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BTS Suga's talk show 'Suchwita' features several celebrities from various industries and has even featured the BTS members in candid conversations. In a recent episode, the spotlight turned to popular South Korean soloist IU (Lee Ji-Eun). The two artists delved into their collaboration on the hit song 'Eight' and shared insights into their professional lives. Notably, Suga opened up about a significant change in his 30s, while IU revealed a surprising revelation about her first choice for collaboration among BTS members.
Suga, known for his straightforward demeanour, disclosed that his 30s have brought about a more easygoing attitude. Reflecting on his 20s, which were dominated by work, Suga expressed excitement about having his band members by his side during that period.
The episode unveiled a hidden chapter in the friendship between IU and BTS, particularly during their collaboration on the song 'Eight'. Suga revealed that IU initially sought RM's contact details for their collaboration but didn't follow through due to undisclosed reasons. IU later confirmed that Suga was not her first choice among BTS members, and she initially approached him to inquire about RM.
During the discussion, IU disclosed that she intended to create something "quite serious" with RM, reflecting her mental state during that period. Battling the emotions tied to the tragic loss of close friends like Sulli and Jonghyun of SHINee, IU admitted to never reaching out to RM despite obtaining his contact details from Suga.
Explaining her decision, IU shared, "Asking Suga for his number took a lot of courage for me, and I had this impulse to do this quickly. But after I got his number...he's just a total stranger, and I couldn't get up the courage to just call someone I didn't know."
Despite not pursuing the collaboration with RM, IU praised Suga as "the best producer" and chose to work with him on the project. She cited a growing comfort level with Suga and the belief that collaborating with someone similar in age, like Suga, would be more fitting for the project. Suga also asked IU about her songwriting process and she shared that she tries to write intuitively. When asked about her plans for the promotion of her upcoming album, IU revealed that she wishes to do an overseas tour and make happy memories with her fans, though she did not give any confirmation related to the same.
The revelations on Suchwita offer fans a deeper understanding of the dynamics between IU and BTS, showcasing the complexities of collaboration in the world of K-pop. As Suga continues to navigate his 30s with newfound ease, IU's honesty about her creative process sheds light on the emotional intricacies that shape her music. The episode serves as a captivating exploration of the artists' journeys and the evolving landscape of their friendships within the industry.