BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) is a South Korean boy band formed by Big Hit Entertainment that debuted in 2013. They achieved unprecedented global success, topping the Billboard 200, speaking at the United Nations, and breaking records with their English-language singles.
BTS released their debut single album '2 Cool 4 Skool' and held a debut showcase on June 12, 2013. The lead single 'No More Dream' introduced their hip-hop style and socially conscious lyrics. #BTS #KPop #Debut
BTS earned their first music show win on SBS MTV's 'The Show' with 'Boy in Luv' from their second mini-album 'Skool Luv Affair'. This marked their breakthrough in the domestic K-pop scene. #BTS #KPop #MusicShowWin
BTS released the first part of their youth-themed series, featuring the hit 'I Need U'. The album charted on the Billboard World Albums chart and marked a shift in their musical direction. #BTS #Youth #KPop
The second part of the series included the single 'Run' and debuted at number one on the Billboard World Albums chart. The album solidified BTS's growing international fanbase. #BTS #KPop #Album
BTS held their first standalone concert in Seoul, 'The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: On Stage', selling out the Olympic Hall. This marked their transition from rookies to headliners. #BTS #Concert #Seoul
BTS released their second studio album 'Wings', featuring the lead single 'Blood Sweat & Tears'. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard World Albums chart and sold over 1.5 million copies. #BTS #Wings #KPop
BTS launched their first world tour '2017 BTS Live Trilogy Episode III: The Wings Tour', starting in Seoul. The tour visited 19 cities across Asia, North America, and Australia. #BTS #WorldTour #Wings
BTS won the Top Social Artist award at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards, beating Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez. This was their first major US award and a milestone for K-pop. #BTS #BBMAs #Award
BTS released 'Love Yourself: Her', the first of the Love Yourself series. The lead single 'DNA' became their first to enter the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 67. #BTS #LoveYourself #DNA
BTS performed at the American Music Awards, becoming the first K-pop group to perform at the event. They performed 'DNA' and received a standing ovation. #BTS #AMAs #Performance
BTS released 'Love Yourself: Tear', which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, making them the first K-pop act to top the chart. The lead single 'Fake Love' was a global hit. #BTS #Billboard200 #FakeLove
BTS won Top Social Artist at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards for the second consecutive year. They also performed 'Fake Love' for the first time on US television. #BTS #BBMAs #TopSocial
BTS released the compilation album 'Love Yourself: Answer', featuring the hit 'Idol'. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, their second chart-topper. #BTS #Idol #Album
BTS leader RM delivered a speech at the United Nations General Assembly as part of the UNICEF 'Generation Unlimited' campaign. They spoke about self-love and youth empowerment. #BTS #UN #Speech
BTS embarked on the 'Love Yourself World Tour', which became the highest-grossing tour by a non-English speaking act. The tour included sold-out stadium shows worldwide. #BTS #WorldTour #Stadium
BTS released 'Map of the Soul: Persona', featuring the lead single 'Boy with Luv' (feat. Halsey). The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and broke streaming records. #BTS #BoyWithLuv #Album
BTS won three awards at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards: Top Duo/Group, Top Social Artist, and Top Touring Artist. They were the first K-pop group to win Top Duo/Group. #BTS #BBMAs #TopDuo
BTS performed at Wembley Stadium in London, selling out two nights. The concert was part of the 'Love Yourself: Speak Yourself' tour and was a historic moment for K-pop. #BTS #Wembley #Stadium
BTS released 'Map of the Soul: 7', which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. The lead single 'ON' was accompanied by a cinematic music video and broke YouTube records. #BTS #MapOfTheSoul7 #ON
BTS held a paid online concert 'Bang Bang Con: The Live' during the COVID-19 pandemic, attracting over 756,000 viewers from 107 countries. It set a record for the largest paid virtual concert. #BTS #OnlineConcert #BangBangCon
BTS released their first all-English single 'Dynamite', which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song became a global phenomenon and earned them their first Grammy nomination. #BTS #Dynamite #BillboardHot100
BTS released their fifth Korean-language studio album 'BE', featuring the lead single 'Life Goes On'. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, their fifth chart-topper. #BTS #BE #LifeGoesOn
BTS received their first Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for 'Dynamite'. They performed at the ceremony, becoming the first K-pop act to do so. #BTS #Grammys #Dynamite
BTS released their second all-English single 'Butter', which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed for 10 weeks. It broke multiple streaming and chart records. #BTS #Butter #BillboardHot100
BTS released 'Permission to Dance', their third English-language single, co-written by Ed Sheeran. It debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, their third chart-topper. #BTS #PermissionToDance #EdSheeran
BTS addressed the UN General Assembly again for the SDG Moment, speaking about COVID-19 and climate change. They performed 'Permission to Dance' at the UN headquarters. #BTS #UN #SDG
BTS won Artist of the Year at the 2021 American Music Awards, becoming the first Asian act to win the top award. They also performed 'Butter' and 'My Universe' with Coldplay. #BTS #AMAs #ArtistOfTheYear
BTS performed 'Butter' at the 64th Grammy Awards, their second Grammy performance. They were nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance but did not win. #BTS #Grammys #Butter
BTS released the anthology album 'Proof', celebrating their nine-year career. The album included new tracks 'Yet to Come' and 'Run BTS', and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. #BTS #Proof #Anthology
During the 'FESTA 2022' dinner, BTS announced a temporary hiatus to focus on solo projects. The news shocked fans but was framed as a necessary step for growth. #BTS #Hiatus #Solo
BTS held a free concert in Busan to support the city's bid for the 2030 World Expo. The concert drew over 50,000 fans and was livestreamed globally. #BTS #Busan #WorldExpo
BTS celebrated their 10th debut anniversary with 'FESTA 2023', including a special event at the Olympic Stadium in Seoul. The event featured performances and fan interactions. #BTS #FESTA #10Years
Jungkook released his solo single 'Seven' (feat. Latto), which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song became a summer anthem and showcased his solo star power. #BTS #Jungkook #Seven
RM released his debut solo album 'Indigo', which debuted at number three on the Billboard 200. The album featured collaborations with Erykah Badu and Anderson .Paak. #BTS #RM #Indigo
Jimin's solo album 'Face' and its lead single 'Like Crazy' topped the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 respectively, making him the first BTS member to achieve both simultaneously. #BTS #Jimin #LikeCrazy
Suga (as Agust D) embarked on his first solo world tour 'D-Day', performing in multiple cities including New York, Los Angeles, and Seoul. The tour was a critical and commercial success. #BTS #Suga #AgustD
BTS celebrated their 11th anniversary with a special event and fan meeting. The members continued their solo activities while maintaining group projects. #BTS #Anniversary #ARMY
V released his debut solo album 'Layover', which debuted at number two on the Billboard 200. The album showcased his unique jazz-influenced style. #BTS #V #Layover
Jin released his solo single 'The Astronaut', co-written with Coldplay. The song debuted in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 and was a heartfelt gift to fans before his military enlistment. #BTS #Jin #TheAstronaut
BTS announced their official reunion after completing military service, with plans for a new album and world tour in 2025. The news was met with global excitement from fans. #BTS #Reunion #Comeback