- By Srishti Pandey
- Sat, 28 Dec 2024 03:27 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
BTS V has garnered heartfelt support from Harry Crosby, the son of late jazz legend Bing Crosby, for his virtual duet with the iconic singer on the holiday classic White Christmas. Released on December 6, this collaboration has quickly become a fan favourite, with Harry Crosby expressing his admiration for the performance.
In a touching video posted by the official Twitter account honouring Bing Crosby, Harry Crosby shared his genuine reaction to the collaboration. "What you did was amazing; the arrangement was amazing; the way that you two fit together, it was really organic and wonderful," he said, praising V for bringing new life to the timeless tune. Harry also expressed his hope for White Christmas to reach listeners around the world, showcasing his deep appreciation for the unique duet.
A heartfelt message to V from Bing’s son, Harry Crosby, as he shares his first-time reaction to hearing the incredible new version of "White Christmas"! 🌟#뷔 #V #BingXV #AVeryVChristmas #whitechristmaswithbingv #bingcrosby pic.twitter.com/okpM0Qh0kW
— Bing Crosby (@BingCrosby) December 22, 2024
This virtual collaboration with Bing Crosby is a jazz reimagining of the beloved holiday song, and it debuted at No. 93 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a significant milestone for V. The Kpop idol is the first and only artist from the Kpop industry in 2024 to have three songs chart on the prestigious list.
In addition to the White Christmas collaboration, V's music video for the song also served as a tribute to both Bing Crosby and his beloved pet dog Yeontan, who recently passed away. The sentimental music video captivated fans worldwide, showcasing V’s emotional depth and musical versatility. V’s musical journey this year didn’t stop there. He also released Winter Ahead in November, a duet with renowned balladeer Park Hyo Shin. These releases, along with his previous track FRI(END)S, have solidified his place as a global musical force.