THE IMPACT OF EXO - This is Who EXO REALLY Is. (Mini Deep Dive)

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

SUBSCRIBE! Thanks for watching. I'm really excited for EXO's new album and hope you all are too. What are your favorite EXO songs or EXO memories and achievements? 🪐

[@tatyanicktheone7387]

Thank you for this MINI deep dive! My condolences and respect for going on with creating content at this time. I lost my father 4 years ago and it was like all air was stolen from me until I went to therapy. We're left "unshielded" from eternity when our parents pass away ❤. I'm currently in the middle, but wanted to comment before I forgot by the end of the video: 1. The fact that EXO sold a concert in 0.4 sec and got into Guinness Book, only to break their record and sell another album in 0.2 sec! 2. Suho is currently starring in the main role of the musical "Mozart!", his theatre career is very bright. 3. Xiumin also played in a musicamusical Hadestown as Orpheus. 4. Baekhyun is a double million seller now. 5. Kai's called human Gucci, as he's the first ever Korean to become Gucci Global brand ambassador (and first to be just a Korean brand ambassador) and he had a whole collection with Gucci inspired by his live of bears (I wish I could attach a photo here of how beautiful Gucci store was with a HUGE bear on top, promoting Kai's collection), in general, Kai's a fashionista and was in top-10 most influential people in fashion globally (alongside Lady Gaga and Zendaya). Currently he's the muse for YSL beauty after his contract with Bobby Brown was over (but he was the first MALE muse for them). His first Film:Kai became a landmark in kpop. He won Blue Dragon Award (like an oscar) for best rookie entertainer after participating in Netflix show The New World alongside the most prominent and loved entertainers in SK. (I highly recommend watching, it's HILARIOUS). Oh, and he won an award for Andante (love this role of his). Kai's the star with the biggest number of magazine covers in SK, he could be a model as photographers and magazines live working with him. And he was the Ambassador for Seoul Fashion Week in 2021. His endorsement of Charmzone masks sold over 17 million masks in 28 days exactly in February when Kai joined the campaign. Edit: wow! What a wonderful video. Your words are fu of respect for EXO 🥺 they're trendsetters, their fashion, songs, choreography, even hair set trends for the rest of the industry. When people ask who listens to EXO, we all know that younger idols put EXO as their role model. Every company tried to hire the same producer but he said that only EXO can pull off his songs: "you all want your group to be like EXO". So, who listens to EXO? Your fave 😉

[@faibechinramirez9490]

We happily thank you for sharing this beautiful story of EXO and all your words are legit and truths.. Hope you will have more videos to share about them.,I as a matured or I should say old EXO'L since 2013 will appreciate a lot of you for making a wonderful videos of our boys.. can't wait to see more of your videos in the future 👉❣️❣️❣️ As a continuation of my messages I want to share some of EXO's awards I choose to share Melon Music Awards 2013-2017.,there's a lot but I will just share there awards in Melon., 2013 Melon Music Awards: # TOP 10 awards #Netizen Choice awards #Song of the Year ( Growl) 2014 Melon Music Awards #23th Seoul Music Awards Bonsang (The first singers in 11 years who hit a million album sales) #23th Seoul Music Awards Digital Awards (From wolf to Growl and Miracle in December the digital chart was an All-Kill as expected from the best of digital) #23th SMA Daesang Awards 2015 Melon Music Awards #TOP 10 Awards #Album of the Year (2nd Album EXODUS) 2016 Melon Music Awards #TOP 10 Awards #KAKAO special Awards #Best Dance Male Group #Netizen Choice awards #Artist of the Year #EXO chosen as Worldwide Artist 2017 Melon Music Awards #TOP 10 Awards #Best Dance Song Male Group (Kokobop) #Netizen Choice awards #Artist of the Year That's for now thank you hope you like it👉❣️❣️❣️

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

@@faibechinramirez9490 thank you! I appreciate your kind words! 💙💙💙

[@faibechinramirez9490]

@@JonathanMillerMusic Godbless you and keep safe always 👉❣️❣️❣️

[@EXOL-EXO26]

@@tatyanicktheone7387 ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@promodinijayasuriya4149]

EXO is so deep rooted in Kpop, you can never forget them or leave them out when you are talking about the rise of kpop. Thank you EXO for birthing modern day kpop and reviving this industry.

[@mmmf3274]

EXO, the kings of KPOP 🫶

[@din_dandanie]

Indeed.. no matter how much time they were in hiatus, still they can blow up the entire industry with just once release ❤

[@mzyuzn]

This is so true... at least from my POV. Kpop became a trend from where I was around 2009 (SJ, SNSD, 2NE1 & BIGBANG were frontrunners of this popularity) but after a few years, people started to think it was uncool, and a lot of fans became antis. But 2013 hit hard again with the release of XOXO album. Growl was being played everywhere, the fandom culture flourished---from selling out merchs to writing fanfictions. Aside from a new generation of fan girls, a lot of boys who used to hate KPOP started stanning EXO too. They ended the 12 year drought of physical album sales and were the first of so many things. I saw people saying that if EXO didn't become big, 3rd gen would've started and ended a bit later but they set a lot of milestones that they drew a line between 2nd and 3rd gen.

[@AnhthơCao-v4g]

1❤ 3:54 Kim Jisoo Nguyễn Gia Hân Flower 🌼 Black Pink X EXO 2 ❤ 3:54 Do Kyungsoo D.O 3 ❤ 3:54 Lôc Hàm Luhan Trung Quốc 4 ❤ 3:54 Kim Lisa Lisalisa Solo Black Pink X EXO 5 ❤ 3:54 Byun Baek Baekhyun Nguyễn Sy Toân

[@EXOL_vvhl]

EXO holds the Guinness record of the worlds fastest concert selling record in the world with sold out in 0.02 seconds

[@flor07]

🎉😎🎉

[@migi4198]

D.O. also won a Blue Dragon Award for his acting a.k.a. the most prestigious acting award in SK. And Kai also has a collab with Gucci, aside from being their global brand ambassador. EXO KINGS

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

YES!! TYSM for adding this!

[@Hanhdung12345]

actually EXO has 2 Blue Dragon awards, one for D.O. as mentioned, the other for Kai for best new male entertainer award (variety shows category) in 2022

[@monsterbaek1648]

​@@Hanhdung12345lol kai for variety hahagahaha knowing bros did him good

[@AnhthơCao-v4g]

2 ❤ 0:32 Kim Lisa Lisalisa Solo Black Pink X EXO Bambi 1❤ 0:32 Byun Baek Baekhyun Nguyễn Sy Toân Rose 3 ❤ 0:32 Do Kyungsoo D.O

[@erinxoxo522]

The significance of EXO to KPOP is insane. Imagine ending the 12 years drought of kpop?? And the fact that social media or mass streaming wasn't a thing then, it really proves that EXO is THAT kind of group.

[@FerozaLewis]

So true so proud of exo🫶❤️🙏

[@jojoNshadow]

perfectly worded!!!!

[@Bett3rbaek]

The fact that social media isn't as active that time. Exo's popularity is insane.

[@sangpu300]

Bett 3 ❤ 16:23 Byun Baek Baekhyun Nguyên Sy Toân

[@inobayan1716]

I was actually crying when I watched this. As an exol since 2013 we experienced a lot of things with EXO. I know that they are very successful but new kpop fans try to belittle EXO in any way possible and sometimes even I tend to forget the achievements they have. Thank you for doing a mini deep dive into EXO's career. It is nice to be reminded of the good things that happened in the past 💓

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Aww 🥹 EXO has gone through a lot and there’s so much I just didn’t have time to touch on in this video, but I’m really happy you enjoyed it so much!

[@Suzy99925]

I agree with you ☹️ It really hurts me when they say nonsense about EXO and attribute K-Pop's success to their groups and deny EXO's achievements exo did a lot and they still do , It's enough that they have the best vocals in K-Pop✨

[@AnhthơCao-v4g]

1❤ 5:29 Kim Jongin Kai A. Phuong 2 ❤ 5:45 Lôc Hàm Luhan Trung Quôc 3 ❤ 5:53 Byun Baek Baekhyun Nguyễn Sy Toân

[@eeelvia]

“Before there was BTS, there was EXO” SCREAM IT LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE THAT KEEP DISRESPECTING MY KINGS. I’m not saying BTS are not deserving of their success because they totally are and what they’ve done for the Kpop community is astounding, but the fact that EXO has literally paved the way, the same as GG did before, and people keep forgetting or just straight disrespect them, it’s annoying. All the groups have done something to get kpop to where it is now. Thank you for this amazing deep dive. I’ve been a fan of EXO since debut and it is amazing to see everything they have accomplished. I’m a proud EXO-L 🩶

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

BTS and BLACKPINK absolutely deserve all the love and credit for what they’ve done and continue to do. But I also think it’s important to zoom out so to speak and see the wider picture as well. At least for me, it makes me appreciate what BTS and BLACKPINK have been able to do when we look at the other groups and idols who came before (or even around the same time as) them. 💙💙💙

[@eeelvia]

@@JonathanMillerMusic omg totally! They truly are a force to be reckoned with. And as you said, we need to see the full picture here and the fandoms also need to realize that western achievements aren’t the only things that matter. There’s soooooooo much more to be proud of. Again, not minimizing the success both groups have!

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

@@eeelvia yes!! I love that you bring that up bc western achievements are fantastic but finding success in your home country and/or continent is also a major major accomplishment too! It deserves just as much praise and love!!

[@Marta-rz7iq]

@@eeelvia BTS is the group with more achievements internationally and in their home country, don't even dare to got here shading indirectly and then "not minimizing the success and bla bla" when you were exactly doing that😂 it's so funny to see how you are a bunch of hypocrites...You all claim in this comment section how EXO could have been like BTS internationally with a good promo but then you all try to shade indirectly BTS and BP for achieving smth really big that EXO couldn't... GET OVER IT! because you all are still pressed by things that happened years ago LOL

[@Marta-rz7iq]

@@JonathanMillerMusicyeah you could have shown that instead of using the sentence "Before BTS there were EXO", because each of those groups had their own path and truly different from eo, EXO was 1 year older than BTS so they could have achieved the things that BTS did too and they didn't, it's not who was before whom, BTS owes nothing to EXO LOL, because when EXO was already doing well because they were also from SM, BTS were almost desintegrating because they had no money, they work with other strategies and they started to grew...but NOPE, it's not thanks to EXO because it's funny how the fandom of the group was the one most hater to BTS and in Korea they had basically 0 media in their favour meanwhile Exo had it all thanks to SM😂 So...I would say BOTH GROUPS WERE THERE AND DO THEIR OWN THING, Fin.

[@madmaxxxxxxx]

Kpop fans nowadays are so proud of breaking yt records, but it’s mainly because internet connection is more convenient and kpop is more widely popular too. Breaking album sales record is also easy as nowadays even for international they can easily buy albums compared before. Also, hollywood or international music companies recognized kpop nowadays compared before. In the kpop world where it’s difficult to be recognized and get to top, EXO MADE IT- aside from that their vocals are top tier. When vocals are heavenly, visuals just became a bonus!

[@nyasha7721]

Exo is literally the reason why these groups be coming out with their own universe story lines...they revolutionized it. Kai literally popularized men wearing crop tops in kpop. There's sooooo much EXO has done that you're correct this video would need to be hours long. It's sad asf when I see newer kpop fans trying to erase the accolades and strides of the generations that literally inspired their faves today

[@julaya.winter]

Amalie Baekhyun war also the first one to wear a face chain!!

[@paaaaanda3060]

My favorite award they won was the first one because Taemin recorded Kai crying in the backstage 😂

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Hahahaha ikr! Taemin always such a meme 🤣

[@kim-wh1th]

One thing about EXO success is their humility they never forget to respect others, thank their fans or give back the love to their fans that's why EXOL are super loyal to EXO we always feel we are home with them

[@sheiladelarosa_]

They are indeed very humble, it's one of the things I have always admired

[@NJM-DZ]

It's true that BTS made me Discover Kpop, but EXO made me love listening to their songs, before i only listened to classical music

[@monsterbaek1648]

Welcome ❤

[@avnivarshney3190]

Achievements that have been missed- - Baekhyun's third album again sold 1 million copies, and became Top 20 Best K-pop Albums of 2021, without any promotions or music show performances since he went to the military right after releasing the album. - Baekyun is also the creative director of Privé - Kai has been the global brand ambassador of Gucci for 6 years and has also released his own collection with them. he is known as the muse of Gucci. - Kai is also known as the top 3 dancers in Kpop along with SHINee Taemin and BTS Jimin - Chanyeol is also multi-talented, he can play the piano, guitar, and drums, write, produce, compose, dance, rap, sing, act, excels at sports, etc. - Chanyeol's musical 'Meissa's Song' also made various achievements in Korea and his movie 'The box' also made various records in Korea and worldwide. - Xiumin had also released his own clothing line with Represent. - Apart from these, EXO and its members have been brand ambassadors for more than 20 luxury brands throughout the years. Others please add to the list.

[@Adat55]

Just to add Suho and Sehun have also had roles in K-Dramas. 😊 Some of them even lead roles.

[@BALISIMartinIIZ]

Addition to that : EXO - SC is the highest selling sub - unit of all time.

[@theluxuryoflife5076]

Im proud to be an EXOtic ( before exol 😂 ) since debut 2012 and i am still an exol til now no matter how many groups came out after them. Just like Suho said, even if there’s only ONE exol left, they’ll still perform and i will become that ONE exol😊

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

OMG YES I REMEMBER EXOtic!!!! 😭😭😭😭 That made me smile to see!! Hahaha

[@ghostwriter4642]

Girlllll those were the days😭😭😭😭 i was actually heartbroken when we were named exo-l but I have come to love it so much🤍

[@sangpu300]

5 Kim Lisa Lisalisa 6 ❤ 9:54 Suho Kim My Myun

[@katherinecampbell9772]

Damn right!!! Thank you EYK for giving EXO's fans their true title, because EXO from the first teaser trailer was unlike anything the music world had seen before or since. EXOtics for the win!!!!

[@funkinme]

A crying exotic from 2012 here

[@ma.patriciumilda]

I LOVE THE WAY HE SAID "YOU CAN SAY A LOT ABOUT THE EXO MEMBERS, BUT YOU CAN'T CALL THEM FLOPS." LOUDER PLEASE WOAHHHH!!!!

[@flor07]

🤍 🤍

[@JenHime_]

Also I am so glad to see we still get new EXO-Ls joining the family to this day. OG fans like me are already almost 30+ and it’s so incredible to witness EXO gaining new fans, proving us that indeed EXO’s music and skills will trespass time and people will still be listening to first snow even years after their retirement..

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

I knowww 🥹🥹 It’s wonderful to see!

[@unnamed6007]

New exol❤

[@squishytan7]

Exo was a big part of my teen years and now in my twenties they still have a great impect on me. They're that group you can't keep your eyes off no matter how many years passes. Their legacy is real and will continue to thrive for generations!

[@kirageorge]

I love to see it too! I am 40+ and was in my 30s when they debuted. I was just as excited in 2011 as I am about their comeback. I look forward to many more comebacks as a group and soloist. And patiently waiting for my bias Kai to return.

[@Kupo923]

EXO is still goated, and still number 1 in my heart

[@tiffanyt.7815]

Thank you for this! Bts is what got me into kpop but I just discovered EXO in late February around the time baekhyun got out of the military and have been obsessed with them every since can’t wait for their new album guys pls support they deserve #1 on billboard

[@sonamioraon4036]

Me too

[@relagro]

I’m the other way around. I got into EXO around 2017 but only just lately started listening to BTS (and loving them so far, of course, lol)

[@marciatucker5171]

I've followed EXO since the beginning but they're still my favorite Kpop artists! I'm addicted to Baekhyun's honey voice, lol.

[@riha4618]

I got into kpop because of bts in 2017 then because of fanwars i got into exo

[@outroseok]

intellectuals stan both bts and exo

[@teriverse]

the moment you do a deep dive on legendary/iconic kpop artists, I just know it's going to be good!!! EXO IS BACK, THIS IS NOT A DRILL ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥.

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Hahaha awwwww TYSM!!! I’m glad you like them so much! EXO is iconic and deserves all the love! 💙💙💙💙

[@mariammartirosyan4012]

As a veteran EXO-L I know their achievements by heart, but still smiled like crazy while watching this, thank you so much for this video

[@rkdo9554]

One proof that EXO is here to stay is that no matter how many issues thrown at them, during and after their group hiatus at that , they just keep on charting and gaining fans internationally with ZERO promotion.They are really the blueprint that every artist or group should follow. Thank you for this video. This should be shown to people esp the new Kpop stans.

[@mapalomukupa6459]

Kyungsoo was a trainee for 2 years and his friends found out only until he debuted? Why am I not surprised? 🤦🏾‍♀️😂😂

[@alinaEXOL]

😂😂😂

[@gravityVL1485]

Fr, typical kyungsoo behaviour 😂

[@yordankavo]

I appreciate every video by you, but with EXO being my all time favourite group I am touched and have no words to express how grateful I am. I will suggest this video to each and every EXO-L and reactors I know (if you don't mind), cause your insight and efforts shouldn't go unnoticed. ...oh, man, I wanna hug you, seriously 🤗🤍🤍🤍

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you so much! Sending you a virtual hug! 🥰 Yes, please share it with whomever! If anyone reacts to it, please tag me and let me know! 💙

[@weareone53210]

26:19 "exo was right there in the throes of gen 3, with exo-ls putting their name on the map, and fighting for kpop to become more recognized by the world outside of Korea" ❗say it louder. exo exist in every moment of yours 💗

[@Ushjaim]

The real slayers of kpop.... They never stick to one genre.... ❤❤

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

They go all over the place and we love it 🥰

[@Ushjaim]

@@JonathanMillerMusic thank u soo much man, for loving their music, of course it's hard to not fall for exo.... Their music is really ear blessing 🙏

[@MsTristen12]

I’m a stay who has just discovered EXO after watching D.O in a drama having no idea who he was Thanks for all of the comments - it’s great to find out more things ❤

[@kanukaoa]

After watching this video, I am even more convinced that EXO is a group that will always be remembered. They not only have beautiful voices but also big hearts. I am proud to be their fan ❤

[@exsoba_ramen]

Wow! Thank you so much for this video! I became an EXO fan thanks to Kai's Rover Song! I've been obsessed with this group! Their live, power, main, vocalists are phenomenal! Baekhyun, Chen, D.O have are the best I've ever heard in the industry! Especially Kyungsoo's low, tone, soulful RnB riff's, just does something to me. As a lover of old RnB music EXO has THAT sound that I've been looking for and missing, I don't really hear in today's K-pop. It's soooo refreshing to hear EXO's music, such a change from the cookie cutter stuff these days. I am really sad I didn't really know about EXO, I have been sleeping under a rock, or I've been so tunnel vision and biased to refuse to listen to other groups that I've missed out on this amazing group. I'm so sorry I wasn't open to other groups for so long. I promise I will NOT miss another EXO comeback ever again. Their music makes me feel at home. I'm so glad I finally found them, I'm here to stay! Baby EXO-L from Canada!

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Noooo! Don’t feel bad! New fans are always welcome of any group (at least on my channel hahaha) Plus getting to discover them for the first time so recently must be really exciting!! Have you found any favorite songs in your time learning more about them?

[@evilia.d.o7522]

Omg welcome to exoplanet sis...i'm just wanna hug you..

[@unnamed6007]

Me too baby exol.. This comeback we gonna rock

[@Clau.7]

Bienvenida! Yo también me uní este año así que es tan emocionante haber encontrado a tan talentoso grupo! 😊 Imaginate lo que nos falta por descubrir de ellos✨. Así que apoyemoslos juntas en su regreso🙂.

[@teenwolfblack4304]

i always feel like crying when i encounter a new exol, because it reminded me when I got into them back in the day. i discovered them throw fanfiction just the time when they debuted i remember how excited i was.

[@kayxie73]

when i see those million selling albums and ground breaking charts I always remember them saying specially baekhyun "please don't buy our album, buy some clothes not our album." This guys are really amazing so humble even tho their company downgrades them in some ways EXO'Ls are there to support and even promote them. EXO will remain our KINGS. EXO SARANGHAJA.

[@Lkaye-vd9jf]

This will be my first time stanning EXO. And I regret not stanning them before. Now I’m watching their videos as much as possible.

[@alsoo_ey7462]

D.O. won Best New Actor at Blue Dragon Award & the first Idol Gen 3 to do so, Dir. Cut chosen by 40 Dir. As the best idol actor.

[@Concy888]

Sometimes i feel people forget the impact EXO had on korea’s music industry and that’s a shame imo. So thank you for this impeccable trip down to memory lane. The effort was amazing✨ Please everyone support these amazing guys and give them tons of love for their comeback, they deserve it❤️

[@OhSehun-qr8ms]

Kai is also the 1st Korean to became a Gucci Global Ambassador.

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Yes! TY for adding this! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@OhSehun-qr8ms]

@@JonathanMillerMusic omooo you reply to me..

[@yeolsooist_]

You just made me cry with this content. I felt like someone has finally stood up, and state facts about EXO. They truly deserved to be recognized as a legendary group. In which, newer generation can't quite understand, sad but true. Thank you so much for doing this deep dive. As an exol, I truly appreciate it a loooooot.

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Aww thank you so much for watching!

[@merniuexobias2208]

3 of the members won DAESANG a major award in k-pop. They also have the walk of fame in Dubai. I'm into kdrama but i met IU and EXO in 2021 so i decided to stan them and I'm already in my 30's.😂

[@matchacatte]

watching this made me a little emotional haha i was an exo-l since kai's first teaser dropped and it's crazy how much time passed. i grew up listening to exo and even to this day they're still just as amazing as they were to me before. very happy to see their comeback, they'll always be kings to me

[@thanusagomes]

Thank you so much for taking your time and putting so much effort into this video!! As someone who's been into kpop for over 15 years (let's not question it, just embrace this fact), I remember when SM starting dropping all those teasers for exo and everyone was just losing it on tumblr hahaha So happy to see how far the boys have come, not only in those amazing numbers, but also musically as a group and as talented individuals. Once again, thanks for the content, and I'm sorry for your loss, wishing you and your family the best right now 💜

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

hahaha omg I know right? The absolute GRIP these boys had on Tumblr was fantastic. I'm glad you like my video, thank you for the kind words!!

[@rosietales]

The teasers that went on for almost 4 months and we thought they would never debut 🤣🤣

[@furuyakeifu]

Don’t worry I’ve seen it all too (been witnessing the Korean music scene since 2003 or 4?) and I remember the tumblr fun as well! Teaser era was so mysterious and fun lol. But then later I sprained my wrist reblogging Kyungsoo too much omg 😅

[@galileismyname9928]

Even at their worst ,, situation like other members leave from the group and all the rumors and scandal they encounter,,still they're shining and the popularity exist more...From creating Solo Albums,and having sub units..But in the end of the day,, they are all as ONE... saranghae EXO ...PROUD EXO_L here...frOm Philippines 😍😍

[@kellymccasland7689]

The way that I understand Lay’s status is he isn’t a member officially, as in he’s not contracted with SM or Exo, but he has always been proud of being an Exo member and is still a member figuratively or in spirit

[@flor07]

No, he's STILL part of EXO.. 🤍 He's not part of SM, but he's part of EXO.. 🤍 🤍 He participated in Don't fight the feeling album, but because of schedule and China-Korea problems can't participate fully in everything.. 😢

[@kellymccasland7689]

don’t fight the feeling? From 3 years ago? His contract with SM, and by association Exo, was up for renewal in 2022 and he chose not to renew (unsurprisingly). He put out a really really lovely amazing letter to fans as an official farewell although, like I said, he is still a proud Exo member. I think he would still be down to join them for things here and there but there is no longer a contract obligation While there were issues between China and Korean that affected their media, those restrictions aren’t really a thing anymore. If there were truly issues, Lay wouldn’t have been in Don’t Fight the Feeling or Tempo at all and he wouldn’t have been able to promote in Korea recently

[@flor07]

@@kellymccasland7689 In 2022, Lay left SM after his contract ended BUT he signed with SM as a partner, meaning HE STILL in EXO as a MEMBER...... Like D.O, ChenBaekXi!.. Please, don't spread misinformation, because HE IS part of EXO not ""figuratively or in spirit"".. That China-Korea still a thing, Lay is EXTREMELY popular in China and is their proud representative of culture, etc, they have always all eyes on him, yes, it's not as heavy as before, but that stuff still exist and thats why Lay is very careful about it.. Things are not purely black or white there are greys and he is moving around that.. We don't know, maybe when Sehun is out of milserv, and they're going to make a comeback Lay'll be part of it!.. 🤷🏽‍♀️ 🤍

[@kellymccasland7689]

Respectfully, Im not spreading misinformation I’m just being honest. Him, exo, and the fans consider him a member of exo but, as far as I can find, he’s not a part of exo in any official capacity. I am very proud of Lay and for all he’s accomplished in China and I’m just as happy to watch him thrive as a solo artist and cherishing the memories from when he was active with exo instead of waiting for him to active with exo again. But whatever makes you happy ig 🤷🏻‍♀️😌

[@flor07]

@@kellymccasland7689 If you don't see him as part of EXO, ok, it's your decision.. 🤷🏽‍♀️ But saying "he's not part of EXO" can lead to confusion to new fans, he still officially in EXO, SM says it, EXO says it, Lay says it.. 🤍 If the day comes and he says he's not going to be in EXO anymore, ok, but not now.. 😁

[@luis.1115]

can believe how many people nowadays love to force the "exo is flop" narrative... great video!!!

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Hahaha thank you. Yeah… I 100% don’t subscribe to the “exo flopped” narrative.

[@flor07]

Armıs, nothing new.. For them even BP is flop like 🙄 🤡

[@afrenchexo-l1418]

"EXO did not become sextuple million sellers, sell out multiple tours in under 2 seconds and keep those fan cams rolling on Twitter just to be forgotten by the history books." Thank you so much to say this ! You didn't even mentioned that all this was done by SM mistreatment and numerous sabotage and absence of promotions (since 2018). EXO did these impact with 0 help and even less help from international promotions. Thank you for this video, the existence of EXO is so impactful to the KPOP and their impact did so much things for KPOP today that it hurts me how lot of ignorant Kpop stans ignore them and their achievements. EXO done so much and too much people deny on purpose all they did. As you said "They didn't do alone. EXO was right there and before BTS, EXO was there". Selling 1 Million became a thing thanks to EXO, they were THE ONLY ONE selling 1 M albums per comeback for 5 whole years.

[@Marta-rz7iq]

Girl just get over BTS😂"Selling 1 Million became a thing thanks to EXO" then selling 2 Million, 3 Million and more should became a thing thanks to BTS?? since they were the ones with most sells until now that is Seventeen? but well, since they were the ones increasing the numbers should that all bea thing thanks to BTS?? STOP BEING DELULU ffs and be happy your favs are making a comeback, you all are stuck on stupid things. BTS expanded Kpop whether you want to accept it or not, they are the most well known group by non kpopers (with BP) you all should accept it and just focus on your group without always claiming sh*t😂 GET OVER THE PAST!

[@biasilvaworks]

The amazing thing about the song is that even the most upbeat exo tracks manage to make me cry with nostalgia, time goes by so quickly and I'm happy to have been and be part of this fandom,lots of ups and downs but always grateful for the good times and songs, in the end we are making memories, that's wonderful❤

[@asht17]

This literally made me cry idk how people have guts to say they are flop dude u have no idea how talented they are and what they have achieved and i m saying this sitting in india rn which few years back had no idea about korea and me being their fan since years u know their reach and its purely music

[@snehasaha0854]

Lay is really a superstar

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

FOR REAL THOUGH hahaha We gotta do a Lay only video one day (even if there’s some repeat info) 💙

[@xingxingsmoon]

@@JonathanMillerMusic pls do it

[@prescillasabalbarino-io5rp]

Baekhyun was called Superstar too, besides the Genius Idol.

[@thomas_exol]

i've been an exol since i was in middle school in 2013, and now i'm 23 y.o and still loving them. the songs are just right in my ears

[@tinasoo3433]

I'm sorry to hear about your father. I also want to tell you how much I appreciate this video. I've been a fan of EXO since they debuted and I hate how some fandoms erase their impact on the global rise of K-pop. I'm tired of some fans feeling like their faves were the ones who did it all. Thanks for putting this together!

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you for saying that, I genuinely do appreciate it. I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again. I wholeheartedly believe that BTS and Blackpink deserve their credit for what they’ve done, but zooming out the picture to see all the other wonderful contributions to kpop that other groups and idols have made makes appreciating what newer groups are doing so much more significant. Seeing the bigger picture might not be the popular thing to do but I believe it’s so helpful so that people don’t get forgotten. 💙 There’s room at the table for everyone.. at least on my channel! Haha

[@rexqt5337]

The greatest kpol group of all time

[@pPam57]

Xuimin "the fake maknae "also stared in a musical in 2021 called Hades town and also released a mini album in 2022 . His performance was said to be one of the most memorable moments the writer of the musical had ever seen and went to congratulate and thank him for his performance . Thanks for this ❤

[@crose7380]

Nowadays one asks which group you Stan, back then, one asked which member of EXO you stanned.

[@suarezarellanomarialaura7872]

This analysis was just amazing! Thank you very much for taking the time to create and record this video. I hope new EXO-Ls find this video as informative and useful as I did (even though I've been in the fandom since 2017). They deserve all the success and recognition they get, they are creative, innovative, immensely talented, and always setting trends and doing things differently from others. There are many reasons to love them and to stay with them! We are one!

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you too! I appreciate you watching and I really do hope new EXO-Ls find this video! 🙏🏻 It seems like a few already have so it was definitely worth it! (Also it was an excuse to talk about the KINGS 👑) 🥰

[@lost-soul7years]

"Before bts there was exo " yes louderrr put some respect on that both groups are amazing but just because bts is more popular now doesn't mean some armys can disrespect and belittle exo and their achievement because there once upon a time where exo were the most popular but both groups deserve respect for what they've done to kpop

[@fauzisutrisno8341]

I've known EXO since 2013 because of "growl", and until now no one else has been able to replace them. EXO is the first love that will always be remembered

[@helloagain24]

Well, their promotion sucks, especially considering that there were numerous Western opportunities for EXO that SM rejected, to name just a few: - SM turned down the Grammy. - SM declined Billboard. - SM rejected MTV EMAs. - SM said no to Coachella (despite being the first K-pop group invited). - SM rejected Western artists who wanted to collaborate with EXO. - SM refused Rihanna's offer to collaborate with Kai. - SM passed on Clean Bandit. - SM turned down Bazzi. - SM declined interviews for EXO with European media. - SM didn't support EXO's KZbin career. Imagine if SM hadn't rejected these opportunities, especially considering EXO's real talent. Nevertheless, EXO managed to gain global recognition through their sheer talent, even without these opportunities. So, it's frustrating when people compare and define EXO's 'success' based on their popularity in the West and compare it to groups that had Western promotions when EXO didn't have the chance to do so in the first place.

[@gegemode]

Huge thanks, Jonathan, for making this video. Thank you so much for taking time to make this video and spread EXO's greatness. "Before BTS, there was EXO" line sent shivers down my spine, and the "...they didn't do it alone" part literally made me cry. It's like a validation that someone out there still believes in and acknowledges EXO as the group that helped put K-POP in the global map. As an EXO-L, this video means so much to me. Thank you. 🙏

[@buttofkyungsoo]

THANK YOU FOR TAKING ME BACK TO THE REASON WHY I LOVE EXO SO MUCH. I'VE BEEN WITH THEM FOR 9 YEARS AND I CAN NO LONGER EXPLAIN WHY I FELL FOR THEM. 🤧😅 THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR HELPING EXO-Ls TO PROVE WHO EXO ARE!

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you for watching!! EXO is a fantastic group, I’m really happy you enjoyed my video! 🥹🥹🥹

[@xhiasayson4807]

I'm teary eyed while watching this.Thank you so much Jonathan!❤ It's so sweet to hear that part when you say, "before BTS, there was EXO" 🥺😍 and "BLACKPINK and BTS did not do it alone".. some fans out there became so territorial. They even call EXO as flops and irrelevant lol. But hey, we all know it isn't true sooo... 😊 I truly and deeply appreciate you for doing this. EXOtic fan here since 2013 😍

[@Marta-rz7iq]

You can cry all you want EXO was important for kpop in Asia, for more than you all shout BTS and BP were the ones that have a real impact internationally and not only in Asia...you can see everything...You can try to claim all you want but the truth is that in terms of globally BTS and BP are and will stay higher than EXO, it is what it is. You should be happy that Exo is really important among 3th generation because YES for me the big3 out the 3th G are BTS, EXO and BP, but you should learn how to be more obejctive, because you can't compare what BTS and BP did for kpop internationally with what EXO did sorry...😂

[@luzledo]

​@@Marta-rz7iqAnd do you think that's just achievement of those groups? Nooo unfortunately SM sucks and has never promoted them properly either outside or inside their country, it is more today with their return they still do not give the promotion they deserve thing (that if they do the fans and even the composers of some of their songs as in this case Jasper) the other groups from the beginning were conceived for abroad and still exo is still there after 11-year career and with many of the best voices

[@hannhee4790]

​@Marta-rz7iq see always someone like you coming to ask for validations, who doesn't know what bts and bp did for kpop industry? Everyone know, and don't bother to explain here. Facts, kpopies these days forget that exo did everything FIRST, not saying popularity or impact, but BEFORE them. Yk what I meant. Even exo always encouraged bts as their junior and support them in every award they went together. The thing is, those moments will never be repeated again to show some arrogant fans the proof that they're all kind and support each other.

[@kone_of_LU_BU]

This video is perfect because while I fell in love with EXO a couple years ago. I just started doing my deep dive on them. I love their dynamic.

[@nestheamarinava4654]

EXO IS JUST BUILT DIFFERENT

[@RizzaMaghinay]

This is why EXO is the only kpop group I stan. No one can compare ❤

[@BRivera999]

Yes, exactly, everything you said. EXO was the first, and the last kpop group I ever got and will get into. They will always be a favorite among my favorites in music.

[@abcdef-kf3my]

EXO is literally the best kpop group for me because of how talented and iconic they in group as well as in their individual achievements.

[@ipektashkin8607]

this video made me a little teary eyed because i've been a fan of exo since 2016 just before kpop blew globally. to this day, they are the only artists that can get me out of a slump. they inspire me and i have such love and respect for them. it was so cool watching to see their timeline and how much of it i've experienced with them. i have such a special place in my heart for them. exol forever 💖

[@chalee6212]

Thank youf for this! I'm an Exotic before becoming an EXO-L and a multi-fan but I spent my younger years with EXO and still spending my time with kpop at this age thanks to EXO. The reason I loved Korea and went there is to see them perform live.

[@DewdewDC]

As you asked - their first tour speed for ticket sales did break the record, but their second tour broke it again, and again. They still hold it at 0.2 seconds. Visuals, Kai holds the record for the most magazine front covers for a celebrity in Korea, a lot of it due to the fact that he was the first global Ambassador (as opposed to Asian Ambassadors as most Kpop stars are) for Gucci, they even gave him his own capsule collection. The fashion and beauty links the members hold is really impressive, including Baekhyun producing his own designs for Privé Alliance, but there are too many to mention here. EXO andEXO-L are also well known for charity work, as are a lot of Kpop fan groups, putting money towards schools and disaster relief to name just a couple. As well as the Nations Pick, the industry 9as opposes to fan named) also call them the Powerhouse of Kpop and the Vocal Kings, Kai was named Asia's First Love, the Idol of Idols and the Dancing King, Baekhyun is called the Genius Idol, there are so many more. And ... there's too much more! Thank you for this introduction. Many people do not understand who EXO are and why they are so important to and so respected by the Kpop industry. It is hard to look back and understand what they meant, but believe me, their impact was huge and remains huge. Here's hoping they will continue to bless us with their immense talents for years to come.

[@laylaalsaif4112]

Thank you ❤️❤️we ExoL appreciated let others know more about EXO❤️❤️❤️ this boys are really fabulous 👏👏👏

[@dorisseshakir-ullah7333]

What an amazing piece. Thank you Jonathan for making this video for new, current and future EXO-Ls.

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you! I’m happy you enjoyed it! 🥰🥰

[@shirleytodd1]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE MAKE THAT VIDEO ON SUPERSTAR ZHANG YIXING (LAY). He was my gateway into EXO and I only listened to EXO-M sides because of him (and Chen lol). His solo ventures are INSANE and he seems so genuine and kind and inspired me so much as an artist. I also am so happy that you say EXO are 9 members. After all the drama from other members leaving, other EXO fans just wanted the last remaining Chinese member to leave, but true fans know that EXO is 9 and that Lay has a strong bond with his band members and deserved to stay. Great video! I’m looking forward to, hopefully, the next video!

[@shortstuff0114]

EXO got me into KPOP when Growl randomly popped up on KZbin with their incredible dancing, vocals, and fun and genuine personalities… now at 22 they still continue to shine with their hard work and talent and making EXOLs so proud and happy… I grew up with EXO and could never thank these guys enough for all their sacrifices and hard work over the years 🥺🤍

[@julaya.winter]

Hahaha I remember that I couldn’t get the song out of my head for days even though I was so overwhelmed with the video and so many people that I barely watched half of it and had no clue what I was humming 😂

[@shortstuff0114]

@@julaya.winterREAL

[@Shaiba.Hussain]

EXO is really the most TALENTED artists in the kpop industry, no one can come close to beating EXOs vocals they're a vocal powerhouse in the kpop industry I'm so proud to be a fan of such talented human beings instead of jumping into a trend bandwagon 😭🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@orilonise20111]

Your analysis is magnificent and true. I have not laugh in a while, as an EXO-L, thank you.

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Aww thank you! I’m glad u enjoyed it!

[@undercoverarchs2140]

Fav moment of my Life as EXO-L, the Mexico City EXOr'DIUM 2017 concert. I was 15 and had only been in the fandom about 2 years but a very big fan, I knew basically everything to know about exo at the time and EX'ACT was and is still one of my top fav albums, so I screamed the whole concert and sang(screamed) every part I remembered. It was amazing and I still can't get over how wonderful it was even though I'm not active in the fandom anymore 💔💖 EXO said it was one of their favorite concerts to perform. I'm just sad that everything has been dieing out with SMent. Those were the days. 💖

[@saberkite]

I consider myself a fairly seasoned EXO-L by now, but I learned a few new things here. Love how you presented everything. I hope new EXO listeners or just curious folks will enjoy this and dive into EXO's discography.

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you! I’m happy you learned a few new things! 🥰🥰🥰

[@d4nielae]

Thank you for making this video 🤗❤ EXO deserve all the love and appreciation and this video us very well informed and shines a light on their impact and success. as an EXO-L of almost 8 years, thank you very much !!

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you for watching! They absolutely deserve all the love! 💙💙💙

[@MichelleBesera]

EXO is a significant part of my childhood. I've been a fan of EXO since their debut. I initially thought they would only be a phase in my life, but I'm still here, loving them. Being an EXO-L isn't easy because EXO has faced numerous challenges, which only makes me prouder of them. If it were another group dealing with the issues that EXO has faced, they might have disbanded a long time ago. Yet, here they are, still thriving and serving as role models for new K-pop groups and artists, which speaks volumes. No awards can truly capture their impact as role models.

[@baegeyl]

What else can I say is... it's EXO anyway... for 11 years as an EXO-L my love and support for each member will stand forever.🤗 Very proud with EXO👏🏻

[@baeklight164]

We're in this EXO shit forever *high five

[@casyaa27]

그간 엑소에게 많은 응원을 했고 올해도 많은 응원과 사랑 부 탁드리겠습니다 EXO 사랑합시다

[@joanaquintal5442]

My favorite thing is how "First Snow" pops up the on the charts every year after the first snow of the year

[@eriesdoh3643]

Im old enough & single mom because of them im being EXO-L &because of them im happy & contented of my life even without partner as long EXO is with me Forever!!!

[@renjithnair6890]

Firstly, I want to offer my condolences about your father. My deepest thoughts go out to you and the rest of your family. I hope that you are able to honor him in the best ways possible. Secondly, OMG I loved this! While I did want a more in-depth deep dive (I understand that you have a life outside of the internet, so don't feel rushed or overwork yourself), this will defintely hold me over until that day comes. I really loved what you had to say in regards in the global expansion of K-pop during the 3rd generation. It really was a group effort, and I hate to see people disregard other groups' contributions to the Hallyu Wave just because they aren't selling out stadiums like BTS or Blackpink. While those two groups do deserve their success, they didn't do it alone or overnight. It was years of hard work and dedication by dozens of groups and their fans working together to bring K-pop where it is now. I also loved how you highlighted the members' solo careers! It's incredible to see how much they have all flourished, not in the group, but outside as well. The only other group I can recall doing so is Girls' Generation themselves (please correct me if I'm wrong). Overall, a perfect mini deep dive on EXO and their accomplishments. Though, if this mini deep dive is almost 30 minutes, I can't imagine how long a full length in-depth deep dive might be. But I'll watch in full because your videos are always such high quality and are always full of passion!

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you so much. 🥹 I really do appreciate that and the nice things you said. It’s true though. BLACKPINK And BTS definitely deserve all the kudos for what they’ve done but K-Pop’s global expansion was a much larger thing than just those two. Many other groups, idols, and fans deserve recognition for their roles in it too. I hope my videos continue to bring a little light to that. :))

[@renjithnair6890]

@@JonathanMillerMusic you’re welcome!

[@julaya.winter]

Thank you so much for this trip down memory lane. Speaking for all EXO-Ls - we appreciate your efforts and thank you for not letting EXOs impact and achievements be forgotten. Saranghaja ❤️

[@Katchurro]

Every member achievement you went through I said "Well dang they must be the most successful" then you said the next member and I said "well dang they are even more successful" and it just kept going and going

[@R0VERKAI]

THE KINGS👑

[@rebeckaroy6790]

Another impeccable job! I know you said it was "mini" but boy did you give a well-rounded look at this legendary group and I just love your knowledge of CONTEXT which I find is so often missing in videos like these. (Your professionalism and love for music are so apparent)

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

🥹🥹🥹 omg thank you! That’s really kind of you to say! I went back and forth on whether I should call this video a “mini” deep dive or not but I decided I’ll leave it in the title for the meme hahaha I so appreciate you! ❤️

[@yasmeenjoosub4699]

Exo-L appreciates you.. We in this Exoplanet for Exo. They have touched our hearts and lives in many positive ways with their words of encouragement to do better and be better as people. Many wonder why we stan them? Simply put, they the kind of humans who you love to love. Not many get this. We do. So thank you.

[@vanm.8130]

You addressed them as nine members 😭😭😭😭 thank you sooo much

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Of course! 🥰 Until I see a final notice about EXO officially being 8 members, I’ll include Lay with EXO. ❤️

[@tengsariola3144]

EXO is truly a treasure for SK, they are one of a kind. One day they will grow old and will probably decide to leave the scene but their music will live on. Because they are timeless.

[@vickyg6182]

This is the best intro to EXO iv seen over the years

[@Daebakchingu]

I can’t believe I watched this whole video without skipping 🤭🤭

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

hahaha thank you!! 💙🙏🏼

[@brandoncrenshaw5027]

EXO are kings of vocals and kpop icons and legends and their 11-year career as a group they have set and broken many records in Korea and and China all around the world. First group in K-pop to sell over a million album in 12 years and have been doing it ever since they made it a trend to sell millions of physical album again during the album sales drought. The first group to surpass 10 million albums sold the first group to win album-of-the-year 5 years in a row in two different award shows they are one of the youngest group ever to sell out Tokyo Dome just three years after debut without releasing a Japanese single or album crazy. The album sell millions in Korea and in China they are the biggest group in China with the Beautiful and wonderful most loyal fandom EXO-L by their side EXO will continue to make more records and create more history they are in a Guinness World Record Book the kings are coming back 10th get ready

[@pamelafaerye7941]

I did see this right after I became an EXO-L last year. So I'm late saying thank you for this video. I wasn't into the whole kpop scene at all until I got floored by Cream Soda and down I dived. I read, watch and listen to everything I can get involving EXO because they are magnificent. And not only in kpop. I read comment sections and message boards too and I don't understand why some people find it difficult to just acknowledge EXO. It's just silly. I was never a "joiner" before, but I'm proud to be an "EXO-L."

[@nikimeowzers1720]

When i first got into kpop, BTS was my introduction but it didnt come without EXO. Where there was kpop there was EXO and i loved their music so much and never stopped listening. You can say whatever you want but where there is Kpop there is EXO no matter what fandom or where you are at in your Kpop journey.

[@snehasaha0854]

Thank you for this❤ Exo comeback is gonna be everything this year

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Thank you for watching! I'm excited for "Cream Soda" and EXIST! Do you have any fave EXO songs?

[@tamalito6104]

This was a beautiful introduction for exo, thank you so much for doing it

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

My pleasure!! TY for watching!

[@qqn133]

EXO are a force to be reckoned with ❤

[@escritora84]

Thank you so much for this video! I stumbled across EXO when I was exploring Kpop on my own in 2013, and they were one of the first artists I fell in love with. Their continued success is even more significant considering social media was still in flux when they debuted and steaming hadn't become the dominating force in kpop that it is now. Fun fact: They worked with Teddy Riley, who was a pioneer of R&B and New Jack swing and member of Blackstreet and Guy - I grew up on his music, so listening to EXO felt like home to me. He was a big factor in EXO's early music/sound and he deserves more flowers for his work.

[@JonathanMillerMusic]

Yes!! Teddy Riley is a fantastic producer and artist! That’s cool that you grew up on his music!

[@exoIST1485]

Thank you for this! You explained it so well. Tomorrow EXO will have its 12th Anniversary Fan meeting in S.Korea. 💗💗

[@taruuu]

lay's resumee is really impressive

[@gloriacooper4355]

This is honestly a beautiful introduction into EXO Been with them since the start and seeing them reach so many people and hit accomplishments after accomplishments always makes me proud to be an EXO-L

[@TheWariorPrincess]

I got goosebumps so hard the whole time you mentioned their achievement 🤯 As a new international EXO-L, I can't deny their strong pull eventhough I kept refusing to get to know them for 11 friggin years! But hey, they won! And I believe they keep generating new fans especially with the new album coming out in a few days now, D.O movie The Moon and his solo album too (an obvious D.O stan 😂)

[@sunshiniest16]

Where is the lie? Im a baby L and discovering EXO was a rabbit hole for me. It was endless and there is no escape AND MIND YOU, I LOVE STAYING HERE. 😍 i love how you highlighted our boys and emphasized facts that new gen and other fans seem to miss. They’re not legends for no reason. Their path is not of a bed of roses. It was hard work, resilience and talent and they are here to STAY and SLAY. 🙌🏼 sharing this wonderful video for all to see coz EXO needs to be celebrated! 😘