How BTS Dismantled 30 Years Of Kpop Tradition Through Their Military Enlistment

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Discover how BTS revolutionized the Kpop industry by breaking the traditional 30-year military enlistment rule. Learn how their decision impacted their careers and the future of Korean pop music.

[richee]

I keep on saying this .. the younger members could easily have gone to serve at a later time but they chose to go in the peak of their careers just so they could come back together ! That’s a TEAM ! Thats SELFLESSNESS and THATS LOVE !!!!

[susandill]

I am a 72 year old Music professor at a Tier One University in the US. Music has been my whole life since I could walk. My students laugh about me being BBB ( Bach, Brahms and BTS). I have a BTS poster display outside my office door which a couple of students have told me helped make their decision to come to our school 🙂 Although I love Classical music I have always emotionally needed the Yang to the Yin of Classical music, that Yang being the power and energy of such groups as Nirvana, Linkin Park and AudioSlave to release anger, depression, and frustration; which Classical music just doesn't do., I never listened to Boy Bands and never dreamed I would become such a huge fan of one until I found BTS. They have the explosive energy, profound depth and sweetness to cover all the manifestations of human emotions. And they don't sell their fan's intellectual capabilities short, I went to a conference designed for academics on BTS during the pandemic, we talked about how they feed our souls, our intellects and our hearts. I am proud to be a Silver Army.

[guiver]

They keep saying that BTS doesn't leave room for other kpop groups, but forget that BTS didn't just follow their predecessors like sheep but crossed the barrier to discover other musical genres and other things. I have been an Army since their beginning and proud of them.

[alwenawillis]

In case the younger armies are wondering why they have a strong silver army you have to understand the philosophy of many of the top groups of our youth which was Sex, drugs and drink, and using their fans not loving them. They may have made great music but too many youth followed their habits until their untimely end. So many of the so called idols of our day died of drug related incidences it was sad. Some over time turned around and became better people but I know of no other group that made their fans better people. I so wish there would have been a group like BTS when I was young but I am happy to relive my youthful years with BTS now. I am 72 yrs this year and they keep me young and happy. Their music is some of the best I have ever heard even from those heralded as the best. I do not recall one group so versatile, so talented, so humble, so philanthropic and just so lovely. They are everything we wanted in a group when we were young but had to wait a long time to find one, but are glad we have found them even now. Armies do you know how lucky you are to be able to grow old with them, I envy you.

[janetihaka]

Why do you think that Grandma’s love BTS. The reason I love them is they have beautiful manners, they are individually extremely talented, there is absolutely nothing they can’t do stage wise, or when they are recording there songs. They can all dance, and songs are really memorable. My children and grandchildren can’t believe I’m a true fan. So BTS please keep fit healthy, and happy while serving your country. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[robin]

1000% agree. Haters use to worry about one group now they have to worry about one group and seven solo artists. Be careful what you wish for. Well said. 👏🏽💜

[heloisacoimbradesouza]

Army grandma here. In my 66 years of life I have never had an idol in the music scene. I’ve seen many musicians and actors that were fabulous but no one ever inspired me like these 7 Korean boys. I’ve been wanting to write RM a letter to thank him for his leadership, expressing my gratitude also to the other members. Their art is simply divine and could only be produced by their personalities that glow with their beautiful souls. Thank you BTS.

[sharonlahaye]

Rock and roll grandma here. Never got into Pop music, boy bands, nor even K-Pop. But I’ve been an ARMY since the beginning of 2018 and will support BTS forever.

[nadinerogers]

Beautifully said! I'm a 85 year old Army Grandma and truly believe BTS will be loved long after I am gone. 💜💜🥰💜💜

[rinasilent]

Agree, but in BTS we value their personality, charisma and great positive impact they’ve brought for the world, not only their creativity

[FaydraGirl]

They may have left an empty throne but Army has taken on the responsibility to hold it for them by faithfully waiting and contributing to their presence. 💜

[adelamauri]

À 75 grandma here and as Yoongi said they are perfectly aware that they can trust the power of international ARMYS…..💜💜💜

[jherrmann]

I am a great Grandma and I love and will love BTS as the Human Beings they are and love their music forever

[leahkalkbrenner]

63 yr old here. Me and my husband found BTS just 3 yrs ago when my husband was battling cancer. We were not be there when BTS started, but we promised, we will be there to the end of our life. Thank you so much for this.

[angelacurtis]

BTS Grandmother here. So proud of these guys. Army and BTS for life. Living Legends who paved the way. Just because artists grows old does not mean they are dispensable. They are cherished for who they are and what they stand for. Their music transcends time and language and barriers. 💜🇺🇸🫰🔥

[sharonnelson]

I remember when BTS announced taking a break from group activities at their 2022 festa and my heart dropped and I screamed in my head “No! I only had less than 1 year since I found you! I was heart broken. After a few days I started processing my emotions and thoughts and came up with solutions for myself to deal with what I thought was going to be a huge void. Well, BTS members proved me wrong in my feelings and thoughts. They planned and organized their “taking a break from group activities” so well that it amazed me. They worked so hard so that we wouldn’t be lonely by their absence as a group. They are so amazing to do this for us and always having army in the forefront of their hearts. I sorely miss them as a group but they didn’t leave us high and dry. The well is full. Thank you for this segment.

[DianeBures]

I'm a 70 year old army. Bts found me when you need them the most. I promised my granddaughter that we would go the BTS concert while i can

[Koakoa]

What has helped BTS is fans from USA and Europe. We never stop loving our performers and many are still rocking the stage in their 70's and they fill stadiums at that age! I am 59 almost 60 and have been following BTS since 2013, I found them about 3 months after their debut. I will be with them until either I go or they decide to put down the torch.

[suga_rush]

Thank you for this. It has been so painful with all the hate. This eases my heart a little.
As V said on Suchwita -"One thing I can confidently say is that BTS worked harder than anyone for the past 10 years."

[MSy-uy]

Best statement: "They remain the benchmark."