@elizabethmoore6640]

I'm 53 soon-to-be 54 in February and I love BTS with my whole heart and soul

[@sandyt8981]

I'm 56 and I do, too.

[@alleycat5109]

@@sandyt8981 I only been following bts since December but not are they only extremely talented singers and dancers they are humble and down to earth and they love their fans. Even though I only been a fan a short time I have noticed everyone no matter race gender or age can be a fan. I just turned 48 in January, Hopefully one day I'll see them in concert.

[@nettlemoon]

Yay! I’m 34 and loves them so much! I love how proud they are to have such a diverse fan base. They inspire such love and admiration and attract such a wide variety of people for a reason! Their talent, hard work, and ability to articulate the human experience is so beautiful to see and hear. Not to mention their relentless pursuit and emphasis on the power of LOVE. Love is all, and it is the driving force behind life in so many different ways. I just am so so happy and proud to be an ARMY. We are in this together! Yay! Love you ARMY and BTS, all of you!

[@nettlemoon]

Alley Cat i hope you get to see them in concert too! I love that Taehyung said that he won’t rest until every ARMY who wants to, can see them live. Ugh! I love them so so much! I will be rooting for you to see them live one day! To actually be in the same space as them, to see them up on stage and hear them talk to you-there is nothing like it! You will make it to a concert, I just know it! Xoxoxo 🥰🥰🥰

[@gmg7672]

I'm 45 and I started watching BTS only because my kids are into them. As I learn more about them I begin to appreciate their talents and hard work. As a mother I "heart" them like they're my boys! And I worry about them...are they working too hard, are they taking good care of themselves, how are they dealing with the stress... haha! What can I say? I'm a mom!

[@philau934]

Eric Nam is a gem. His explanation of tannies' past and rise to fame is good enough to be in a documentary.

[@lineepegu9341]

I really wished Yoongi could speak English fluently, as his thoughts are very clear and he really knows what's going on. He and Namjoon would have been so powerful together while being interviewed overseas.

[@mariemichellequintos4292]

Yoongi is also eloquent. I like how he speaks his mind.

[@hopeworld8572]

The last part made me cry again😢

[@hinkyt25]

I cried so hard because the 花樣年華 ERA and Young Forever remind me the old memories.... when BTS is not famous yet they still work so hard....

[@dr.ankitapattanayak2848]

Every army loves this moment .

[@tamannabora]

Loved it! I'm a 41 year old mother of two from India and a diehard Army! I have Laughed with these boys and cried with them..... I just love them to bits! 😍

[@melav1407]

I am 58 mom 🇺🇸 I am looking forward to buying my first BTS CD. Thanks BTS 💜7 with love ✌

[@Shelly_army410]

I am 31 year old Army from India... based in Delhi...

[@msjadhav5192]

Same situation

[@nettlemoon]

I’m a 34 year old ARMY who admires the boys and this fandom so so much! I’m so happy to be in this with all of you! Our boys are so dang special and it’s an honor to call myself an ARMY alongside all of you!

[@beverlycalixterio6943]

Same here!

[@malorieclem1790]

This is a really good summary of BTS for newbies and bro.... why did you add the young forever cam... now my eyes can't stop sweating god damn...

[@miacordova5483]

Same sis

[@zatatikah]

Same 😭 blame the author for bring onios

[@sandyt8981]

Yes, me too. So touching. The love is palpable. *sniffle*

[@imabanana1685]

Sameeeeeeeeee

[@AliSkid]

I was one of the 60,000 fans singing to the boys at Wembley Stadium and its a moment I will never forget.

[@Dani2499]

We are so lucky that we are living in the same time, like those legends...

[@shubhikasirohi4281]

Yessssssssssssssssssssss

[@rachelmongisidi3170]

Yessss and to be part of the army

[@alleycat0649]

I am old enough to remember the 1980's when there was many different types of music to listen to and I have never seen anything like bts. They've taken the music world by storm not just kpop world. All kinds of different artists in different styles of music have become fans of bts. They have reached far beyond the kpop world. They are loved admired and respected by millions all over the world. They have brought happiness and to so many people. I've read that they have helped so many people thru hard times as well. Also they love their fans. I've only been a fan for around 3 months and I wish I'd become one sooner. I hope 2020 is a wonderful year for them. This video was super helpful to a newbie like myself. Thank you for the video. I will definitely look for more from you.

[@altmemusic]

I become an ARMY in 2018 and i also wish i should become an ARMY sooner but one of my close friend (a 2014 ARMY) who i meet on twitter told me, "BTS will come to you at the time when you need them the most. So dont be sad. You are here with them and us now. You finally found them."

[@ismotjahan6583]

@@altmemusic your comment comforted me . Thanks to you and your friend

[@katatouillee]

Me too! I grew up in the 80s and loved the music of that time. I was surprised to fall so hard for BTS. These young men are one of the greatest performers & internationally loved artists of all time.

[@shad0wCh8ser]

​@@altmemusic Speak the truth! When a close family member passed away suddenly, and everything went crazy, I found "Spring Day" and that song messed me up but it was very cathartic. Then a few years later when I feel like I found my new normal again, I happened upon another song called "Let Go" off their Japanese EP. Let me give you a sample of the lyrics: "In order to release your hand right now ... I gotta let you know that I need to let you go" Suddenly when I watched the ball drop for 2020 and saw BTS there, I knew it was going to be a good year. Now I'm going to see them in May. Your friend wasn't lying. The only thing better than watching BTS MVs is watching ppl discover BTS for the first time in the reaction videos. 🤣🤣🤣

[@nettlemoon]

I’ve only been a fan for a year! I can relate to that feeling of wishing I could have given them my support much much earlier. But I’m sure you feel the same-I’m just so so happy and proud to be an ARMY and am so grateful I found them at all! And thanks to all the hard work they put in to connecting with ARMY, there is so much content to go back through and enjoy. Seeing them grow up on my screen makes me so emotional, as I’m sure many ARMYS could agree, and I know we are all so PROUD OF THEM! Way to go boys! You deserve every bit of opportunity and success and joy that comes your way and we wish you health and happiness in 2020 and beyond! Xoxo

[@maggie_857]

BTS' success is not an overnight sensation, they have gone through much hardship, years of non-stop practising and progressing that make them KING OF KPOP today!

[@haileym.5366]

Facts tho. 💯

[@woo9317]

What awaits BTS in 2020? The Billbard Hot 100 and the Grammy Nomination. Growing their fandom bigger than ever before.

[@lachi001]

Suga explaining kpop genre is the reason why he is my bias. intelligent and articulate. idc even if it's in Korean he is very articulate.

[@alexandralee138]

OMG. This is, without a doubt, the ultimate BTS introduction video. I hit the like button as soon as I saw Jimin slaying that fan dance, but there's so much I love about this that I don't even know where to begin. We really should give you an ARMY award or something, you're truly doing the lord's work with these videos. First, I really think this has the perfect lenght for newcomers. The video is well-paced, informational and entertaining. It includes facts, charts and dates but also funny and touching moments. Also, using Eric Nam's explaination was a stroke of genius; he's such an articulate (and beautiful) king. I approve of the background music used, the 2019 MMA snippets at the end and having Yoongi himself explain what kpop is to locals. I've always thought that clip of Jungkook crying during Dolly Parton's performance at the Grammys sends such a powerful message about the universality of music. Thank you for including that. Best editing moment: the shots of Tae you used when you went from Singularity to Fake Love in your descography overview. They illustrated beautifully the point you were trying to make: BTS' songs and albums are interconnected and tell a story. Sorry for the long comment but I just had to gush. Fantastic work!

[@gingerroxx]

Agree 100% with all of the above points--so well said!

[@shibernyan2009]

Totally agree with you!

[@jocelyn9744]

We should recommend this wonderful and efficient video to whoever willing to know BTS

[@kristellelim9899]

.... I am 47 y/o,.. new Filipino ARMY here (only 2weeks ago,).. I am a kdrama fanatic for almost 6yrs now. I heard about BTS since then, but I just ignored it because I thought I am too old for Kpop stuff. During this quarantine season, I was busy on youtube when I came across this BTS video. After watching few of their music videos and concerts, I've been amazed by the energetic performances of this group. I couldn't imagine how they continuously sing and dance at the same time but they can still perform perfectly on a synchronized moves. I've been hooked by their charms and I did not notice, I am already enjoying the fandom. BTS became my mood booster and my stress reliever, and this group made me feel younger 😂😂😂... When they sing, I sing.. When they dance, I dance... When they laugh, I laugh.. and when they cry, I definitely cried a lot. I LOVE THEM ALL. 💜💜💜

[@snisa92]

You can check out BTS Run if you want to get boost of your mood by BTS! Its on weverse and vlive air every week. Have a nice day! 💜

[@kristellelim9899]

@@snisa92 tysm... I already watched some of the episodes of BTS run and vlive. I really enjoyed every minute of it despite the fact that I barely understand the show if there is no subtitle. That's why I'm trying my best now learning hangul 😂😂😂.. (pls wish me luck 👍👍👍😜).. . That's the BTS EFFECT,.. 💗💗💗 I PURPLE BTS 💜💜💜

[@elisabethgeorge8985]

@@kristellelim9899 wow that great .....I'm learning too ...good luck for both of us...I really admire u ....😁

[@kristellelim9899]

@@elisabethgeorge8985 glad to hear this message from you 😍😍😍... I had difficulty memorizing the vocabularies but I told myself, "I won't give up..."... We should be determined if we want to succeed, right?.... keep safe always Elisabeth. Hope to keep in touch 💜💜💜... GodBless 🙏🙏🙏

[@ksb9469]

So thankful for this. As an older person and a professional, I was careful not to prematurely declare myself an ARMY, but I think I was deceiving myself. They are truly admirable and multi-talented professionals.

[@neondream03]

We have a lot of fans of all ages. In fact, there was a conference recently held in London for a bts conference that had army professionals who are scholars, lawyers, and researchers discussing bts and their impact on communities, economics in areas all over the world, art, and literature. I'm working with a group to promote a website starting peer reviewed journals on bts and army.

[@ksb9469]

@@neondream03 ​Awesome to hear that. I would like to read it. And I will look up the coverage on the conference.

[@neondream03]

@@ksb9469 twitter.com/TheR3Journal for the journal site that is being worked on, the conference on twitter is twitter.com/ARMYMAGofficial/status/1213415471728472065?s=20

[@nettlemoon]

Stephanie oh my gosh, that is so wonderful! I’m not surprised in the least! Folks who don’t understand or who don’t care to learn can sometimes reduce this fandom to a negative stereotype. But it’s far from the truth, and we-ARMY-know this! I can’t wait to check out the conference, and thank you so much for the link! I’m so proud to call myself an ARMY!

[@skarbuskreska]

One should never believe people that spread hate and always check for oneself. I'm 44 and I defintely don't fall in the going crazy fan category (didn't even in my youth) and I'm also a critical person. When a person comes with critizism, you can ask specifically what exactly is bad, and most of the points can be disprooved, like they lipsync, they cannot sing, they only use autotune, etc. At the end one still does not need to like their music but negative comments and hate are so useless. For example I'm not into Metall music, I still would not claim that it's shit and go to their videos to make hateful comments.

[@reenaranirosetty]

I'm not the kind of person who easily become a fan of any stars or band group. I don't have the time and energy for that. But BTS is different. I really love the 7 of them. These 7 boys bring so much positively and happiness. I can't help but become the part of Army fandom. I don't know why but I always feel happy when I see them. I feel they are real in everything they do. They are chaotic and funny. More love more power to you BTS.

[@gingerroxx]

I feel lucky every day that when I first searched for "who is BTS?" your seven members of bangtan video was one of the first things I found. It is the first video I recommend to others--now I'm so happy to have a new one to recommend. Thank you! 💜

[@reioky4625]

Ginger Dzerk me too except I found out about after seeing a comparison video between North and South Korea from there I discovered them

[@RosemaryTurner2002]

Ginger Dzerk Me too. I’m so glad I clicked on their Fake Love MV a year ago: I was so impressed by the the music video and the choreography that was inspired by the Japanese pictorial maxim, embodying the proverbial principle "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil". No lie. BTS’s choreographer, the producers, the art director and all the people working behind the scenes is what helped BTS’s popularity surge. Not many people give them the credit so I will. They deserve 100% acknowledgement for all their contributions. I grew up and stopped being an ignorant moron and listened to their albums without prejudice. BTS’s artistry and creative skills amazes me; that’s what literally brought me into the fandom. Their music that references to things like literature, art and psychological concepts is what makes them different and sets them far apart from other groups.

[@333catgirl]

literally same !! i watched the fire mv in 2018 and immediately fell in love and i stumbled across the intro video and fell even more in love.

[@shiangting]

I'm so glad my friends told me to search them up three years ago. they changed my life. even though none of my friends still like BTS, I will still stand by them no matter what💜

[@haeun4261]

Me tooo~~~~~~~

[@ireneruler8680]

I'm a senior grandma and love this group of boys. Love their music and their dancing. Proud of them.

[@timasomo298]

I am 17 year old (Africa Kenyan) army i really love bts after watching This video I realised that if you have a goal or a dream in your life you should always work hard to achieve it love you bts ✌✌

[@117halohacker]

I am a 23 year old man and Bodybuilder/Bartender and after i listened to the first Song from BTS by accident ("On") in February 2020 i started listening to "Mic Drop". And after that i listend to more and more of their songs and i couldnt stop. 5 Days later i deleted all my Song on Spotify and replaced it with all of BTS´s Songs. I love BTS. I love ARMY and i love myself. Stay healthy ARMY !

[@user-ek6gt7qc5b]

It all starts after one song... 🤣

[@neondream03]

you too!

[@lisamcmorris2062]

This will be soooo helpful to all who have just discovered BTS! I’m a 51-year-old Army who is so beyond PROUD of the,. This video pulls together their “story” in an easy-to-understand, respectable way. Love you BTS! 💜💜💜

[@cathyrose7515]

I am a 55 yr old army and love these boys and their messages

[@christinejones1772]

🙋🏻‍♀️. From. 🇺🇸. Silver army here........ I will forever be grateful to have persisted in finding out who BTS is.......it started out as curiosity🤔 , then it became wonderment😳 which morphed into adoration 🥰 ..... and now I became Silver Army at 75 years old 👵🏼 .... my goal now is to spread the love and this video is a wonderful tool as I am the only family member to appreciate BTS. They give joy, encouragement, and love to their family of armies. So, yes ❣️ be young forever ❌⭕️❌⭕️. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@sugaspice5151]

*Video timestamps* 0:20 English Media coverage of BTS (2017-2019) 1:14 How did BTS get so popular? 6:52 BTS explains their conceptual albums and Kpop 8:47 Quick overview of discography (2013-2019) 13:38 Favorite concert moment of 2019 15:47 Really quick intro to members (but watch my previous video *”Who is BTS?"* for a more comprehensive look at each member: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqaTepl4q7-AiNU )

[@cassie1969]

I missed your vids so much. They're always the best! Thank you for making this and the others, they've been super helpful to me and hundreds of other new Armys!💜💜👍🏾👏

[@mariyakhan9613]

thankyou so much love from Pakarmy

[@404gram]

Okay i see you decided to got with just pointing out main dancers and main vocalist, I wonder why not main rapper for RM?

[@erikoenglish1651]

Thank you for your hard work. Happy New Year. From J-ARMY

[@privatej6245]

Hi, thank you so much for this video. I've heard about BTS 3 years ago but I've started to get to know them more a year ago. Will check previous videos from this channel. More videos to come. Happy 2020.♡♡♡ #I L(*OεV*)E BTS

[@meghashrestha6210]

I cry every time I see the Young forever fancam.

[@taelicious4326]

I love how strong the bond between ARMYs are. No matter where you’re from, your age, your gender, your sexual preference, you have someone there for you. And when BTS gives us these encouraging words, it really helps us push to find who we are as people.

[@dancestar2249]

- BTS Crash Course for 2020: How a Korean group became a global sensation or - BTS Crash Course for 2020: How a Korean group made history

[@nanetteskyalvarado3200]

I cried at the end as i saw again Jungkook & Jimmin crying.....huhuhu.

[@garretburrow]

You know what I love about BTS? They just keep winning... keep growing... succeeding... ARMY just keeps pushing them higher and higher... and it's amazing to watch...

[@erikkadafi2182]

BTS dope I grew up on American Gangster music and trap music and when I became spiritually woke a friend of mine let me listen and I was hooked I'm part of the army the music transcends the boundaries between race ethnicity and nationality

[@marta6427]

I just started listening to some of their songs today and watched your introduction videos (which are great, thank you) and I can already tell that those guys stole my heart. They are so talented and hardworking, I'm really impressed and full of admiration. Also the last part made me cry. The emotions and all... it's so heart-whelming. Beautiful gesture from the fans. And you can tell how much the band appreciates all of the love and support from their fans. Glad that there are still such beautiful things in this world, as the connection between artists and fans through the music.

[@marta6427]

2 months have passed and I came back to where my journey with BTS only began just to cry again. I must say that I weren't wrong about them and as I got to know them better through this time it only confirmed and strengthened my feels and opinions on them ♡ I'm so happy that I found them.. They are my source of joy but also my deep thoughts inspiration. Also their relation with fans is priceless. There's no one like them and they deserve the world. "Yeah we are not seven, with you"

[@OnonMusicLover]

Beautifully said 🫶🏼

[@CARBONARAJJK]

I am proud that I found bts I dont regret getting into them and will never regret it

[@reeeepmonstaaa8616]

OMG, I'm so in love with BTS! It's not just their music n dance that're very good, but the personalities. They're very cute and charismatic. Best of all, they're authentic. Anyone who doesn't like BTS has a problem, because they're perfect. It's no wonder how successful they are.

[@Sarawithanh]

I really really wish there was a love option because like just doesn’t do it justice. Love your videos!

[@tannie618tran7]

lkr

[@stephaniewooz8364]

BTS is such an amazing band. No one can hate them. True we might not know the language but that doesn't stop us. Language is and never will be a barrier. Jungkook crying during thier first Grammy is so so emotional. I can literally understand his feelings " Here I am sitting with my members in the world's biggest award shows listening to these famous people sing. God! How is it that we reached this stage of life..never would have imagined we'd come this far." He is basically just enjoying the song to the fullest. My heart goes out to them. And yes seeing thier journey from nobodies to world sensation is amazing! Such an inspiration!! I can't wait to see what else they'll achieve and where fate leads them. And the last part too was very emotional. Just standing there listening to thousands of people sing your lyrics to u together. .that feeling ought to be out of this world I bet. Thank u for such an amazing video. 💜I purple you forever BTS💜

[@j-hobi1417]

7:13 His favorite English word now is “brekkie” 🥺

[@siobhanchampion2692]

I rewatch the clip all the time. Why? 1) Jungkook is just too damn adorable 2) Namjoon was so confused and it's so freaking cute

[@jennaharmonn]

🥺🥺💫!! I just did a reaction video to “who is BTS” I would love some feedback :) no pressure tho, I am a new army !kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5-0nqJumJhsrM0

[@justynmacfarland9322]

BTS's magnetism comes from the members' genuine respect for one other and their bond. Their dedication to their fans is easily seen by their humility and hard work. So proud of these young performers and my heritage!

[@annria_95]

I cried through the whole vedio. These 7 boys and the people behind them were only my stronghold when I lost myself into severe Depression and Anxiety. I am who I am today because of them and because God made such human-angels to gift me back my self-worth and self-love - the two I had lost in this mad World, trying to become someone else that they dreamed of. Thanks for the video.

[@shannonwilliams2918]

I loved this.. they need to perform more in America so more people can know who they are. They deserve so much more and then some.

[@aimeea8404]

They're touring in America this year

[@shannonwilliams2918]

@@aimeea8404 i know I'm going

[@jademaris]

It is now 2022. I have been an ARMY for one year and all I can say is that I have never been so proud to see a band achieve their biggest dreams. BTS and ARMY are one of a kind. I am so grateful to even be a part of all of this.

[@hopefletchfan]

I must have watched your seven members video at least 10 times by showing it to my sisters and friends and then through reactors on KZbin, it's such a good breakdown. I thought this video would be a polished and updated version of the same video but instead it was a moving and brilliant piece to rival every half assed "who is bts" piece the mainstream press has put out. Thank you for this. I also appreciated that the song titles were in the corner for this one, because so many people are going to be exposed to their songs for the first time through this video

[@sugaspice5151]

> every half assed "who is bts" piece the mainstream press has put out actually, that's the reason I ended up making this! Was gonna stop making videos because I'm so busy nowadays but I'm so tired of writers missing the point on BTS

[@marcoscastroolaya761]

I thought 2020 was going to be the a year full of success for BTS because of their wonderful new album and great performances and concerts that they were going to bring, but it breaks my heart that this pandemic won't let them shine as they did in the past years. I wish I were wrong and I hope this situation will end and BTS can get so many awards because they deserve it.

[@melav1407]

I am 58 mom 🇺🇸 I am looking forward to buying my first BTS CD. Thanks BTS 💜7 with love ✌

[@Shadowcat107]

BTS are wonderful people. I love all the members. Even through I don't speak much words in Korean it'll won't stop me from talking to the guys. My first language is English. I don't like those people thinking Namjoon can speak English whenever he wants to. If he hasn't spoke that language for a month or more he forgot how to speak that language. So please don't give any of the members are hard time when they speak English. I'm happy to be part of the army.

[@Theseus7445]

My mom loved Kpop and once had CDs with random Kpop music videos in it. It was like late 2015 and there was a song/ group my mom didn't liked but I liked it, it was Dope by BTS but I didn't know them nor didn't became a Kpop fan.... Then years later here I am, finding out that certain group I once liked boomed.

[@paulalowery7411]

Oh wow.....As an empath, I am used to feeling what other people around me feel....When I saw that young man crying....oh man I could not hold back tears myself. I am so happy for these super talented young men; their impact on the music is unprecedented!

[@Hannah-sk5jr]

This is amazing. Also I have literally watched your other vid countless times. It is how I was really introduced to BTS. So thank you

[@Hannah-sk5jr]

Wow thanks for liking this. Your like a celeb to me:)

[@unknown-mc4zy]

They deserve what they have because they rise showing eho they are, I'm so proud of them ilove them

[@Darknes967]

This legendary group and fandom will be remembered. You make a great video here. You deserve more subscribers more than you have right now.

[@lulu00629]

They are someone no one will forget about and they weren't unpopular....they are a flower which took a lil bit of time to bloom and becomes a beautiful flower then any other flower in this world 💜💜💜

[@agusd496]

BTS made things that other english/american artists couldn't and it's more amazing considering that they're korean and not so many people look after them because of that.. so.... they should be called the group of the century

[@jangoslin8258]

I could have just burst with pride when ARMYs surprised BTS and at Wembley stadium ,

[@savitabalwan5464]

I recently became an ARMY.....🤔About a month ago. Before this I had listened only one song from them, i.e.,boy with luv. I just loved that song in the first go. This was the first time that I liked a song very much which was from that artist that I didn't even know. But at that time I didn't pay much heed to them, I don't know why 😔. But recently I listened to their song 'ON' and I just loved it. Then I thought that I would listen to some more of their songs. Now it's been a month and now I am an ARMY. I got so addicted to them and their videos that I can't resist. I love BTS and and my dream is to become something and meet them one day. BTS forever 💜

[@taelights6355]

I finally found it. Every time when I had to explain why I love them that much, why I can't even think about living without them I couldn't explain it as much as I wanted. You know it's hard to let your heart speak. Thank you so much. Now I am going to show this to everyone even they don't ask about BTS 😎😎😎😘😘😘😘😘

[@idlk5327]

The ending when the fans sing the song was so beautiful 😭

[@fifiburner]

This is one of the best BTS videos I’ve ever seen. Great job. I can send this to anyone and they will understand my I love them so much. I hope the best for them. Also get well SUGA we miss you

[@indigodragon0613]

We def need more updated intro vids for BTS like this so that we can rec them to people. Oof this is well made. So many chills. If I may, I’d like to ask if you are making an updated intro video for the members. Also, I would ask that JM’s history of learning popping be added as well as JK and JM’s martial arts background. I feel that those are 2 important points that are left out from most ,ember intro videos, so if you ever make a new one, I think those should be added. Thank you ☺️

[@Yoonji9212]

I'm tough, really..but there're two things that make me cry like a baby. Last part of your video and when I'm listening to We are Bulletproof the eternal. To much emotions. I've listened to many bands of many genres and I've never been that much interested about members of any band. My first song and mv was War of Hormone and that was it. I saw Namjoon and I was like : Who is it? What's his name? I found my soulmate 😂 And then I started to search everything about BTS and after 2 days I was Army. They are so amazing 💜 I love everything in them. About one year ago I started learning korean but I wasn't much into it but now I'm spending every second of my free time to learn some more just because I want to understand every word that they are saying and every lyrics of their songs. I thing that was longest comment I've ever written 😂 Sorry if there are mistakes but I learned English from watching tv shows, movies and listening to music and I'm not Namjoon 😅😅

[@ThunderCrey]

This was a fantastic video! I hope a lot of people watch it like your other video because you do such a wonderful job about teaching people about BTS and what they're really about. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@lovecook6382]

RM: life is suppose to be very ironic and unstable.. Me: WOw..... 😳

[@fransza8472]

러브 쿡Love Cook then he said later on: folks grow up right? He explained the albums’/their growth well in the Grammy interview. I so love this vid.

[@andreasara8876]

omg the fact that you ended it with young forever you are such an intellectual ugh i stan

[@dancingdaisy9674]

You guys keep us forever young, no matter how old we are, no matter when we become your fans, and no matter what is taking place presently in our lives. Your songs touch a nerve so painfully sensitive in all of us and we thank you for being our human expressions! Thank you, RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. 💜⚜️🌷

[@melav1407]

I am 58 mom🇺🇸. I am looking forward to buying my first BTS CD. Thanks BTS. 💜7 with love ✌

[@estherpiry3913]

BTS mature in create/writing their music-song (eventho' they are so young at that time) in their own world's/Mind(youth) - as they grew more on their adulthood - Suga, RM, JHope they talk about making song/music with all in one package like song that have meaning in the story of their music/song that captures the heart of BTS army's/fans in the world - This is why we love the 7 Boys BTS as the Greatest + Legends I love BTS - Thank you SUGA & spice!

[@lowesonia8551]

The End at Wembley by Army was memorable the boys faces. Strong unexpected Emotion. A Never been seen Before .HOW MOVED THE BOYS WERE. UNFORGETTABLE MOMENT.

[@barikakhalidi8004]

That chart at 3:37 shows India isn't lagging in terms of their fandom😭💜🇮🇳. I wish once in my life they come to perform in India.

[@harika613]

I would love if bts come to India for a concert And at same time i was scared that they may receive hate and people here are really dangerous sometimes like not all people but maybe most because I think that they can't accept others success easily and mostly jealous

[@ari5760]

I’m so thankful that my bff introduced me to these 7 talented men with dreams and goals,without them I wouldn’t have the chance to be myself and love myself for who I am! I hope that they keep on inspiring and teaching people until their end that love is the most powerful thing in this world, I love you BTS!💜🥺

[@YassinAdam]

amazing vid ^^ we're gonna need to pass this around a lot in 2020 when the boys get more exposure!

[@glucklich8489]

I got chills wow I stan legends

[@senu.]

i still cannot believe i was part of the wembley day 2 project. it feels like a fever dream

[@charstar386]

Whoa. Just noticed. Nice transition from Singularity to Fake Love. I never noticed it was the same move!

[@cikjem]

This video makes me cry 😢😢😢😢 ... never imagine i would cry and love a kpop group... its been 1 year already .. im gonna be 40 this year.. please pray for me to go to BTS concert this year.. can't wait for my kids to grow up and go to bts concert with them.. 💜💜💜

[@wiseman3750]

This was excellent. Thank you. I first thought a professional outlet had created it. I was surprised it was done by a fan. I've seen so many of these. You did a great job. !

[@KaleighOLeary]

"what awaits bts in 2020?" oh my...history awaits them.

[@FABGOTH27]

This made me so emotional… I was not prepared to cry today over our boys

[@dly3561]

but you don't have to make us cry...

[@emmastve6149]

i always cry when i see their faces when they won their first daesang. also especially when suga began crying...

[@cryingtobts689]

This is great I’m totally gonna reference this! Totally didn’t expect the young forever wembley thing at the end and immediately started crying ... 😅

[@hyunaevolonino2218]

I am very proud of BTS. I would love to go to their concert. If they come to the new york . They are very ~~매력 있어요 .......^^

[@nads.starrgirl]

New ARMY 💜 these boys are true KINGS. They deserve everything.

[@Allthing1]

Imm happy that the singing "young forever" happened on my bday. I couldn't get a better gift.

[@tonyahn3277]

Allthing 1 did you happened to be there Wembley on day 2?

[@Allthing1]

@@tonyahn3277 YESSS 😭😭

[@tonyahn3277]

Allthing 1 you were so lucky. If your parent gave you the ticket as a Bday present, it would be a life time present. I’m happy for you.

[@Allthing1]

@@tonyahn3277 yea never forgetting that day

[@chingryan-wanderinghearts4006]

This video shook my heart and made me cry. Thank you for doing this for our boys! I am a 40 yr old Filipina and a proud ARMY! We will always support them every step of the way! 💜💙💜💙💜

[@s.susanmarandi9080]

Hands down, still one of the best introductions to BTS, although almost a year has passed. You have obviously put a lot of thought into this, and have displayed extremely good taste and have been very thorough in only 16:29 minutes. I hope you will consider doing an update for 2021.🌺🌺

[@s.susanmarandi9080]

Did you see my former comment? It's time for an update for 2022. This intro is too good to let it get old and outdated. 🙂😊

[@s.susanmarandi9080]

Don't change it; just update it. It's already great as it is.

[@s.susanmarandi9080]

Still one of the best intros out there. Update, please?

[@rayvenfleming2848]

Singing Young Forever at Wembley ALWAYS makes me cry. It’s one of my favorite bts songs.

[@maggie_857]

Hope BTS will be nominated & win awards for the Grammys in 2021! Come on Grammy organiser; please open up your boundaries to accept the kpop music; there is NO LANGUAGE BARRIER in music!

[@swann_de_biville8067]

If BTS themselves isn't a legend then who is..... BTS will remain a history. They are the only one that I'm living for in this world and am so proud to live in this same era as BTS. So when I've my own child the story of BTS will be told how they become from nothing to the one and the only history in this world that will be the bed time story forever and ever... I love BTS like..................way all around the universe and galaxy

[@serialsleeper615]

I hope many will see this vid cause it deserves recognition. I love how you put all the info and how informative this video is. Thank you so much 😘

[@CupOfTae_SugaKookies_Sprite]

When it comes to BTS I'm always an expressive person showing my love and support for these 7 beautiful boys. But I can never seem to express just how proud I am of them. Before they got to where they are now, they might of thought they had a chance at making it, but NO ONE knew they'd make it THIS big. NO ONE saw this coming. I can't fathom what it must feel like to be in their shoes. Imagine every moment of your life is a "somebody pinch me" moment. Waking up every morning wondering if it was all a dream, and then realizing it's your reality. Realizing that millions of people support you and walk with you. Realizing that you've gone down in history and will remain so long after you're gone. They must feel like they're on top of the world sometimes, and honestly they are. Nothing makes my heart happier than watching them, step by step, far exceed all the dreams they've dreamed.

[@aeenrahman]

I watched many videos about BTS but hands down, this video is one of the best! I wish many people will watch this. Good job!

[@yoonjiverse9635]

I was there! June 2nd, 2019 and singing my heart out to Young Forever. I’d pay billions to go back to that day again :(

[@dexdylan648]

Walao...BTS is genius..their album concepts 100% difference from the other kpop in SK.they are continuing from the previous album ..that's y i love BTS more & more..💜💜💜💜

[@Jimin-Dior]

Billboard hot100 #1 singer BTS

[@uttambanik8918]

2020 :MAP OF THE SOUL :7 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ftmjaz170]

BTS deserves all the success that they have right now 🎉🎉🎉

[@paulalowery7411]

14:213 Reminds me of a Queen concert and the way Freddy Mercury interacted with his fans....awesome!

[@annegandako0514]

this made me cry,,, they are so big right now, determination never betray you, as always