J-HOPE shares insights on BTS's new album 'SWIM', emphasizing its heartfelt themes and the significance of their comeback as a group.
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BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan)'s J-HOPE's gravure was released. On April 21, in an interview released along with the gravure, J-HOPE said, 'If I were to talk about the identity of this album, I think it is the title track 'SWIM'. I put in the attitude and love towards the life we are living now, so I believe this song is filled with sincerity that can be expected from BTS now and in the future.' He continued, 'The track '2.0' is a song that I directly proposed to the producer from the theme stage, and I thought it was necessary content for the next chapter of BTS.' Regarding their comeback as a complete group for the first time in 3 years and 9 months, J-HOPE expressed, 'I really feel grateful that these 7 people are gathering together.' He said, 'Because everyone's hearts are in agreement, this moment surely exists now.' About the comeback stage at Gwanghwamun Square, he shared, 'It is the first moment when the 7 of us become one again,' and honestly revealed his emotions before the stage. He also mentioned the folk song 'Arirang', which is the title of the album, saying, 'I thought it could be the center that can incorporate the roots of all 7 members, and I wanted BTS's music to represent the times and remain precious in everyone's hearts.'
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