BTS, an acronym for Bangtan Sonyeondan, is a Grammy nominated South
Korean boy group that debuted in 2013. The group consists of seven
members: RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. Gaining
recognition for their authentic and self-produced music, top-notch
performances, and the way they interact with their fans, BTS has
established themselves as β21st Century Pop Iconsβ breaking countless
world records.
Originally a hip hop group, their musical style has evolved to
incorporate a wide range of genres, while their lyricism has focused on
subjects including mental health, the troubles of school-age youth and
coming of age, loss, the journey towards self-love, individualism, and
the consequences of fame and recognition. Their discography and adjacent
work has also referenced literature, philosophy and psychological
concepts, and includes an alternate universe storyline.