Reaction to A Guide to BTS (for haters, skeptics, and non-pop fans)

[@amanitawn]

as an introverted person, seeing a calm/chill youtuber makes me feel so seen 😭 don't worry about pausing or taking your time to give your thoughts, most of army (bts fans) actually like it (me included) hope you enjoy the ride, i know it's a long one, but it's definitely worth it!

[@laymans.theory]

@@amanitawn lol im trying 💀 and im loving it so far. Ill post jimin’s like crazy reaction soon 💚

[@UrhopeJhope]

​@laymans.theory jimin was my first bias. Once you jim-in, you can't jim-out

[@roguechevelle]

Glad you watched this. There is another fantastic guide that I highly recommend "A Guide to BTS Members: The Bangtan 7" by Taylor Mari. Boracity Magazine recently made this guide because she noticed people that are curious about them but seem to get intimidated by the longer video tho I will say Taylor's video is edited so well it feels much shorter but people don't realize that until after they watch it lol. There solo work is varied but so is their BTS discography as well. Their roots are in hip hop so many of their songs have messages and speak about their experiences. They do a wide variety of genres as a group and they have amazing b-side tracks on their albums. My first MV was Mic Drop feat. Steve Aoki which is very hip hop which got my attention but then I saw their Fake Love MV which hooked me completely, I thought the lyrics were deep for a title track. Other great MV's people often recommend is "ON Kinetic Manifesto" and "Black Swan". If you like older music I think you will enjoy V's newest songs "Winter Ahead (with Park Hyo Shin)" though I will say I wish I had watched the "Official (Cinematic Still Ver.) MV" first before watching the actual MV cuz I got a bit distracted at the eyrie mysteriousness of the visuals and couldn't focus on the song but that's me. And Bing Crosby x V of BTS "White Christmas". I think you will like Jungkook's "Standing Next to You" as well. RM's "Wildflower (with Youjeen)" is fantastic. Jimin's "Like Crazy" is also amazing it's the synth pop mentioned in the vid and it also has an English Version. J-Hope's song with J.Cole is "On the Street" and his song "Neuron" is also great. Jin's "Astronaut" was was co-written by Chris Martin of Coldplay. And I'm not sure if you like aggressive hip hop but Suga's song under Agust D "Haegum" is great but I really love his song "Amygdala" it's a very personal song.

[@laymans.theory]

@@roguechevelle wow thank you for watching. You guys are great i was hoping someone will help me out on them and guide me. This video was extremely helpful so i will be checking your recommended videos and songs out 😎💚

[@cboz6137]

Agree with all of this 100%.

[@ZinhleMuzamba]

@@laymans.theorydon’t think the guide is a necessary cause it’s just the same info again but you can watch if you want but l love to see your journey with them😊

[@LotusBloom0309]

The Guide to BTS Members by Taylor Mari is the next video you should watch. It goes into more depth without being repetitive. The information is all correct also.

[@amajinjams6966]

There is a newer guide than Taylor's which is more music based as well. 😊

[@HASHMATKhan-r2w]

Jimin don't need western collabs. He is king himself ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@cboz6137]

Guide to BTS Bangtan 7 by Taylor Mari is the best. She'll do a part 2 when all their solo era "chapter 2" content is released while they are in the military era. It is long but worth it and ARMY like to rewatch it with you! She is a professional editor so you can watch it without having to worry about editing anything out. Also, BTS fans typically don't care if you pause. We prefer it, since it means you are watching. They have songs that go deep on so many levels they have explanation vids you'll want to watch. I grew up with a punk background and never in a billion years imagined being a fan of what people call a "kpop boy band." But then after I got to know them I realized they weren't any of that. These guys started as Hip Hop then added vocals and choreo of the Kpop world. They were shunned by both the Hip Hop world (who considered them sell-outs and falsely assumed they wouldn't be creating their own content) and the KPOP world (who considered them too free and non-conformists). Many Kpop bands now try to emulate the mix in rap and vocals but still over 95% don't write or produce their own stuff. I am OT7, meaning I support them all equally. I tend to be rapline bias, but vocal line are my wreckers. You sound like you would enjoy more vocals to start. I will give you some options, but won't bother me if you listen or not. Follow your own path and Do You. I first discovered them with Dynamite and that was not my thing (I do not like mindless uber pop) so I almost never got to know them. I even gave them a second chance with Butter, but again... nope. Not for me. I appreciate that a lot of people come to them through that, but their Eng songs were a rare occurrence during the pandemic when the songs were produced out of house (one was written by Ed Sheeren). Anyway... that is really not them. Thankfully about a year later, I stumbled on them again and decided to start at the beginning. Their first song was "No More Dream" and other than very cliche outdated outfits, the song was way different than Butter and Dynamite and the lyrics were meaningful and inspiring for youth. So I gave their next song a chance and down the rabbit hole I went and haven't come out yet. One of the coolest things about them is that even after this many years, you never know what to expect when they release something new. Ever. Since you recognized JCole, I'd say start with Born Singer. They did it shortly after they debuted back in 2013 on the beat of JCole's Born Sinner. The words give an indication of who they are. In 2022, just before going into military, when JHOPE was headlining Lollapalooza, he met JCole and within the year we had a Jhope/JCole Collab and Cole gave BTS permission to include Born Singer on their Anthology album. If it lets me post the link I'll include it below. But when in doubt, search up the song you want, followed by "Live Eng Subs" because, if you don't know yet, you will shortly, they are better live than their mv's and studio versions. Crazy but true. But when you do the MV's, if you play from the beginning and include the 'Big Hit' logo, they allow it. Also, they have MVs only for their title tracks mostly so if you need to watch a lyric video, better if you don't watch those color-coded lyric videos. They are rushed out for views and typically unapologetically wrong. Check out a channel called Dial6137. Also, if you don't mind reading lyrics, you will get the best translations and information from doolset. They are a Wordpress site of excellent resource. For lyrics: doolsetbangtan.wordpress.com For live Eng Subs videos: Enjoy BTS More BTS Born Singer: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnaZaY2YoqmclaMsi=RBO392vipDhhp0jq This is the stage mix. An early performance juxtaposed with one a few years later... and then they even redid it again recently in 2022 of their Anthology where they sit and sing it. NO More Dream (their first mv here): kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHOqZn9titiIrqMsi=jQnOWlBggbGn37qU but you could follow that up in the same video with this newer "mature" version they did live. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWbRqn2afrloj9ksi=3F9crqLjlb7lX43N For Vocal Line auditory perfection, check out The Truth Untold (Live Eng Subs - stage mix so won't get taken down): kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2rckoNqrL-Sqqssi=VDLEPuQllvgU3xqt For Rapline intensity Outro:Tear (at Wembley): kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3XYkn19jspre7Msi=7ExCk0S_awiie7Tp You need to do Taylor's Guide before doing solos or much more. I'll leave you alone for now and come back with more later. Whatever you do, be honest and enjoy the journey. Even if you don't delve into BTS, I hope you include them occasionally in your journey. They are surprisingly worth it. Happy Holidays! Peace.

[@laymans.theory]

Wow thank you so much. I needed this. And thank you for the links i promise ill check out more for you guys. I have a feeling this rabbit hole is going to be epic. ❤❤❤ and you enjoy your holidays too thank you for watching and even commenting. With BTS much help is needed for me.

[@ruthfischer7615]

Genre-mix is the K-pop speciality - including rap since the very beginning - even if quiet a few rappers were only performers and did not write their stuff - one of the reasons why rappers actually going into Idol music got in trouble. "you are only a rapper because you can't sing". That said people like Zico and G-Dragon were very successfull with their rap and writting in/with their groups. The English songs were dropped at the hight of the pandemic to remind the global Army that life is fun and that we will come back to each other. I saw deaf kids being exited by Permission to Dance since the sign language of their gestures included them. The world suffered greatly no matter how much some countries are/were in denial of it. The other fact was also that BE (pandemic album) was not yet ready to drop - nor was it that much of a planed drop because after the tour of 2020 - that didn't happen - they were supposed to serve in the military - but the pandemic and a new law crafted to delay them did actually exactly that. The problem was that they do concept albums over years and their material for the group had run out for their coming of age story: school/hardship in society, youth under that hardship, growing up in literature under aspects of philosphy (Nietzsche) and psychology (Carl Jung), real "self love" and to "Love Yourself" you have to "Know Yourself" first (psychology). There was nothing to write for the group but they still had to represent SK to the world. So everything got a little jumbled and their solo experimentation got pushed back. These songs are good and respresent them as much as everything they do - even it may be more the vocalists that shine here. Apobangpo!

[@cboz6137]

@@ruthfischer7615 ​ @ruthfischer7615 I am glad you like those songs. Millions of people do. I believe Layman will too. I put my story here. Thank you for being passionate about the songs and your opinions. We disagree in that they represent them as a group. I'm okay with that. Hope you are too. Because we are both here for all of them. Apobangpo.

[@ruthfischer7615]

@@cboz6137 I think everything they drop represents them - some members more than others. especially the early stuff did little to represent the vocalline. That is okay. It became more balanced later, too. You don't like them and I do not think you have to. Personaly taste exists and is not wrong. But the English Pop songs are a facet of them, too, and they helped many people which is what they were supposed to do. 💜💜

[@imawonderful6118]

Wait, she said that she'll make part 2?

[@ArmantoAlex13]

Jimin is also mainstream and has broken countless records in 2024 and still counting, with his title track, WHO off of his 2nd new album, MUSE.

[@7lajibolala7]

They have the most profound lyrics I’ve ever seen. You can’t go wrong. Pick literally any song and it’s going to be amazing.

[@elicri12]

Bangtan 7 guide is awesome. You will love it. That presents another side of coin.

[@laymans.theory]

Hahah ill react to that next ❤

[@marinal.]

@@laymans.theory for something more current pls check out A LONG AND HELPFUL GUIDE TO BTS (2024) by Purple Snow. Taylor's guide is old. U might think oh it's just 2 yrs old nothing huge could happen but no. BTS release the most amount of content than any other group. They do this to find fans and keep their fans. so pls check Purple Snow's guide soon. ty

[@ZinhleMuzamba]

For some reason bts never fails to surprise me every genre they do is just perfection and l hope more people realize their talent

[@bnsbns-d2j]

All the members are so talented but for me my favorite is Jimin his voice literally kills me and also his smooth and amazing dancing 😎 ❤

[@Whyyougottabethisway]

I know it's overwhelming because they have such a HUGE discography. I think watching the guides mentioned are a good way to go, but if you're ready for some music before you do that.... Here are a few group MVs to check out. Some of their iconic songs from over the years: - Fake Love - Mic Drop - Black Swan - Not Today For individual member songs, I will give you a lil starter pack of two per member: - *jhope* : Arson and Boy Meets Evil - *Jin* : The Astronaut and Super Tuna (the recent one -- it is absolutely ridiculous) - *SUGA/Agust D* : Daechwita and Amygdala - *Jimin* : Who and Serendipity - *RM* : Persona and Come Back to Me - *V* : Fri(end)s and Singularity - *Jungkook* : Standing Next to You and Hate You Most of these are in Korean, so subtitles are a must.

[@elicri12]

Yeah! Start from here! And everything will come natural.

[@lilyjoeliani6558]

I'd add MV ON: Kinetic Manifesto Come Prima for group song, and also Butter performance on Grammy. Those two are amazing.

[@unikorn_paws]

Love all of Boracity's videos. In addition to their tiny desk performance their Festa 2021 BTS Room Live is a really good sampler plate for their discography. I'm sure you'll find something to love about them. They really are just such great people. Thank you for giving them a try

[@laymans.theory]

They honestly seem like lovely people and i say that genuinely. ❤ gonna react to more i promise!

[@patriciamurashige6879]

I got into BTS (actually heard about them before)but resisted until dynamite. Then I could tell them apart ( and I’m Asian) so I watched the tiny desk cuz it happened during Covid times! That really helped me kinda distinguish each of them 😂! Then I slowly got interested into them!!

[@marinal.]

@@laymans.theory nods. ty

[@ajbee1065]

@@laymans.theory Their relationship with each other and with Army is what drew me to them before I even heard much of their music. I don't think you can think of another musician who loves their fans as much as BTS loves Army.

[@raquelsimplesassim]

​@@laymans.theory💜

[@EVECrowley]

BTS are, no doubt , individually and collectively extraordinary artists and performers. But the best about them is their hearts, their kindness, their sincerity and the way they love ARMY. The love we give them, they return tenfold. If you continue to learn about them, you’ll discover that the relationship between BTS and ARMY is a unique and special one, a relationship that is rarely seen between artist and fan. I look forward to seeing more of your discovery of Bangtan Sonyeondan💜

[@tomshoney1114]

So you like Jin, Jimin, V and Jungkook. They are the vocal line. That's cool too. I, myself, never listened to rap before BTS, and now my bias is one of the rappers. The more you listen to BTS, the more you get yourself exposed to different music genre. Enjoy your descent into the rabbit hole. I'm excited for you 💜

[@Hermione87]

Saaame here🥰💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@silverfish-m4b]

Thank you for being so interested in BTS. The guys are so talented. I started off having a favourite but now I have just given in and happily admit to being hooked on all 7 of them. Their music is so diverse that, however I am feeling, there is always a song to fit my mood. I also recommend Taylors Guide to BTS Bangtan 7. I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to watching you slide into the BTS rabbit hole. Oh, and you don't have to enjoy everything that they have done, just be honest in your reactions and Army will understand.

[@laymans.theory]

Yeah im starting to feel like everyone on of them will end up being my favorite 💀. Im going to react to that guide video next!

[@marinal.]

@@laymans.theory for something more current pls check out A LONG AND HELPFUL GUIDE TO BTS (2024) by Purple Snow. Taylor's guide is old. U might think oh it's just 2 yrs old nothing huge could happen but no. BTS release the most amount of content than any other group. They do this to find fans and keep their fans. so pls check Purple Snow's guide soon. ty

[@TinyWolfxx]

Don’t get too enamored with just a handful of members of BTS and forget that they are SEVEN amazing artists. You’ll be missing 4 people if you only get obsessed in 3

[@vcwloves9864]

Jin is my fave! I'm OT7 though, but Jin's personality and emotive songs get me in my feels!

[@minw5872]

A Guide to BTS members: The Bangtan Seven…100%🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@sugasmeow]

All guides are great. Taylor Mari (guide to the Bangtan 7)and rice squad (the most beautiful moment in life goes on) are my favorites. Im 53 btw and have been an army since 2018. I saw them live 4x. They are the best performers I’ve ever seen.

[@huntressmma1822]

I personally think band fits them. I know a lot of "skeptics" and "haters" will say they are not a band simply because they do not play instrument's (all the members play instrument's to varying degrees, RM is in the Army band right now as a saxophonist and the human voice is by all definition's an instrument!) but their performances and music at times focus more on choreography. RM said once that they use dance rather than instruments to convey emotion. The way I learned to memorize their names was with a cheat sheet. I found a group picture and wrote everyone's name above each member. 7 may seem like a lot at 1st, but the more you come to know them the less surprising it becomes and the more it makes sense. Something else I've experienced with ONLY BTS, I've never gotten bored, annoyed, fed up, ect. with their music. I can literally put on any of their music and just let it play, without skipping any songs. Even if I've heard the song a million times it always seems new and fresh to me yet somehow still very known, comforting and familiar. Don't know if that makes sense but like I said, never experienced that before with any music I've listened to and I tend to be pretty picky with my music.💜

[@ParKbgtn7]

Yes about the music feeling fresh yet familiar- so true

[@Hermione87]

Agreeee💯 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@mawbast1]

A Guide to the Bangtan 7 is a must, Army has watched SO many times and we’re here for it every time

[@Andie4]

As a beginner, I suggest these 3 MV's that will show you their diversity. Mic Drop (Steve Aoki remix), ON (Kinetic Manifesto Film), and Black Swan. Always remember to put the subtitles on as their songs are in Korean with a few English words here and there. Their lyrics are important with BTS because they tell a story or send a message. It can sometimes be challenging to read subtitles and watch their MV's at the same time so some reactors will first watch the MV without the subtitles and then watch it a second time with subtitles. Their MV's are cinematic and sometimes fast paced. It's just a thought. Maybe you can absorb and process at the same time. If you're into choreography, there's a dance practice for each MV which allows you to see how they would perform the song live. A lot of the choreography gets cut out of MV's. I just subscribed as I hope you will continue your BTS journey. 💜 Sorry for the lengthy comment.

[@heidemayne6704]

I love reading lengthy comments from ARMYs who care about guiding new reactors, because it's fun to see everyone's different takes and priorities. There is so much good to say about these 7 artists and their discography, it is literally endless! I can only imagine what it must be like to be a new reactor, impressed by first views, and then inundated by enthused ARMYs and their supportive comments! I love it!💜 "you nice, keep going" - Jimin

[@aliceb.9010]

Welcome to the BTS rabbit hole. Thank you for giving them a chance. Loving your reaction.

[@bereasonable8018]

I found BTS 7 months ago and I too was overwhelmed by the amount of content. Others have given you great recommendations. My best advice is just go in with an open mind and definitely read the lyrics. They are not a superficial boy band. Their song lyrics have beautiful healing messages which you will learn about and come to understand why they have their devoted enormous fandom. Enjoy the ride.

[@elianamariano308]

I have being a fan of BTS since 2018. Believe me. I always get surprised by them. Start watching the MAMA 2018 and 2019. An award show where they performed. They always sing live. And them their work as a group and solo ones. There are Also their practice dance MV. Welcome to the rabbit hole. 💜💜💜🇧🇷

[@rjs722]

Welcome to the rabbit hole. They are amazing and it can be overwhelming to start. Just take your time. They are worth the deep dive.

[@rosiesaunders95]

The long and helpful guide (2hours plus) was what I watched and yes it’s long but so good and most current I think. It seems like army loves to watch them also and don’t mind the pauses. Pausing (for me) means that you’re invested and want to make sure you catch everything which I think is why army likes the pauses. I found BTS in march through jungkook whilst going through radiotherapy. Jungkook was who I found first with his remix with usher and then that led me to BTS (he’s my bias for this reason but love all 7).They say BTS find you when you need them the most and in my experience that couldn’t be more true x

[@Hermione87]

Totally agreee💯 (The pause, to me it means respect And BTS found me too, when I lost my newborn baby girl back in 2018...) Wish you great health and fast recovery and God bless you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@rosiesaunders95]

@ thank you so much. I’m so sorry to hear this and just know you’re strong and the days that seem rough, like me, BTS gets me through those days or temporarily take you to a different place 💜

[@rebeccabuxton1324]

So pleased to have been recommended your videos. I am a 52 year old ARMY from UK since Sept 2020. I was highly skeptical of their music at first but the more you dive into the rabbit hole the more you appreciate them as artists and as human beings. Their friendship is true, and believe me, the media dig for dirt constantly. For introduction guides Taylor Mari's Guide to the Bangtan 7 is really good but I also like Rice Squad's The Most Beautiful Moment in Life. Don't worry about rushing to learn their names, you will apart recognising them from their shadows or a cough or a glimpse of their pinky finger soon enough 😂 The best way forward depends on your character. You can go chronologically, start at the debut. Or ARMY can suggest a variety of songs to showcase their diversity, or tell us the music you like and we can suggest songs that suit your preference first. A few things to mention. There first few videos on the Hybe Labels channel do not have English subs. The official Eng subs versions are on the channel 1theK. Lyrics are really important to BTS. I know people say you can feel a song, the music speaks to you but BTS hide difficult subjects amongst happy cheerful sounding songs and vice versa. One of the most sensual sounding songs, Singularity by V, is actually really deep and sad. Never use auto-generated subs, they never work. Always search a song with Eng subs in the search. There are many channels like Enjoy BTS More who add accurate lyrics to their videos, or colour coded lyric videos are useful. Don't be daunted by the quantity of material, just enjoy the ride and get ready for some philosophy lessons. Most of all enjoy it at your own pace. We tend to get really excited with new reactors and you will be bombarded with suggestions. You do not have to react to everything at once! To start at the beginning their first MV was No More Dream. To get a feel for their diversity I recommend BTS Festa Room Live 2021. They are even more amazing live than in studio! Welcome to BTS and ARMY 💜

[@Lenaas.rkivee]

You seem like such a chill person, and i personally love it sm! Thank you for reacting to the boys 💜 keep going :)

[@rauhinawinitana540]

They're very diverse. They worked hard before entering their military service with their solo work. V is very old skool, but all members reach many people. Enjoy getting to know them.

[@tee_m5220]

There is one with a narrator and one of the OG introductions that goes way back. It's called The Most Beautiful Life Goes On by Rice Squad. It has more details, a bit of history of kpop especially. Another one , also from one of the OG armys is by XCeleste. She includes explanations about kpop and how BTS made it in the industry.

[@JeonJungkook-wr4yr]

These guys where nominated 5 times for the grammys.

[@dl7596]

Scammys used BTS for views, but didn't give them the awards they deserved, even giving the duo/group award to one time collabs instead of to a true group.

[@BTSISMYHAPPYPLACE4VER]

I appreciate you doing this for me. It just opens your eyes a bit more. Bora is the best for stateing facts and she always brings receipts. She has some of the best videos ever.

[@NanciBK]

You have no idea how much. It's SOOOOO Much. BTS are the biggest musical artists in the world, hands down. They now have well over 1500 awards, making them the most awarded artists in global history, though the western music industry won't acknowledge that. They regularly top charts in over 100 countries, their music transcending language and culture with its deep, relatable and universal messaging on important issues. They have 20 albums as a group and 15 albums as soloists....so far! Plus they have many more collabs, singles, covers, remixes and OSTs, for a discography that is many hundreds of songs deep. But they also have a TON of video content, from concert films and tour documentaries, to album making documentaries, travel shows, a street dance documentary series by j-hope, variety shows, an interview show hosted by Suga, behind the scenes and candid footage, many thousands of hours of livestreaming and vlogging, many, many interviews and other appearances. V even acted in a KDrama series called Hwarang. These guys NEVER STOP WORKING. Honestly, the hardest working artists in the business. Plus they are all genuinely sweet, humble, honest, kind people who are utterly dedicated to their BTS brothers and to ARMY, the fandom. I have their whole discography, including solos, collabs and other music, listed in a document and I can post it here if you want. It has all the album released in chronological order, which is one way to explore their work. Some people like to just work through the MV releases, but that misses the MASSIVE component of their live performance genius. BTS are among those very rare artists who are even better live than in their recordings. Live performances also feature more choreography, often different mixes on the songs and sometimes amazing dance breaks as well. One way to get around that is to do paired reactions in one video of an MV release and a live performance or dance practice of the same release, or all three: MV, live & dance practice. Just looking at MVs also skips a lot of their best work. Their B-Sides are amazing as well. Some people like to start with their most recent work and go backwards. Some like to start at the beginning, in 2013, or even before that with their pre-debut releases, and move forwards. Some like to do whole album listen throughs before jumping into visuals and performances, particularly if lyrical analysis is important to them. Some just jump around randomly, though I think that gets confusing. Every album they do, as a group or solo, is a concept album, and many are linked on themes and in sets called eras. With their deep lyricism and self-referential callbacks in lyrics and visuals, I think you get more out of their work if you watch it from the beginning to the present. Every era is based on their own life stages and personal growth and every album is filled with their own deeply personal stories, often disguised with universally relatable messaging at a surface level. I recommend you watch the Guide to the Bangtan 7 by Taylor Mari. It's getting a little out of date now, but it is exceptionally well done and really helps you get to know the guys better individually and it includes snippets of songs with the titles in the top left corner and you should get some things from that which you want to react to and could be a place to start, unless you want to go chronologically. By the way, in that guide you will hear the guys refer to their ages incorrectly. They are using Korean Age, which was an age counting system in S Korea where you were considered 1 year old at birth and another year older at the new year. So even if you were born at the end of December, like V, you would be 2 years old at the new year. S Korea recently discontinued this age counting system in favor of normal age counting to bring them in line with the rest of the world, but the clips in the Taylor guide the guys are referring to themselves by Korean Age. So, for instance, Jungkook says he joined the group and moved into their dorm apartment as a 15 year old, but he was actually 13 and still in middle school. Do let me know if you want that chronological discography breakdown.

[@ruthfischer7615]

*ageing up happened with the Lunar New Year which is more important in Korea than the one of the calender.

[@Varalerici]

I enjoyed your reaction and I loved to see you very immersed into their story, although this is just the top of the iceberg. Welcome to the beautiful world of BTS! It's a long but amazing journey, don't feel to pressured and overwhelmed by all the comments from Army (and don't bother solos, they're annoying) and just enjoy BTS music and content 💜

[@lavenderbluemama953]

Welcome, welcome! Subscribed to follow your journey. There's a lot. Don't worry. It's gonna be fun! 💜

[@cokolwiekjestdostepne9607]

As much as we ARMY love to say we and BTS are not kpop, we do keep a lot of those kpop preconceived notions, for example the whole concepts of a bias (favorite member) that some take too far and support the given member more than the others. Everyone keeps asking new fans immediately (even before they can remember all the names) who their bias is but (shockingly) you don't need to have a bias... You can love one member's voice but prefer the discography of the other one. You can relate and connect to one member on the personal level but like watching the other one because he makes you laugh. You can find one member physically attractive but find yourself to be pulled by another member more while looking at them performing. Seriously, stop limiting yourself by setting on a bias everyone. One of the reasons why BTS became so big is that they are very different from each other but each one complements the team so well. You can really love and enjoy all those amazing, multitalented, humble men on the same level, just for different reasons. Why settle on just a one dish when you have a smorgasbord in front of you?

[@stougaard321]

It's a huge rabbit hole, and I fell in to it a bit more than a year ago. I was introduced by hearing Jungkooks 'Standing next to you' on the radio in November 2023, and was immediately hooked! I fell hard and signed on to Weverse with a full membership and saw Jungkook live in his already legendary and only live appearance in 2024 with over 20 million live viewer's. Anyway, now an ARMY and loving them as BTS and for their solo endeavours. Borahae 🎵💜

[@claudiagutierrez6531]

Welcome to an important part of music, incredible choreography, brilliant lyrics, but above all 7 very special personalities and out of everything you have ever known 💜

[@BTSISMYHAPPYPLACE4VER]

Im glad you liked it. It was an eye opener wasn't it?! The solo albums are awesome. When you look up any of the members names just look at the last MV's and start there. They have several per last album releases. Start with RM, Suga (Agust D) , Jhope, Jin, Jimin, V, Jungkook.

[@laymans.theory]

@@BTSISMYHAPPYPLACE4VER i needed this. Jumping into a huge phenomenon like BTS can be hard to know where to start!

[@debsissons6841]

Thank you for reacting to this video & learning about the members! They are some of the most talented, giving & humble group of people you will ever have the pleasure of knowing! I also agree that Taylor Mari’s guide to the Bangtan 7. I am 57 year old ARMY from the Midwest US & I became ARMY because of Jin’s song Epiphany which is one of the songs in the Love Yourself album series. JHope did do a collab with JCole in 2023 called On the Street which was his goodbye song to ARMY before entering the military. He was discharged in Oct 2024 & Jin was discharged in June. The other 5 members will be discharged in June 2025. Looking forward to watching your journey with BTS 💜

[@kellyjmp]

maybe start with Jimin's Introduction Video😊 or BTS dance practices like for Danger, Idol, Fire, ON, Mic Drop, etc😊😊😊

[@lacon4]

Thanks for the reaction. BTS are awesome! You should watch "A Guide to BTS Members: The Bangtan 7" by Taylor Mari next. You've got a new subscriber 😉💜

[@ArmantoAlex13]

I live BTS and their music more than I‘ve ever liked any other group. But Jimin is everything for me - artistic, versatile in dance - an incredibly gifted dancer (he can dance anything) - once in a generation vocals and he’s as beautiful on the inside as he is on the outside.!

[@cheloniatestudines9268]

"Now I'm beginning to understand..." It's so much fun when the purple light comes on. ARMY will be here with you for the journey. 💜💜

[@sandys1890]

love the BTS reactions "you nice, keep going"💜

[@jedidar]

3:30 I laughed when you said inactive since joining they left us with so much content, it's been non stop. Counting the days for their return together. JIN hasn't stopped since his return and Jhope has been preparing something big probably part 2 of Hope on the Street

[@odessa-yc9mm]

For V - try his Tiny Desk (you won't regret!!), or "Stigma"... J-Hope's collab with J Cole "Hope on the Street"... a live award show - MAMA 2019!!! Yes, there is a lot... best to jump right in!! The rabbit hole is deep - but ARMY will be there with you every step of the way... Glad you found BTS!! 💜

[@meg_dances6235]

Ive been a fan since 2013! I recommend starting by reacting to their albums in order!! Btw dont forget their 1st album has 2 hidden tracks called skit on the start line & Road/path

[@LaurelGlendening]

Welcome to our Bangtan Family! BTS is such an amazing group! I'm never bored or tired of hearing and watching them!! Great artists and such great funny And nice humans!

[@faliciaforward]

Thank you for reacting to BTS, this guide is a great first dip into who BTS are as a group and individuals. It seems like you tend to prefer the singers overall? If so, I'll recommend The Truth Untold, Blue and Grey, and Zero O'Clock for some vocal line heavy songs from BTS. BTS Festa Room Live 2021 is a great medley of some of their b-sides and features the whole group in live performance (there is no audience but all the vocals are live).

[@pengwinu]

I like the way you speak lol, not in a weird way but it's like very easy to listen to type 😭

[@piedpluto]

thank u for your reaction!! i see people in the comments already gave u many good recommendations 💜 and yeah bts are not your average boyband, this is why they have such a large fandom, but many people with prejudice won’t give them a chance so thank u once again!!

[@JN-jx7th]

Dynamite was my introduction as well! 😊💜 It will always have a special place in my heart. Don't let their catalog of songs overwhelm you. It is a lot, but take your time and enjoy the ride! This is a great group and I think you will enjoy learning about them. One thing to mention, even though RM, V, Jimin, and JK (Jungkook) enlisted just over a year ago, and each of them released a solo album before enlisting, you will find each of them also released songs or albums after that point as well. They recorded everything that has been released before they enlisted, then left it up to their management company to release their work and promote it for them because, being on active duty, they cannot do any promotions. For instance, about six (?) months ago, Jimin released an album and appeared on The Tonight Show and performed one of his songs. That appearance and performance was pre-recorded before he enlisted, then held until the album was released. From my understanding, BTS is the first group to do this to the extent that they have. J-Hope did similar before he finished his enlistment. So some mvs may not have the BTS member in it if they didn't get a chance to record it before enlistment. We believe that's why RM is an anime character in Neva Play, a song by Megan Thee Stallion. So don't let timing of releases confuse you. Welcome to the rabbit hole! 😊💜🫰

[@diddiefree]

For solos, you should start with Jungkook "Standing Next to You" (there's also an amazing collab video with Usher), Jimin's "Who" which has been in the Hot 100 for months now, Jin's "The Astronaut" written with Coldplay, and V's "Love Me Again" a warm R&B track filmed in a Spanish cave!

[@kaliska.]

Hello and welcome to the purple rabbit hole! This video is great in introducing the diversity of their discography but I also recommend watching A Guide to BTS Members by Taylor, it shows you more of their personalities. Now it might seem odd that we're recommending documentaries instead of music but you will understand and appreciate their music and performances SO much more once you have a bit of context.

[@verojikook7]

BTS son Arte los Reyes de la industria 👑🛐💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@raquelsimplesassim]

💜🎁Thank you very much! I love BTS 💜🎁

[@Mbella354]

The best Bts video is The Most Beautiful Life Goes On: by The Rice Squad. It's packed full of information on each member, their discography and most important their story. The content doesn't, Imo, leave anything out. I also believe it is the most current starting from pre debut to 2022. With the exception of Bora City Magazines quick Bts review. Good luck with your Bts journey...💜

[@imawonderful6118]

Can't wait for more BTS reaction !

[@allyquintero7981]

Thank you very much for this reaction, I really liked it. I subscribed and I hope you keep reacting to our boys💜 Here's my recommendation. BTS tiny desk performance. Here you can appreciate their amazing live vocals and start to differentiate them.

[@laymans.theory]

@@allyquintero7981 great idea will do just that! Lol thank you

[@shantoc681]

Thank you for your reaction I loved it

[@holleynewell1097]

I'm glad you watched this and I'm super glad you came up on my algorithm! There is so much context associated with BTS, including official music videos, live versions a ton of their songs, dance practices for most songs so that you can see the uninterrupted choreo designed for each song, multiple seasons of game shows that were curated for them, informational videos created by fans. Between group and solo projects, there are over 500 songs. I really recommend watching one of their solo MVs for each member to match faces with sounds. As for group songs, just my personal advice is to keep away from the slower songs until later because they tend to be hugely meaningful to Army. Apart from that, be upfront about what interests you and Army will be happy to guide you. We can be a lot, so just relax. One but of feedback... We're here to watch your journey. No need to apologize for anything technical or for how you do things. We're here for it.

[@sandys1890]

Pause as much as you want...absorbing the information is what we want💜The names and everything will just all come to you...suddenly one day it won't be difficult anymore

[@delfinaosorio3874]

Maybe you can do a video reacting to: Black Swan, IDOL, MIC Drop, Airplane pt.2 and Boy With Love. I think this songs are very different between them, so is a good Start 💜

[@fan4ever411]

There's a guide called "The Most Beautiful Life Goes On (2023 updated)" It's all narrated by Rice Squad, it gives you a lot of great detail how BTS got started and how they grew.

[@alejandraotiliaoriapradena1009]

Te vas a sorprender mucho, Bts son muy talentosos y grandes seres humanos,se quieren mucho y son demasiado entretenidos y auténticos,somos millones de fans,bienvenido a nuestra familia 💜

[@rozitaahmad8574]

I became an army after watching JK performing in Fifa World Cup in Qatar. Since then I was trapped in the rabbit hole till now, couldn't find my way out. I'm an OT7 but my favourite are all the 4 vocalists especially JK. I love all the 3 rappers also, before that I never like rap songs until I met all this 3 rappers. Their live performances are awesome 💜💜💜

[@anaco764]

There’s many ways to start. One way is to sample the mv from each member then go on to some of their biggest hits. After that you can go back to their earlier mvs which would give you a sense of where they started.

[@checuesta8949]

They’re not exactly inactive. They have released their individual solo albums before, during and after their military service with Jin (the first to complete his service) just having released his solo album last month.

[@DiFRM]

Gostei da sua reação... prestou atenção no que tava vendo. Sempre que postar videos sobre o BTS virei assistir 😊

[@laymans.theory]

@@DiFRM thank you so much! There will definitely be more BTS content!

[@BTSISMYHAPPYPLACE4VER]

As far as Yoongi. In his solo work. Kind of Eminems persona of Slim Shady kinda thing. Suga is his stage name and also what he uses when he produces for other Artists. 😊

[@ME-vc4qi]

I will subscribe to your site because I liked your reaction to BTS and I love to discover the reactions of people who discover BTS, the biggest group in the world, for me and the fans of BTS called ARMY. You have a lot to learn about them. They are extraordinary and talented beings. You have so much to discover, you are only at the beginning of this adventure. Welcome to the world of BTS and ARMY. I will continue to watch all your reactions on BTS. THANK YOU AND WELCOME TO THE WORDL OF BTS. You will not be disappointed!

[@angie7777-7]

I vote for Taylor’s guide her presentation of them is so good! I’m glad that you have a genuine interest in them and not giving us over the top reactions strictly for views.!

[@moonadict7]

I don’t really have anything to say and i will probably not commente again expecially if your next reactions are as good as that one because I am usually not the type to comment, I just want to say that l really enjoy how genuin you are and will be waiting for your next bts reactions thank you for being open minded and like jimin once sayed your nice keep going ^^ Borahae 💜

[@moonadict7]

Also sorry for my english

[@Cookie_moonlove]

2:00 it says "TURN *ON* CC". So you should have subtitles/closed captions *ON* when watching boracity videos. ON not off. So you can read along and don't miss things.

[@brayonne1755]

These probably won't be the number 1 recommendations but SO good. It's a perfect idea to start with solos, it'll help you recognize them within the group later. V: Stigma live, has to be the live Jimin: Set Me Free pt2 Jin: Running Wild or Astronaut JK: Standing Next to You J-Hope: Neuron, not the MV but the visualizer Suga: Daechwita (it's just necessary and it's the first of a trilogy anyway) RM: Groin or Nuts Happy hunting 💜🇨🇦 Ps of the intro videos my favorite remains the one by Suga n Spice, it gives the best sense of the vibe between the guys.

[@ashleydobrev5497]

Thanks for cheking them out 💜

[@merrylimanto3050]

Thank you for doing reaction for BTS. I love all member but i love more for Jimin❤❤❤❤. Btw love your reaction💜💜💜

[@stougaard321]

Extremely versatile guys

[@judyburgess3357]

Most will recommend the guide by Taylor Mari, although this guide has lifted some material from that guide. All 7 are really cool, very talented, and perfectly humble, decent human beings.

[@claudiamercado9684]

Bienvenido al maravilloso mundo de BTS !!! De dónde no querrás salir jamás !!! 👏👏👏💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷

[@mariev347]

I love bora videos so much, thanks for the reaction🙏

[@ParKbgtn7]

0:55 oh that was smooth

[@BoraBlooded]

oooh, I'm here for your journey. Welcome to the rabbit hole

[@debbiestanford6917]

I would love it for you to watch spring day and then the explanation to spring day by x celeste. It will show you some ways BTS use their music for good.

[@brionyfakatou1620]

I suggest watching a live performance with English subtitles (include English subtitles in your search) of their song Magic Shop, and then a live performance with English subtitles of the 4 BTS vocalists singing The Truth Untold, and the. A live performance with English Subtitles of the 3 BTS rappers performing Outro: Tear. You won’t be able to help falling in love with both their message and the passion they perform with. Have fun on your BTS journey.

[@kaktusdaniciaociao9470]

oh yeah I'm so excited to see YOUR journey :-) ! this will be so fun! oh I know is much but take your time ... we are with you! Dani ARMY from Germany ARMY is the name of BTS fandom byeeee

[@nanamishita9048]

Gracias por tu sinceridad

[@Anjalikumarirollno25]

thanku for the reaction it was great and loved how you didn't have any prejudice towards them. Once Yoongi (Suga) said that" You will like BTS's music if you will listen without prejudice." And for even more better and deeper understanding i will suggest you an another guide by Taylor Mari and xCeleste. xCeleste has also made a video about their fans known as army.

[@rociosoldadozuniga9353]

BTS IS AMAZING! 💜🇵🇪

[@CowsRdumb]

I say the best way to start is with one more guide the Taylor guide then group content then dive into solos. But honestly it's the way you want to do it. I'll be watching either way lol 💜

[@siriuslylucky130]

At the end, BTS sings “Our best moment is YET TO COME”! This was one of the last songs they sung together before JIN, the eldest, & JHope 3rd oldest, enlisted. These two were released a few months ago. The remaining 5 will complete their duties in June & July and they will come back together and perform as the group. So ARMY is waiting with bated breath for their return and they WILL fulfill their statement “OUR BEST IS YET TO COME”! There is no easy place to start other than what I suggested in my first comment. Just keep reading, listening, watching. It’s a FANTASTIC JOURNEY FULL OF ELECTRIFYING GROUP & SOLO PERFORMANCES! BTS: BEST in WORLD OBVIOUSLY. 7 MJ’s 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 👑👑👑👑👑👑👑 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@mnmtcolin8358]

Xceleste has videos on the fandom ARMY and the hardships of BTS. BTS are not only 7 amazing artists, they are so funny. Some songs have so much depth that an explanation is needed: bookish theory and dktv are great for that.

[@inuyashalovergyal]

You could do one song from all their solo albums: RM - Come Back to Me or Lost Suga - Daechwita, Haegeum and Amygdala in that order since it's a trilogy J-Hope - More or Arson Jin - Running Wild or The Astronaut Jungkook - Standing Next To You or 3D V - Fri(end)s or Love Me Again Jimin - Who or Like Crazy

[@VAngel876]

If you want to start with their solo work. Their newest albums would probably be the best place. RM just put out an album last year called Indigo the song to listen to first would be "Wild Flower". Jin's new album is called Happy "Running Wild" is his new mv. J-Hope put out an album before he went into the military called Jack In the Box his title mv was "More". Suga put out D2 to go with his concerts in 2023 he had several songs he released but Amygdala was my favorite mv. Jimin's latest album was MUSE and he did a video performance of 'Rebirth' and 'Slow Dance' it was beautiful, his mv for that album was "WHO". V put out an album called Layover which had 5 mvs for the 5 songs in the album, my favorite was 'For Us" but any of the 5 are great. Jungkook had 3 mvs for his album Golden, my favorite mv was Standing Next to You.

[@gemmahernandezdelatorre9223]

Already subscribed hoping you continúe your BTS Journey Borahae from spain 💜💜🇪🇸🇪🇸

[@enthuzias3913]

Thankyou for watching, please check out the guide to bts by Taylor Mari!

[@ajbee1065]

I agree with the others about watching Taylor Mari's A Guide to BTS. Don't worry about the length because it is very informative about the first chapter of BTS, although be prepared to read as there is not a voiceover. But much has happened since their pause on group activities because there was no pause on solo content. At asian award shows, they will be most often called Bangtan Sonyeondan but some presenters do call them BTS. Even the members will use both interchangeably. I would encourage you to listen to some of their debut music, No More Dreams and We are Bulletproof pt 1. In doing so, I think that there can be even more appreciation about where they have come from.

[@maxinearmstead7563]

You should watch A Guide to BTS Members: The Bangtan 7 by Taylor Mari.

[@namaaGA7826]

When you listen to each one's songs, it will be difficult to choose between them 😂😂