Seoul is full of purple to celebrate 10 years of debut
Source: Big Hit Music
[The Fact - Jeong Byeong Geun] On April 13, BTS - the group representing Korea and being dubbed the "21st century pop icon" - celebrated 10 years of debut. BTS appeared in the music world with their debut single "2 Cool 4 SKOOL" in 2013 and became the only artist with unique moves that brought the first and biggest records.
A brilliant 10 year record with ARMY
In 2013, BTS voted to be discharged with the title song "No More Dream" included in the debut single. Right after debut, BTS swept the rookie awards at home and abroad such as 2 Cool 4 SKOOL, O!RUL8, 2? and Skool Luv Affair showed the group's unique music color, performance and worldview.
Then, through two albums released in 2015, BTS talked about "youth" - where beauty and insecurity coexist with the theme "When My Love Blooms", meaning the most beautiful moment of life.” She conveyed the bright energy of youth and achieved great success when she first entered the Billboard 200, Billboard's main album chart.
The steps that followed became the first history of Kpop. "Dynamite" reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 main singles chart for the first time, while "Life Goes On" was the first Korean song to hit #1 on the Billboard chart in 62 years.
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From Butter, Permission to Dance, Savage Love featuring Jason Derulo and My Universe collaborating with Coldplay, BTS has brought a total of 6 songs to the top of the Hot 100. On the Billboard 200 chart, the song has occupied No. 1 with 6 albums, from Love Yourself (Tear to Proof.
In addition, BTS has been nominated for 3 consecutive years for the top popular music awards ceremony "Grammy", including 5 consecutive years receiving awards including American Music Awards, thereby strengthening their influence. all around the world.
BTS has spread a healthy influence on the music market. In 2018, 2020 and 2021, BTS became the representative of global youth and was appointed as a special representative for future generations and culture. In 2022, he was invited to the White House to meet US President Joe Biden and share his ideas on how to deal with Asian hate crime.
Chapter 2 will be co-written with Army
BTS has entered an exciting phase 2 from group albums to individual activities. Each member carries out musical activities such as releasing their own musically colorful album. Besides, the group is also emitting a new and powerful charm. On May 9, the group released the digital single "Take Two" to celebrate their 10th debut anniversary and brought their name to the top position on worldwide music charts.
"Take Two" is a song that contains gratitude to ARMY (fandom name) who have experienced brilliant moments together for 10 years, gratitude for the love that fans have for the group and wishes for us in the future. will always be together. On the occasion of their 10th debut anniversary, BTS was at the starting line to prepare for a new beginning. Besides, ARMYs - who have held their positions until now - will walk together.
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BTS's 10th debut anniversary event is also the largest-scale event ever. Starting with the release of the new song "Take Two", FESTA (2023 BTS FESTA) celebrating the 10th anniversary of BTS' debut online and offline has brought the gifts that BTS has brought to the world under the slogan 'BTS PRESENTS. EVERYWHERE'.
Starting with the BTS Concert streaming festival on April 3, the group has brought fans joy through various content and social media campaigns.
Offline, from the 12th, the entire Seoul area has turned purple and the atmosphere is uplifted. Landmarks completed with purple lights such as Namsan Seoul Tower, Sevit Island, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Lotte World Tower, Seoul City Hall, World Cup, Banpo, Yanghwa, Yeongdong Bridge... are expected to warm up the atmosphere. Media festival atmosphere was added there to celebrate BTS' 10th debut anniversary.
BTS 10th Anniversary FESTA @ Yeouido will be held at Yeouido Han River Park on April 17. BTS has prepared a variety of booths for the public to enjoy. At 5 pm (KST) the same day, the program at 5 am (KST) with RM and 8:30 am (KST) that day also had a fireworks display combining BTS's hit song and Jungkook's narration.
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