BTS's Jin's Astronaut turns 4: Why the song was a wound, a bandage and a homecoming
In October 2022, and it was Busan. BTS was performing their old favourites and the new ones. The best was yet to come, they said. The atmosphere was ringing with fan chants, laughter, inside jokes and yet, somehow, unshed tears. ARMY feeds caught the smiles beneath the bursts of confetti and the promises, repeated a little too often, to return soon. Something was being said without being said,…
On the 4th anniversary of BTS member Jin's enlistment, the song Astronaut has become a symbol of love, homecoming, and a reminder of the band's enduring bond. The song was released in October 2022, just two days after the group announced they would be entering military service, with Jin being the first to go. The song's lyrics, co-written by BTS and Coldplay, express Jin's deep love for the group and his promise to return, despite the distance that separates them.
The music video features Jin as an 'alien' searching for home, symbolizing his longing for the group and the unyielding love he has for them. The chorus, "When I'm with you, there is no one else," has become a dedication to ARMY and a reflection of the unbreakable bond between the group members. The song's emotional impact has touched many, including BTS member Jungkook, who has openly cried upon listening to the song.
Four years after its release, Astronaut continues to hold a special place in the hearts of BTS fans, marking the beginning of the band's military service era and serving as a constant reminder of the love and support that ARMY provides for their beloved idols.
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