Racism is so deeply embedded in American culture. To actually name artists who stole from Black musicians but state the Black artists are not “articulate” enough is crazy!
The founder of Rolling Stone has a new book about some of the best musicians of all time titled “Masters”
When asked by the NYT why he only focused on white male artists he says Black and female artists just don’t “articulate” at the level of white men.
Hybe/Hybe America is doing some nasty work right now. The reason they can get away with it, a broken fandom. The “biggest” fandom in the world is letting one of the members be manhandled and hasn’t spoken up at all for him. Maybe it’s not broken and always been this way. That’s…
I’m trying to figure out what everyone is talking about? English? That you only heard from TV? 😭😭😭.
Because who sounds like that! Not us!
Not in the U.S? Philly accents, Boston accents, Southern accents. You probably never been so you don’t know. So I’ll take that as your…
If people can’t understand why Taehyung’s fans are upset nothing I can do for you because you’re denying facts!
Pre-order doesn’t mean that a consumer cannot purchase the day the album drops. Pre-orders should be used as a forecasting system to let you know the demand of an…
Kim Taehyung was one of the 1st guest on NPR’s new Tiny Desk Korea performing Slow Dancing from his debut album Layover. NPR launched it’s first international TV-format version in Korea on Aug 25th.
“In an age of overproduction and digital manipulation, Tiny Desk offers us…
Wow! What a year for Kim Taehyung-
Most Handsome Man in the World 2023- Techno Sports Mag
Most Popular K-pop Idol 2023- Nubia Magazine
Most watched show in 1st half of 2023- Jinny’s Kitchen
Most sold magazines - Elle Korea
Most sold album by soloist- Layover
Plus so much…
The mark of a good singer is to make the song resonate with the listener. To be able to take a songwriter’s words and make them come to life. To take their own words and make you feel like you’re going through that experience.
“With “Layover,” BTS’ V has not only made history…
Kim Taehyung is an ARTIST. He feels art in his soul. From playing instruments ( sax, trumpet, violin, guitar, piano), his love for fashion, paintings, cinema, books. He’s constantly trying to improve his contribution to the arts, his voice.
“He really wanted to practice hitting…
They say favor ain’t fair.
Why was Taehyung on that show winning like that. I was in tears. Everyone was trying so hard and with ease he was just spinning the wheel, picking out his own name. At one point I was feeling bad for everyone around him going broke.
But, what I…
Like I said I don’t think you understand how BIG this is!
No alternative cover!
No physical cds
No U.S. promotion
Everyone in the industry dropped or made a comeback! Songs that dropped before are still going strong on the charts.
Taehyung really did that!…
I’m still not over Taehyung and his haircut.
People literally were saying anything for years. Only for him to get a buzz cut and be the talk of the town.
Like, his hair has sparked a new trend discussion and people are having the perfect head shape discourse.
Over 600,000+…
Kim Taehyung/V is the First & Only Kpop Soloist with ALL tracks of a full album charting on Billboard Global 200 Excl. US for a second consecutive week.
Let’s continue to make history. Keep streaming. Keep buying. Let’s bring home that MAMA for the no skip album, Layover.…
I can’t explain to you how proud I am of Taehyung.
He has a mandatory duty to join the military. However, even in this time he had a plan.
To become part of SDT you have to be mentally and physically tough, endure difficult training and be able to face challenges head-on.…
“In the pulsating world of K-pop, Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V from BTS, emerges from the shadows with his debut solo album, Layover.”
“…V takes a refreshing detour from the genre of Korean pop, embracing the lush realms of K-R&B and jazz.”
“The result is a brief yet…
This fandom is shameless. The nerve to trend for one member being disrespected and continue to give excuses when Taehyung is disrespected.
They came to his fan meet. His first ever by himself. Took pictures and cut off his head. Then actually was brave enough to get on Twitter…
At this point the veil has been lifted. The myth of love all 7 has been debunked.
The straight shadiness I have seen towards Taehyung you would think they are talking about someone in a different group.
But, the call is coming from inside the house.
Love Me Again and Rainy…
“The last member of the K-Pop group to drop a solo album is also the first to demonstrate a distinctly different musical identity.”- Money Control Mag
V has the chance to win at MAMA for best album of the year. Keep streaming. Keep buying. Layover is something special.…
Billboard agreed!
Layover
#2
Kpop album of 2023
UKs Time Out agreed!
Layover the only Kpop album on their 2023 best album list!
Rolling Stone agreed! Highest Kpop song
AOTY 80% rating agreed!
All the critics agreed!
Iheart award agreed!
Layover was that album!…
Back in 2018, before Taehyung enlisted, Gangwon FC signed a deal with the 2nd corps allowing military personnel to come visit the games.
A few weeks ago it was discussed whether Taehyung would attend due to him being in the 2nd corps! The decision was the military cannot force…
I normally don’t address shipping because people going to believe what they want to believe. I try to judge and interact with people based on the support they show.
Lately the hate Taehyung has been receiving has been crazy.
400 Jikookers starting a Space. Everyday a TikTok…
This fandom continues to be disappointing. They trend BTS is 7 and BTS only has Army when in fact Taehyung only has his loyal fans.
When the surprise drop of LMA and RD came out, the previous song already had been out for 4 weeks.
Army decided that a 4 week old song still was…
Taehyung has everyone waiting for his next move!
Each time Taehyung does something you have people trying to ruin the mood! I’m not even angry at this point. It’s sad and I feel bad for them and who they represent.
They tagged Umi and talked about the collab.
Wherever R U…
Since the 5 joined.
We had a member make a whole speech “Thanks to the mental strength training, I realised the necessity of the military and the need for basic military training in the Republic of Korea, a divided and armistice country.”
We had members writing letters on…
One thing I noticed while watching Steel Troops and interviews from Special Forces is the bond they have.
The team sizes are smaller than other military units. Twelve people, consisting of 1 company commander officer, 2 non-commissioned officers, and 9 soldiers. This ensures…
Let’s talk about
@GeffenRecords
and Taehyung’s relationship on social media. In April, fans called out Geffen because they started to notice that Geffen wasn’t tweeting about any of V’s editorials as they were with other members. In July, Geffen was called out again when V became…
Kim Taehyung did not come to play with people this Layover era. He said I AM A MUSICIAN. The voice, the performances, the instruments, the album. The final weapon of BTS has arrived.
#V_Layover
Jay-Z once said “I’m not a businessman, I’m a business man. Let me handle my business, damn”
Taehyung is running a business masterclass and I’m here for it!
South Korea is one of the only countries in the world that has a dedicated goal to become the world’s leading exporter…
WORLD STAR V
THIS IS IMPACT!
Do you know how big this is!
For the last 7 years BTS has been Seoul’s Honorary Ambassador. For this year Kim Taehyung was chosen to be the sole ambassador of Seoul. The first sole ambassador to have an extensive global campaign dedicated to…
“Where are the baritones of yesteryear, the Sinatras, the Elvises, the Bowies?”
“It is true that it is difficult to understand V’s charm deeply, with only the music of BTS given the limitations of group music.. For his solo songs, it makes it easy to realize that the charm of…
Wooga has to be one of the most talented friend groups!
Such a supportive friend group!
Seojoon guest appearing in Parasite
Wooshik guest appearing in Fight for My Way
Wooga guest appearing in Peakboy’s video
Taehyung, Wooshik, PSJ doing Jinny’s Kitchen together
They…
I’ve had so many tweets written for the past couple of days and kept erasing. Things are completely out of hand and unfortunately Taehyung is the one that keeps getting attacked.
He’s literally sitting around a campfire somewhere eating potatoes but has been dragged in every…
Let’s make this abundantly clear!
If it wasn’t for Taehyung’s FB and his fans Layover would not have achieved any of the success it has.
The fact that Army thinks they can gaslight someone is funny. We were all there/here. We can see your playlists. We can see your streaming…
Under 30 people were selected to SDT that APPLIED.
Even though it’s mandatory duty Taehyung made choices on his own. He got on the last live and ask everyone to understand his choices.
Respect Taehyung and his choices.
"But for me, it’s very important to act with honor." -…
Taehyung’s new home for the next 3 weeks. Today, Taehyung will start his training for special forces at The Army General Administration School.
He can use his phone 3 hours during the weekdays and 12 hours during the weekends.
I hope that when he comes online that he sees…
There are so many reasons why I believe that charts and awards don’t determine good music. For years in the U.S., Hip Hop and R&B were ignored. Our genre of music was not considered mainstream. It wasn’t until 1989 the Grammys even introduced a Hip Hop category. We had to make…
Omg! Taehyung is everywhere and I love it!
Critics are praising his music!
Celine just dropped the campaigns of all campaigns.
The Honorary Tourism Ambassador is on display all over the world.
Running Man was a blast and he’ll be back on our TV screens next week.
And we…
What friends taught me?
I found Taehyung after hiatus. I’ve never listened to a BTS song or any other Kpop song.
I heard Snow Flower and had to hear his other music. When I heard Christmas Tree I was like he’s being added to my playlists.
Little did I know the intricacies…
One thing about Taehyung he will always stay true to himself.
I remember watching footage of him after Friendcation. I noticed just how genuine a person he is, flaws and all. He wasn’t afraid to make mistakes or look like he didn’t know. He took that as a lesson to learn from.…
The Korean Wave
“It is a collective term used to refer to the phenomenal growth of Korean culture and popular culture encompassing everything from music, movies, drama to online games and Korean cuisine just to name a few.”
Jinny’s Kitchen is the first entertainment show…
Music Critic Kim Yoon ha on the Expansion of Kpop
“When someone asks about the expansion of K-pop, I want to talk more often about what part of the music is good and how it responds to the times…”
“Among the albums released last month, I would like to talk more about which…
People keep asking why is Hybe so worried about Compose.
My answer: They’re trying to limit visibility.
Some people made light of the ambassadorship saying, “it’s just coffee”. But it’s bigger than that!
Commercials are fleeting. Billboards are fleeting, you pass by it and…
When I talk about impact!
Not a foot in the U.S.
No iHeart, Sirius or promotions in the U.S.
Yet:
#2
Billboard Album
Highest ranking song on Rolling Stone
The most searched on Google peaking during his album months. Just from people spreading the word!
“Trusted by 88%…
Awe!
People trying to dispute facts again. Dispute facts from a company who whole purpose is to analyze facts about fashion. Who releases a report called, ALL ABOUT DATA each year! Awe!
Lefty analyzed Taehyung's Instagram activity from March 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, and…
What a year!
Taehyung has won an award in every industry!
Taehyung won a Daesang at the First Brand Awards. Korea’s largest award for brands and artists that will lead in 2024.
At the Tving Awards Taehyung swept with 3 awards. Jinny’s Kitchen won Content of the year!
He…
To all the U.S. people that have been working tirelessly since the announcements of friends, THANK YOU!
I’ve been in the discord channel with you. I’ve been in the group chats with you. Just know I see your hard work.
Let’s not get discouraged. We were definitely more…
Taehyung really got these people shook!
I understand!
Celine dropped the campaigns of all campaigns.
Taehyung the FIRST to chart of Billboard R&B chart
Compose Coffee updating how great they’re doing everyday.
Harper’s Bazaar is an ALL KILL. They have notices everywhere…
Bang PD has made it abundantly clear that his target is America.
He said this last year in interviews when he stated he was doing an “American experiment”.
The Kpop had hit a plateau and he wanted to remove the K from Kpop.
To prevent against a dip and to satisfy investors…
태형아!!!!!!
So proud of you!! Platoon leader in 18 days. 1 out 6 elite soldiers in his graduating class! Now heading to special forces.
Be healthy! Stay safe.
P.S. Taehyung is taking that 85kg seriously! 😜
When I say this is how groups disband. This is exactly it.
It’s a little bit ironic that Army wanted a 2025 comeback so much that they rushed the members into military service to get it. But, their actions will be the very reason BTS will disband.
Taehyung is an artist. If you…
Can we give a round of applause for Taehyung 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Taehyung was on THREE covers in September! Which is the fashion world holy grail month!
Dropped Billboard’s
#2
Kpop album!
Went on multiple stages with flawless vocals ( earning a nom for best vocal performance)
Help…
I’m not sure if a lot of people are aware but the SK and US military are very connected. In wartime SK does not control the military but the CFC (Combined Forces Command) which is led by the U.S./SK) controls it. (except SDT which is controlled by the President)
There are…
We have to talk about V from a business aspect and the brand he’s built.
He’s organically built a self sustaining brand that even with him not being here his impact is so strong it’s running by itself.
“The biggest difference between organic and inorganic growth in business…
There is no OT7. The solo era has proved that! Because OT7 would be putting the same effort into every release. The quicker people realize it the better!
The general public is not carrying any songs. The fandom is! So, the same fandom that dropped 20 mil unfiltered streams all…
Taehyung is really “creating shifts”
WUR was done by two artists talking to each other on IG. Two artists that liked each other’s music decided to just do a song together without any labels. Umi said this is the way it should be and I hope in the future more artists organically…
“Now why did Bang Pd choose Kim Taehyung, the trainee, back then just for him to be sabotaged from the start? Like make it make sense. Why pick someone just to sabotage them? I'm just not getting the logic here by all means”
When people say things like this, it lets me know…
Taehyung kind of spilled.
“I'm not doing Instagram activities because I joined the military, but I still have influence.”
Boy do you!!
Most influential male fashion influencer in the WORLD 2023. Not just Korea, THE WORLD.
King of Gen.G. 'It Boy' as the only Asian person by…
Where I’m from we mostly listened to Hip Hop and R&B. I never really heard of Kpop. I remember seeing a tweet from Meg saying she wasn’t able to attend something with a group. But I left it at that.
The second time I came across K-pop I was actually upset. It said BTS V…
When I tell you I have no idea what any artist that I don’t care for is doing. Like, if they are not trending I don’t even see their name. Not just K-pop. I’m talking hiphop, actors. Like, why would that concern me.
Two members have been on a work trip but the talk of the town…
Everyday I get on this app and get another announcement of just how amazing Taehyung is.
What do you mean an album that wasn’t even promoted in the U.S. is the longest charting Kpop album.
What do you mean that Taehyung is the only soloist on Oricon’s top selling list of…
People have truly lost their mind and really need to go outside and touch grass. I mean literally! Like find a hobby, take a class, take something! Just get off the internet. Maybe check yourself in.
The delusion you have to be in to call Taehyung a fl0p.
Longest charting…
“"A lot can go wrong when a performer endeavors outside of the group that made their career. But a lot goes right on the first solo album of BTS baritone V, Layover."
“The best thing about ‘Layover’ is its cohesiveness. A trap for other K-pop albums, is the need to include a…
I love how Taehyung’s friends love him out loud.
Taehyung asked for vlogs from fans and SeoJoon uploaded his with slow dancing.
SeoJoon was doing a commercial for his brand put still played Taehyung’s part in the commercial.
When Hyungsik does interviews he always mentions…
I think there is a lot of misinformation going around and it’s a shame!
The military is a part of the local community they are in. Most militarily personnel tend to volunteer and businesses tend to give back to support the men and women fighting for their country.
“The most…
“The song Slow Dancing was even more special because of the flute solo that flowed like an improvisation in the second half of the song.”
“���.When I listen to K-POP with more than a minute flute solo in a song …I feel moved because I misunderstood a lot about K-POP or that the…
“Music needs to earn. Song needs to be sold. When it did, it can easily be tagged as successful. While Layover surely did that, its success is beyond the value of commercialism.”….
“A brave and risky move to release songs going against the mainstream flow. All worth it. Kim…
Military assignments are decided after a physical and a psychological test. After the results the Military decides in what department you can serve.
Article 15 (Decision on Order of Conscription for Active Duty Service)

“The director of each regional military manpower…
The thing that struck me most from AMPLIFIED Podcast with Kim Youngdae.
You think the music industry doesn’t get it. But they do!
The entire episode recognizing and praising Taehyung for having his own musical identity.
👤Why did Beyoncé do that? "Because I(she) can do it."…
The military police main role is security and order on the base.
However, in 1990s due to the increase threats from the North the military of defense assigned a special operations team within the military police to deal with counterterrorism, SDT.
Taehyung has now…
Taehyung spent his debut era up close and personal with his fans. Memories that will never be forgotten. A feeling that will always remain.
Thanks for introducing me to K-pop. It’s been a pleasure.
BORAHAE KIM TAEHYUNG
WITH TAEHYUNG FOREVER
WILL WAIT FOR TAEHYUNG
Taehyung had to go all the way home to make sure Wooshik put his shirt back 😩
SDT training is no joke. The additional weeks of training they receive are only the beginning. They must always be in shape and ready.
I’m so glad Taehyung is doing well and in good spirits.
NaPD…
BABYYYY! When you speak about Taehyung speak nicely! ALWAYS.
42 day tracking period and was within 3 points of the winner.
42 day tracking period and received 5 nominations.
42 day tracking period and the only member and tenor to be nominated for best live performance.…
Wow! What a year for Kim Taehyung-
Most Handsome Man in the World 2023- Techno Sports Mag
Most Popular K-pop Idol 2023- Nubia Magazine
Most watched show in 1st half of 2023- Jinny’s Kitchen
Most sold magazines - Elle Korea
Most sold album by soloist- Layover
Plus so much…
BTS has been in the military since Dec 22. Funny how things that have been happening for a year can no longer take place.
Funny how military topics that weren’t discussed for a whole year need threads now.
TAEHYUNG THE MAN THAT YOU ARE.
Anywho!! Let’s keep celebrating!…
Y’all better stop playing with Taehyung.
“BTS V's 'Layover' ranks highest among K-pop soloists in Japan's 'Oricon Annual Rankings'…V's solo album 'Layover' ranked 16th in the 'Album Ranking' with sales of 247,826 copies. This is the highest ranking among K-pop solo artists.”…
I find this whole thing bittersweet.
Taehyung is not here and they decide to put in a little effort.
He won’t be able to be on any day/night time shows. He won’t be able to visit all the radio stations. He doesn’t have an alternative cover still. I hope they give him…
Omg. I can’t even go to sleep. Wake up to:
Forbes Korea naming Kim Taehyung as Best Idol of 2023.
Just two days ago Music critic Kim Young-dae picked Taehyung as the New Solo Artist of the Year.
We also got our first official photo of Taehyung in the military and he’s the…
One thing I wish for in 2024, is for people to stop caring if Army called them a SOLO.
Taehyung has done magazine covers, is an ambassador for multiple brands, tv shows. He has released 2 OSTs outside of Big Hit/Hybe.
He is a member of one of the most elite friend groups in…
Taehyung killing it in EVERY industry. Music, Fashion, TV
Layover broke a 23 year old album sales record.
Hit TV show- Jinny’s kitchen
#1
Fashion Male Influencer in THE WORLD
Most sold magazine by Korean Act
Seoul National Ambassador
So much more.
A year and a half on…
Happy 28th birthday to the talented Taehyung of BTS.
As one of the leading K-Pop figures globally, V has several records and achievements to his name within his group and solo projects. His debut solo album ‘Layover’ broke the record for highest first-day sales by any solo K-pop…
What I noticed yesterday when I was looking at the nomination videos is there is a similar sound that most had.
Then came V.
The deep soulfulness of his voice . The melody was different. The voice was different. The video was different. He really went against the grain.
He…
The Measure of Success Isn’t Just Numbers
“The real measure of success is the strength of our relationships, the impact of our actions, and our willingness to pursue meaningful experiences. It’s about taking risks and pushing ourselves to the limits to pursue what we believe…
Music publishing companies operate as intermediaries between songwriters, composers, and performers and their audience.
These companies offer a range of services such as licensing, royalty collection, creative support, marketing, and distribution.
Kobalt Music is a music…
I cannot explain how ecstatic I am today.
V is under Billboard R&B where he belongs!
Layover reached 1Bil!
3 songs on Global excl.
WUR on both Global and Global excl.
Zero push! Zero playlisting! 20XWUR and not even a full tracking week.
Just two artists in the DMs…
I’ve never seen anyone ride for a company like I see with this fandom. Bighit/Hybe is not their family. It’s the company they are signed to. The company where they have contractual obligations.
A company that sole purpose is to make money. Do companies always do the right…
So this fandom doesn’t want to call out JIKOOKERS.
400 set on a space on this app saying vile things about Taehyung and no one moved.
He’s received death threats and no one moved.
They are mass reporting his IG and no one moved.
They come on Stationhead and say vile…
Can
@iTunes
tell me what’s really going on? How can these be 20 mins apart and totally switched around.
I’m truly trying to understand?
Please don’t come under my post disrespecting the other artist because she’s one of my faves!
This is disrespectful to both artists…
I don’t know if this has been said yet but
TAEHYUNG RULED 2023.
There is no other Kpop idol that is an all rounder like he is. Not only did he start the year off great, he ended it off great too.
Most searched Male Kpop Idol on Google US of 2023.
Most popular Male Kpop…
Wow! What a year for Kim Taehyung-
Most Handsome Man in the World 2023- Techno Sports Mag
Most Popular K-pop Idol 2023- Nubia Magazine
Most watched show in 1st half of 2023- Jinny’s Kitchen
Most sold magazines - Elle Korea
Most sold album by soloist- Layover
Plus so much…
I really feel embarrassed for them!
That they have to stoop to such levels.
But I get it!
They’re wondering how does he have this much impact!
Because great music/artists aren’t defined by charts.
They don’t get that!
It didn’t define Frank Ocean and Solange.…
When I say Layover is the ish!
I mean that!
Layover is almost on everyone’s Best Album of 2023 list.
He’s the only Kpop artist on this list and this is not the 1st time.
Taehyung really created a no skip masterpiece . Has the
#2
Kpop Album on Billboard. The only Kpop…
So Army stating they are battling KTH’s solos for TMA. Which means they are acknowledging they are not voting for him.
They writing dissertations on why no one should vote for him. “No solos” only apply to KTHs because they sure under other solo accounts agreeing with them.…
I’m so pissed right now. What this fandom is doing is DISGUSTING . There is no way you are increasing a 5 month old song. Army are a bunch of sheep. A cult. .Leave Taehyung out your love all 7 because army doesn’t care about Taehyung.
There were 2 streaming parties yesterday…
From a business prospective watching Taehyung work is exciting!
He’s on another level!
Jinny’s Kitchen came out over a year ago however, its impact is still being felt.
“The Korea Customs Service and food industry reported that the export for Bull ramen increased by 24%…
What is an ICON?
“An 'icon' is much more known than a celebrity. They are someone who leaves a mark on media's history. They have a strong depth of significance, as well as they generate strong responses that people either identify WITH or AGAINST. They also stand strongly for…
How I discovered Kim Taehyung.
The pandemic hit and like most of us, I started to work from home. After a certain point the question becomes, what is left to watch on TV? Here begins my discovery and love for K-dramas.
I noticed that not only does PSJ show up in Wooshik…
There literally are no words that can change how this fandom treats Taehyung.
They feel they are humbling his popularity by not streaming for him, by not supporting him, by not following him.
But, little do they know NOTHING can stop him.
He’s been on hiatus for a year and…
What Army is doing is so disgusting!
This fandom has been crumbling before your very eyes.
Today a lot that were in denial have woken up!
The boycotting of Christmas Tree and Sweet Night, I wasn’t around then. But I see some of you remained hopeful.
Layover, was an eye…