BTS RM’s Past Remarks On Using English Lyrics Resurfaces Amid Album Release
With the release of BTS’s new album, ARIRANG, there has been debate over the album’s concept and the all-English title track.
Many expressed disappointment in the lack of Korean influence, with some pointing out that it had less cultural impact than Kpop Demon Hunters.
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Most recently, an past interview about RM’s thoughts on using English lyrics resurfaced online.
We do not want our identity or authenticity to be compromised by singing songs with English lyrics. Even if doing so could allow us to reach the top, that is not what we desire. If we suddenly started singing songs entirely in English, we would no longer be BTS.
— RM
Meanwhile, the new album’s line distribution among the members garnered much attention online.
