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12 Years Of BTS: Celebrating Their Most Iconic Group Anthems
From early struggles to breaking global records, Korean band BTS has built a legacy beyond music.
Widely acclaimed K-pop boy band BTS is officially 12! The group that consists of Jungkook, V, Jimin, Suga, J-Hope, Jin, and RM has become one of the most powerful boy bands in history. BTS made its debut in 2013. From early struggles to breaking global records, the band has built a legacy beyond music. Through unwavering passion, unique composition, and heartfelt lyrics, the band's influence transcended borders and age groups.
On the occasion of their 12-year anniversary, let's take a trip down memory lane and revisit their journey through one group song from each year:
No More Dream (2 Cool 4 Skool) – 2013
The song that started it all – No More Dream – features a rebellious, youthful, and passionate spirit. Putting up the fight against the status quo, the powerful lyrics asked the fans, 'What's your dream?"
Danger (Dark & Wild) – 2014
Danger witnessed the group's shift to dealing with confusion and resentment in relationships. With powerful beats and insane choreography, the song beautifully captures the frustration of feeling unseen and unheard.
I Need U (The Most Beautiful Moment In Life) – 2015
The song marked the beginning of BTS' HYYH era, which spanned from 2015 to 2016. During this period, their music significantly shifted from an initial hip-hop style to a focus on the struggles and emotions of youth, and I Need U perfectly illustrates the pain of fading love alongside the struggle of growing up.
Blood Sweat & Tears (Wings) – 2016
One of the most iconic songs of the band, Blood, Sweat & Tears, showcases themes like desire, sacrifice and temptation. With its gripping music and intense lyrics, the song portrays a story of getting lost and yet finding the strength to keep going.
Spring Day (You Never Walk Alone) – 2017
The song highlights the pain of missing a loved one and the quiet ache of longing. The metaphor spring day, used to depict the arrival of spring after a long winter, captures the essence of a long wait finally coming to an end.
IDOL (Love Yourself: Answer) – 2018
In this song, the group embraces their true selves and refuses to lose themselves in the middle of everything. 'I'm never going to change; I'm never going to trade" – perfectly highlights this message.
Boy With Luv Ft. Halsey (Map Of The Soul: Persona) – 2019
This joyful track is a celebration of love, comfort, life, and connection. The song urges the fans to cherish the little things in life that are often overlooked. Boy With Luv acts as a reminder that love can be found in the quietest moments of our lives.
Life Goes On (BE) – 2020
During the COVID-19 pandemic, when uncertainty prevailed, BTS released this comforting track to reassure fans that whatever happens, life will always go on.
Permission To Dance (Butter CD) – 2021
Permission To Dance is an ode to letting go and allowing yourself to feel good. The song reminds us that it's okay to take time and hit pause to find joy in difficult times.
Yet To Come (Proof) – 2022
Released before the band announced their hiatus due to military enlistment, through this song, the band assured ARMYs that while there may be a short break, the best moments are yet to come.
Take Two (Single) – 2023
This song feels like a personal letter to the ARMYs, asking them if they'll stay. Take Two expresses the band's desire to keep going and their promise to return to their fans soon.
First Published:
June 20, 2025, 14:55 IST
