Choreographer Reacts to BTS - IDOL

[@김보람-y9y]

in korea, there’s a fairy tale about the bunny who lives in the moon. this video is full of motif from korea’s traditional culture, even choreo- and costumes. ;)

[@carolvanessa6054]

Isn't it a thing in Japan too?

[@TehMomo_]

@@carolvanessa6054 and in china too. i'm sure it came from china.

[@nao-bo4yz]

one of those old stories than can be found in multiple places

[@JuliaBumstead]

“BTS would do this so I’m doing it too!” when it comes to being honest and brave with the lived experience of being an artist. They have honestly helped me so much in this exact way 💜💜💜 love your reactions! big congrats on getting back into your work. bts army rooting for you!!

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you!! x0x0x0

[@marinal.]

@@lindseymackail9350 yes! fighting Lindsey u got this!

[@annamarieaguirre5214]

The dance practice and the live performances of this are amazing! You may want to dive into those as well :)

[@shepz03]

Yes! It's not so obvious in the M/V but Idol is one of their hardest choreos. Check out the MMA 2018 and Tonight show with Jimmy fallon 2020 performance/s!

[@lindseymackail9350]

will do! Thanks Anna!

[@marinal.]

@@lindseymackail9350 yes! ty so much

[@robinmartinsen6149]

They also changed alot of the dance

[@human3581]

When I heard about the 'hiatus' I was honestly sad and couldn't process all of it but then a member, jungkook, came live and told us that they arent disbanding (the media just basically exaggerated and twisted their words) and they arent really on a 'hiatus/break' as they still will be group activities such as a concert (coming up in oct!) and shooting run bts (their show) so that really cleared it all up and calmed me and everyone else down. Jhope recently released his new solo album and I can't be more proud of them and I am gonna be here for their chapter 2, supporting them as always!

[@lindseymackail9350]

good to know!! Thanks for the words x0x0x0

[@marinal.]

@@lindseymackail9350 yes, JHope is performing this month at Lallapaloosa. His album was just released pls check it out. JHope is the main dancer and 3rd rapper as well as sub vocal in the group. His new songs More and Arson are very cool and not the usual from him. =0p

[@dariajustdaria2292]

The choreo for Idol combines traditional Korean elements with the African gwara gwara dance, same goes for styling of outfits in the mv, Ankara prints from Africa in outfits and modernized Hanbok from Korea

[@booradley75]

You opening up about the struggles and pain as an artist AND watching IDOL all for the first time is beautiful. Its the universe aligning. This is gonna be a core memory 💜 (Also you can watch DKDKTV's BTS - IDOL Explained by a Korean if you wanna learn more about the subtle references in the mv)

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thanks Ashely!! I believe it. x0x0x0

[@marinal.]

@@lindseymackail9350 me too. the synchronicity is strong. The right son for your journey at the right time.

[@rachiepants3408]

Aw I’m sorry you went through such a thing! That must have been really hard to go through, and you wouldn’t even know watching your videos. I’ve missed your reactions and dance analysis!💜💜

[@rachiepants3408]

Oh also! The traditional Korean outfit they were wearing is called “hanbok”. This whole video is about them embracing their culture, who they are, and where they came from😁

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so much!! and thanks for the insight on the Hanbok. I love the video for that reason

[@marinal.]

@@lindseymackail9350 nods. Adore them in hanbok.

[@harvestmoon_autumnsky]

Hi Lindsey, I've bypassed quite a few BTS reactors over time, but paused on yours and subbed you fairly quickly. I appreciated your obvious authority on dance. You present yourself as a veteran dancer and choreographer and I trusted your opinion immediately. You carry yourself as a strong leader and, maybe it's just because I have a very basic background in dance, but I def put myself in student mode when you speak. It was very surprising to hear your story, but I appreciated your decision to expose your vulnerability. It reminds me that strength comes from hardship. Congratulations on your next chapter. Thanks for the reaction. Idol was my first into to BTS. It's a great song.

[@lindseymackail9350]

Jenny! thanks so much for reaching out and for the beautiful message. It really means a lot to me and I am moved by what you said. Im so thankful to be meeting the Army family and having such cool people become part of my journey! Glad to be back and thank you for subbing! x0x0x0x

[@sharebear321]

Welcome back! There is a saying that BTS finds you when you need them. I know that's how it went for me too. I think they have a way of showing you that it is OK and even good to take up your own space and to pursue your personal dreams and wants, not just what those around you want or expect you to do. It's kinda weird how they do this... both in their lyrics and also their personal behavior, they set a great example of putting yourself first. The break just further illustrates this for us. I hope you continue to heal, and get better soon, you are beautiful with or without braces.

[@lindseymackail9350]

DAMN Sharon, well said!! You are spot in with that. Thank you for the kind words and its great to be back! x0x0x0

[@whitneyortega1858]

This comment is so beautiful. I only discovered BTS very recently. Super sad I didn’t know them sooner but you’re right we find them exactly when we need them. I realized after reading your comment, that going down the BTS rabbit hole was my way of numbing myself after my grandmother passed away. I was feeling super negative, like what’s the purpose of human connection when it just inevitably ends in sadness. Their positivity and dealing with their own dark thoughts in their music was super comforting. Even though it’s not what I was intending when I started on this journey of listening to their music and learning about them, it’s maybe what I needed at this moment. Thanks for sharing your journey too. It encouraged me to reflect on my own experience and why they are hitting me in the feels so strongly.

[@martalopez3479]

Dear Lindsey, thanks to be open with your personal expirience. God Bless you.

[@snagglejag1977]

You're very brave to share all this. As a creator (I've been writing since I was 4 and have signed my share of bad contracts) I can understand how the industry and the shady things and people you encounter can be soul-killing. I hope you recover the rest of the way from your accident and your disillusionment and find the light inside you again. I'm glad you're back. Much love to you.

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so very much Jody for your words and time. I am so excited to be back and yes my light has been shining back again and I'm so thankful for that.Its nice to know that you can understand it too. Much love to you! x0x0

[@user-fg5sf7en2q]

hi lindsay, im really sorry to hear about what you have been through these past two years. hope you continue to recover well :)) also, i know wearing braces can be really annoying for your self esteem (i had them for five years) but just know other people dont care about that, we just put to much importance on it haha. to answer your question, the traditional korean outfit they are wearing is called hanbok, and this entire video is an ode to their culture. they wanted to make something very "in your face" as there are a lot of people who say they are "too korean" or "not korean enough". love the video, happy you are back :D (also, english is not my first language, so please look past any little mistakes lol)

[@lindseymackail9350]

Hey M, thanks so much for the talk you are right about it all! lol I don' t know why we do that too lol. Thank you for the knowledge on the Hanbok and the ode to their culture. I bet they heard a lot of that type of BS but I love that they went in like this!! Their culture is beautiful and fascinating to me. Happy to be back! x0x0x0

[@daily-mariff]

this video was so important for me, sharing your story for thousands of people is no joke, i'm proud of you Lindsey

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you thank you thank you!! x0x0x0x0

[@LuCas-rg9dc]

I’d say they have control of most of the creative process since they write their lyrics themselves and their songs are sometimes self-produced or generally produced by few producers that they have personally known for years. It goes the same with the choreographer they work with, they have a personal relationship with him so I am sure they can recommend things. To sum-up, I think the creative process is kind of a synergy between what the boys and what the company Big Hit want, but the boys have the final say. Anyway, they are now focusing more on solo projects and so far we only got the opportunity to see j-hope solo project, but he said that he had full control over each step of the creative process, from the album-making to the visuals and MV. Also, thank you for being so honest with us, and I wish you the best, both professionally and in terms of your health.

[@QueensThief76455]

To add to this, I just want to give due to their team. Especially their performance director (Son Song Deok), who has been with them since pre-debut, LUMPENS, who is the creative genius behind most of their MV's, and all the artistic team with BTS.

[@ioluna]

Oh Lindsay! No wonder Black Swan & Yet to Come both hit you so hard. You're doing great and IDOL (a song about self-love and acceptance) is so perfect for your moment of vulnerability. I know this is easier said than done, but there is no need to explain anything. Anyone who listens to you talk can tell that you are a good egg (as a dancer, as a musician, or even as an individual who is just appreciating good music). FIGHTING. [P.S. As Army, you never have to explain to us the sh*tshow that is the industry - we all know just by watching BTS. // P.P.S. The traditional clothes in Korea is called a Hanbok] Congrats on your new gig!

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so so much for this message!! funny how they are all hitting me with such divine timing right?! lol. love that!! Thanks for being you x0x0x0x

[@emmzt7017]

Thank you for being so open! It can’t be easy doing what you just did! It’s that vulnerability that makes us more open to you! You are such a sweetheart! BTS really brings out the best of us!! Keep doing you Boo! 💜💜💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate your heart and understanding! BTS really does do that for sure! x0x0x0 Emmz ;)

[@derienefalcon576]

Thank you for your honesty & vulnerability. No need to feel insecure! You’re strong & awesome & doing what you need to. Keep it up!

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you, I will x0x0

[@pamelagreenhalgh1318]

Welcome back! I have looked for you! I had braces as a young adult. They bother you more than those around you. I am sorry to hear about your health difficulties. Hope you are better again soon. I enjoy your professional analysis and look forward to more from you, if you are able. Ahpobangpo. Borahae Saranghae 💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

Aww thank you Pamela for the kind words! Its good to be back! Ill check it out x0x0

[@KMHSeattle]

Me too! Braces in my late 20s. And when I finally got them off family & friends didn’t even notice 😂

[@jeongieontop]

WELCOME BACK WE MISSED YOU!!! We will support you on this journey you're on to going back to 100%!

[@lindseymackail9350]

awww thank you!! Ive missed being here x0x0x I appreciate you and your kind words

[@arpitavk7062]

The song and the mv is about embracing our "weirdness/quirkyness" or what is our "uniqueness" and telling the haters that "you can not stop me from loving myself". I adore the message and this choreo is INTENSE.

[@kimberlycarrigan8824]

I am so sorry you were made to feel like you needed to defend yourself. I love listening to your opinions and your insights. You really help.

[@lindseymackail9350]

thank you! x0x0x0

[@rosemeadows6920]

You don't need to worry as your braces make you look cute...so please don't feel self-conscious about it. Its nice to see you back on the BTS trail again.💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

😊 thank you! You're sweet and its great to be back x0x0x0

[@biru-kelabu-0821]

Thank you for sharing your story, both about your recovery process from your accident and your music. I hope everything goes well for you. Also, I, for one, appreciate your comments on both the dancing and non-dancing aspects. As for how much creative input they have in the non-musical aspect, I imagine they do have some input, but I don't know to what extent. It seems that they have a LOT of input in their solo work. J-hope just released his solo album, "Jack in the Box", and he's involved in many aspects, not just the music. The group were also heavily involved in their pandemic album, BE. Nick Joseph, the choreographer for the dance for Butter Megan Thee Stallion remix, mentioned that the guys had input in that. You should react to this one, btw, it's one of their best.

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you for sharing that! will do! I heard the Butter w Megan was super good! x0x0x0

[@nissanfreak22]

Please watch the dance practice and/or a live performance of this! Its amazing because you see all the choreo!

[@nissanfreak22]

These two are the best, IMO: kzbin.info/www/bejne/epDRqqh4bayVg5o kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4mpnJ2Dg72Zprs

[@Sochim_89]

Idol is a song that gets even better when you hear it live. The energy on the show is unparalleled. One of the best moments of my life. And the armys singing along YOU CAN'T STOP ME LOVING MYSELF is the best part.

[@omot2488]

Please watch the dance practice, too! You'll see the full choreography and I know you will love it! If u can, please watch them perform this too at their concert, it's a super hype song! It's so nice seeing you reacting to BTS again 💜

[@izzawaseem6046]

You really need to react to their mma 2019 performance, its absolutely breathtaking and it has a focus on dancing with good camera work done

[@djlu3011]

You haven't really experienced the capabilities of BTS until you watched their MMA 2019 performance. From their stage presence and their dancing.

[@1oldcrow350]

Glad to hear you are doing better. The industry is brutal. Congrats on going forward. As stated in the comments already the Explained video by DKDKTV has a lot of info about this video. And as far as a hiatus...we are being drown in content.....hahaha

[@LaynieFingers]

Man, I'm commenting so much! Don't feel bad about commenting on things other than choreography. You're a human and army, and you can react to any and everything you want to! *Hug*

[@lindseymackail9350]

thank you ;)

[@sc33h3o3]

actually according to DJ Dino the Korean translation should've been "off-period" for group performances and recording instead of hiatus, they're still doing group things such as Run BTS. Certain times of the year they don't record, perform as much, etc

[@fantaoramge]

I've missed your reactions Lindsey!! So excited 💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

Yay! Thank you! Ive missed doing them x0x0

[@jeanettasheehy3018]

I am happy you are progressing in your recovery. Congratulations on the new choreo job. I've missed your vids. Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. I am just one Tennessee ARMY but I support you!

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you!! x0x0x0x0

[@yamatoofredania9829]

Idol is actually one of BTS's hardest choreos XD you should definitely check out their dance practice video! Also, thanks for being open with us! We appreciate the videos you put out!

[@lindseymackail9350]

will do!! the video didn't show too much lol

[@nadiavanrooyen4994]

@@lindseymackail9350 Dance was inspired by the South African Gwara-Gwara and Nigerian Shaku Shaku

[@Chillergiller]

Welcome back, you've been missed. I love the saying that 'BTS finds you when you need them the most'. Don't worry about their hiatus, there are years worth of older content for you to discover and I promise you will come out of it loving yourself more and more. 💜💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

Love that!! thank you x0x0x0

[@jensknows8215]

This is the perfect song for you at this particular time of your life. "You can't stop me loving myself!" Congratulations to you Lindsey on your new journey. Good luck and I'll be looking for you out there in the music world and at this new artist touring with the BSB. Also, you are cute with your braces.

[@christinamitchell6613]

Watch them perform Idol as a live performance. It's absolutely amazing. The energy, passion, and sheer skill that goes into is awe inspiring. You wont regret it.

[@erickasnow1531]

omg!! you are the only person that said about being excited about their solos 😭 thank you 😊and there's a lot of people who would criticize so don't pay attention I love your reactions because is honest and you know what your talking about keep going 💜Borahae

[@vanisha773]

9:53...it was inspiring listening to you.. now you are amazing to me as a person too and not just as an artist. Keep going, we are looking forward to your own music☺☺

[@lindseymackail9350]

Wow, thank you! that means the world! x0x0x0

[@silver25683]

Appreciate that you being vulnerable and honest with us.🥰It must have been really tough to go through all these things, that sounds like a lot to handle, let alone open up to people. You always giving us bright and positive energy that I wouldn't have thought.....You are strong!! I'm impressed!! You are just as strong as BTS💜💜 But it's also totally okay to be emotional and vulnerable towards things that just touched your heart. Thank you for sharing stories of yourself, letting us know you a bit more. Always love your takes on dances from an experienced professional perspective. I would love to listen to your music once you're ready as well.❤❤

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so much for writing to me and the kind words! I love being able to share this journey of BTS with people like you. I am so thankful for that! Thank you friend and more to come x0x0x0x0

[@silver25683]

@@lindseymackail9350 Me too.🤗🤗 My friends around me don't understand why I like BTS. I'm really enjoying seeing people across the world liking BTS like me and making new friends!

[@sruthiamalan3816]

Thank you for sharing all of that with us

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so much!! its great to be back! x0x0x0

[@jerrihadding2534]

Oh I SO appreciate how genuine you are. Be assured, your smile is still absolutely beautiful! It made me smile too. I’m so sorry that you’ve been through such a hard time. Take good care of yourself. I purple you. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 💜 💜 🙏

[@nayelizondo4790]

So glad to see you again. And welcome back to Army💜 you must see their IDOL live performance at MMA in 2018. With korean drum dance. ICONIC.

[@timothywest1183]

One, don’t be insecure; you are beautiful and an amazing person. Anyone who might think otherwise isn’t worth your time anyway. Glad to see you back.

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thanks Tim!! x0x0x0

[@CinnAmonGirl137]

Welcome back, glad your doing well and pushing forward in your recovery and life. Love your reactions to BTS and look forward to more of them. 💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

thank you! x0x0x0

[@vine1976]

Welcome back Lindsey! Appreciate you being so vulnerable with us, sorry to hear about your accident and everything you’ve had to go through since. I know we all have our own insecurities but honestly you look great with or without the braces, as the boys say love yourself 💜 Great reaction, think you would really love Mic Drop dance practice video. Have a great day

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thanks Vix! I appreciate your kind words and I will get on Mic Drop asap! x0x0x0

[@chocopop01]

Wow! Oh my goodness, I'm so happy you're ok. I love that BTS gave you the confidence to just be you. I hope you have a successful journey. I missed you, I'm glad that you're back and are feeling a bit better. Congratulations on your new artist. Thank you for sharing a piece of yourself with us. The entertainment business can be a tough business so I'm glad you have the fortitude to keep striving for your goals. Amazing how no matter what you're going through BTS can always make you smile. Right? I can't wait to watch your Yet To Come reaction. I love that song so much.

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you!! I appreciate you and your message. I did yet to come recently and you will see me be a big baby lol x0x0x0

[@leam.7029]

I can totally relate with having braces! Been there, done that. I bet you were hurting after smiling so big. BTS will do that!! IDOL is one of my favs. Thanks for sharing your story. I know that was hard, but you did it! Congrats on the choreo gig. How cool is that! Life is good and the best is yet to come. 💜

[@Kristenidas]

Hi Lindsey 🙂 The outfits you admired are called Hanbok - they've worn some absolutely BEAUTIFUL modern hanbok during performances of Idol. You should check out their performance of Idol on Jimmy Fallon - the outfits are GORGEOUS and they performed in front of Gyeongbokgung Palace.

[@susank2283]

Welcome back Lindsey. I hope you get better and better. BTS said break and that was incorrectly translated as hiatus...then the media took that and blew it up all out of proportion). RM & JK responded shortly after Festa was aired to reassure ARMY that they are taking a break in doing as many group projects. Well, sort of a break... they announced a concert in Busan in Oct 2023 in support of Busan's bid to host World Expo 2030; they're filming new Run BTS...and content for new Disney+ series. Individually, members have been busy - Hobi is headlining Lollapalooza July 31...JK and Charlie Puth released a new single Left/Right...not sure if you were here when Suga and PSY released That, That single (you might want to watch that). The members have been releasing weekly vlogs. Benny Blanco just announced a collab between BTS vocal line and Snoop Dogg. Other members are ready to start releasing their new albums...rumor has it Suga in August but that's just rumor. JK will release one after Suga (per Festa 2022). If ARMY thought we were getting a break, we were incorrect.

[@LaynieFingers]

Wow... I'm so sorry you had to go through this. Pain can turn a person into an unhappy, miserable mess. I have several chronic illnesses that create a ton of chronic pain, including random dislocations. They really suck. However, you seem to be very upbeat, and I love it. Congratulations on getting your braces - you're on a positive journey and now you have army by your side to help you through the rough patches!

[@lindseymackail9350]

aww thank you!! x0x0x0

[@Graydoggal]

I truly feel your pain. I’m in my 7th year of physically healing from being rear ended in 2016. The last 2 years have been fixing my misaligned jaw, TMJ and TMD, facial pain therapy and new front teeth. I’m so thankful I didn’t have to have double jaw surgery and my treatment and newly designed front teeth prevented me from getting Invisalign for the time being. The last thing for me to fix from the accident in the mental scaring and PTSD. You’re absolutely beautiful, smile as much as possible it’s good for the soul even on those tough days. Follow the dentists orders and you’ll be out of the braces in no time. Hopefully 🙏🏽 you’ll realize soon that your subscribers don’t care about the braces and just want to see you happy. Enjoyed the vlog update at the beginning. Congratulations on everything. Fighting💪🏼🤟🏼💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

wow!! I can't believe how much you have gone through as well!! I am so thankful you shared that with me. I will continue to smile through it all and I'm so thankful to have the army in my corner this way! It means the world!!. x0x0x0x0

[@YukariBromfield]

Thank you for sharing your story! I hope the healing process goes smoothly, both physically and emotionally. I hope you can find a BTS song that heals you. Perhaps it’s Yet To Come, but you’ll find others too. About the ‘hiatus’, the boys have been so busy both individually and also as a group. They are now the ambassadors to securing the World Expo to Busan for 2030 and they are performing in October as a group. I feel like we’ve gotten so much content since the Festa dinner. But this ‘break’ can get you into their discography. Idol is such an anthem! There is so much in this MV… you should check out the explanation video by DKDKTV… You are adorable in braces. And good luck with your creative journey! 💜💜💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

Hey Yukari! Thanks so much for the comment and the knowledge! I am glad to be back and will definitely check out the live videos and explanation video! x0x0x0

[@hannahlouise3767]

lindsay u look beautiful with the braces! please dont hide that smile. i had braces when i was in school and i was like you, completely embarrassed about how my teeth looked because i had some gaps here and there but you do really look beautiful. it’ll be so worth it when you get them taken off but you look 1000 times better than i ever did!

[@andreamorlote]

Lindsey, glad to see you back. Big hugs!

[@freebizy]

Thank you for sharing your story, Lindsey! I love that you are truly Army... we've got you! 💜💜💜

[@cassievaughan8134]

I love that you described that choreo as chill because I found it wild and energetic! Hahaha

[@angelkbear5472]

We've missed you so much! I'm sorry to hear about your health problems related to the car accident! Thank you for sharing what's going on with you. I really appreciate your honesty. Love your journey!

[@lindseymackail9350]

Missed you guys too!! Im so glad to be back! x0x0x0x thank you

[@marinal.]

And about the break i cried during Festa dinner i was so hurt hearing about their pain. The fact that they are burned out really touched my heart. I wanted them to rest and recharge. But it looks like they are workaholics! Lol The break is now a meme on twt and has me laughing all day. Army everywhere are moaning and groaning at all the new content but we love to see it. We so proud of them. And seeing how much they love and treasure us is so touching. have fun catching up. Hugs. -NY USA 2019 Army 💜

[@kpatoine]

Fun fact ...you are in the era where braces are cool 😎 my 14 yr old begged for braces like we used to beg for Nikes because everyone had them. 😅 I loved that LFO song . And I feel like a healthy period of separation from BTS's constant non stop group promotions, events, productions, is fantastic for them to discover their individual sounds but is actually an overwhelming period of content from 7 separate sources for Army lol you won't feel deprived in your BTS journey because they are still throwing More content at us Left and Right pun intended. 🤣

[@lindseymackail9350]

yessss good to know the cool kids all want em lol. Thank you so much for the message and for making me smile! x0x0x

[@bluyoongi]

hope you’re doing better! loved the reaction, and i personally found the braces really cute on you :)

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so much!! ;) you made me smile! x0x0

[@Kiwilvr69]

Hang in there! You always find BTS when you need them the most. I'd LOVE to watch you watch the music video then follow up with the dance practice video, where you can really see the choreo. Best of Luck on your new adventure!

[@eruditeidiot]

Oh honey! I had no idea you were going through so much. Thank you for sharing your struggles. I’m glad to hear that you are mending. 💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

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[@wingyickcheong1605]

❤ that u found common ground with BTS. Love yourself ❤! Hang in there!

[@sandrahazzard2505]

Thank you for sharing your story. You have been through a lot, but I feel like everything we go through makes us who we are today, and look at you now, you are Army and going on tour with Backstreet Boys!! Thats amazing!! Very proud of you for putting yourself out there for us 💜

[@tammarabg8174]

The rabbit in the moon is the Korean version of the the western man in the moon (rabbit pounding rice in a mortar). The video is filled with Korean images, traditional dance moves, and costumes. There is also a play on words in this scene. The lyric refrain is talkin' talkin' which sounds like tokki tokki (rabbit, rabbit).

[@elianamariano308]

I am Happy to see you again. I wish you the best in life and recovery to your new life . Hope BTS provides you with joy and much inspiration. You are a “ warrior”! By the Way, our community appreciates your honest and vulnerable side. We are all humans. BTS helped me overcome the path to depression. They made me smile. You look gorgeous.💜💜💜

[@sternchen5682]

Thank you for opening up about your struggles and injuries and being open about them. I know from my own experience how hard it can be. Be strong!

[@lindseymackail9350]

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[@nariko7stars]

I admire you so much. You are an amazing person and always be proud of your journey. BTS have a knack for arriving in a person's life when they need them most. 💜 Keep doing your thing, your way. 🙏

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you!! and Amen to that!! x0x0x0

[@lilyjoeliani6558]

So sorry to hear about the accident and so glad you are on the mend. The best is yet to come and you’re not alone! Hugs & borahae 🫰🏼

[@antjinsan]

Respect for being so open and honest. More people should aspire to be like you! Keep up the great work, stay grounded and best of luck/love

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you x0x0x0

[@threesubeh]

I’m so happy for you 💜 glad you are going back to doing what you love. Sending you a big hug 🤗

[@courtneycole235]

Thanks for sharing. Glad to see you back. Good for you moving thru the healing. Also, glad with the industry you didn't lose the passion. I feel you on getting frustrated wanting to leave it . It happens in fast-paced creative industries, but you're still here!

[@lindseymackail9350]

x0x0x0x0

[@shawntaylor8488]

Beautiful smile, great reaction. I love to listen to the guys and when I have a down day listening to them always lifts my spirits

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you!!

[@amandafitzgerald4402]

Thank you for sharing your story with us Lindsey! You're the first reaction KZbinr that I have subscribed to because of your sincere and raw emotions when you do these videos. I feel every emotion I can see in your face. It is amazing to hear that everything in your life is going in the direction you want it to now and I hope this continues for you! I look forward to following your journey😊

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so much!! Its funny you said that about seeing it on my face lol. My students KNOW what I'm thinking when they dance bc it really is written on my face smh lol. I guess I just can't hide it but at the same time I love feeling it all..... I appreciate you being on this journey w me and the kind words! x0x0x0

[@ebony7177]

They work very closely with their longtime director Lumpins (they are a duo). Lots of the things in this video is based off of Korean traditions or lore like the bunny in the moon which stands for prosperity. They have a dance practice for this and you get to see the african influence with the gwara-gwara dance they do. We don't care about your braces. Just glad to see you back and hoping you continue to feel better.

[@lindseymackail9350]

thank you!!

[@karinacasco1895]

I call it BTS therapy for it has help me cope with very difficult situations in my life …. so glad that you fund them now 😎💜🖤💜🖤

[@joycehilyan]

Lindsay, you absolutely have to watch the Idol performance the MMA 2018, IT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND! 🔥

[@ihniwiad]

Smile broadly, you have a beautiful smile! do not be self-conscious. :) Thank for sharing your story and congrats on the upcoming tour!

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you ;) x0x0x0 thanks for making me smile

[@sarab.simpkins1969]

Lindsey, here are a couple of BTS practice videos from 2013 that are guaranteed to make you smile. Suga is absent - hospitalized with appendicitis! - and the BTS genius choreographer Master Son Seung Dok is taking his place. The videos both start with covers of oldie but goodie Korean rap and end with No More Dream, and were performed for "special stage" idol competitions. 방탄소년단 MBC 가요대제전 performance practice 방탄소년단 SBS 가요대전 performance practice (copy and paste in the youtube search bar to find the videos)

[@lindseymackail9350]

thank you!

[@tinymamabear7657]

Hi Lindsey. Welcome back, we've missed you! You certainly have been going through a lot. I'm so sorry to hear that. But I thank you for your honesty and openness in sharing your struggles with us. I remember the days of being self-conscious about wearing braces. But girl, rock them, and feel cute! 😘 And I hope you are feeling good as new very soon. I have to admit I got the tiniest chuckle from you saying the Idol choreography was chill. I'm glad you enjoyed it, but as so many others have recommended, please also check out a rehearsal video and a live performance of Idol, as well. Even if you don't react to them, you'll get the full effect of the awesome and strenuous choreo that is Idol. I am partial to the Jimmy Fallon live performance because the setting is so beautiful and they all perform in lovely custom-made hanboks. But any live performance would rock your world. Enjoy! Wishing you all the best. 💜

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thanks so much!! will do I will check out the live and the rehearsal of it. ;) x0x0x0

[@mysticshining]

Don't even worry about the braces! I got braces 2x and once in my 30's and I was so glad I did :D It's funny and I think symbolic, you look so sweet and happy with the big smiling braces but also like you're young again, beginning again... the best is yet to come girl❤💜❤ARMY understand the tears, we all have our stories and why BTS brings it out in us. Thanks for sharing yours, you do whatever you want on your channel, no limits.💜You're such a positive energy🦋🌞🌟

[@jcoti-white]

Glad to have you back. Great to see you've had an opportunity to travel. Keep doing you.

[@sil.vi.a]

I’m really glad that you are back. I enjoyed the video as always. Thank you for sharing with us, I appreciate your honesty. Hope you get well soon. Keep fighting! 💜 Love you, looking forward for another amazing reactions and your other projects.

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thanks so much Silvia!! x0x0x0

[@nataliasheridan6941]

Glad you are back. Can't wait to see all the new stuff you are working on. You might also enjoy checking out the dance practices as well. The dance practice for this song is so good. You get so see so much the mv didn't show. 💜 Hope the tour goes well.

[@lindseymackail9350]

I'll check it out! Thanks so much! x0x0x0

[@kathrynking2784]

You don't need to apologize for your vulnerability and appreciation for extraordinary artistic genius. The whole world has fallen in love with these Korean boys and we've had the opportunity to see them grow up.

[@antobutera]

Hope you feel comfortable and confident with your braces soon! I'm turning 30 in a few weeks and also rocking a mouth full of metal (for the second time in my life 😅 and also because of health rather than aesthetic reasons), but braces are chill. I also felt awkward the first few weeks after I got mine, but the self-consciousness goes away after a little while, and you're gonna be so happy once they're off! Sending you good vibes 💜

[@Andy-pi5vc]

I would definitely check out some live performances of this if you can, they are Intense! Their MMA performance is really well known and the intro has some amazing solo dances, but there's a lot happening on stage so it's a bit busy. For a paired back performance, I love them doing Idol (and I'm Fine) with Jimmy Fallon; their performances really shine since it's just them.

[@lazisoul]

Hey! Welcome back, I've missed your reactions. First, I'm sorry to hear about your health issues and happy that you are sharing it with us. I love your smile, with and without braces. I also understand being self-conscious. I struggle with self worth and this song is sometimes hard for me, since I'm not the best at loving myself. I had the amazing experience of attending one of the PTD LA performances and it was a bit surreal for me screaming "you can't stop me loving myself" with 50k other ARMY. Also traditional Korean clothing is called hanbok. :) Also you should totally watch Baepsae (silver spoon). The dance practice is something every new ARMY should watch.

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you for the kind words and sharing your feelings w me as well. We are all worthy. just have to remind yourself of it at times ;) love u

[@gailkeren]

Hi Lindsey! Thank you for opening up and sharing your journey and experiences. I'm so sorry to hear about your accident. I'm glad you are on a continued road to recovery. I loved your previous reaction to Yet to Come so I totally understand where you're coming from. Looking forward to more reaction videos from you.

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thanks Karen! x0x0

[@allora6826]

Hey Lindsey, thank you for being vulnerable with us. I loved your Yet to Come reaction, and I hope you feel valued and supported by this community. It's great to enjoy music I already love with someone else who loves it as well and who sees things I don't. Thanks for bringing your expertise and joy to the table. P.S. Your smile is beautiful--even with braces--so smile away! 💜 And congratulations on the new work and tour you're doing!

[@lindseymackail9350]

Aww Thank you!! great to be back x0x0x0x

[@TaylorCanada8]

Sorry to hear about everything you have gone through with your car accidents...I have been in several "hit from behind" accidents, but I didn't have the added pressure of getting myself fit enough to dance again. Glad you are getting help with TMJ issues too..they can be painful and affect all other aspects of your body. Congrats on the BSB tour..that's freaking amazing. I have to say you look stunning with and without the braces. Here is my take on BTS's Festa dinner announcement. I'm not going to lie, for the first day after I watched it I was going around in shock (and crying for a day), but mostly I was upset to see how much pain they were in (and had been in). As an ARMY I felt guilt that they were pushing themselves for us, and maybe not always being happy about it. If anyone has earned the right to focus on whatever they damn please and gain some life experience, it's these guys. Trust me when I tell you, even if these guys never put out another thing, you would have years of content to react to (and we as fans aren't going anywhere). Since Festa I have realized that we are going to have 7 times as much music to stay on top of. It's a great time to be a BTS fan and reactor..individually and as a group. Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your story as an artist with us. Can't wait to hear your music at some point. The traditional outfits are called Hanboks and they often mix traditional clothing pieces with modern pieces. The live performance of Idol is amazing too. Thanks for reacting and welcome back.

[@lindseymackail9350]

PREACH!!! yes yes you are so right!! these guys deserve the world and they are amazing. Thank you for the kind words too and I am so excited to continue to grow w the Army family and uncover more of them while they uncover more of themselves. x0x0x0

[@BelieveInMyDaydreams]

You have to check out the performance they did with this song at MAMA so cool and incorporated even more traditional Korean elements.

[@dezperez1]

You MUST check out this dance practice. One of their best choreos

[@ciel1177]

One of my favorite song, I love it so much, I'm never tired to listen it. And I really live the choreography for this song, I really recommend it to you.

[@alexia3458]

omg I'm so sorry to hear that i hope you're good now😢

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you! I am doing great ;) x0x0

[@alexia3458]

@@lindseymackail9350 it's good to hear that

[@divi4611]

You are by far the best choreographer reacting to artists' dance performances and commenting about it in factual manner... I really love your videos. It would be great if you made some of the tutorials for k-pop dance videos (cz I desparately want to learn them😂)

[@whisper4423]

Wishing you all the best with your future endeavors. Good to see you back. I always enjoy your reactions, particularly to the boys. Love the message in this song - 'You can't stop me loving myself' - something we all have to remember when we meet with adversity. And the bunny in the moon has a history all to itself - safe to say the boys put it there. And by the way, I admire your courage with the braces. When we are kids it's normal, but as adults it does cause you to be self conscious. But don't be. Good to see you smiling.

[@lindseymackail9350]

thank you!! x0x0x0

[@piaangelibernal633]

Awww. Thank you for sharing more of yourself. Rooting for your quick recovery! Purple hearts from Southeast Asia. I do enjoy your video reviews. I respect the honesty. :)

[@lindseymackail9350]

Thank you!! x0x0x0x

[@macyscarn3730]

You should watch their live performance of IDOL on Jimmy Fallon!! It’s awesome! 🙌🙌