NEW K-POP FAN RECTS TO BTS BLACK SWAN

[@amanitawn]

the cat always causing menace in the background is so funny kkkkkkkkkkkk

[@purplemelody3216]

Thanks for changing the title. I get why people were mad about the title. You can't hate something you never hear or saw. Hate is a strong word.. use it wisely. If you are genuinely interested in exploring BTS.. Armys are happy to be your guide. As armys, we welcome everyone with open mindset. 💜

[@VictorNightroad]

Happy to have youz

[@armyvero3298]

El no tendría por q cambiar ningún título a nada de su canal, como ARMYS debemos respetar eso ,el no ha sido grosero ni faltó el respeto ni a BTS ni a ARMY ,así no nos enseñó BTS y no seamos tóxicas con las personas q reaccionan a los chicos

[@charlesshorrock]

@@purplemelody3216 the greatest irony for me is that it's our own fault as Army that some of these terms keep appearing. Because there are so many of us who love the fellas and actively look for BTS related content, almost any keyword attached to BTS content ends up getting a value boost. I would imagine it's the same for Swifties and a few other massive and well established fan bases.

[@mhn7700]

you taking time at the beginning to both clear up misunderstandings, but also show respect and willingness to listen and learn, says a lot about you. as far as pausing the video all the time, it's no problem! :) pausing to share thoughts is much appreciated over forgetting half of it at the end or talking over the video and missing possibly important parts.

[@georgiana3112]

Martha Graham’s quote was the inspiration for the song: "A dancer dies twice - once when they stop dancing, and this first death is more painful.” Black Swan tells the story of a dancer, an artist, who fears the death of their career: the moment when they can no longer perform on stage. The moment when music no longer touches BTS’s hearts or stirs their passion is the moment when the specter of that “first death” appears.

[@VictorNightroad]

In didn't look much into the lyrics but it's nice to find this out , maybe on my second listen I'll catch more

[@Mrs.L.44]

@@VictorNightroadyou can go as deep as you like with BTS’s music. Almost all of BTS’s music has deep and meaningful lyrics and message.

[@laijusarkar]

You should watch their live performances of either award shows or concerts. Trust me you'll be amazed by their performance like never before.

[@VictorNightroad]

Will watch it eventually, thanks

[@shrushti_rkjk_btsahp1]

Watch ON kinetic manifesto, dope, fire, DNA, idol, blood sweat tears, fake love, so what, airplane pt 2, standing next to you.... After u react to these will suggest more

[@Borallus]

not forget "not today"... 😊

[@auriane_6755]

@@Borallus OMG Yes, Not Today never get many reactions by youtubers, you HAVE to react to it Victor! It's the first song I've listened when I got into the BTS rabbit hole, and I immediately fell in love with their music thanks to it!

[@livingonthecoasttv]

Yes I was about to mention ON Kinetic Manifesto 👍🏻

[@jcasa3646]

solid suggestions👍

[@livingonthecoasttv]

@@jcasa3646There are so many songs, all great. Actually too many to mention. Welcome to the Rabbit Hole and enjoy your journey 🫰🏻

[@luyandokalenga5761]

I like how genuine you seem. Thank you for taking the time to address all that stuff in the beginning. I also appreciate you reacting to our boys. Army will treat you well.

[@sandydebord8153]

Victor, so glad you took the time to clear up the skin head statement. I knew as soon as you later referred to having no hair that’s what you had meant. BTS has always had a message of loving yourself and those around you without prejudice. Welcome to the purple rabbit hole. Borahae 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 (You’ll learn what this mean when you watch Taylor Mari’s guide “A Guide to BTS Members: The Bangtan 7”.)

[@VictorNightroad]

Noted ✅️ I'll watch it !

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks

[@wendybaker7999]

There are a few BTS intr's to watch. Look around

[@KC-ck1mz]

I think your cheeky cat is hilarious, please don't cut it out of your content! 😂 .. 46 yo Australian here. It's been a long time since I've seen such a genuine new person introduced to BTS, I liked your reaction for the realness it is, thank you. Re: BTS - As you journey you'll see just how talented the individual members all are, with different types of genres, vocals, dance, production, lyricism and performance in general. You'll see how beautiful they are as people too, influencing all to have peace and be happy with life, treat others well, don't hate, don't judge - with wonderful messages to love each other and love yourself. The effect they've had on the world (which you'll see from the guide) is like no other imo. Enjoy the ride 😊 oh and don't forget - keep the cat in the content please! 🐈

[@zombiemeg]

Fellow Aussie and ARMY here. I’m 50 and I agree, so great to see someone so open to BTS. And he’s a Cat Dad! Bonus points 💜😂

[@VictorNightroad]

Hii , thanks for the lovely comment ! I wouldn't dare to cut him out , he'll have my head 😂 , sleeping would prove itself impossible haha

[@Silver_Rayn]

Don't worry about pausing, ARMY is here to see your reaction. We can see the video anytime. Also, we can be pretty overwhelming & demanding with requests. Some will want to monopolize all your time. Don't neglect your other content as you get deeper into BTS. If you find this happening, I've seen other creators start a 2nd channel & separate their content. Then their original fans don't get too upset. You can ask ARMY to post requests with the genre listed. Maybe keep a list with a tally & pick from most requested. Try to watch a video (if there is one) before watching a live performance. That way, you can read the lyrics. Run BTS & Dionysius don't have videos.

[@reneezemlock7880]

Jimin is a trained contemporary dancer and jhope started as a street dancer and joined BigHit as a dancer and then learned to rap. All seven members are amazing dancers even if it doesn't come easily to all of them. They do have a score of back-up dancers they'll use for larger numbers or when they do their solo songs within the BTS albums.

[@Artfrg4]

Boy are you in for a ride! BTS started in 2013. There is a lot of content to enjoy! They have gone well beyond the usual Korean music industry standards. They are Global! Please continue these reactions! 💜

[@VictorNightroad]

Will do !

[@PrisciladeCarvalho-w1m]

BTS tends to portray ideas and thoughts very well in their songs or videos. The complexity of most of his compositions beautifully expresses his creative and artistic choices. To do this, they use various devices and symbols, linking literary, psychological and social references. Repeating words is a deliberate literary device that puts emphasis on something and is called Epizeuxis. In this case, "bump, bump, bump" is the sound of the heartbeat and conveys the heightened sensation of anxiety; and, "jump, jump, jump" deepens the feeling of depression and dark thoughts, adding layers of complexity to the lyrics. In the case of "nah, nah, nah" and "yeah, yeah, yeah" the repetition makes the song accessible to BTS's multinational and multilingual audience where fans from diverse backgrounds can easily sing along, creating a sense of unity and connection. . This MV was filmed at the Los Angeles Theater. “Black Swan” is inspired by the psychological theories of Carl Jung and explores the concept of “Shadow” which addresses the darkest things that exist in all of us and that we hide or repress, for example, our fears and doubts or our prejudices. It is based on the following quote from dancer and choreographer Martha Graham, “a dancer dies twice - once when she stops dancing, and this first death is the most painful”. That's why it's relatable to Tchaikovsky's famous ballet, "Swan Lake", where there is a White Swan (good) and a Black Swan (evil). It is demonstrated throughout the video by the choreography and the colors of her black, white and gray clothes. This song has an essentially deep and personal meaning for BTS, as it refers to the fear of losing their passion for music. The video portrays the struggle within oneself between light and darkness, with beautiful visuals, powerful choreography and emotional vocals, adding depth to the narrative and representing the artists' internal conflicts and emotions. But the lyrics end with the hope that they will fight this feeling by looking deeper into themselves, understanding their feelings, knowing themselves better, and using those feelings as inspiration to make more music. 💜🇧🇷💜🇧🇷💜🇧🇷💜🇧🇷💜🇧🇷💜🇧🇷💜

[@VictorNightroad]

I didn't look too deep into it in my first listen but sounds very nice and complex. Thanks for sharing that

[@rafaelsmith5737]

​@@VictorNightroad9:48 You must be referring to their other MV "Boy with Luv" which is quite flashy, poppy, & colorful. By pointing that out, you're making me think you have no idea how deep & complex BTS music is. To help you understand, in "Black Swan" you notice that MV is mostly black/white & not colorful so you quite like it compared to "Boy with Luv". Cause it seems more real & less superficial. But have you ever thought that maybe the two MV's are interconnected? Never right? Cause they seem to be the exact opposite & completely unrelated. Which IS exactly the point. The other one is bright & colorful while this one is quite dull in terms of visuals & sound. In BTS discography, there's no such thing is coincidence. For example in Black Swan isn't quite obvious that they're always inside a THEATER. But in "Boy with Luv", I bet you never noticed that they're also in a theater. Except they're mostly OUTSIDE performing and the theater outside has a huge sign that says "PERSONA". So what does it all mean? Why am I pointing out such irrelevant details? You see, I'm a psychology student so it's quite easy for me to understand BTS since BTS is also using & teaching psychology. This album is specifically called "Map of the Soul" which is similar to Carl Jung's book "Map of the Soul", who introduced the concept that human beings have archetypes mainly the PERSONA, SHADOW, & EGO. The PERSONA is the "you" that you want to present to the world (It's not the real you) which oftentimes comes across as fake. Your SHADOW, is however the "you" that you want to hide, cause it has all your dark sides including your fear & unwanted desires. The Ego, is the real you which is based in reality, which is interconnected with another concept Psychoanalysis by Sigmund Freud which is the Id, Ego, & Super ego. Another concept in Psychology I won't bother to explain. Anyways, back to the Persona & Shadow. The "Boy with Luv" MV is basically BTS' outward Persona, which is why they are outside of theatre (self) and why it seems too colorful, rainbowy, & quite superficial. I mean isn't that exactly how others perceive them? Just a bunch of Flowery boys, who just sing and dance about superficial things like "love". Heavy on make up, flashy visuals & have no artistry or whatsoever. Their music is so poppy, happy & bright, it's so fake that's why they're so loved worldwide. Isn't that "Boy with Luv" MV completely depicts their PERSONA? However, Black Swan MV seems to be the exact opposite, in terms of visual & sound. You can even say it's quite dark & artistic. Cause the Black Swan MV depicts their inner SHADOW that's why they're inside the theater. By the way, you're also great at spotting the shadow doing its own thing at the beginning of the MV, but do you notice that throughout the MV, the shadow would become smaller & gradually disappear? Do you also notice their clothes aren't completely white? Cause in each one white cloth, there's always a black part that seems like trying to consume them. As for the lyrics, isn't it quite interesting how despite how dark & deep the lines are for example the 1st line "My heart no longer beats, when I hear the music play, feels like time has stopped, oh that would be my first death, I'm always afraid of" The tone in their voice doesn't carry any fear at all? The delivery is very dull & monotone. Actually, all of that is intentional. It's just portraying what it feels like to lose passion for the things you love the most. In fact you can contrast his tone of voice to his solo song called "First Love" where you can hear the deep passion in his voice depicting his love for music in contrast with this song where he sounds soulless. So yeah, I wrote this long comment cause I just want you to react to this song called "First Love", the first song that truly got me to BTS.

[@prettyshindy5706]

​@@rafaelsmith5737It was so nice reading your explanation. That's what I've been trying to get across to other people who questioned me why I love BTS so much, it's because they are so special to me, no idol or other musicians make me so into music like BTS did. From 'No More Dream' the teenager me who aren't so sure what to do after I graduate or even care about so called 'Future' makes me thinking hard as what to do and what kind of a person I want to become when I grow up while I've never thought of that before. They're just so nuanced in sharing the messages/their stories since the very beginning. And I do believe that anyone who's into psychological knowledge like me, let alone a Psychology Major like you, would really love to dig deeper and found the details easier also connecting one story to the other, just like how life is, it goes on, sometimes connecting the past and present, since the present BTS is the results of the Past BTS. We love to find reasons to things as much as we could, so yeah there is never a coincidence in BTS song or MV, they always put thoughts and adding details in the best way to portray every messages.

[@hayleybarnett5263]

THE BAREFOOT THING, IS JIMIN THE BEST DANCER FOR 6 YRS IN A ROW, HE SAID HE LOVES TO FEEL THE MUSIC WHEN HE DANCES, BECAUSE HIS WHOLE BODY FEELS IT,JIMIN IS THE ONE WITH THE BLK WINGS, AND DANCING BY HIMSELF. THEY ALL ARE AMAZING, BUT JIMIN IS MY BIAS, WITHOUT HIM APPEARING IN MY LIFE, I WOULDN'T BE HERE TODAY, EVERY TIME I'M GOING DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE, HE BRINGS ME BACK UP🙏🏻I'M 58 IN A WHEELCHAIR, BUT HE MAKES ME DANCE, I THOUGHT I LOST IT, WHEN I ENDED UP IN THE WHEELCHAIR, BUT HE THOUGHT ME, I HOW WRONG I WAS, I'M NOT USING MY LEGS, BUT I STILL FEEL THE MUSIC, HE GOT ME HERE, AND I'M GRATEFUL FOR MY GUARDIAN ANGEL PARK JIMIN 🤴🌎🪐♾️🙏🏻

[@novidewi1611]

I'm a 52 yo army, and I've watched BTS since their debut, and I've grown and developed with them since 2013. You'll see their music has various genres and themes (you will be more awe, when you pay attention to the lyrics, and they made it since they were in their late teens or early 20s). And in these 11 years their music has never been outdated, you'll always enjoy and admire their work, even though the songs and MVs were made years ago.

[@katiemarie8580]

Thanks for the reaction! Black Swan is actually really deep! It's about a creator's fear of losing their passion for art. In this instance, BTS wondering what it would feel like to no longer love music. It's based on a quote by Martha Graham, "A dancer dies twice - once when they stop dancing, and this first death is the more painful." These feelings are reflected in lyrics like "The heart does not beat anymore, when listening to music" "Oh that would be my first death I been always afraid of" "If this can no longer make me cry, If this can no longer make my heart flutter, Perhaps, this will be how I die once" "No song can reach me anymore, I cry out a silent cry". Black Swan is from Map of the Soul: 7, which released early 2020 right before Covid. In 2018 they'd suffered severe burnout and depression, and were so lost and done that they nearly disbanded. I personally feel like this album was them diving deeper into those emotions and their inner selves.

[@JstStandingNextToYou]

Really really recommend their songs: ON, DOPE, DNA, Blood sweat & tears, so what, wings, FIRE, and Standing next to you by Jungkook (which is their youngest member). Loved the video!

[@VictorNightroad]

@eminamaria3131 thanks dude ! Welcome!

[@SusieQ1955]

To be fair, one solo for each member.

[@JstStandingNextToYou]

@@SusieQ1955 thats what i wanted to say but i didnt know which one to choose from each of them 😭

[@luojingjie4236]

​@JstStandingNextToYou ooh, I can do that. Jin- The Astronaut RM- Persona Suga- Shadow Jhope- Boy Meets What V- Stigma Jimin- Lie Jungkook- Euphoria Rap line- Ugh! and Cypher Vocal line- Illegal and The Truth Untold I stuck to their BTS albums rather than their solo albums or collabs, because those haven't come up yet.

[@zombiemeg]

@@luojingjie4236 I love Persona! It’s so underrated.

[@mabelmoon7759]

thank you for clarifying those phrases, i appreciate it.

[@VictorNightroad]

You are so welcome

[@m.leticiaguidomorales5478]

Gracias por reaccionar y ser sincero respecto a lo que te gusta, soy ARMY y tengo 63 años, yo tampoco escuchaba k pop pero de repente vi videos de BTS y ahí me quedé, ahora solo espero lo nuevo de los chicos, me recreo con lo pasado y escucho a BTS, somos muchas personas de mucha edad como yo que escuchamos a BTS

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks for watching with me I appreciate it

[@somewhere.in.saturn]

No socks is freedom haha Thank you for the reaction ❤

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks for beeing here !

[@LPnerd]

This is in a old 1930's theater in LA. BTS covers many genres as you will see. Rap, R and B EDM, Latin Pop, etc. their lyrics are always so good. some reactors make notes so they can comment later. Just a thought. Thank you for giving BTS a chance. The more you watch and read the lyrics I think they will work their way into your heart. If you liked this one you might like The Truth untold .

[@VictorNightroad]

Noted !

[@normanorma9153]

My Dear, welcome to BTS Rabbit Hole,enjoy your Journey, I'm 70 YEARS OLD and love they so much, they are amazing, Borahae 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@VictorNightroad]

So cool! Thanks for beeing partnof my journey ! I appreciate you !

[@ktredmane1209]

70 here too! Greetings from Chicago!

[@greywing9837]

Welcome to the world of BTS 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 Enjoy

[@springpanther]

OMG! I think this the first time the very first BTS song was Black Swan as far as i can tell though i only been an ARMY since 2019 and didn't really watch reactors until like a year or two after that. Thank you for the reaction! A little backstory to each member RM (he is the leader of the BTS think more like a sport captain than what western Music groups leader means. He started asan underground rapper Ranch Randa [i def spelt that wrong, I think, I'm sorry] and known for his lyricism. He has the most music and song credits of the group. He always puts his members before himself in important matters. [Example: he was the only one featured in the Remix of Old Town Road and was invited to perform it at the Grammys, but he brought all his members to perform with him.] He is rather clumsy yet a genius. He taught himself English by watching the sitcom FRIENDS. His birthday is September 12, 1994. His real name is Kim Namjoon. [Note: Korean names have family name/surname before given/first name, so westernized his name would be Namjoon Kim.] He is currently serving his mandatory military enlistment) Suggested Songs: Wildflower, Come Back to Me, Still Life Jin (he is the oldest of the group. In Korea, being the oldest comes with respect and authority. He doesn't use his hyung card [hyung means big brother yet only use by other men/boys there are similar for girls (oppa) to use and big sister(unni and noona)] he is big on joking around and going with the flow. He is a vocalist of the group and known to having a silver voice by critics. He actually joined the company as an actior as he is a theater major. He learned to sing and dance as a trainee. His birthday is December 4, 1992. His name is Kim Seokjin. [Second Note: Kim is the most common surname/family name in South Korea.] He completed his military enlistment in June 2024 and his first official solo album came out Nov 15) Suggested Songs: The Astronaut, Super Tuna, I'll Be There Suga (he is the main producer and rapper of the group. He's the second eldest after Jin. He was also an underground rapper named Gloss. He found the company by their hip hop competition and he was placed 2nd in it. He originally joined the company as a music producer and rapper as he didn't want to dance, but was basically tricked when BTS was converted from a hip hop rap group to a hip hop idol/vocal group. He is an amazing producer as he even won awards for songs he did outside BTS. And such an out of this world rapper. He seems distant and could on the surface, but he is a marshmallow especially with his members. He can be a savage respectfully with witty response. His stage name comes from basketball, shooting guard, which he loves to play. For his solo music he goes by Agust D. His birthday is March 9, 1993. His name is Min Yoongi. He is currently in military) Suggested Songs: Daechwita, Haeguem, Amygdala j-hope (the sunshine of the group! Also, he joined as a dancer who learned from RM and Suga how to rap. He has his own unique style when rapping. I believe somebody mentioned they the Rapline is as following: “Namjoon analyzes the world, Yoongi criticizes the world, and Hoseok visualizes the world.” I agree wholeheartedly with this statement whoever wrote this is amazing. Hobi is a ball of energy and an amazing dancer. He started dancing when he was young and was the youngest to join his hip hop dance crew: NEURON. He was known to being able to learn the complicated choreographies fastest of the BTS members and would guide the other members through the dances when needed. He did lives where he freestyle dances called Hope on the Street which is ironically his second album’s name. His birthday is February 18, 1994 and real name is Jung Hoseok. He finished his enlistment in October 2024, after eighteen months) Suggested Songs: on the street, MORE, NEURON Jimin (He is the vocalist and dancer of the group. A perfectionist with a quiet, reserved, and serious demeanor. He is also known for his smooth and elegant dance moves, and is considered one of the best dancers in BTS and K-pop. He is affectionate, especially with his members and usually the first to comfort them when they are down. He has a background of contemporary dancing and Korean traditional.dances and was a top student at Busan High School of Arts. His birthday is October 13, 1995. His name is Park Jimin. He is still in military service) Suggested Songs: Like Crazy, Set Me Free pt2, Who V (He is the baritone vocalist of the group. He is from a farming family and always knew he should be doing music. His parents told him to choose an instrument and he decided on the saxophone. He has an old spirit, jazz and r&b, he even learn whilst in BTS the violin [he stopped if I'm not mistaken] and the trumpet [pretty sure he continued playing it]. He actually acted in a k drama “Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth” and contributed the single "It's Definitely You" to its soundtrack. Jin and V sing the song. He has an unique perspective on life. His birthday is December 30, 1995; real name Kim Taehyung. He is still doing his mandatory service) Suggested Songs: Rainy Day, Blue, Slow Dancing Jungkook (He is the maknae of the group.aka the youngest. He was only 13 when he started training in the company. [That's another note: until last year (2023) South Korea had their own aging system and switched to international aging. Some parts of their society still go by the Korean aging which is you're considered 1 year old when you are born and on new year you gain a year. That doesn't mean Koreans don't celebrate birthdays at the time of birth, just that your year increases at New Years.] He was basically raised by the members, they come to his high school entrance and graduation celebrations. He said himself that he was basically a sponge that absorbed the other members’ personalities that blend together to form his own unique self. He is very close to the members that if something happens to them he'll be upset. He is sensitive about his fans too. His birthday is September 1, 1997 and his name is Jeon Jungkook. Still doing his military service at this time) Suggested Songs: Stabding Next to You, Still With You, My You I did 3 songs for each member Song Recommendations for the group: Tomorrow - Unfortunately, there's no music videos, but you can find English subs Life Goes On - there is a music video (actually 4 of them if I'm not mistaken) Young Forever - there is a music video Butterfly - there isn't exactly a music video though sort of is. Run - there is a music video and watch until the very end. Run BTS - there isn't a music video 2! 3! - no music video. First fan song. ON - watch either the original music video or the Manifesto one, both are awesome and should be watch IDOL - has 2 musuc videos, 1 has a featured artist in it Boy in Luv - has a music video Boy with Luv - has music video ANPANMAN - no music video Just One Day - has music video I think that's enough for now.

[@SusieQ1955]

I think so too. Save something for everyone else.

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks so much. I don't have time to read everything now as I'm in work but I'll read later ! Thanks for sharing that

[@springpanther]

@@VictorNightroad you're welcome

[@lindanelson1601]

There is a video...The Today Show (American show) it's one of my favorites!

[@CowsRdumb]

Thank you for the reaction. One of the members Jimin was the one doing all the solos and was also the shadow

[@fridabr2984]

Appreciate the title change. Army will appreciate everything you do to support the boys. They are all about positivity and acceptance so don't think we will take it the wrong.

[@wild_flower_7]

KZbin just suggested your reaction and surprise! Esti din România! Bine ai venit in lumea BTS! Am 54 de ani fac parte din ARMY, cu acte cum se spune! 🤗😁 BTS este grupul care nu te va dezamăgi niciodată! Mamele lor sunt chiar mai tinere decat mine și totusi am învățat o mulțime de lucruri privindu-i pe acești tineri! Nu e greu să-i cunoști, trebuie doar sa ai inima deschisă... nu sunt perfecți dar sunt niste oameni buni, cum se spune la noi. Sunt extrem de talentati, vei vedea ca au voci atât de diferite, dar se potrivesc atât de bine in grup! Daca vei căuta pe KZbin, vei vedea o mulțime de vocal coaches care ii numesc "vocal athletes" pentru ca danseaza și-și pastreaza consistenta vocii in același timp. Sunt foarte cunoscuți ca și grup, dar de cand au trebuit sa-si faca stagiul militar obligatoriu in tara lor, au mers mult pe cariere solo si fiecare in parte, a excelat si acolo, au doborât o multime de recorduri cu albumele lor solo si au luat, individual, o mulțime de premii in domeniul muzical. Sunt multe de spus despre ei, dar vreau sa te asigur ca ți-ai gasit un nou sustinator al canalului de KZbin! Abia aștept sa vad si restul reacțiilor ... Greetings from Romania 💜🇹🇩

[@VictorNightroad]

Multi inainte ! 😁 imi pare bine ! Si bine ai venit !

[@yonedakou3935]

Thanks you for taking the time to explain and for giving our boys your time. They have actually saved many lives that were depressed or feeling bad about themselves by their lyrics ❤❤❤

[@saranjee]

💜💜💜welcome to the world of BTS and ARMY💜💜💜💜

[@eileencritchley4630]

'Shadow' is a term in Jungian Psychology a the whole album explores Jungian Psychology in relationship to their own lives along with the concept of 'Persona' and 'Ego' Black Swan is about their real fear the fear of losing their passion for their art of Song writing, Composing, Producing, Rapping, Singing, Dancing. They all played each other Shadow that represent their fear.

[@bibi2004-k8x]

To add to that I want to point out that boy with luv, especially the music video represents their persona, the way they want to present them selves to the outside world. The persona is basically a mask that you would wear. It's not really you but how you want other people to see you. Which is why the video is so bubbly and colorful and obnoxiously happy lol. (you'll see the mask motif come up when/if you react to fake love. I have a feeling you'll like it as well, it's also pretty dark in tone ) And the shadow is what you shove deep down into your psyche. Things that you don't want to surface or things that you don't want to acknowledge. Black swan is one such thought; the fear of loosing their passion for their craft. And the lyrics does such a good job in visualizing that anxiety. It hits even harder when you know just how much music means to them. If you are willing to explore more of their work you'll find out that most of their music/music videos are connected one way or another. Even though they might seem polar opposites they are somehow connected. Which is something I personally love about BTS. Their earlier stuff also had a running fictional story line. I'm mentioning these things because I'm amazed at the work they put into their craft. Down to the tiniest little detail everything is thought out. The few exceptions being their English trilogy, that happened because of the pandemic and they wanted to do something to cheer us up

[@VictorNightroad]

Interesting! I've heard of Carl Jung before !

[@eileencritchley4630]

@@VictorNightroad Nice my BA degree in is Psychology.

[@Choiriagustina]

You must wacth the live performance BTS MMA 2019...this is amazing

[@q777lhs]

MMA 2018, TOO~

[@mrslightningbolt5349]

Thank you for your reaction. I'm 58 year old Army from Scotland. I really enjoyed watching your genuine interest and appreciation for BTS. I think you'll really enjoy the journey learning about them because they don't write superficial songs like a lot of other artists. BTS songs always have a meaningful message - something I and many other armies have found helpful at difficult times in our lives. Oh and don't worry about pausing the video. We want to see your genuine reaction as you experience it. Looking forward to seeing your journey. 💜

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks so much !

[@mandeefarley1399]

Thank you for addressing those questions in the beginning. I was a little confused. 🤣 And I love that your cat is always around! I have cats as well, so I get it. 😂

[@tahube1]

So fun to hear your reaction!

[@kirstenrayhawk6868]

Welcome (to BTS) -- I came from the first video to see how you handled the feedback ... thank you for immediately listening and taking the two stated concerns seriously enough to make changes. Honest accountability is appreciated by ARMY and is a huge part of the culture BTS has asked ARMY to hold up. Your reactions are so honest. Thank you for being open to listening to these seven amazing young men.

[@VictorNightroad]

Thank you for saying that ! I appreciate it !

[@MimiMimi-ph9vq]

Una canción preciosa. Todos son increíbles. Jimin el mejor bailarín de la industria musical. Su elegancia me captura totalmente.

[@beccal.5369]

Thank you for sharing your honest reactions with us. With "Black Swan," BTS divulge their most harrowing shadow yet, one that any person who lives for making art faces: losing the passion for creating. "A dancer dies twice - once when they stop dancing, and this first death is the more painful." Martha Graham. This quote is at the root of the sentiments inlaid in "Black Swan." Much like a dancer feels purposeless when they can no longer express themselves through dance, BTS contends that the day that music no longer fills them with the same passionate fire as before, or even if there came a day when they stopped creating music - what they feel is their life's purpose - it would feel like death. RM sings, "If this can no longer resonate / No longer make my heart vibrate / Then this may be how I die my first death." Once again, BTS affirm that despite their countless record-breaking accolades, the wealth they've amassed, and their ever-increasing fame, they are artists. What means most to them is the art - music, visuals, dances - that they create. 💜You need to watch a live version of this song, or the dance practice video. Have a great day... Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺

[@mireact]

I loved that Magic joined the video. You should bring him and Weasley more often. I’m sure they will be glad to react with you!

[@VictorNightroad]

Hmm I'm not so sure about that 😂

[@Edalene92]

Thank you for your reaction. Black Swan is one of my favourite song of BTS because of the choreography and the meaning of the lyrics, it is very deep and dark! But it is normal that it's not your genre, but BTS has so many genre so I am sure you will find the one that you will like the most! Hoping for your next reaction. But I suggest you to start to one of their oldest song, because in this way you can see how much they have grown up in these 10 years. Like "No More Dreams", they were so young and was their debut song! It is beautiful follow their journey 😊

[@anissab.5375]

Thanks for reacting to BTS ! I think they will surprise you on many levels as you go through their discography and more. :) I'm probably not qualified enough to write a proper introduction on who these gentlemen are but basically BTS is a South-Korean group that has, no lie, the widest range of music any artist have and hundreds of songs. That means, no matter what your genre is, you'll find songs you love and some you might enjoy less. Anyways, as much as medias like to put groups in a box, BTS is no typical "boyband" and even in the Kpop industry, they're totally different. BTS are pionniers in some way and have a totally different story. But most of all, they've been working very hard for a decade, literally starting from scratch in a company that was on the verge on bankruptcy only to have made this company one of the biggest economic sources in South Korea nowadays. They literally are the one who paved the way for Kpop artist out of Korea. To make it short, there are 3 rappers and 4 singers. Before debuting, two of them were underground rappers and another two of them were dancers. And on top of being amazing rappers, singers and dancers ; BTS members write, produce, take part in the artistic concepts, music videos, dance choreographies, ideas... Everything basically, in collaboration with their company staff and artists. They're really on a lane of their own and I think you'll see that for yourself when you react to more. Plus, they have one of the strongest bond with their fans (called the BTS Army) and they just reciprocate all the love they receive from us and even more. Now, to give you important CURRENT informations : In 2022 BTS announced a break from group activities to focus on solo projects, promising to be back by 2025. Later on, we got to know that this break was also to perform their 18 months mandatory military service as South Korean citizens. One by one, they released solo stuff and one by one they started their military service. Jin (the oldest) went first and finished in June 2024. J-Hope (another member) finished in October 2024. At the moment, the others are still in the military and will be done in June 2025). Their solo works are amazing, they gave us wonderful music even as soloists and they broke records on records individually. But they also keep on repeating that they can't wait to get back to work TOGETHER. I think this break was necessary for them to take time and BREATH (because being BTS is exhausting) but I also think that they miss each other deeply as they have express multiple times. So, the contract being signed, neither us or them can wait for 2025 at this point !! That being said, I hope you react to more ! :D Including live stages please Also, I think you should definitely react to the different fan-made guides about BTS. They'll put you on many informations about the group, the members, how they work and everything basically. Because above learning about their group history, these guides make you understand their music a lot more in some way. That was my case when I first became a fan (and I'm sure I'm not the only one). I guess learning about the background of each member, their background as a group and the way they work for their craft, makes you understand the music (and the artistry) in a much more complete way. One of the most complete (and amazingly made) guide is : "A Guide to BTS Members: The Bangtan 7" (by Taylor Mari). Hope you'll react to it ! In any case, enjoy the journey !!

[@VictorNightroad]

Few others requested ! And I will! Thanks for sharing your thought also !

[@kathleenlazzareschi6023]

Ditto for On kinetic manifesto. Also Set Me Free by Jimin

[@charlesshorrock]

Taking the first few moments to address some of the concerns or misunderstandings from the previous video is first class, sir. I really liked the way you seemed to accept them for what they were, but also didn't take them personally and get that we can never make everyone happy in life or content creation. I really like your chill vibe (and your cat - mine also likes to remind me she is here at the most inconvenient moments) and look forward to more of your content - BTS or otherwise. Subscribed. Keep moving forward, you're doing great!

[@VictorNightroad]

You're a gent ! Cheers 🍻

[@RS-oy6bz]

Thanks for reacting to Black Swan. 💜 It's about the inner fear of artists when/if they lose the drive for their art. This state is described as the first death by Martha Graham a famous ballet dancer. Inner fears, represented as shadows, is a part of their concept for album "Map Of The Soul 7" and this song is from that album. Its all about Persona, Shadow, and Ego ( here it means conquering/overcoming) based on Karl Jung's theory. Boy with Love is also from this album. So anytime you react to a song of this album keep this concept in mind.

[@GileadMom]

Great reaction! Thanks for addressing ARMY with such respect. Keep growing and learning about the boys!

[@VictorNightroad]

Thank you ! 😁

[@72becc]

So happy to see you again!!! 💜 바라해! Please keep it up, so much good music in Kpop.

[@VictorNightroad]

Thank you so much!!

[@karlene1972]

This is my fav BTS song. Them worrying about their losing the connection to music. Thanks for the reaction

[@eileencritchley4630]

Romanian Techno head is kinda nice and describes you well in a fun well. I like that title why not do a poll and of suggestions you might even come up with something even better? Hope that helps

[@VictorNightroad]

That's a good idea !

[@hobiiiswifey3624]

CLICK here if you don't mind the pauses!!!! I like when ractors pause before saying something than say somehting and get distracted while the video is playing so they miss a lot of things. Take your time, we are here for commentary and we want to hear what u think. Read the subs/caption, replay if u miss something too coz BTS lyrics are very deep, most of them and they write and produce most of their craft. Borahae

[@taeggukie_BTS7]

This is one of my favorite songs. Thanks for clearing the skinhead saying out..i knew it wasn't the bad thing when you said it. We ARMY'S are very protective torwards BTS...they are in their 12year and still getting hate, racism etc..on YT are much documentaires where you can see why we are so protective about them. I recommend to watch ON kinetic manifesto, Dyonisus, Idol, Fire, DNA, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Fake Love. Thank you for this reaction..stay happy and healthy lots of love from a Belgium Army💜💜

[@zombiemeg]

Definitely recommend Dionysus, their live performance at MAMA in 2019 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqTZqXV7Z8aVf9k

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks ! 😁😁😁

[@Joy-iy4bz]

Once you get to watch more of their videos, you will learn that BTS are so versatile that they can do different genres. 💜💜💜

[@beverlycrossley7976]

Nice to meet you. Romanian, it’s been a journey for me discovering new reactors from all of the world. BTS has brought thousands from all over together with the realization, music is universal. Welcome to the journey! Army64

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks a mil ! Nice to have you here ! 😁

[@floricaadriana]

BTS cei mai talentați frumoși perfecți tare dor de ei ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sofia-if3ir]

All the members are great dancers but the main dancer here was Jimin! He’s trained in contemporary dance and ballet (he’s great at hiphop too since that’s what BTS mainly do). You appreciated his dancing specifically about four times in this video (that I noticed lol) so I wanted to let you know who the dancer you’ve been appreciating is. He did the background shadow dance scenes, all the scenes where the was one single dancer, and in the scene where there was one dancer dancing down the line it was also Jimin. He’s BTS’s main dancer (along with J-hope)

[@allisonB123]

Hi Victor, thank you very much for reacting to Black Swan, it’s a fantastic song, an excellent mv too, filmed on location in the Los Angeles Theatre, a very beautiful building. I really look forward to more of your BTS reactions 🙏🌺💜🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@VictorNightroad]

Thank you !

[@dulceandrade9469]

ARMY here since 2016. I appreciated your reaction. And what good advice, the grounding o self. So smart if you to mention it. All the best from Portugal. Borahae

[@VictorNightroad]

Greetings from Ireland

[@reginastockton4099]

Thanks for your comment I am a 70 year old army from usa boys all are doing there 11/2 service 2 are out but rest still have until June so all the new music is single artist but bts sing all different kind of music is love them they love army, and army love them

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks 🍻

[@ktredmane1209]

70 here too! Greetings from Chicago!

[@crabbv]

AHHH ROMANIAN?? I thought your accent was familiar but I didn’t want to assume lol- bună ziua!! It’s so cool to see my fellow Romanians getting into BTS 💜 binevenit!!

[@VictorNightroad]

Haha ! Saluut ! Bine te-am gasit !

[@kuroro9949]

Black Swan is a song about the fear of losing passion for their art. It's based on the quote of a famous dancer, Martha Graham, who once said: “a dancer dies twice - once when they stop dancing, and this first death is the more painful" One of my favourite MVs is 'I Need U' You could also react to live performances. Their 2021 Festa Live Room is a compilation of samples from mostly their B-sides from 2013-2021. It's great to see their range and talent!

[@vanessadevillers7447]

I recommend 3 beautiful songs " Spring Day", "Life Goes On" and "Permission to Dance" the last two were written during the COVID19 pandemic.

[@AustrianHanJisung]

5:38 most idols have to dance while performing especially rapping is really hard when you are doing really insane dancing choreography’s

[@sasilathashajimon]

Black swan is a queen👸.Welcome to BTS universe, there is so much to dive in.😊😊💜💜

[@classical7]

Can't hate something if you haven't experienced it. It's such a strong word so definitely use it wisely. As long as you're open to new things (like BTS in this case) ARMYs are pretty cool about it. You don't have to like any of their songs. We just appreciate an honest reaction. Think of BTS as art...very subjective so each person will resonate with it differently.

[@Joy-iy4bz]

Thanks for the nice reaction! You must watch their On Kinetic Manifesto. I think you will like it too. 💜💜💜

[@g2231-v2p]

USA ARMY here! Thank you for reactions! I knew what you meant by those two comments before, maybe emotions are running high in some ARMY hearts right now because of the certain snake lady. Please know -we just love and respect BTS. I subscribed and I look forward to this journey together! OT7 💜

[@auriane_6755]

Thank you for reacting to BTS !

[@maritorres5092]

Disfrute su reacción , gracias por permitirse conocer a mis niños 💜 , no se arrepentirá , ansío verle reaccionar a la línea de rap 😎😎😎 , RM , SUGA , y nuestro amado sol Hoby 🤗

[@JFCincy-cc3uo]

The song is also based on Martha Graham's article about artist, especially dancers, have to stop performing their art early and she considered that the first death. In addition, the memory of your previous artist life follows you like a shadow for the rest of your life.

[@jayashreemurali8392]

Watch On Kinetic Manifesto, Airoplane 2, Dope, Blood Sweat and Tears, Fake Love, Permission to Dance and also Guide to BTS.

[@dariajaruszkiewicz4126]

Thank you for your reaction, one thing you should understand is that most of the BTS fans are NOT K-pop fans. To understand this you would have to dig deeper into the K-pop industry which is not a genre of music. By the way... I'm Polish 😅

[@abra6733]

On, Fire 🔥, airplane pt2, Spring day (+analysis), Not today, so what (live)💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@SafiraSafira-uk9zs]

💜 thank you for your reaction

[@yonedakou3935]

I recommend Run BTS chronograph

[@kristinemaynard2165]

I'm really enjoying your BTS content. I also agree with your "socks off" conment.

[@VictorNightroad]

Socks offfff

[@Inusgirl05]

Welcome to your BTS journey! ARMY will always guide anyone willing to explore into this world! I understand why ARMY would get upset with you using K-pop hater as a title because we know what the guys had to go through to get where they are today. They faced a lot of hate from the industry and other artists so ARMY tends to get protective. Thank you for being respectful towards our 7!

[@mkazmipti4431]

Want your next reactions badly.... 🎉

[@ishublithe_bts]

I have exam tomorrow...and this guy's video came on my feed, and I'm watching!!!

[@VictorNightroad]

Good luck!!

[@ann_anna738]

I'd recommend BTS room libe festa 2021 because in that one video you will see how diverse BTS discography is. They have tried so many genres and the discography is really amazing.

[@marciareginabragavianna7272]

“Black Swan” focuses on the fear of losing your love for music. All of these fears, pressures, and doubts manifest in the shadows heard and seen in “Black Swan.” In the music video, Jimin dances alone, succumbing to shadows. He is the black swan, who agonizes. And there is a parallel between the ballerina who can no longer dance and the musician who loses inspiration. Black Swan is a song inspired by the Martha Graham quote: “A dancer dies twice; The first death is when you stop dancing, and that death is infinitely more painful.” BTS took this and applied it to the moment when an artist's inspiration leaves them, when they may no longer feel love and passion for their music. The industry can put a lot of pressure on the artist. The "creator" BTS's Bang Si-hyuk has always given them a lot of freedom to live their art, but fame brings a lot of pressure, from the company, fans, the media, etc. Fear that making music means no longer living art in a true way.

[@valeriacucuiet1122]

După accent nu aș fi spus ca ești român. Mă bucur ca te-am găsit urmărind comentariile despre BTS. Îmi plac mult! Succes în munca ta!

[@VictorNightroad]

Multumesc mult ! Bine ai venit !

[@Mileymo_de5]

this is literally the nicest reaction ever

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks that's so sweet to say !

[@Mileymo_de5]

@@VictorNightroad ur welcome keep going man I love your reactions

[@lubsduarte1]

welcome 💜 🇧🇷 we will treat u well

[@neethuvishnuvishnu9759]

Thanks for giving g good chance to ours boys, armys always welcome genuine people. 💜

[@PatriciaYAPO-cl8dp]

We can't wait to see your next videos on BTS 💜💜💜

[@namastan5580]

Thank you 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@VictorNightroad]

Any time! 😁😁😁

[@arya7627]

thank you for reaction, greeting from poland

[@VictorNightroad]

Thank you too! Welcome ! Greetings from Ireland

[@catofthecanals5562]

Hi, so nice to see you back. If you are up for another one, I would recommend "Not Today". Think it will be a song and MV you will like. Hope you enjoy and have a great day.💜

[@VictorNightroad]

Added! Thanks

[@MummaLlama]

Look honestly 1:00 kpop “hater” is a strong term but I had it in a sense. It wasn’t the music or art I was opposed to diving into, it was the treatment of the artists by greedy adults and the demand to be absolutely perfect 100% of the time and starting them so young as well. It can get brutal and it took me a while to come around and realise BTS were different. Not just different, but AWARE of it, and doing their damn best to change it. And they have. Knowing that very early I dove right in without looking back. I’m very predominantly a metal head/80s rock fan but I found their music so different to everything I’ve heard, from musical arrangements, deep lyrics and really spicy adlibs that just make a track ✨🤌🏼👌 they have so much music you can easily find something that suits your tastes

[@ishublithe_bts]

Oh i love your reaction, these days people just react on BTS for views but seeing how you actually noticing their choreos and lyrics abd commenting on small things...as an ARMYfor 5 years, i feel so great!!! Thank you need more of reactions to BTS 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 please watch Life Goes On, Blood Sweat abd Tears, Spring Day,

[@VictorNightroad]

😁

[@xiBlaaZeD]

Thank you 💜

[@VictorNightroad]

You are so welcome

[@lynneroute1202]

ON kinetic manifesto. A MUST SEE

[@debhouckscraftycottage]

Black Swan was my introduction to BTS and I fell in love with this group. I'm in my late 60's in the U.S. and became official ARMY member a few months after seeing this MV. I haven't gotten to see them live at all, as getting just one ticket to a concert is, as someone else put it, like Hunger Games! No Lie!!! They sell out stadiums over 4 nights in pre-sale and in less than an hour!! Anyway, Black Swan has to do with fear of losing their passion for their art (music, singing, rapping, writing, dancing, etc.). I'm a bit of an anomaly, I guess, because I don't listen to K-Pop, but I DO listen to BTS and support them as fully as I'm able to do so. Thank you for reacting to them. I hope you continue, and enjoy the journey!

[@VictorNightroad]

Thanks so much ! So far so good ! Let's gooo

[@btstakescareofmewhenimsick4892]

If you like techno, watch So What by BTS 👍

[@mochiluvr6753]

This. Live. 🎆✨️

[@AdaVeer]

Hei! Atat de bucuroasa sa aflu ca esti roman! Romanca de 34 de ani aici, Army de 4 ani . Iti recomand sa fii atent la versuri, baietii intotdeauna au un mesaj in toate melodiile, uneori mesaje ascunse si mereu profunde. Bun venit in universul BTS. 💜

[@VictorNightroad]

Heya ! Mersi mult ! 😁

[@bnsbns-d2j]

Thanks for great reaction to bts 💜

[@soop5414]

I did avoid your "hater" video because it's common clickbait term. And thank you for explaining your terminology. We're happy to learn about you and your culture too. BTS is a positive space that many people escape to when the world feels too toxic. I hope they bring you the same joy that they give us. 💜

[@yadiraesteva1335]

Me agrada que te hayas dado el tiempo de leer los comentarios y no utilices más el termino HATER ya que no es agradable escuchar y leer sobre odio. BTS ha sido un parte aguas dentro de tanta música sin sentido y sexista. Las letras de las canciones han sido estudiadas y valoradas antes de ser expuestas a ARMY y demás escuchas. RM o Kim Namjoon lider de BTS se asesoró ya que tiene algunas canciones en sus inicios principalmente que denostaban de alguna manera a la mujer y por lo tanto ha querido reivindicar ese hecho, pero como ya lo dijo cada una de nuestras vivencias, experiencias y hechos nos van reconstruyendo en quienes somos en este momento ya que estamos experimentando cambios continuamente.Soy ARMYMOM de 50 años y agradezco el apoyo que he sentido de ellos, ya que curaron algo que ellos no lastimaron ni rompieron. Amo que tengas gatos. I PURPLE YOU💜

[@VictorNightroad]

Thank you so much !

[@LM10-j]

I think he'll fall under Jimin's influence.

[@CityByCity]

A dancer (black swan) dies twice: once when he/she stops dancing and the actual death. Same for a singer. First death is when he/she is no longer passionate…

[@luanaroselin2200]

Will be waiting for new kpop reactions. You should watch "A LONG AND HELPFUL GUIDE TO BTS (2024) - Purple Snow" for better understanding the group.

[@NikkiSixx-in7oe]

Welcome to your BTS journey. I recommend you look at the BTS guide to get to know who the members of the group are , you'll appreciate their skills even more. Some other mv's you can check out are Fire, Fake Love and Blood Sweat and tears