Metal Vocalist - BTS MMA 2019 Live Performance ( REACTION )

[@tysonn4736]

When I first saw this performance, it literally left me in shock. It elevated BTS from "a really good pop/rap group" to "a once in a generation artist". I'm just glad I'm alive in this time, so I can experience them first hand. Watching BTS now reminds me of when I watched Michael Jordan in his prime. They are just so far above every body else, it's astonishing.

[@Manueelaa]

Yeah I felt the same way when I saw this.

[@TheyCallMeTeknoTom]

Great comment. Totally agree bro!

[@lachimie5456]

Hundred percent agree 👏💜

[@subobing3551]

Or like Michael Jackson! His performances were always epic.

[@laurieberrie]

PERIOD!!!

[@crimsxnheart]

During all of the dance breaks before Dionysus each of the 7 members represented different Greek Gods, Jin was Athena, Suga was Hephaestus or Hades, Hobi was Zeus, RM was Dionysus, V was Apollo, Jimin was Artemis and Jungkook was Poseidon

[@JohnReavesLive]

🤯 that makes so much sense watching it back with that in mind now!

[@Beltainflame]

I also don't know if you noticed the lights that came down for each of their individual performances. Seven members, seven lights that in the end formed the constellation Corona Borealis, which is tied to a story of Dionysus. I think any kpop music show performance puts any American Super Bowl performance to shame, especially any of BTS's! This is my all time favorite performance of theirs.

[@mandeefarley1399]

@@Beltainflame Dude. Can you imagine BTS playing the Super Bowl?!!! It would be the best they ever had. 😂

[@madmaddox1139]

Reminder tho that Apollo and Artemis are twins, and they gave those to Tae and Jimin who consider themselves soulmates

[@heviladuarte6946]

Omg! I didn't know about that!!! Tysm for the information 💜🙇🏻‍♀️

[@rage5669]

I’m gonna say it. BTS is the greatest of all time. I’m a metalhead & a fan to heavier music. But they completely change my previous narrow-minded opinion towards Kpop. These guys more than just a boyband. They deserve all the attention. Their music & works are life changing. Despite being so succesful, they are still an underated phenomenon.

[@JohnReavesLive]

Rage did we just become best friends?! Literally before I started doing these reactions I had the same 6-7 metal bands on repeat and now I’m all over the place with music and I love it, they’ve made me appreciate so much more music and myself more and I love it

[@rage5669]

@@JohnReavesLive I noticed your Trivium’s reaction. Metal is part of me too bro. And yes, music in overall suppose to be listened without prejudice. Btw, appreciate if you could do some melodic death metal reaction too someday. Something from Kalmah or Children of Bodom(R.I.P. Alexi Laiho) would be great.

[@diananyaboke6811]

Yes. Exactly. 😭. It's inexplicable. 😭

[@theresadimarco764]

I am a metalhead as well. I am never giving my metal up. However, after experiencing BTS, I have simply woven them into the sonic fabric of my soul, too.

[@anagmonteiro317]

I went to LA BTS concert from Uruguay and it was mindblowing🎉

[@mandyfliew7459]

Funny you said that about the awards show. I've theorized that BTS doesn't care where or for what, they always give their best performance so their sincerity shines through. The crowd is captivated and it literally turns the place into their concert. They are being included in the performance as well.

[@naturegirl9981]

Did you notice how the crowd is chanting the ARMY chants and singing along with the song? They have to be LOUD to be picked up by the professional recording equipment. I will say, after attending 5 live concerts, you have to experience the “sounds” of a BTS live performance to have any appreciation for the very organic and real experience that is hard to express with words. Dare I say it’s on the same level as a feeling of epiphany, makes you have goose bumps and the hairs all over your body vibrate from electricity. If a recording can hint at that level of connectivity then you can expect the IRL experience to transcend.

[@ldyerin4934]

The one thing I want to point out, the "low and high" part was just Jin. He goes from his low chest voice to his beautiful falsetto flawlessly.

[@JohnReavesLive]

That takes so much control! That is awesome!

[@ldyerin4934]

@@JohnReavesLive He is does a lot of hidden background vocals that showcase his range. His voice is like a drug to me, and he gets better with every song that comes out.

[@rengina484]

@@ldyerin4934 but Jin's chest voice is also the highest in BTS, not just falsetto

[@ldyerin4934]

@@rengina484 ah. Good to know. I thought Jimin was highest, Jin is more stable

[@rengina484]

@@ldyerin4934 Jin can be very low and very high, the range of his voice is very wide at this time

[@abbiem7773]

This was from the annual Melon Music Awards, a Korean award show the equivalent to the Billboard Awards. BTS swept the awards, thus closed the award show, though many other artists did indeed perform beforehand. The cost of the production for BTS entertainment company BigHit, was over 500K dollars, and all the in-house production team of BigHit started planning it over half a yr beforehand! Also most of the rehearsal time that BTS had, was while they were touring worldwide. But they all were quite into doing this, and somehow managed to fit in the rehearsal like they did the yr before. The only one who performed live only, without benefit of VCR being shown, for the broadcasted version, was Jimin, who shows here being the phenomenal, outstanding, ever so breathtakingly amazing professional dancer he is, which he was even before joining BTS. His performance was beyond mesmerizing, so poised & elegant of a dancer. With the exception of Jimin, all the other solo performances were prerecorded live, with smaller audience the day before, since there was no way to have these stage sets and tank pool of water let alone have JK who was performing the dance in water get dried and change clothes beforehand! Although, all the members performed a live version of their solo dance, for the live audience, while the VCR was playing the prerecorded version that the broadcast, & or online audience saw. Also certain songs like Mikrokosmos were performed live beforehand, as well, so they could also allow for the special effects that only people who saw the broadcast on TV in South Korea or had it stream worldwide could see that version. Also the part with the live horses was filmed beforehand without an audience.

[@JohnReavesLive]

It’s so good!!!

[@missho3491]

I think i will disagree....but as far as i know what the army audience said who were their at that time was that.... RM (INTRO) - Played with VCR but he performed Live As well while the VCR are in play... BOY IN LUV (LIVE) BOY WITH LOVE (LIVE) MIKROKOSMOS (pre-recorded live) V (SOLO/LIVE) JIN (SOLO/LIVE) JIMIN(SOLO/LIVE) SUGA (SOLO/LIVE) JK (SOLO/PRE-RECORDED) JHOPE(SOLO/LIVE) RM (SOLO/LIVE) THE HORSES MARCH (PRE-RECORDED LIVE BEFORE THE SHOW)...the members intrance (LIVE) with the horses appearance on VCR... DYONISOS (LIVE)

[@raya6532]

@@JohnReavesLive The prerecorded parts were : the intro video, mikrokosmos, RM/V/Jin/JK/Suga/ Jhope solo performances (all pretaped but done live), the part with the horses onstage. These portions are played at the awards show on the screen for the audience and they are cheering watching the pre-taped video. The live performances at the the actual awards show: Boy in Luv, Boy with Luv, Jimin solo dance, Dionysus at the end As someone in the US growing up watching american awards shows like the Grammys I am in awe of them. The Asian awards shows are WAY bigger with multiple stages and bigger production that they make American awards shows look like an after-work dinner event. These Asian awards last about 5-6 hours and in between performances they hand out awards. Of course BtS are saved for last because no one would dare perform after them 😂. This night at MMA 2019 they took home 8 awards including all 4 of the Grand Prizes. BTS turn these awards shows into their own mini-concerts. The amount of dedication and practice to perform at this level this all takes is astounding.

[@angie7777-7]

I agree with you on everything except Melon music awards being equivalent to Billboard...😂😂THIS award show makes the Billboard look like a cat food commercial

[@caitlink6846]

@@angie7777-7 I think they mean equivalent in importance to the local industry, not in scale of the performances/show

[@leahwarburton]

I saw someone comment on this performance once, saying "BTS are such nice guys. They are so kind to allow them to hold an award ceremony during a their concert." And that's what it feels like, a mini concert. I am so impressed by these guys; it was a visual spectacular. And Jimin's dance break... It doesn't matter how often I see footage of it, it takes my breath away. He is such a beautiful dancer 💜 The whole performance is just...WOW!💜💐💜

[@JohnReavesLive]

BAHAHAHAH!!! thats so true!!! I bet the MMAs have never been the same since they played

[@christineb.3744]

@LeahWarburton I saw that too. It's on @AnthonyRay 's channel. 😂💜

[@whatever_itis]

@@christineb.3744 I saw it on GetSideways channel, no actually it was my comment hahahahaha

[@christineb.3744]

Whoops. It's still funny😂

[@lina808waterwings]

Ok this is always year in planning. Or more...I live in Hawaii. If I hear a comment regarding..South Korean Entertainment Machine. Ttyl.

[@soop5414]

The lightbulbs form the Corona Borealis. This 7-star constellation was created when Dionysus gave his wife a crown which she stored it in the sky.

[@JohnReavesLive]

that makes the song and this performance so much better! I Never knew that!

[@apobangpo8997]

Jhope really does hit different! Wow that man is so talented. And dionysus is his song

[@JohnReavesLive]

So freakin good!!

[@lion-s5c]

Yes he owns Baepsae and Dionysus

[@djjaewon]

And mic drop. He totally owns mic drop.

[@lion-s5c]

@@djjaewon YESSSSSSS

[@theresadimarco764]

I was waiting for someone to mention that fact. Thank you!!! While he will always be my bias, all 7 members are phenomenally talented & incredible human beings. 💜🤘

[@uglyneverstartwithibutalwa8754]

*This why GRAMMYS "USED" BTS because GRAMMYS "NEED" BTS LOL*

[@JohnReavesLive]

Lol ^^^^ this!!

[@theresadimarco764]

Indeed.

[@MariaChavez-ey5sr]

One thing I always think about is how no one new to BTS ever gets it when we say they are sooo “extra”. This wasn’t just an awards show performance in many ways it was them showing an industry that had treated them fairly badly what they could do and how far above like the greek gods they portray here they are above everyone else. It’s levels and layers of meaning and it’s the best. Just FYI they built up to this every year getting bigger longer stages till this 38 min full on concert in the end of a 4 hour awards show. Keep in mind “poor guys” never got a break that night 🤣. They won every awards (9 total x swept all 4 grand prizes the first time any group ever swept the grand prizes). And a song Suga wrote for someone else even won so it was just their work all damn night. They really sent a message this night and they paid for all this out of pocket. All the extras the extra stuff they needed for the sets etc. That is a flex.

[@stacy3035]

Wow just facts 👏 awesome comment 💜

[@kaylyndunbar7409]

Wow, yeah FACT!!! A huge FLEX!!!

[@marly494]

i don’t know if you noticed but the parts where they were performing solo the background music were their songs. so for tae it was no more dream, jin danger, jimin i need u, yoongi fire, jungkook save me, hobi fake love, namjoon dionysus. and the dance break on dionysus was N.O.

[@JohnReavesLive]

YEAH!!!! lol me and my daughter were just rewatching this and she pointed that out to me!

[@carenroseangeliecabezas6521]

Remember this is an award show 😂😂it's feels like a concert...

[@JohnReavesLive]

lol right?!?!? It’s insane!!!

[@yvettemooney7075]

Nothing of the award shows in US are as good as this!!!

[@rahmahrashid5249]

because of that Army call BTS the KINGS.

[@JohnReavesLive]

RIGHT!? I have to see it!

[@rahimahramli4469]

I think JK’s vocal is just amazing being so stable in the midsts of jumps and dances.

[@KathyHussey063]

it is and I've seen him do a whoops only 1 time, out of hundreds of performances, he's a gifted young man with a sweet heart who is a pure gift to this world.

[@toni5431]

Seen a hella lot of bands over my years, but you are right. BTS blew them all away when I saw them live. When we say the American Award shows couldn't handle BTS it's not an idle brag. Can you see why grammy's giving them barely 3 mins to perform an abridged song pissed off so many Army's? If the American shows gave them REAL performance time their shows would be global news!

[@yvettemooney7075]

you are so right; it's a shame the artists in America aren't capable of recognizing their sheer talent. Just going to say In from NY

[@cess8861]

Waiting for the moment BTS win Grammy only so that they could perform like this on stage again. 🙆‍♀️

[@steviepryce]

I am watching this now because I just started watching BTS videos in December. There is so much to see on KZbin. I have since purchased BTS dvds; concert and otherwise, and I must say the productions are elaborate, amazing, and the performances so perfect. I watched the Grammy’s this year and was not impressed at all. I was actually glad that BTS were a no show. They really do not need that recognition from the Grammy’s because they are globally recognized anyway, anyone can see that. I had to take a flight to go see the BTS movie in February as I live remotely. It was worth the money I spent to get there. I loved the movie!

[@darcywargolet5459]

​@@steviepryce welcome, I too am fairly new to BTS, I mean of course I heard of them years ago, but never thought much of kpop as I was in my late 30's, but I happened to scroll on a ytube clip of run bts live and I was blown away at the choreography and vocals that I had to watch more videos and I haven't stopped since. To say they are talented kpop/crossover artist is an understatement. Each one of them as crazy talented in their own right, but as a group they are phenomenal. They go above and beyond, their concerts and award show performances put our superbowl half time shows to shame, seriously Could you imagine a performance like this as a half time show in US omg my daughter took me to the yet to come in cinema and I danced , sang along and cried it was amazing 💜💜 wish I could of witnessed the greatness in person, can't wait until 2025 Stay safe and healthy💜💜

[@Sloan8123]

The low harmony and quick falsetto in Dyonisus is Mr. WorldWide Handsome, KIM SEOKJIN 🥰😍💜💜💜💋

[@miyuryuu7260]

for Dionysus opening, they are shows everything that related with Dionysus story - All boys solo opening stage represents the God of Olympus. Tae is the sun god of Apollo, the twin brother of the moon goddess, Artemis that portrayed by Jimin (fun fact: to make detail, Jimin and Tae share their earings on this performance). Jin is Ares the god of war that been known with his horse of war. Suga is Hades (the fire is an underworld fire) or some says he is Hephaestus (the god of fire). Jungkook is Poseidon, the god of ocean. Jhope is Zeus, the laser when he dancing described Zeus thunder weapon. RM is Dionysus, the stick that he bring at the stage is Thyrsus, Dionysus's staff that covered by ivy vines - the light bulb that goes down one by one on each solo performance, it formed Corona Borealis constellation lines. it's a crown belong Dionysus's mortal wife that she wore on their wedding day. after his wife died, he put that crown up to sky and make it as star constellation to commemorate his wife. - the girls with flower bucket represents Dionysus female follower called Maenad, who always dancing n throw a flower when they are accompanied Dionysus - the giant horn is represent Dionysus wine cup called a drinking horn. It looks like a giant horn - the horses is represent a Thracian horses that herd by thracian horseman clan to worshipped Dionysus - the panther balloon is represent one of Dionysus sacred animal (beside panther is a tiger, bull n serpent). in BTS Mama 2019 performance, BTS use a huge serpent/snake statue to replace the panther when they perform Dionysus

[@MariaChavez-ey5sr]

The layers of symbolism is crazy. Leave no symbol unturned.

[@smrutishikharath3025]

I was gonna make a mega pint joke on the horn but no..... I have too much respect for your brain to do so.....

[@miyuryuu7260]

@@smrutishikharath3025 hahaha... thank u 😆

[@yvettemooney7075]

Thank you so much for this information!

[@Prettyhilli]

Atp in their career BTS pretty much are usually the ones to close the award ceremonies not only because of their outstanding performances which is clearly why nobody can go after them but also because they’re the ones to take home the grand prizes

[@JohnReavesLive]

lol right!? could you imagine someone trying to play a show after this!?

[@KathyHussey063]

@@JohnReavesLive I'd just hang my head and stuff my costumes back in my bag and be like "NOPE, not gonna do it, wouldn't be prudent at this juncture". Ha. (Quote's from something George Bush said that was oft' repeated & used comedically, years ago, in case you're too young for that reference.lol)

[@ap-mol]

“Everything about that performance was freaking fire,” - he says, one song into the 2019 MMA performance. ARMY: *snickers*

[@freeofhim2004]

Nobody does it better than BTS....hands down!!!!!!!!!!!! Whether it's a concert or an awards show, etc. BTS will always be the best there ever was!! They will always make sure that their fans are entertained beyond, and their talent is through the roof!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@rhondaulm180]

There are NO words. And this was a fkn awards show. USA and Grammys in particular.. could NEVER. We need BTS Superbowl Halftime Show stat 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 also obv it was a epic bur that Dionysis performance was 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@JohnReavesLive]

RIGHT!?! my god Grammy's look like Grandmas after this! they haven't had a performance even CLOSE to this one... ever! lol BTS Super Bowl could be amazing!!!!

[@kaylyndunbar7409]

@@JohnReavesLive Ha Ha, they have now, sorta, BTS's 2022 performance of Butter...if no one has recommended that one....you should watch it...of course, you'll need to watch ALL the Butter MV's first, LOL!! You'll love it, not as grand as the Korean award shows, but it was awesome!!

[@btssongloverarmy6703]

Oh did you notice that when they perform Mikrokosmos in the min 22:48 they write on "I love you" in different languages to express their love for all the armys around the world 🥰💜

[@darcywargolet5459]

That is why BTS will always be THE BEST EVER KPOP GROUP💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@notbanksy2977]

Dionysus aka the last Song with the Rock vibes is J Hopes Baby. Hope said he re-wrote the Melody of that Songs like 20 times, he wrote and produced almost everything on it, but it took him ages. RM and Suga were so proud of him, in case u didn't know Hobi learned, singing, rapping, producing, composing and songwriting from scratch, he was a Dancer while RM and Suga had years of experience in production and writing and Hobi still debuted as one of their main writers.

[@janetaskin2150]

Lol, as you were so enthusiastic so early on in the performance, I kept talking to the screen: "Bruh! You don't even know!" Epic performance, consummate performers, band going orchestrically ham, cirque du soliel aerialists, harpists, live horses, giant balloon big cats, Trojan horse, Dionysus alone, I mean come on!!!!!! Appreciate your BTS reactions & look forward to more!💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@JohnReavesLive]

Lol right?!?! By the end of this show I was like.. I can’t even function! My brain was mush! 😂😂😂

[@nancybravo6899]

This is a legendary performance. I have watched the entire award show. This is not the end of the show and they even had to accept awards after their performance (they did not change wardrobe). Now with some recent revelations about the groups intentions. This was December 2019 right before the release of Map of the Soul 7. They recently talked about how that was going to be their last tour before taking a long break. I think they wanted to leave the award circuit with a legendary performance that could not be topped. It makes a lot more sense now why they put on such a performance and ended the performance taking their place as royalty on their throne. Nobody does it like BTS. 💜

[@debhouckscraftycottage]

Yes, I think if the pandemic hadn't hit, they probably would have taken their "break" to do solo work much sooner - like after the Map of the Soul tour. They plugged through the pandemic to keep ARMY happy, and then did delayed performances in LA and Las Vegas, and the unusual one in Seoul with clappers. Now is their time for a break and getting back to their true selves and solo albums. Thank you BTS for helping us through the pandemic. I know it helped Me a lot. Yes, this 2019 show is the most epic performance I've ever seen, anywhere, ever, and I'm old. lol

[@nancybravo6899]

@@debhouckscraftycottage I am old too! I have seen literally hundreds of concerts and BTS has been by far the best. I was lucky enough to see my first BTS concert in LA this past November. It was such an experience that I had no reservation about spending the money to attend all 4 Las Vegas shows. I also flew in my daughter half way across the country from college to attend as well. I’m glad we went. So of our best memories are from our 2 weekend trips. BTS Forever. We are ARMY Forever!💜

[@KathyHussey063]

@@nancybravo6899 I am SO jealous & envious of you, Nancy, that you, OMG, got to be at all four concerts in Vegas is just insanely epic !! I'm 62 years old, widowed, with 4 grown kids & one of my greatest hopes right now is that I'll be alive when BTS has another concert with the 7 all together, and, if so, that I be able to see them perform live, just one time, just once... Because I'm handicapped, I'm on a very fixed income or I sure would've done what you did (if at all possible). The day before the awards show here in the U.S., I looked online & saw that there were public seats still available on sale for audience seats and if I'd had $800.00 to $1,000.00 for a seat plus plane fare, lodging costs I would have been able to be there to see them live, and watching them do their first live performance since the pandemic hit. Hated that I couldn't make it happen. These 7 guys uplifted my entire world view when I found them a few years ago. From watching their candid videos, vlives, RUN BTS episodes, fan made videos, American Hustle Life, awards shows and performances, behind the scenes videos, and their recorded concerts & documentary movies, I quickly fell in love with these sweet, devoted (to eachother, their families & fans) extremely hardworking, kind, considerate, loving, talented inspiring guys... but anyhow, I'm SO happy for you as a fellow Army, and for your daughter too, to get to see 7 such wonderful people live, a mindblowing, wondeful experience to attend 4 concerts of BTS's, in a short period of time!!

[@nancybravo6899]

@@KathyHussey063 Kathy, I was fortunate enough to receive a good size bonus from work that covered all the expenses. It’s was like all the stars aligned, the $, the location, the dates, everything worked out. My daughter says they are some of her best memories so far in her life. I too love these guys! They have brought so much happiness and inspiration to my life. I am glad you have them in your life as well! 💜

[@KathyHussey063]

@@nancybravo6899 Isn't it amazing how the universe aligns sometimes to make the unimaginable a reality ? Being in a good place in our heads and hearts makes so much magic happen all around us, that many people don't notice. I think the overall effect on a person's level of peace, happiness, ability to live in love and light that BTS & their music has on each person, then times that by millions of fans, is why & how these young men have gone beyond just another talented group. Their beautiful comraderie and desire to effect the world in positive ways just keeps expanding. They'd probably faint if they understood the huge differences their presence in our world has made & keeps making in so many lives, in so many ways and continues to grow, expanding & changing hearts for the better. They reallly are a blessing in a world that was becoming more and more consumed by horror, obsenity, selfishness & greed. They are a great example for how to be so successful, yet stay humble and keep your good heart and your integrity.

[@spfox1014]

Not a concert, it's a freaking award show!! BTS is practically the only artist among the Korean idols who's granted this much air segment. Also, no one's complaining Jin is hitting those low and high notes alone and live at the beginning.

[@R.J01]

Jungkook attitude in stage and vocals something else 🔥

[@anneadaza-renner6999]

This may be my 50th time to watch the MMA 2019, but it hits differently every time, especially with a new reactor. Thanks for this, John! I find myself emotional and reduced to tears esp during Boy IN Love, Mikrokosmos and Jimin's captivating performance. These tannies are just incomparable - in talent and personality! Im 49 and I can't believe how much I need them now in my life. Keep those reactions coming. Welcome to this beautiful world of BTS!

[@KathyHussey063]

62 here, (still 25 in my head though, lol) and I'm in the same happy boat with you on that! They've given me so much hope for the next generations and this world and given me hundreds, thousands of smiles, laughs. I'm attached to their lives forever now, I'm always truly wanting the best for all of them much like a grandmother would feel, , while I also totally admire & adore them like I was still about their age, lol, I don't know how that's possible, but that is how it is. I never was a huge fan of anyone like I am of BTS, so it's truly amazing to me how they've come up from the bottom, newbies, to pull in millions of devoted fans of all ages from all nations together to find them and their music who ALL were blown away by the performances, voices, talent and extra wonderful personalities of the members. They were raised right, is all I can think and then the 7 were blessed to have the other 6 members to live with, train with and they kind of finished raising eachother into these wonderful young men.

[@anneadaza-renner6999]

@@KathyHussey063 Hello Kathy! What I love about BTS (one of the many) is their power and ability to traverse through various dimensions in age, race, culture, and music preferences. They're living legends! I particularly love how they are NOT from the big city, so their values are different and the same have remained intact. We can go on and on and talk about them for hours on end. They are IT for this generation!

[@KathyHussey063]

@@anneadaza-renner6999 Yes, never before has the public (in America & in other countries around the world) had such access to a group's lives & their evolution from just startiing out until reaching an amazing level of success. The many videos uploaded, vlives with millions of fans, their practices, behind the scenes of them making music videos & their private vlogs all allowed the public into their real lives (to a degree) so that anyone can still see just some of what they've went through to train, produce music, perform it, and become on a worldwide level, extremely famous & achieve their dreams. This open honesty, the unscripted moments of hilarity and growth, mutiual respect for eachother has touched people's hearts so much, that now they've exceeded their original dreams, to go beyond those (for example; by performing & speaking at the United Nations, where no group had ever done such a thing or been asked to appear there , I'm sure such a dream had not even occurred to them when they started out but now they've experienced living out a reality, that has created a new dream for others in the future). When a person begins to watch their videos, hear their music , translate the lyrics & dive in to the meanings behind such genius lyrics in so much music they've put out (they're the first group to have 3 #1 albums in 1 year since the Beatles did it) then they start to fall down thel rabbit hole & get lost discovering all they can about the diffferent 7 guys, their message of self love, their roots, and it's impressive & inspiring, truly has united millions of people across the world in a bond of like minded thought that each person can do something to make the world better in our own ways & combined, this power of love, laughter, joy, appreciation, mutual support is creating a wave of uplifting energy that the world needs so badly. BTS was here to get millions through a crisis worldwide like had never occurred, I believe that, they were chosen because of the truly beautiful hearts they have.

[@GrandmaSharon333]

I couldn’t agree more with you more💜💜💜

[@GrandmaSharon333]

@@KathyHussey063you said it so well 💜💜💜

[@marianamdecastro]

They are representing Greek Gods V - Apollo God of the Sun, you can see Cirque of Soleil performing with him Jin - Athena God of Justice Jimin - Goddess of the moon and twin of Apollo (fits so well with soulmates Vmin!) Suga - Hephaestus God of Fire JK - Poseidon God of the Sea JHope- Zeus God of Thunder and lightining RM - Dionysus God of fertility, wine, music, excitement, later was made Patron of Arts The lights represents the constelation of Corona Borealis. It has the shape of a crown that Ariadne wore on her wedding day with Dionysus. After she dies, Dionysus created the corana borealis to celebrate her. BTS always goes all out with details!

[@michaelprice9833]

Epic performance! This blows away all the American awards I’ve seen

[@darcywargolet5459]

I agree, it also puts our superbowl half time shows to shame Forget the Grammys they don't deserve BTS, could you imagine BTS performing at a half time show, talk about epic

[@gailkeren]

LMAO when you said "Now he's just showing off" on Jimin's dancing. 🤣😂Classic!!!

[@UsOurselves]

This is the most epic performance I’ve EVER seen, it’s such an experience for new ARMY 💜 I really hope you react to J-Hopes new track ‘More’ that released yesterday, you’re gonna freak out!

[@JohnReavesLive]

about to watch and record the reaction now :) hope to see you in the comments there!

[@brendamiller5785]

And I might add Lollapalooza July 31, 2022

[@AJ_Rants]

Can we just take a moment and applaud how phenomenal these live performances are? It is insane.

[@JohnReavesLive]

RIGHT!? they are amazing!!!

[@AJ_Rants]

@@JohnReavesLive they are. I am binge-watching all your videos now. You are an amazing reactor as well.

[@KathyHussey063]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@sonyapatricio929]

if you want to see BTS sing with a live band then you need to see their tiny desk concert

[@meganlisenbee1183]

coming very soon. if you join the discord (link in the description) you can see the full schedule for the month of july.

[@JohnReavesLive]

ohhhhhh I cant wait to hear that!

[@bulletproof_hope]

Actually the really high and low singing one after the other in Dionysus was both Jin ! Freaking awesome,no!😉 Even though I don't know if he was singing both live or if one (low) was backing track.

[@phoenixleo1757]

We love when people get speechless after a BTS performance 😅 and we totally get it... Like u said BTS already set the bar up sooo high. And it seems like they r the only ones going to break that bar too so far... They are born performers who give their everything literally everything to get a perfect performance for the crowd. 💜 Love ur reaction sooo much...

[@J-to-thA-Lee]

I love Jin's low register in Dionysus! I mean he can really be flexible at any range. Falsettos, high notes or low register 🥺 I also miss these award show performances. They stopped attending/performing in them now. I'm happy to see how they recognize BTS and give them what they deserve. BTS is the first group that ever win main awards that's not from the big 3 companies in Korea. This performance speaks of it too, like which award show would give you a very long time to perform even if they're the Artist of the year, right. American music awards show is NOTHING compared to Korean ones. Thank you for reacting to this and even taking the time to watch the songs included in this perf. I enjoyed re-watching this with you! Appreciate you so much John!!! Love love this!! 💜

[@AB-gg7ci]

Jimin’s solo stage was insane, and just the fact that he did it live is amazing. They are all so talented ❤

[@tanjak72]

They do every single gig live. No lipsync. Don't it amazing?

[@paolaccorrea]

7:41 i love how they all look intimidating the there's hobi smiling like a golden retriever, he really is the sun reincarnated into a person

[@angartsnirex]

Awards Show like MMA & MAMA are on the next level. Like another galaxy level. Their productions arw amazing. Big hit always gives BTS the best stage production A L W A Y S. They know BTS drserves thiskind of stage, and BTS always proves they really do. US music awards like billboard and grammy arent ready for these! 😂

[@jujubeesbtsarmy0613]

I'm so glad that you saw this... this was one of their most epic award show performances. BTS is the "standard" in my opinion of any group not just KPop. They truly deserve to @ least be respected by people for their tremendous talent, exciting performances, & work ethic.

[@annbeck2298]

BTS 2019 Worldwide acknowledgement. Noticed all the worlds, for BTS worldwide fame. MMA “Award” shows put our US award shows to shame. Thousands support KPop, much more than US audiences. I’ve watched this performance over and over, and really enjoyed your reactions. BTS is the BEST!

[@susankelly5106]

V ACTUALLY HAS THE HIGEST AND THE LOWEST SINGING RANGE. IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN HIS LIVE VERSION OF STIGMA IT WILL BLOW YOUR BOOTS OFF. JK SINGS ON THE MOST BTS SONGS. HE DOES ALL THE BACKGROUND SINGING AND HARMONIES AS WELL AS BEING THE LEAD VOCALIST. WATCH ALL OF THEIR MUSIC AWARD PERFORMANCES IF POSSIBLE. THEY ARE INCREDIBLE.

[@subobing3551]

This is what I want everyone to see- the diversity of genres and abilities with these guys is so evident here. One of the best performances I have ever seen. So glad you watched and enjoyed!!! 💜 did you say which song you liked best?

[@classical7]

Korean Awards shows truly spoiled me....BTS is that cherry on top. 😭💜🎶

[@JohnReavesLive]

I mean if a performance is this impressive I need to see the full show!

[@classical7]

@@JohnReavesLive Imagine seeing them LIVE in concert?! 😱💜🎶 It would've been my 5th consecutive year seeing them LIVE in concert in May 2020, but Covid happened. Luckily we had online concerts, but once they were able to perform again, it was only in LA & Vegas which was on the opposite side from me since I'm on the East coast. 😭 #ARMYsince2014

[@MarilynPF]

I’m so glad you did it this way. Very smart. I know I suggested it a long time ago-not that my suggestion was the one-but often ARMYs suggest newer BTS reactors watch the 2019 show without them really watching much BTS and I always think doing it that way is a mistake. It’s so much better for the reactor if they’re familiar with the songs. Especially for the 2019 show. Excellent, John!

[@JohnReavesLive]

For real thank you so much! I feel like us doing it this way just made me appreciate it so much more, still having to lift my jaw up after watching this last night!

[@conniehonea2662]

I'm a 70 year old woman, and I loved every single one of their performances. I loved the entire show.

[@lindahughes4991]

My reaction exactly…speechless and in awe! Mikrokosmos and Dionysus.

[@JohnReavesLive]

that has to be the most epic intro to a song ever for Dionysus!

[@h.vgavriel5838]

Iconic performance ! Each time I see it, it's incredible , and what a beautiful construction with this crescendo till the end. The Dyonisos intro is mindblowing ! And Jimin's solo is already a legend ! There is a lot of symbolism in this Dyonisos Intro : First, each member represents a greek god and each one danced to one of their songs: V - Apollo god of sun ( No more dream) JIN - Ares god of war (Danger) (some said it's Athena , goddes of War) SUGA - Hephaestus god of fire ( Fire) JIMIN - Artemis goddes of moon ( I need U) NB : Artemis is the twin of Apollo so it's perfect for the 95ers JHOPE - Zeus god of thunder (Fake Love) JK - Poseidon god of water (Save Me) RM - Dionysus god of wine and art ( Dionysus) The song is about their thirst for art, with which they can't live without in a way Also, maybe have you noticed the seven light bulbs : they represents the Ariadne constellation. The exact positioning of the stars were replicated. Ariadne is Dionysus' wife and for the wedding he gifted her with a crown with 7 jewels. When she died, the crown casted into the sky to be a constellation. The 7 light also représents the 7 members, the 7 years of BTS. And probably the album album Map of the soul 7 : it dropped 2 months later and we know BTS always put some hints of their future albums and songs in their shows ! I have noticed the words "EGO" and "SHADOW" write on the blackboard during RM "Personna", eastern eggs for the 2 songs, main theme of the future album witch are not released at that time; JK's dance in black on water may be a hint for black swan too ; The dance break during Dyonisos was on a remix of N.O ... and announced maybe the release of ON : we know the songs are back to back, they even used the same stairs during MMA 2020 ON than in the N.O MV in 2013. Just my opinion, I may be wrong. 3/ Even the Dionysus dance break is meaningful. The first dancers are J-Hope and Jungkook, Zeus and Poseidon, you can see their battle for control. Then V and Jimin, Apollo and Artemis, mirror each other's movements because they are twin dieties. Lastly, Jin, Suga, and Namjoon (Ares, Hephaestus, Dionysus) are the outcasts of Olympus, hence their fall from the table. There is no coincidences in BTS performances, all is significant. Mindblowing, and significant. You should check MMA 2019 explanation by XCeleste, or by the Bookish theory, I'm sure you will find it very interesting.

[@blarmy827]

Jungkook is the king of ad libs and harmonies lol he does the majority of them especially live… with the vocalists but all the rappers as well.. which is my favorite… something about a rap harmony hits different. The rap line and their live rap energy is second to none imo…. Especially suga… like his off self bc his powerhouse stage presence are two different worlds.. both absolutely incredible regardless tho All of them… the rap line live just hits different Edit: jungkooks live harmony and ad libs are always a treat.. I love that he plays around with them so they’re legit always different.. keeps them fresh imo . His perfect pitch enables just a crazy amount of confidence in how he does it. Jungkooks natural register is much deeper than you’re thinking lol bc jin and jimin tend to sing with higher tones… jk and Tae both sing higher than natural but bc Tae is a baritone and can struggle with stability if higher notes when dancing… so jk ends up with the more higher mid parts. When you hear the vocal line sing live more.. you’ll understand more I’m sure I still really hope you’ll watch “main vocalist jungkook” by Ida s to understand bc it seems to be him you understand the least vocally. Tons of content and it’s a lot to understand and take in for sure so no worries Main vocalist jungkook by Ida s link kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2WYn4hmo6ioiK8

[@neelamkumarisingh5939]

Jungkook does most of thr harmonising and adlibs during their live performances. You should watch "Jungkook Main Vocalist Of BTS" By IDA's. That will give the clear picture what role jungkook plays in making of their songs and during their lives

[@cindyanderson863]

"What?" "What!?!" "WHAT!?!?" John's mind blown.🤣 Love your reaction and can't wait until you see their other award show performances. I like how you really absorb each of their songs by checking out their MVs, lyrics, and lives. I also like your musician's perspective and am really enjoying your BTS journey. 보라해! Borahae!💜

[@Sloan8123]

I was taken to their concert back in 2019 at Rosebowl not knowing their music at all but I danced all night and was mesmerized by all of the fans around me singing in KOREAN! I walked out of that concert 100% ARMY!! You will never feel lost at a BTS concert!!! 🙌😘💜💜💜

[@sinevins]

That was sooooo funny because just as you were saying "they are all such great dancers," I knew next, right after you said that, was Hobi's turn, lol. None other than Our "Dance Leader" himself!!! 💜💜💜 And he slays this entire performance, much like he always does! BTS are just so amazing! I have heard it said that these are BTS concerts, where they choose to let people give out some awards. There is just no one else in this world doing this like BTS, they truly are on their own whole other level!!!

[@aidegarcia7461]

Jimin's solo dances always surprise, he is a versatile dancer, not everyone could 🔥

[@JohnReavesLive]

hes so freaking good!

[@brendamiller5785]

He's had a lot of contemporary dance training (maybe ballet, too?) He went to a performing arts high school. PS....black belt in Tae Kwan Do (?) - the jumps and spins and kicks, etc

[@bmstratton44]

I cannot even begin to say how much serotonin it brings me seeing people witness how incredible BTS are. I remember watching this live and I was screaming and losing my shit in my room at 3 in the morning in utter disbelief of what I was witnessing. BTS will forever be the most incredible performers I have EVER witnessed, and seeing them in concert 4 times will completely blow your mind!! There is no one like them 👏🏻

[@classical7]

BTS are deep...even their live stages are meaningful. Check out the explanation and analysis video from BOOKISH THEORIES of this 2019 MMA LIVE stage to fully understand what I mean. 💜🎶

[@JohnReavesLive]

Going to watch this on a live reaction this weekend!

[@classical7]

@@JohnReavesLive Nice! She actually has 2 videos for it! She's an Italian ARMY btw. 😁 ➡kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4alaYWFocunaZI Pt.1 ➡kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYmTe4aoZZiqbpo Pt.2 In case you get a chance to watch their 2019 MAMA performance, she did an explanation/analysis video for that too: ➡kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5yllKSOiLWcjc0 With so much talent from BTS, we got lots of talented ARMYs as well. 😁💜 #ARMYsince2014

[@armymomot7931]

“Freakin” count = 70x7 😝 -jReeves 2022 (Love you Man! Toooooooodles🔥)

[@JohnReavesLive]

Lol my “like” count pre-edit has to be in the thousands! 😂 maybe I can get an animation for our “like-freakin” count 😂😂😂😂

[@Anne-yw9kg]

Jhope is not a street dancer but he is the best work place dancer in kpop. He creates his unique metal Hip-hop in the world 🌎 👍 👏

[@eveyy_xo]

This performance was so incredible. All their mma’s performance are so solid, so you’ll definitely enjoy each one. And the 2019 show they swept all the awards they were nominated for including Album, Artist, Song, and Record of the year, the first artist to do that for this award show. You made me laugh when you saw how big the crowd was lol. My fav was Dionysus. BTS really are one of kind and your comment about the others groups there made laugh too cuz like, you’re so right. You can’t help but be in awe and inspired

[@cathydimaria6454]

I love seeing txt look up too the big brothers and mentors

[@merryjudithmaiza7873]

From the production, graphics, lightning, sounds, the remakes of their songs as background on their solo's and break dance was insane. I'm always amazed by their live performances. Their energy was insane and their song are so freakin' good. Their stage presence are on another level. I bet some of their seniors and juniors are in Ohh and so proud of them. And in fact that night, they bag 9 trophies including sweeping of 4 grand prizes that no one ever did. Album of the year, worldwide icon of the year, Song of the year and Artist of the year. They didn't have enough rest to take a seat. They really set the standard so high that no one else comes close. So happy and proud of them😍💜💜

[@taedidthat2809]

I hope you react to “it’s definitely you” by Tae and Jin! Their voices play off each other so well in a lot of BTS songs and this song (OST from Hwarang) really shows that so well! 💜 Great reaction, this performance was so iconic!

[@imajinallthepurple]

Yeees! It's 2 am here and I don't care. I'm totally up for watching this performance with y'all! 🤘😎🤘

[@JohnReavesLive]

Heck yes!! I watched it last night actually at 2am! Lol worth it! But you can see the sleepy in my eyes 😂

[@lilypudd]

When I discovered BTS two years ago, this and other performances like this, are why I became a major fan. The vocals, the visuals, the melding of so many kinds/styles of music, the energy...the go big or go home attitude. So impressed by these young men! And the dancing! Oh my god the dancing!!!! Yes, some of these performances will leave you speechless!! Some will make you cry and some you will be like how in the freakin world do they do that!!!

[@tarisindanarie34]

In the Dionysus performance, each member represented a Greek god: V - Apollo, God of the Sun Jin - Ares, God of War ( or Athena, God of Wisdom) Jimin - Artemis, God of the Moon Suga - Hephaestus, God of Fire JK - Poseidon, God of Sea J-Hope - Zeus, God of Thunder RM - Dionysus, God of Wine And the lights that come down before each solo performance make a star constellation, the Corona Borealis, seven stars (for 7 BTS members) that make up the distinctive crown-shaped pattern. In Greek mythology, Corona Borealis was linked to the legend of Theseus and the minotaur. It was generally considered to represent a crown given by Dionysus to Ariadne, the daughter of Minos of Crete, after she had been abandoned by the Athenian prince Theseus. When she wore the crown at her marriage to Dionysus, he placed it in the heavens to commemorate their wedding.

[@patriciarozendo51]

A curiosity about Boy with lov. In the verse where Jin sings "come be my teacher" we see in the choreography Suga pointing at Jhope and vice versa. They do this because Suga taught Jhope how to rap and Jhope taught Suga how to dance when they were trainees.🇧🇷💜

[@marlulubjo6362]

💜BTS💜THE 7 KINGS OF KPOP CONCERT STAGE💜✌🤟👏👏👏💜💜💜

[@AbbieJH0]

Yess!!! Legendary performance! Like you said, the best performance I’ve ever seen and its just not comparable in any way!! Love your reactions! Hope you Have a great day! Sending Love and positive vibes your way from the UK 🇬🇧💜

[@JohnReavesLive]

for real thank you so much for being here and for the kind words It means the world to me!

[@AbbieJH0]

@@JohnReavesLive Anytime! 💜

[@bradsan]

I don't know if you notice the stars in the sky. It starts with one star 26:11 and ends with seven stars at 35:43. First star V and it ends with RM and they are complete. 7 men 7 stars.

[@valciraci]

BTS are legends and we are living in their era

[@Newyrnewme]

I have watched this so many times. I love watching others seeing this for the first time. It is by far the best performance ever in the history of music. 💜

[@danimonique8824]

-definitely one another level. The mixing BTS did on all the songs even the instrumentals were amazing. I still want to download j-hopes version of “fake love” and Suga’s “fire”

[@erivera9313]

Jimin’s solo in this performance always gives me chills 🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶

[@katielovett4593]

I only discovered BTS about 3 months ago so I still have so much content to catch up on and I can't wait. 🤩 Every single MV and live performance are incredible, you can tell how much thought and effort they put into every single thing they do. I LOVED every song they did. One of my fave parts though has to be Jimin's solo. When I was first learning about them I watched a video which had a small clip of it from this performance but I had no idea where it was from and now I have seen all of it I am so happy. 🥰 It was so beautiful! Jimin is just so graceful and elegant I love him

[@st1010]

Seeing Jimin's performance The Big 3: ok we need 👏 to👏 start👏 implementing contemporary dance on our artists too! 🤭🤣👏👏👏

[@Kai-el7rw]

It was so kind of BTS to allow an awards show during their concert!

[@hhkmaunaowakea3244]

Just a little bit of background, it is not usual for a performance to be this long on these award shows, though BTS are known for their epic performances. BTS had just come off sold out stadiums world tour having accomplished something quite remarkable. The opening song of those shows was Dionysus (there are videos of their entire tour performances on yt). BTS member solos represent gods from the Dionysus mythology, and each detail is significant, even the horses are related to the overall story. The 'lights' that came from the ceiling formed a coronet of stars - a constellation in the sky that Dionysus presented to his wife. Recommend Bookish Theories for details on this performance.

[@sonyapatricio929]

when those words that popped up during mikrokosmos, the words meant I love you in every language

[@april2334]

Every time I see a new reaction to this MMA 2019 perf by BTS, I always make a point to watch it, and every time, I still get excited. No one really can compare to BTS performances, their stage presence are astounding, really talented and good at what they do plus their creativity is top notch.

[@freedomsh]

RIP NAMJOON’S 🏀 🏀 on minute 35:25 lolz..(he was supposed to hit the floor with that 🦯 and he hit himself 😂😂😂)

[@amiree8569]

Great reaction and yeah the scale of this left us all speechless not to mention the performances from everyone... its something else 💜

[@JohnReavesLive]

Thank you so much!!! and right?! I honestly couldn't even think after this...

[@amiree8569]

@@JohnReavesLive You got a new subscriber from far far away in Scotland 😂💜

[@dollykelley8098]

I have watched this so many times. Never gets old. Amazing! Such talent. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@karensebastian81]

I shouldn't say this John but, I TOLD YOU SO!!!!!!! So glad you finally saw this. 2018 and 2020 are good as well. This is the best though. Blew your pants off????? OMG JR, you have to see JHope's solo MV "More". As a rocker you're gonna love it. It's so different for JHope. I was shocked and loved it. Hope you react to that soon. ML, God bless. You're the best.

[@miyuryuu7260]

for the break dance part on Dionysus, they use their N.O song music opening. N.O is their second comeback main title song for their first extended play album (2013)

[@JohnReavesLive]

thats awesome!!!!!

[@Vanvan-cz9ez]

Oh ohhh ohhhh!!! That's why it was familiar 😮 I'm a fool 🤦

[@miyuryuu7260]

@@Vanvan-cz9ez hahaha 😆

[@naturegirl9981]

This shows why it’s no surprise their 2022 Grammy performance was so epic. No other performer I know of has achieved this level of performance execution. It showcases their talent, not just in music performance but they are involved in all the design details. They don’t let someone else come up with a concept, design a stage and them just show up and perform. They are very involved from start to finish.

[@parasempre7perfeitos]

The rap line killed it! Everything was very perfect, everyone was perfect! As you said: I don't think anyone came forward after that😂😂😂

[@jeanniejones2084]

I have watched this many times. I love it more each time. Can you see the Army bombs? Yes, its an award show!!!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@khiarravillaverde6563]

and the fact that this was a show, every time they perform on a show they turn it into their concert literally, u should watch them on billboard there were ARMYS everywhere doing their fanchant and all artists shocked

[@btssongloverarmy6703]

Now react to BTS MMA 2018 😎 Answering your last question I really enjoyed all their performances but😅 I'm not wanna lie Jimin take away my soul 😍(29:24) he really captivity my heart from the moment he started dancing 🥰.

[@djinnsbetpools]

This blew me away when I first saw it. I knew I will be with them for a long, long, time. But in case you want to see another crazy performance, please see Seo Taiji's 25th anniversary concert, with BTS as guests. They only appear for a few numbers, but I couldn't get BTS and Seo Taiji out of my mind after it. They are so good. But more importantly, my heavy rock soul was appeased.

[@ForeverAmber_1]

Yes! I freaking LOVED that. And I can listen to a Seo Taiji sermon all day.

[@nixienix1846]

Imagine BTS doing this in an award show in the west.. I don't know how the performers and audience will recover.. I will be backing out performing after them😭😭🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@normacruz6345]

This was at the Melon awards! With BTS its "Go big or go home! Love them!

[@rashab8457]

BTS were the last performer of the evening, after their prestation there were a short break and then 4 awards were given, the 4 grand prizes of the evening which were all won by BTS

[@brionyfakatou1620]

All of the melodies and background music was from BTS songs, with the exception of the video (while the boys changed their costumes) where they played O Come O Come Emmanuel in the background. And by the way, you get 100 points for being only the second reactor that I have seen to pronounce Dionysus correctly. Well done. You were paying attention in the 4th grade when they taught Greek Mythology.

[@BTS_ismylife7]

Best performance ever!! BTS always turns award shows into concerts!!💜

[@dawnkline9600]

Dionysus but that’s probably because that’s played ALOT on my BTS playlist. Also have to give Jimin solo dance for I need You a shoutout. Him in the all white with the flowy scarf is just SO BEAUTIFUL AND GRACEFUL. All seven are phenomenal dancers, but he is just on an entirely different level. JIMIN “IS “ POETRY IN MOTION, when he dances. 💜🌸💜🌸💜🌸💜🌸💜🌸💜🌸💜🌸

[@ArmantoAlex13]

Your reaction, John, was GOLDEN!!!! My first reaction to it was jaw to the ground, eyes like saucers and speechless!!! It’s the most epic performance I’ve ever seen!! I watched it probably a dozen times (since the first in August 2022) and it still thrills me every time!💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@Indigo_gwen]

Told you this is the best live performance I have ever seen, in my life.