On the 12th of this month, Jimin and Jungkook entered the Army's 5th Infantry Division Recruit Training Center located in Yeoncheon, Kyunggi-do Province. But even though they enlisted, that didn't stop Jimin from showing his love for his fans.
He prepared a song for ARMYs in advance and released it this Christmas. Not just a simple music product, Jimin also attached a letter filled with his messages to fans during this difficult time of separation. Fans seemed to cry when reading his messages.
Below is what Jimin gave to fans through his new song along with ARMYs' reactions to this sweet gift:
As fans know, 10 days ago Jimin and Jungkook enlisted in the army, leaving great sadness in the hearts of fans. These days, ARMYs miss them more than ever and look forward to news of BTS members every day.
Understanding what ARMYs will have to go through, BTS tried to fill the gap of m̴i̴l̴i̴t̴a̴r̴y̴ service by releasing content prepared for them in advance. It includes BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star releasing the first episodes and most recently the Christmas gift that Jimin personally prepared for ARMYs.
At 2 pm on December 22, Jimin's song - Closer Than This was released simultaneously worldwide. On the Apple Music platform, they describe this music product: "Before joining the army, the BTS trooper bids farewell to fans". Previously, вιg нιт Music on behalf of Jimin also mentioned: "Closer Than This is a heartfelt fan song that encapsulates Jimin’s genuine feelings for ARMY. As we approach the final days of 2023, we hope that Closer Than This, with its lyrics conveying Jimin’s love and affection for his fans, will bring you hope and warmth."
Fans clearly understand that the song is like a letter that Jimin wants to send to them at a time when all BTS members have enlisted in the army. 'Closer Than This' contains Jimin's firm promise that no matter what happens after four seasons, 'I could never let you go/ Never let you go', along with his gentle comfort, 'Don't have to worry now/ Letting go of your hand for a moment/ But it's only a small comma in our story”. The lyrics make fans unable to stop touching: 'Just call my name out loud/ Until the days tinge purple once again', 'When the paused time begins to run again/ Baby, I'll come back to you'...
This is an easy-to-listen song with an impressive blend of mellow rhythms and hip-hop beats, and Jimin's warm vocals on a background of bright guitar riffs and synth sounds maximize the emotion of the song. The second half of the song shows the hopeful harmony between the children's choir and Jimin. Jimin's charming vocal and the clear voice of the choir blend perfectly and create a deep resonance.
The MV evokes memories by containing unforgettable moments from the past 10 years, such as Jimin composing a new song, BTS's debut in 2013, the concert with ARMY, or the great awards ceremonies... In addition, 'Closer Than This' also has the meaning of marking the end of '#ThisIsJimin', the content that Jimin has presented over the past 3 months. Jimin, who has been continuously releasing short-form performance videos, concluded his solo project by releasing 'Closer Than This' and part of its choreography despite enlisting in the army.
Faced with Jimin's messages through this song, fans couldn't help but express their love for him:
- It нυятs so bad. BTS trooper
- Nooooo jimin why is he so sweet i love the mv so much. And the lyrics !!! oh my god please my heart
- i'll never let you go too, my seven
- oh my this is so beautiful… his voice, the lyrics. Thank you Jiminie
- thank you mimi, this is lovingly beautiful
- it's been over an hour IM STILL CRYING I LOVE YOU SO MUCH
- ohmygod this is so beautiful:( i started sobbing while listening to it
- this is so beautiful and sweet thank you jimin i love you be safe and happy. borahae bangtan forever
- We’ll never let you go too Jimin because we love you so so much
- I cried so much during the whole song my head нυятs this was the best gift i've ever received i can't stop crying Jimin there are no words to describe how much i love you
- The video, the lyrics, this song!!!! I love it so much already!!! Jimin sounds so beautiful and I love all the precious moments shared in the MV. Thank you, Jimin!!
- Thank you, Jimin for your beautiful songs. We are always ready to support you . We love you
