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BTS's Return Highlighted as a Powerful Moment of 2025 by Billboard

BTS's Return Highlighted as a Powerful Moment of 2025 by Billboard
BTS reunites after military service, drawing global attention in the music world.
J-Hope's 'Killin' It Girl' ranks 24th in Billboard's 25 Best K-Pop Songs.
Anticipation builds for BTS's world tour next year.

[TV Daily's Kim Hangil] American music outlet Billboard is focusing on BTS's return. On December 19 (local time), Billboard published an article titled 'The Top 10 Wildest Music Moments That Defined Pop Culture in 2025.'
In this piece, they highlighted the moment BTS gathered together after completing their military service as a significant cultural issue of the year, alongside Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show, Taylor Swift's wedding, and the Netflix film 'K-Pop Demon Hunters.'
Additionally, Billboard announced that BTS's J-Hope's solo single 'Killin' It Girl (feat. GloRilla)' is ranked 24th in its '25 Best K-Pop Songs of 2025.' The track gained global popularity due to its 'solid musical choices and high production quality.' J-Hope's unique rap style adds to the track's appeal, especially with the addictive chorus that builds in intensity towards the end.
Billboard described the song as capturing a moment of 'achievement and confidence,' emphasizing J-Hope's growth as a solo artist. The track notably entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart at 40th place, marking a new peak for J-Hope's solo work.
BTS has also announced plans for a new album release and a worldwide tour in the spring of next year. During a live broadcast with fans, they expressed, '2026 will be the year of BTS,' raising high expectations.

The gathering of BTS after their military service signifies more than just a reunion; it heralds a new beginning. They are poised to reaffirm their presence in the global music scene, building on past successes. The growing interaction with their fan base suggests they will continue to refine and evolve their musical identity.
J-Hope's 'Killin' It Girl' plays a vital role in establishing his uniqueness as a solo artist. Through distinctive rapping and a vibrant beat, he expresses his artistic vision. According to Billboard, the strength of his musical choices is one of the impressive aspects of the track.
BTS's upcoming world tour hints at their long-term vision and commitment to strengthening ties with their fans. This large-scale tour presents an opportunity not just for performances, but for deepening the connection with their global audience.

This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.

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Source: tvdaily.co.kr