In a video released on BTS‘s official YouTube channel on June 11, the group looked back on their recent performances and interactions with fans around the world. Among the highlights, BTS said that hearing fans collectively sing the Korean folk song Arirang during concerts remains one of the most moving experiences of the tour.
“No matter what country or city we visit, the moment ARMY sings ‘Arirang’ together is the one that gives us chills and makes us emotional,” the members shared.
The song was sampled in BTS’s recent track Body to Body, and its inclusion has created powerful moments of connection between the group and their global fanbase.
The members also spoke warmly about seeing fans enjoy concerts with greater confidence and enthusiasm than ever before. “We loved seeing how much more comfortably fans are enjoying the performances compared to the past,” BTS said. “We could truly feel how much they missed us during our time away.” Their comments come as the group continues its first major world tour following the completion of military service obligations, marking a new chapter in BTS’s career.
One of the tour’s most unforgettable moments took place in Mexico earlier this year. The group reflected on their visit to Mexico City after receiving an invitation from Claudia Sheinbaum. During their appearance at the Presidential Palace, more than 50,000 people reportedly gathered in the city’s iconic Zócalo Square. “We were shocked when we saw the square filled with people,” BTS recalled. “There were so many that we couldn’t even tell whether everyone had gathered for a festival or for us.”
The group’s three concerts at Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros, held on May 7, 9, and 10, reportedly attracted a combined audience of approximately 150,000 fans.
As BTS celebrates the 13th anniversary of its debut, the members also discussed how they have changed over the years. Comparing themselves to four years ago, they admitted that their perspective toward work and life has matured significantly. “Four years ago, we approached everything without hesitation,” they explained. “Now we think much more deeply about our work.”
The members added that while the energy between all seven members remains unchanged, each individual has grown personally. “We’re still the same seven people, but we’ve all developed as individuals. As a group, we’ve become much more relaxed and balanced. It feels like we’ve truly become adults.”
BTS is currently in the midst of a massive world tour scheduled to span 86 shows across 34 cities worldwide. So far, the group has completed 20 performances.
Next, BTS will celebrate its debut anniversary with special concerts at Busan Asiad Main Stadium on June 12 and 13. The members concluded their message by thanking fans for their continued support. “Please continue cheering us on so we can finish the tour happily and in good health. We also hope everyone looks forward to the Busan concerts.”
As BTS enters its 13th year together, the group’s emotional connection with ARMY remains stronger than ever, with moments like thousands of fans singing Arirang together serving as a reminder of their unique global bond.
Sources: Daum | 국민일보