BTS
History & Timeline
First Single Album '2 Cool 4 Skool' Release
BTS released their debut single album '2 Cool 4 Skool' featuring the title track 'No More Dream', introducing their hip-hop concept to the K-pop scene.
Official Debut on M! Countdown
BTS made their official debut stage on Mnet's M! Countdown, performing 'No More Dream' and 'We Are Bulletproof Pt.2' for the first time on live television.
First Full Album 'Dark & Wild' Release
BTS released their first full-length studio album, 'Dark & Wild', featuring the title track 'Danger'. This album explored more mature themes and sounds.
The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1' Release
Marking a shift in their musical style, BTS released 'The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1' with 'I NEED U' as the lead single, beginning their 'HwaYangYeonHwa' series.
WINGS' Album Release
BTS released their second full studio album, 'WINGS', featuring the hit title track 'Blood Sweat & Tears'. This album achieved significant commercial success and critical acclaim.
Top Social Artist Award at Billboard Music Awards
BTS won the Top Social Artist award at the Billboard Music Awards, becoming the first K-pop group to win a Billboard award and marking their official breakthrough into the US market.
Love Yourself 承 'Her' Release
BTS released 'Love Yourself 承 'Her'', the first installment of their 'Love Yourself' series, with the lead single 'DNA'. This album achieved immense global popularity.
American Music Awards Performance
BTS made their US television debut performance at the American Music Awards, performing 'DNA' and solidifying their presence in the American music industry.
Album of the Year at MAMA
BTS won 'Album of the Year' at the 2017 Mnet Asian Music Awards for 'Love Yourself 承 'Her'', solidifying their dominance in the K-pop award scene.
Love Yourself 轉 'Tear' Release
BTS released their third full studio album, 'Love Yourself 轉 'Tear'', with the powerful lead single 'Fake Love'. This album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
Speech at United Nations General Assembly
BTS delivered a powerful speech at the 73rd United Nations General Assembly as ambassadors for UNICEF's 'Love Myself' campaign, advocating for youth empowerment.
Map of the Soul: Persona' Release
BTS released the EP 'Map of the Soul: Persona', which included the hit collaboration 'Boy With Luv' featuring Halsey. The album was part of a new series.
Map of the Soul: 7' Release
BTS released their critically acclaimed fourth full studio album, 'Map of the Soul: 7', which featured multiple hit tracks like 'ON' and explored the group's seven-year journey.
'Dynamite' Release and Billboard Hot 100 #1
BTS released their first all-English single 'Dynamite', which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making them the first South Korean act to achieve this feat.
BE' Album Release
BTS released their album 'BE', which was created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The album's lead single 'Life Goes On' also reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Grammy Nomination for 'Dynamite'
'Dynamite' earned BTS their first Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, marking a historic moment for a K-pop act.
'Butter' Release and Consecutive Hot 100 #1s
BTS released their second English single 'Butter', which also debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed there for multiple weeks, becoming one of the longest-reigning #1s.
PROOF' Anthology Album Release
BTS released 'PROOF', an anthology album commemorating their nine-year career, featuring past hits, unreleased demos, and new tracks like 'Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)'.
J-Hope's 'Jack In The Box' Release
J-Hope released 'Jack In The Box', his first official solo album, marking the beginning of BTS members' individual solo activities.
Jin's Solo Single 'The Astronaut' Release
Jin released his solo single 'The Astronaut', co-written with Coldplay, ahead of his military enlistment.
Jimin's Solo Album 'FACE' Release
Jimin released his first official solo album 'FACE', featuring the lead single 'Like Crazy', which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
V's Solo Album 'Layover' Release
V released his debut solo album 'Layover', showcasing his unique vocal style and R&B influences with tracks like 'Slow Dancing'.
Jungkook's Solo Album 'GOLDEN' Release
Jungkook released his debut solo album 'GOLDEN', featuring global hit singles like 'Standing Next to You' and collaborations with international artists.
Group Reunion on 12th Anniversary
With all members having completed their mandatory military service, BTS reunited as a full group on their 12th debut anniversary, marking the end of their hiatus.
New Group Album Release
BTS releases their first group album since their military hiatus, opening a new chapter in their career and reuniting with ARMY worldwide.