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Important Things About BTS: As the K-pop phenomenon continues to sweep the globe, leaving a trail of devoted fans in its wake, the question remains: what does it truly mean to be a part of the BTS Army? Beyond the catchy hooks, synchronised choreography and stylish music videos lies a complex web of personalities, passions and philosophies that define the seven members of this groundbreaking group. 

For those eager to delve deeper into the world of BTS, understanding the unique characteristics, talents and quirks of each member is important. From Jungkook's versatile artistry to V's creative vision, Jimin's emotional depth, Jin's witty humour, J-Hope's optimistic energy, RM's thought-provoking leadership and Suga's introspective lyrics, every individual brings a distinct perspective to the table. Here are some important things that every BTS fan should know about the group and its members. 

Things To Know About BTS

Debut Year

The BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) debuted on June 13, 2013, with their debut single ‘No More Dream’ from the album ‘2 Cool 4 Skool.’ This marked the beginning of their remarkable journey to global K-pop stardom.

Awards And Recognitions

BTS has garnered an impressive array of prestigious awards and accolades globally. Some notable recognitions include Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, Melon Music Awards, Mnet Asian Music Awards, Seoul Music Awards, Brit Awards and Guinness World Records. 

BTS Mentions

BTS's global impact has led to numerous mentions and features in esteemed publications, platforms and events which include Time Magazine's ‘100 Most Influential People’ (2019), Forbes' ‘30 Under 30’ (2019), Fortune's ‘World's Greatest Leaders’ (2019), Rolling Stone's "100 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century’ just to name a few. 

BTS Donations

BTS and their ARMY are known for their philanthropic efforts and generous donations. BTS' ‘Love Myself’ campaign with the Korean Red Cross, raised over $3.4 million for violence prevention and support programs. BTS’ personal donations include RM's $100,000 gift to the Seoul Arts High School.

BTS Best Selling Album

📊| @BTS_twt remains as the Group with the most weeks (17) at #1 on Billboard Hot 100 this decade! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/lacnLCxUVr

— BTS Charts Daily (@btschartsdailyc) October 28, 2024 p>

BTS' best-selling album is ‘Map of the Soul: 7’ which was released in 2020. The album sold over 4.8 million copies worldwide in its first week, broke the record for most album sales in a single week on the US Billboard 200 chart and also debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, staying for 11 weeks.

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