First Time EVER listening to BLACK SWAN | BTS

Scott & Sam heard the song Dynamite from BTS for the first time, but the ARMY has told us to check out a song that's more indicative to who they really are as musicians/performers. So, today, Scott and Sam are going to listen to BLACK SWAN - a song that comes highly recommended from the fans. Will they like it? Will they hate it? Let's find out!
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[@HPReact]

💜💜💜💜💜 💜💜Once again we are blown away by the overwhelming support, comments and information we've received from you, the BTS community (ARMY). You've really made these two lugs feel welcomed and appreciated. As usual we want so dearly to respond to everyone, but it's just impossible to keep up with all of the comments. We will still try our best, but if we don't get to you, please know we read and appreciate every one of them. Thank you all again. You really are the best!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@renyauger4560]

A perfect follow up to the artistry of Black Swan is the hard edge of their smash hit Mic Drop (Steve Aoki remix). It has 1.4 billion views and with the two you’ve done it will help showcase their incredible creative versatility and why there needs to be all seven of them. Thanks for jumping down this & the Taylor rabbit holes. Trying to imagine how hard the internet would crash if there was a TSwift/BTS collab. Mic Drop - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYXPp2iVd9hrl9ksi=KLpPct-2-WhvOzTS

[@leaguelegend975]

Reaction BTS ON MV 🎉

[@boraheart613]

Hi. New subscriber. I enjoy your reactions, thank you. By the way, have you heard of BTS Black Swan's art film version? I think you will enjoy it too, considering you're in the tv/movie production field. Hope you can check it out💜

[@ChrisMarrero75]

Welcone to the loving hug of ARMY

[@lcloya]

I'm fairly new, too, and I feel like I've entered a portal to another dimension with BTS and Army. Army's archival power alone is a thing to behold. And, I've found Army to be positive and generous. I haven't encountered any gatekeeping of the vast information they have.

[@user-jw3eg3wu9j]

the song talks about how artists die twice - their actual death as well as when they lose their passion in their art - and they wish to keep their love for their craft.

[@HPReact]

Thank you for your help, we love learning about what songs mean. Thank you so much! 🙏🏼

[@himaririku9254]

STRAY KIDS IS KINGS LEGENDARY OF KPOP

[@vantaethv7]

​@@himaririku9254Maybe for you, but anyways listen to me, go comment this under stray kids videos pookie. This video is about bts and not them.💀

[@candicesmith-mackenzie6303]

​@@vantaethv7 well played. 😘💜

[@1badlibrarian]

@@himaririku9254Get out, troll

[@Pikaxsu]

This is the other-side-of-the-coin piece of their song called Dionysus. Where Black Swan is being afraid of losing your art or passion for it (first death), Dionysus is celebration of being so much in love with your art that you are drunk from it.

[@HPReact]

We had no idea. Thank you for this!

[@LaLunitade_Jin]

And both are my favorite BTS songs

[@maryhduke2307]

Look for the 2019 MMA performances. Incluudes the best Dionysus. 45 minutes of stage perfection.

[@evantesseract737]

Yes! And ON is related as well, it's the answer to the question Black Swan is asking. Black Swan is rooted in fear of loss, and embracing the shadow as a way through, and in ON they find strength in the shadow to get back up when they fall. I love these songs so much 😁

[@WonderingWildWanderingRose]

Map Of The Soul:7 was an absolute MASTERPIECE! Excellent structure for a concept album

[@vincenzapalms7777]

I am 74 and have been ARMY since 2017. Have never followed a group in my life. They put my mind into a different place with each and every song.

[@deb6252]

Fantastic

[@bobbiyoung2935]

Yes this was filmed in the historic Los Angeles Theatre and some of the sequences were filmed in the portion called hall of mirrors..it's about an artist losing his love for his craft..This is such a beautifully interpreted piece of art. BTS is so good at this, they teach you so much in their Music , their lyrics and choreo contain so much knowledge. . This was written by RM..

[@mikrokosmosmaven]

When this song dropped, it was such a surprise. There is a phenomenal orchestral version, if you are interested. The official MV for that version was an "art film" that was part of the global art collaboration unlike anything else at the time. That art project was called CONNECT, BTS. 💜

[@HPReact]

Great! We’ll check it out. Thank you 🙏🏼 very kindly!

[@mikrokosmosmaven]

art film: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHjFpoh8h8mMp7c

[@mikrokosmosmaven]

Global Public Art playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PL5hrGMysD_GvIoUCHAC1ujN8gmu6VjIy8

[@amytakiguchi4390]

​@@HPReact Yes, the orchestral version does not have BTS in it. The dancers in there do a beautiful, stunning job to an ethereal version of Black Swan 💜💜💜

[@AnaAFITeam]

Black swan explanation: Martha Graham's Quote "A dancer dies twice - once when they stop dancing, and this first death is the more painful." All BTS songs have their meaning. Try " Blood, Sweat & Tears". So in "Blood Sweat & Tears" is shown the difference between wanting to sin and resisting against sinning. (Check "Demian" by Herman Hesse)

[@HPReact]

I had to give up my music career to raise my kids so I get it. Thank you! Sam, 🙏🏼🥰

[@HPReact]

As a musician, I have had the same experience. It hurt deeply. Peace🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@ruthfischer7615]

That is one meaning - the meaning of the song on it's own. But BTS does amazing concept work/concept albums: To "Love Yourself" you have to "Know Yourself": psychology - the Map of the Soul (Carl Jung) "Black Swan" is a description/exploration of the shadow/the unconsious mind - what we can't accept about ourself: fears/hate/anger etc. what keeps us up at night and leads to despression/what brings us to our knees when we ignore it too long. In their case: the fear to loose their passion for their art "Blood, Sweat & Tears" talks about temptation - but it is about growing up - of merging the world of light and the world of temptation/dark. (Watch the short films from Begin) "Demian" is a coming of age novel. It's a path of individuation independent religious dictate or earthly rulership. Nietzsche famously said: "God is dead" The quote above the mirror in the MV is "You must have chaos within you to give birth to a dancing star". It's very relevant that they leave not through the black or white door. In childhood you are protected from reality by your parents (or at least they should) but when you become an adult you have to do the daily minuta all by yourself, have to see all the dark sides of the world you were protected from as a child. 💜

[@HPReact]

@@ruthfischer7615 oh wow. Thank you for all of this. We really appreciate it. And it helps!

[@rafaelsmith5737]

​@@HPReactPlease react to "Blood Sweat and Tears EXPLAINED" cause I know you guys thought it's about love & relationship. But you did great job understanding the first layer. 🥹😁

[@nellies-taekook-journals]

The genre is BTS. They have two MVs that are more like small movies than music videos and if you're interested in that then "Blood, Sweat and Tears" is based on "Demian" by Hermann Hesse. And "ON" (Grand Central Station performance on Fallon's Tonight Show) is based on Carl Jung's book "Map Of The Soul". They are both incredible works of art and both very different from "Black Swan".

[@WonderingWildWanderingRose]

I think as filmmakers they'd be more interested in the ON official MV (more movie like) than they would be in the Tonight Show performance (particularly as many reactors have troubles with copyright issues the monitors at the Tonight Show enforce) or the ON MV Kinetic Manifesto (though the camera work is awesome). Tiny clarification: Map of the Soul is a book *about* Carl Jung's psychology theories. I'm sorry I forget the authors name, but he was quite interested in how BTS were using his book as inspiration for their album. He did some videos on it around the time of the album release (Map Of The Soul: Persona, though I didn't follow up to see if he continued with Map Of The Soul:7) that were interesting to watch if you'd like to Google him.

[@nellies-taekook-journals]

@@WonderingWildWanderingRose Thank you :) I have the book (by Murray Stein). When I first saw BTS they had just come out with MOTS Persona and it pulled me in because I had studied Jung in college. I Love the "ON" MV and I did an analysis video on it a long time ago that hasn't gotten many views but I stand by it ;) I am thinking of redoing it though... my editing programs (and maybe skills?) have improved since then. I thought they might like the grand Central setting as a more musical movie extravaganza performance.. like in the forties and fifties (yeah, I'm old). 🕊💜😇

[@eileencritchley4630]

Jimin used his Contemperory Dance training skills to do all the solo dance parts in the MV. They film it in a film Theatre btw.

[@user-lk6or7xk1t]

He is mesmerizing...

[@BangPDsMom]

This song features the traditional Korean instrument, a 12 stringed gayageum. It adds so much to the drama of the musical composition. Hearing a BTS song for the first time is always an adventure as you can never be sure what genre or style will be used. But I’ve never been disappointed with any of them.

[@HPReact]

We agree. We were not expecting this. Great song!

[@randirigby3953]

I'm a 57 year old Army who has not stopped being entranced by the connection these boys bring and amplify with their considerable talents. Dynamite was about providing a bit of sunshine in the middle of Covid. This one, as a creative person (I'm an author), speaks to my soul about the very real fear of burning out. Glad you're checking them out. You won't be disappointed.

[@silverarmy8853]

💜💜💜

[@__DIDI08__]

💜

[@marthanavarro5023]

As a lover of the arts this is the first song I heard by BTS and now I'm a big fan

[@rashmikiran4602]

💜🥹

[@snagglejag1977]

As a 54 year old author ARMY, I agree.

[@tomshoney1114]

I think you'll enjoy MIC DROP, a total 180° from Black Swan. Look for the one with 1.4 billion views 💜💜💜

[@HPReact]

Your guidance is appreciated. 💙🙏🏼

[@rubbingminds]

Yes please do that,then go for ON kinetic Manifesto,then DNA, Butter Grammy performance, Blue and Grey,Boy with love.

[@rafaelsmith5737]

​​​@@HPReactPlease react first to Blood Sweat and Tears EXPLAINED to give you guys better understanding of the song.

[@sc33h3o3]

I say ON KINETIC MANIFESTO before Mic Drop, personally :)

[@esperanza6982]

@@HPReact -Agree with previous comment. I'm surprised that Black Swan was recommended so early - it's hard for new listeners to really appreciate how well BTS interpreted this song without understanding their musical roots. MIC DROP is a bit more indicative of their early core music.

[@bangtan2413borahae]

Bts are super versatile and for now they are doing their military service until 2025 they will return as a group

[@bluehourtarot]

I love you guys! I think you would like the MV for Fake Love. This video is somewhat based on a quote by Martha Graham “a dancer dies twice - once when they stop dancing, and this first death is the more painful.” Also, a lot of their music has basis in Carl Jung’s work, embracing the shadow, which I feel a lot with Black Swan. Ty

[@HPReact]

Wow, we had no clue! Thanks for the info. I had a feeling something deeper was being expressed! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@k8rip]

If you check out fake love, keep in mind almost all the effects are practical! As an amateur filmmaking enthusiast it was the first bts video that really hooked my attention @@HPReact

[@7Flowers1Dream]

@@HPReactYou weren’t wrong. As unfortunate side-effects of their sudden, meteoric international success and the increased pressure and workload it entailed they all experienced varying degrees of physical and mental exhaustion, depression, fear/anxiety and the beginnings of burnout, to the point sometime in 2017-18 they even discussed disbanding, although they ultimately decided against it and renewed their contracts. The songs they have a direct hand in (most of them) always reflect their personal emotions and/or experiences in some form, which makes them relatable to people of different backgrounds even if they don’t know exactly what inspired them. That said, that connection usually deepens and the song(s) “hit harder” once you do and you start to see the “big picture” and how songs/themes interconnect throughout their discography.

[@HPReact]

@@7Flowers1Dream we can imagine the huge weight they have on their shoulders. Must be unbearable at times

[@airyfairy2396]

Let's go to "OnIKinetic manifesto film)" next!! : )

[@HPReact]

That sounds intriguing, we’ll try to see if we can add it! 🫡💫🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@amytakiguchi4390]

​@HPReact Yes, love "On Kinetic Manifesto" it was filmed in California, I believe. It's a performance piece, and their choreography is outstanding. There is the "On" MV that's like a mini movie you might be interested in as well. The lyrics in this are also deep, as many of their lyrics are. Love your reactions, great job both of you!

[@HPReact]

Thank you@@amytakiguchi4390 ♥♥♥

[@laurenm.6320]

On Kinetic Manifesto and Blood Sweat and Tears took me from curious to signed ARMY. ❤

[@julieharris4700]

Actually as they're Holywood producers I think they would appreciate the original On MV more.

[@alipotter0613]

All their videos have dance practices and behind the scenes shooting sketches if you want to extend your reactions. They are normally only about 5-10 mins long and you can see they guys being goofy on set. You can also see how much is actually set and not green screen. A great track is Save Me and for this one you HAVE to watch the behind the scenes to see them do it in one -shot. And ponchos were required!!!💜

[@HPReact]

Thank you, we are adding your suggestions to the growing list! 🙏🏼

[@mariaberinguel25]

This is a good suggestion. It will gives you deeper understanding and appreciation of the boys craft

[@dktimber8467]

filmed in la theater. based off the quote a dancer dies 2 deaths and they applied it to the loss of passion for music

[@HPReact]

I think it’s the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles! Sam here, I relate to this feeling. I personally was affected by my own feelings of having to walk away from making music to raise my kids. ❤ thank you 🙏🏼

[@gabrielacastro3392]

Fantastic!! The MV was filmed at the Broadway Theater in LA. and my recommendation for BTS's next reaction would be Blood Sweat and Tears or Fake Love

[@HPReact]

It’s going on the list! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@HPReact]

Ooo, thank you! We’ll check it out. We appreciate your help!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@erikoenglish1651]

I'm 67 years old Japanese BTS ARMY 💜 Thank you for the reaction BTS. 🙏🙏

[@cnot4948]

As you are in the Film industry I'd like to recommend one from 2015 - BTS 'I NEED YOU'. I think you would be impressed not only with the cinematography but you can really get a feel for the acting chops on these 7 incredible performers. Or for something more recent try IU's 'LOVE WINS ALL'. V from BTS is in it as an actor but I think it would blow your mind at the incredible story telling in a 5 minute mv.

[@silverarmy8853]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Anne-pd2hk]

Just make sure its' the +19 version to get the full story.

[@natashawilliams5934]

I agree I Need You and Love Wins All would be great ones to react to and Fake Love as well.

[@BetterGreta13]

65 year old ARMY....always love seeing new people fall in love with these incredible artists, but I always hate when they start with Dynamite or Butter because they assume those songs represent the soul of BTS. BTS are very deep in their approach to songwriting and have the ability to transcend age or any other demographic and speak to the heart. I adore these seven young men, after having found them in 2019. They remain so humble despite their phenomenal, global success. Thanks for your reaction. Subscribed.

[@amytakiguchi4390]

@BettaGreta13 Found them in 2020 and haven't looked back. Always nice to see another "Silver ARMY " 💜💜💜

[@silverarmy8853]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻💜💜💜

[@silverarmy8853]

💜💜💜@@amytakiguchi4390

[@martilho64]

Totally right!

[@hae-limminus1972]

Hi there - any song that brought you to BTS is the right song. Dynamite introduced many English speakers to BTS. So glad you are giving these boys an honest listen. FYI: Army loves answering questions so don’t be shy. Feel free to pause as much as you need to cuz we’ve all seen all of these videos and are here to watch your reactions. And we don’t care if it’s quick or if it takes all day… Thx again ✌️

[@HPReact]

Thank you for this. Very helpful. Much appreciated.

[@HPReact]

We want to be respectful to the music and the fans, so that’s why we listen to it all the way through before we stop it and give our first reactions. Again, we’re good with pausing and discussing as well. Maybe we’ll do a poll?

[@deevee5287]

@@HPReactI love that you don’t pause and just take it all in. You could go through again to talk about certain points or the lyrics since reading subtitles and taking in the video at the same time on first watch is hard. So don’t pause if you don’t want to!

[@MarilynPF]

Some reactors literally stop after every line or each member’s part and I find that frustrating because I feel like they miss the fullness of the song, the harmonies, and the message. Since you’re new, watching something all the way through might be good but stop if something really strikes you. And make sure you wait until it’s completely over before stopping the video. There is often something extra at the end. 💜

[@a.darleneheisserer1028]

If you need to watch multiple times, to catch visuals and lyrics or more, feel free. Army don’t mind

[@88mindygirl]

The contemporary dancing in the video is what brings out the beauty of this video to me. Especially Jimin as the black swan. (He was the one that was dancing solo and had the wings sprout during the individual shots of the members on the staircase). Thank you for your reaction and will look forward to your next reaction. I am hoping it will be Blood Sweat and Tears or Fake Love. Both, again, show their deep commitment to reality and helping others.

[@pchs144]

RM, the leader, spoke about what he went through writing this song. He rewatched the movie Black Swan and said he cried alot during the writing. He also briefly spoke about the other definitions: black swan noun 1. a mainly black swan with white flight feathers which is common in Australia and Tasmania and has been introduced elsewhere. 2, an unpredictable or unforeseen event, typically one with extreme consequences. 3. something extremely rare. (Oxford) As many others have said, inspired/influenced by the Martha Graham (Martha Graham (May 11, 1894 - April 1, 1991) was an American modern dancer and choreographer. Her style, the Graham technique, reshaped American dance and is still taught worldwide. Graham danced and taught for over seventy years.)(Wikipedia) quote. Having the fear of losing your love for or ability to create your art, whatever that art may be, also burnout/writer's block, etc. They were dragged under but fortunately came out the other side of this period per Suga's lyrics when he says he will never be dragged away again "Slowly, I open my eyes 여긴 나의 작업실 내 스튜디오 This is my workroom, my studio 거센 파도 깜깜하게 나를 스쳐도 Even if harsh waves brush against me in the darkness, 절대 끌려가지 않을 거야 다시 또 I will never get dragged away again Inside I saw myself myself" (doolsetbangtan.wordpress.com/?s=Black+Swan) Also, I always recommend if you want a deeper understanding of any of the lyrics that you use the above site doolsetbangtan. All of BTS's songs can be found there translated and annotated with pertinant Korean cultural information. Thanks so much! I am really enjoying your reactions!

[@OT7_DopeOldARMY]

Someone below mentioned that some BTS music is based on Carl Jung theories. To go a little deeper on that topic, the Map of the Soul album Series - "Persona" and "7" are based on Jungian psychology - Persona, Shadow, Ego. All of the songs talk about things like who they are in real life versus as an artist/BTS member, their fears, etc. "Black Swan" is on "Map of the Soul: 7" and explores the "shadow" or fear they have of losing their passion (or ability) to be artists/perform. That's a real fear, because the obstacle can come from within (burnout, depression), or it can be forced on them by outside forces, or they could suffer a career-ending injury. They actually shared in their "FESTA" (annual debut anniversary celebration) video in 2022 that they had run out of inspiration as a group and needed the time they were announcing - to do their military service and work on/release solo projects - to grow as individuals. (As an aside, they also said then and have repeated as a group and each individually numerous times, that they WILL be back as a group in 2025, after the last members complete their military service. In 2023, almost all of them talked about being excited to get back together and do concerts together again. They have enjoyed the time on their own, but they're also all committed to the group first.) Some background and context to this album in particular is that it was released in February 2020. It was meant to be the focus of their biggest world tour - in stadiums around the world - that was scheduled to begin in April and continue into Q4-ish of that year. They had come out of a couple of years of burnout, exhaustion, etc...and they were facing the mandatory military service for their oldest member, Jin, by the end of that year. It was also their 7th year as a team, having debuted in 2013. In K-pop, there is what is known as "the 7 year curse." It comes from the fact that most K-pop contracts last 7 years, and all South Korean men have to do mandatory military service, so it's not uncommon for male groups to have to pause for that and then never really come back. It's pretty rare for them NOT to break out and each go their separate ways. So this song is written in that context as well. "Map of the Soul: 7" is a deep, absolutely gorgeous album...and it never really got its due. BTS had to scrap the entire tour and pivot, which is how the "English trilogy" came about - them making it up as they went along, hoping they could do the tour after all and then finally having to scrap it. Their album "BE" also came out of the period of time at the height of the pandemic. I enjoy your reactions, perhaps because I am also "of a certain age." 😜

[@aliceyoung4070]

Thank you so much for that information. I had gaps in what I new about Map of Soul and all that was around their COVID. Thank you! Love Army so much for sharing info.

[@silverarmy8853]

Perfect 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@hae-limminus1972]

Here’s a fun fact about Map of the Soul which was written by professor Murray Stein. The 3 volume book sold out worldwide due to BTS. So for the new printings all 3 volumes are dedicated to BTS & Army… these guys really are the “sold out kings” from books to cars to ramen to fabric softener…

[@1badlibrarian]

As far as coming back in 2025, they have already signed contracts. Part of the contract is for each to sit on the board of Hybe instead of Bang PD representing them as group.

[@pattytovar5079]

Wow! Thanks everyone for all the info!!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@user-hv1hm7bg8p]

I'm 51 years old and have been an ARMY for 5 years. YOU HAVE A LONG BUT BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY TO COME WITH BTS. THESE TALENTED BOYS HAVE CHANGED THE LIVES OF MILLIONS OF PEOPLE. READ TRANSLATIONS OF THEIR SONGS. THEY HAVE DEEP MEANING AND BEAUTIFUL LYRICS. WELCOME TO THE BTS UNIVERSE.

[@jeanzipagan4978]

Blood, Sweat And Tears. A genius of a Song.

[@eileencritchley4630]

It's about their fear that fear of losing their passion for their art. There art being Song Writing, Composing, Producing, Rapping, Singing and Dancing even just going up on stage. There's a Shadow in this MV and it represents their Fear it's a Psychological term that represents the part of the brain were we hide our deepest darkest thoughts and fears. The Shadow ends up at the end of the MV falling down into nothing and thus saying they have conquered their fears of losing their passion for their Art. It's also based on the quote by the famous Dancer Martha Graham "A Dancer dies twice, once when they stop dancing and this is the most painful death"

[@PyrateSilly]

Theatre - Then watch "Young Forever" - These are just the opening lyrics "The curtain falls and I’m out of breath. I get mixed feelings as I breathe out. Did I make any mistakes today? How did the audience seem?"

[@haerang7717]

Thank you for your reaction I recommend "Spring Day-BTS". I'm sure you'll like it +A music video with a story will definitely be interesting Of course, there are deeper theories - visual beauty, lyrics, music, background ETC. - but it's enough to just enjoy. ++I used a translator 😘💜

[@donnasweet3198]

Thank you for the reaction to Black Swan! You're right, this was filmed at the beautiful LA Theatre. They do so many different genres of music so I'm glad you want to hear more. Because you were in the industry, you may enjoy watching their behind-the-scenes videos to see how much attention to detail and set design they put into each MV. They use little CGI normally, but one MV I love is IDOL which has tons of it! They put it out in answer to the false comments from haters that they were using CGI when they weren't. I love the message about loving yourself in the song, too. 💜

[@anitaherbert1037]

No one thing is typical of BTS. They are truely creative experimental and multi genre.

[@lotusm0214]

Thanks for the lovely video! I am a moviegoer. Gus Van Sant mentioned in an interview that he wanted to appoint Jimin, a member of BTS in his movie, Chloé Zhao is also a fan of Jimin and used Jimin and V's song in Eternals. I would like to recommend "fake love" "Blood,Sweat & Tears" I also like "spring day", lyrics and MV have quotes from Bong Joon-Ho's Snowpiercer.

[@kattpurples7]

Annyeong haseyo! Your Korean is great Sam :) The Black Swan MV was filmed at the Los Angeles Theatre. I discovered BTS in the summer of 2017 via their Blood Sweat & Tears MV. My jaw dropped I didn’t know what I was looking at or even where to look there were so many layers. After that I really just wanted to know their names & somehow found myself deep in the rabbit hole. Their 2015 album “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Part 1 ” has a very compelling alternate universe narrative: Check out their I Need U & Dope MV & of course Spring Day MV. Their musical style is incredibly diverse so for comparison check out ON MV. Welcome to BTS! There is so much to discover :)

[@HPReact]

Thank you so much for all of this. Helps us tremendously as we navigate this huge discography. And thank you for watching to the end! You're the first to comment on Sam trying out his Korean :)

[@kattpurples7]

@@HPReact 🥰 Just wanted to clarify there is “ON official mv” & “ON Kinetic Manifesto Film: Come Prima” both featuring BTS song ON. Both excellent!

[@dyaneleblanc6447]

One of the most watched. It’s very different from their pop music. The production is beautiful. Mix the music, location, lighting, and of course Jimin as the black swan showing off his incredible contemporary dance skills. It’s a triumph

[@silviaabidzar2901]

"ON kinetic manifesto film" should be the next... Yeah 😂 Thank you for giving our precious 7 a chance 💜

[@HPReact]

They’re great! And ON seems to be a very popular recommendation. Thank you! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@AmandaSerry-qf2ix]

Black Swan, an artist dies twice. Once when they can no longer produce their art and then physically. To showcase their beautiful hearts and voices, check out their live performance of Magic Shop (with captions). They performs live and write their own lyrics. They have written so many songs to help their fans.

[@dawngraf6121]

Thanks guys for taking the time to listen..these amazing guys saved my life literally they taught me to love myself no matter what..that's powerful...

[@debhouckscraftycottage9288]

Black Swan was my introduction to BTS. I was drawn in by the artistic nature of this one, and then continued down the BTS path and never looked back. Became ARMY a few months after I found them. Yes, the theater was in LA, but I'm not sure it's still there. The song is about losing your passion for your art, and is based on a film of the same name about a ballet dancer. They say that when you lose your passion or can't perform anymore, that is your first death and that is worse than your final death. Looking back, I think BTS were facing burn out and were afraid they were losing their passion for their art - making music. You really need to see a LIVE version of this - preferable from their Permission to Dance concert in LA or Las Vegas (late 2021 and April 2022 time frames)! You may be amazed at their Live Vocals while dancing! Anyway, more songs to react to: Fake Love, ON (there are 2 versions - the MV and then the Kinetic Manifesto Film Come Prima), Idol and then Idol explained by a Korean (DKDKTV), Spring Day (and then the explanation by Italian ARMY video too), MicDrop (Steve Aoki remix)... and then there are so many more BTS songs AND solo works from each member. More on that another time.

[@jerrihadding2534]

Oh my, how long has it been that I have heard the word “flabbergasted” spoken aloud?! I’m a 74 year old American woman who has been ADDICTED to words since I was five. Even at that age I understood that words have power. Thanks so very much for this pleasure 🫶!

[@HPReact]

Sam is a walking encyclopedia :)

[@yammylattan2821]

Yeah me too..usually it's "i'm floored"❤❤😊

[@christelbodin3948]

Thank you for getting right into Black Swan❤️ I appreciate your curiosity and good remarks, as you understand you are on the top of an iceberg . Enjoy😍

[@reneezemlock7880]

You are correct. This was filmed at a theater in LA. Their song "ON" from the same album as "Black Swan" (Map of the Soul 7), also had an MV filmed while they were in LA and again... it's a 180 departure. Check out "ON: Kinetic Manifesto", it's the choreography version (their is an MV as well). Then you should go to "Mic Drop" for another 180 :)

[@silverarmy8853]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bl00dFairy]

I think you guys would enjoy Room Live Festa 2021. It showcases their versatility, and it's live. You'll also see the guys in a more natural state being themselves. It's musically really delightful to listen to as well.

[@Imme_begin]

Hope you continue to go down this rabbit hole. I’m Silver ARMY, 68 yrs old. The members all have great solo songs, too. My votes: “On Kinetic Manifesto” “Mic Drop” w/ Steve Aoki “Fake Love” “Blood Sweat and Tears” “Not Today” “I Need You” Members solo songs Vocalist Jin - “Epiphany” Jung Kook - “Standing Next to You” V - “Rainy Days” Jimin - “Like Crazy” Rappers RM - “Wildflower” Suga (aka Agust D) - “Daechwita” J-Hope - “Hope on the Street” feat. J. Cole

[@Raynstor.m]

A lot of BTS MV have behind the scenes and you can also find explanation of the lyrics and symbolism. Everything you see in their videos has a meaning. There is a lot of double meanings. A lot of their songs sound like they’re talking about a romantic relationship but they are usually referring to their fandom (A.R.M.Y.) or the group members. They write a lot of their songs for their fans. You will also notice the more upbeat the song the more serious or dark the lyrics are. I am enjoying watching your journey down the BTS rabbit hole. 💜🫰

[@hollypalm440]

Hi! I am 57 yr. Old Army and love BTS . I would like to say that the more you listen to the variety of musical prowess in their content, their unique sound and style transcends the " k-pop" idol group cookie cutter image and repetitious mediocre content .. For me they are 7 musical genius artists that happen to be from Korea... You cannot put them in a box for any stereotypical type of musical. They are their own genre . No one sounds like them and vice versa. No one has the deep conceptual content - layer upon layer with words or imagery.. the incorpating of their culture whether through ideaology, mannerisms, dance, and instruments is unmatched.. blending in the english/ western meanings is a perfect recipe for the entire world. Their song "Ddaeng" (pronounced dang) is the ultimate example of the intelligence it takes to produce such living legends.. I really hope you delve deep into the rabbit hole called BTS. You will mot be dissappounted.. Did I mention their stellar characters as humans?? That is for next time! Have a happy discovery!

[@LotusBloom0309]

I’m a 48 yr old ARMY from Phoenix. BTS music and videos have layers. They are highly metaphorical. This song comes from their Map of the Soul 7 album which explores the psychological concepts of Carl Jung. As producers, you might really like the AgustD trilogy. AgustD is the alter ego of BTS’s Suga. He released trilogy of videos that document his mental health journey. Again, lots of laters to the meaning, but the production on them is just gorgeous. The videos are (in order): Daechwita (this is a Korean marching music that would play when the King arrived) Haegeum (which is both a traditional Korean instrument that you hear in the track and also means to lift a ban on something that was forbidden) Amygdala (which is the part of the brain that stores your traumatic memories and controls you fight/flight/freeze responses. The amygdala protects you from trauma) Anyway, check those out. They are incredible. 💜💜💜💜

[@HPReact]

Amazing. Thank you for this. 🙏

[@PrincessPutdown]

Thank you for reacting to BTS! Their discography is so large and widespread of genres that its hard to pick what to watch next! Me personally, I'd say "Blood, Sweat and Tears" !

[@HPReact]

👍

[@CP_LUVS]

Thank you so much for checking out more BTS. Love your thoughts and interpretations of what you are watching and hearing. A dance troupe from Europe did a art MV for this song, very very impressionistic and hauntingly beautiful. With over 400 tracks in their full portfolio of solo and group and collaboration tracks, there is very little that surprises me anymore about what they put out. TYTY.

[@user-xz2gn7ti2m]

이 노래가 발표되었을 때 저는 박사 논문과 씨름하면서 정확히 이 노래의 상황과 같은 싸움을 하고 있었죠. 내 인생을 바칠 정도로 사랑하던 분야인데 끝없는 수렁에 빠져 나 자신을 증오하고 존재의 소멸을 두려워하는 딜레마를 이 노래 덕분에 견뎌낼 수 있었어요. Shadow- black swan - On -ego 로 이어지는 일련의 노래들은 그 당시의 나를 구원하였답니다. 이 순서의 노래들을 가사를 위주로 리뷰하는 것을 추천합니다.

[@ros4645]

Translation: When this song was released, I was struggling with my doctoral thesis and going through exactly the same situation as this song. It was a field I loved so much that I devoted my life to it, but thanks to this song, I was able to endure the dilemma of falling into an endless quagmire, hating myself and fearing the disappearance of existence. The series of songs leading to Shadow-black swan-On-ego saved me at that time. I recommend reviewing the songs in this order, focusing on the lyrics.

[@tracydowd4013]

Yes, this music video was shot in Los Angeles, at the closed Los Angeles theater. *The quote from dancer Martha Graham: "A dancer dies twice - once when they stop dancing, and this first death is the more painful."* The lyrics are introspective and find BTS confessing, as artists, the fear of losing their passion for music.. "Black Swan" details the relationship artists have with their craft, comparing the harrowing feeling of loss of love for the craft to death, with lyrics such as "If this can no longer resonate, no longer make my heart vibrate, then like this may be how I die my first death." Ultimately, they find hope and realize that they can overcome it and move forward, embracing their passion for music again, after self reflection and understanding. I love this song, it's the one that made me ARMY. 💜

[@heartsamessgaultier8562]

I am so happy that you guys have chosen this MV, as this is one of my favorites. Also, this featured a lot of Jimin solo dancing, his background in Contemporary, Lyrical and Classical Dance makes his contribution here so magical. He is my "Swan", lol. It is going to take a while to get the faces and names straight, but don't worry, we'll support your "struggle" to identify the members 100%! Maybe 'Blood, Sweat & Tears' next?

[@SnapCracklyPop]

This was shot at the Los Angeles Theatre. When this music video first dropped, I recognized it right away because I’ve been there for a filming about 2 years before. They were here in LA to perform for the Grammys and do promo for their soon-to-be released album (late Jan to late Feb 2020). It was right before pandemic. Anyways, it was an unexpected music video drop, no warning or hint. Usually they would let us know that something is coming.

[@HPReact]

It's a beautiful venue. Perfect for this song/performance

[@Arwen-rk8vk]

Hello, the pressure on them is as great as the mental and physical exhaustion, they did not have a break since they debuted. 2013 was really critical for them. At some point they thought about separating in 2018 and that was where the company was forced to give them a month of rest. This song was the farewell that they wanted to leave to ARMY. Fortunately for us, they talked among themselves and gave each other strength to move forward. And the company trembled and had to bow down and say ok. BTS is a worthy example to follow

[@Beekim_ot7]

I would love to see your reaction on the song “ON”. There are 2 versions, my favorite is focused more on the intense choreography and filmed in LA. The other one has a feel of a movie.

[@HPReact]

100%! We love that they seem to film in LA quite a bit. That's cool!

[@deevee5287]

@@HPReactthey did film a bunch in LA for the Map Of The Soul 7 album, and those include Black Swan and On (both Kinetic Manifesto and the more cinematic official music video). Kinetic Manifesto is in kind of an iconic LA location

[@endoraismygma]

My favorite BTS song and MV and that's saying a lot because I love so many of their songs. Artistically beautiful and tragic which really floats my boat. 🖤✨️💜

[@HPReact]

yes. everything was spot on. it's more like creative performance art which we love.

[@keciaandthepurpleheart2961]

The first time I Black Swan live I cried. It was so beautiful. BTS live is always amazing. 💜 💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@christinaneville2814]

If you watch this performaned live it even more beautiful. Ive had the pleasure of experiencing it twice & I got emotional both times.

[@WhalienDNA]

Since you’re into film, you need to know about the BU; the BU is the BTS Universe. There is a connected storyline across several MVs, a webtoon, etc. It starts with the extended MV for I Need U. Not all of their MVs are part of it and ones that are will say so in the description of the MV.

[@MomaCat59]

The first death we experience is the death of creativity, before the final death.

[@sylviegagne1287]

Your next video: Fake Love. It's a must! Visually stunning, and the melody will stay in your head for days.

[@kristen3230]

BTS videos can be very cinematic. There is one reactor I love, Cedric Gegal, who writes, directs, acts and produces who started reacting to BTS during covid and his perspective is so interesting. I love to hear how things might have been shot and choice of colors, ect. Just because you don't produce music does not mean you don't have something we would love to hear. Some other visually interesting videos are Fake Love, Idol, and Blood, Sweat & Tears. This is the person who wrote to you about YES on the last video

[@Ween4ever]

Oh, I wanted to mention that in Dynamite, they used sets and the airplane happened to fly over right at that time and was not CG. They rarely use CG unless it’s intended. Fake Love is not CG if you watch that MV where many think it is. 💜

[@HPReact]

Thanks for getting in touch! We’ll be doing more in depth studies on them and looking forward to more BTS!

[@kaydee75]

I'm sure the recommendations will seem overwhelming, but the sheer amount of content BTS has produced over 10 years is insane. Given your film background, my suggestion is their song 'On'. There are two music videos which might make for an interesting comparison: the official MV which is narrative style and the Kinetic Manifesto film which is performance based. Same song done 2 very different ways.

[@AngelaSealana]

Hey gents! Thanks for giving this a shot. Definitely check out the other MV they filmed in an LA dam, called "ON Kinetic Manifesto: Come Prima". (Not to be confused with simply "ON").

[@leahwarburton]

Hello from a 55 year old New Zealand ARMY. I have seen suggestions for Mic Drop, the Steve Aoki Remix, and I would agree with that. To that I would add ON: Kinetic Manifesto Film (there is also an Official MV for ON, and it can be interesting to compare the two. Same song, but the different visuals give it a different feel). I would then recommend Airplane pt.2 (you may be surprised when you hear it, and see the MV). 💜 Together with what you have seen so far, you will start to get an idea of the diversity in styles the guys have. And that's not taking into account their unit songs (2, 3, or 4 members performing a song), and solo songs - because that would blow your mind. I don't believe they have done any country songs, but pretty much everything else is covered - either in group, unit, or solo songs. Welcome again to BTS. You are going to love your journey here in the warren at the bottom of the rabbit hole. But I don't think you know what you are getting in to. And I realize that sounded ominous😆, but I promise that you won't regret it.💜 BTS have literally saved lives - in more ways, and in even greater numbers than even they realize. They are shining examples of how to be open and honest; how to admit when you are hurting and need help; and how it's okay to feel that way, how it's normal. They remind us that we have value, and that we must love and respect ourselves, before we can form honest, healthy, and happy relationships with others. They encourage us to be true to ourselves; to live our own lives; to follow our own dreams; and remind us that it's okay if we don't have a dream, we can still find happiness without one. They tell us that it's okay to fail; encourage us to pick ourselves up and try again; but also to look honestly at ourselves, and the path we are on. And they remind us that we are not alone. That we are valuable, beautiful, and unique individuals. That our soft light shines bright in the tapestry of stars that embroider the sky.💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 Wow. Sorry, I only meant to write the one paragraph. Anyway, welcome once again to BTS. ARMY are always here, ready to hold your hand; and walk along side you on your journey.💜

[@ashleyder9164]

BTS experiment with a lot of different genres....you honestly never know what you're going to get with them, heh. I'd recommend their song Fake Love. It's one of my favorite!

[@kathymcguire8287]

My father was a scenic artist for over 45 years in Hollywood! Thanks guys for sharing this amazing boy band. My father would have loved them! 😊

[@beckymorse7926]

PUSH THE BUTTON, FRANK! As an ARMY as well as an avid fan of Joel, Mike, and the bots, you just made my day right there.

[@mamabearlovesbts6087]

I am a 68 year old and have been a fan for five years and I absolutely adore BTS. I also have never followed another band, listened to Country Music. Thank you for taking the time to listening and giving us your thoughts on BTS. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜. I did subscribe hoping to hear more about BTS from you.

[@Br3cca.]

I would recommend Burning up (Fire), because it was the song that brought me into bts and kpop. Its different from Dynamite and blackswan, it is from 2016. And Magic Shop and Mikrokosmos, they are a bit softer songs and written for Army. You should definitly watch a live performance of these, with lyrics. Especially magic shop, it is written by Jungkook, who is normally not a songwriter, and the lyrics are really deep.

[@sarahomar8351]

Yess you did one of the songs on the list I suggested previously. I would appreciate if you do all of the rest to get an overall idea about the group and what they're capable of 💜 Group songs : Mic drop (Steve Aoki remix) On Kinetic manifesto film Dope Not today Run BTS dance practice Dionysus Solo songs: Daechwita - Agust D Agust D - Agust D Persona - RM Still life - RM More - J-hope Arson - J-hope Daydream - J-hope Still with you - Jungkook Standing next to you - Jungkook My time (live version) - Jungkook Filter (live version) - Jimin Set me free pt. 2 - Jimin Serendipity - Jimin Singularity - V Le Jazz de V - V Slow dancing - V The Astronaut - Jin

[@HPReact]

Wow! Thanks for sharing this list! We’re on it! 💙🙏🏼💙

[@user-lk6or7xk1t]

Like crazy by Jimin

[@yasss.b]

THIS SONG IS AMAZING

[@aswanight]

I love Black Swan and I love that BTS is so versatile in musical genres and song themes. Maybe you want to listen to Spring Day and Mic Drop then you could watch something like their tiny desk concert, is really fun!

[@nikki4noo]

Really enjoyed your first little toe dipping into our massive rabbit hole. With your love for tv and film I know that you will very much enjoy exploring all their artistry using that medium to express their art.

[@cjayj442]

I like your banter and I love this song. Thank you for your reaction. 💜💜

[@HPReact]

♥♥♥♥♥♥

[@mawbast1]

The theater was a film theater built in 1931, which is why it’s so amazing. Los Angeles Theater on 6th and Broadway downtown LA

[@candicesmith-mackenzie6303]

It is shot at the Grand LA Theatre. Based on the famous ballet Swan Lake. In this ballet there is a white/good swan and an evil/black swan and in modern productions both parts are played by the same dancer. Symbolizing the struggle within oneself between light and dark. BTS has a whole series of songs about the shadowself. Starting with Blood, Sweat and Tears based on Hermann Hesse's Daemian and Jungian theories. Also at it's core it is about losing your passion. I love how they use black and white, light and dark, stillness and movement in this video. 😘🫰🏻🫶🏻💜

[@allyquintero7981]

It'll be nice if next reaction could be a live performance so you can se their faces and music in a more natural form. Tiny desk performance is a great option❤

[@toni5431]

I knew Black Swan would appeal to you for it's sheer artistry. Would love to see you react to Blood Sweat and Tears. It's a older song than those you have done but has an amazing MV. I think you would both enjoy the MV for the song On as well. (Not the Kinetic Manifesto one as this is really more for performance) but the actual Music Video version which is a short film in itself. BTS also has the BU (Bangtan Universe) which incorporates songs, music video's, short films and printed notes in albums to narrate a fictional storyline. That might be a good one for you both to dissect over time. Neat reaction guys I've subbed to you both.

[@catofthecanals5562]

Hi guys, thanks for checking out another one. Think you would also like Fake Love. Hope you enjoy. Thanks for your reactions and have a great day.

[@Ween4ever]

Since I’m watching your reactions from the beginning, I feel that besides all the explanation, it’s also the fact that BTS can all express the emotions not only with choreography and lyrics, but with their facial expressions that sets them apart from many others. Thank you for this. I’ll be jumping to your reaction to Taylor’s guide next and have seen that so many times that I want to hear your thoughts. Borahae💜🇨🇦 older Japanese Canadian ARMY here! 😊

[@lizruork7877]

There are roughly 80 official MV’s and many if not most are from the Korean production company Lumpens… And it’s director Choi yong seok They cover a huge range of visual and production styles. BTS provides “shooting sketches” of many. These sometimes focus on the production itself, some more on the interactions of the members while filming. Probably the most “famous” MV’s are Fake love Blood sweat and tears On kinetic manifesto Spring day The beloved one shot video of the song Save Me (the shooting sketch for this is a must) I need you Run Idol Not today DNA Dope Fire Mic drop Not only is the music diverse but the visual statements , which sometimes tell a completely different story from the song, are at least as diverse And the MV’s for solo work are just as impressive Our little rabbit hole is very very deep and wide 💜😊

[@DA-sf3vs]

BTS are so good, their music is so versatile and just amazing. Whatever genre u like they have it!

[@lilyjoeliani6558]

If you are film/tv producers you are in for a pleasant surprise. BTS’s MVs and many of their live performances are cinematic and truly a sight to behold. Check out Daechwita, ON:Kinetic Manifesto, Haegeum, Fake Love, Fire, Mic Drop, Run. Legendary live performances are Butter on Grammy, MAMA Awards 2018 2019.

[@azi7m]

I'm 36 years and i love BTS 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@HPReact]

We get it :)

[@HailToTheMeep]

Esoteric. What an apt description. Best I’ve ever heard about BTS’ older more brooding stuff. That was filmed in a theatre in LA. The theme here is based on a well known quote by the famous dancer Martha Graham, “a dancer dies twice - once when they stop dancing, and this first death is the more painful.”

[@HPReact]

Yes, Martha Graham was amazing! Esoteric was what I was feeling about that video. Thanks why I liked it so much, We're just starting to realize just how deep they can go. I mean, who references Carl Jung for G-d sake? Thank you for your comments and support! S&S

[@moxiedawn4370]

I like the way you just watch without commenting at first. Just taking it in. So many reactors wantn to comment all the way through without actually watching.

[@HPReact]

We want to learn! We got way more love than we expected ! Thanks for your support! S&S. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@EricaLMudge]

Hi guys, I'm a grandma army since 2019. I recommend you the BTS 2021 Festa Live Room. This presentation was live. They sing portions of various songs interacting with each other in a refreshing way. It lasts around 10 minutes.

[@HPReact]

Thank you so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼 adding to the long list! 👍 S&S

[@florravelo1615]

Thanks for the good reaction. Each BTS video tells a story, impregnated with symbolism, using different musical genres. There is something for everyone. In addition to the good production, its music with incredible beats and its inspiring lyrics, its magnificent dancing, there is the great relationship with its fans, like no other. They are the best-told story of effort and work.💜

[@armyvero3298]

Gracias gracias,Bts es único y no se puede encasillar en un solo género,son multitalento 💜💪

[@viktoriatabermanbradford]

So happy I've found this channel, great reactions and you're so respectful towards our kings. Welcome to the universe of BTS and I'm looking forward to see you go down this rabbit hole :-)

[@user-fj4dw4hp2j]

Glad to see you are starting to uncover the greatness of BTS, the real reason why they are sooo loved! Their artistry is just unmatched. They're amazing artists!

[@Kett6363]

So fun to share community with the both of you. Thank you

[@HPReact]

Thank you for being so welcoming. We're overwhelmed 🙏

[@pacificpacific]

Some of their videos and songs are so deep and full of lyricism and symbolism that we need actual explanation videos. That being said, BTS always say that each song is open to your own interpretation as is always the case with art. As you go deeper into the rabbit hole you will see the themes of their albums and how each album is related/connected to the ones before and after. Each album shows various stages of growth as people and artists and each song in the album is just forwarding that theme. BTS is not a typical band/group. You could literally study their music and write books on it and them 💜💜

[@user-lk6or7xk1t]

The live version is even more impressive.

[@wandaJ12]

BTS is my happiness. Thank you for reacting to BTS

[@irisr.fullwood1345]

❤🎉AND THAT! IS THE POWER! OF "ARMY" 😝💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💥

[@flippinharmon2933]

I can't wait till you watch "On."

[@stephanieebarr1]

I got sucked in with Butter (another poppy one put out during the pandemic) but I'm totally into BTS now. It's grabbed my soul and hasn't let up for the past three years.