YEAR BTS: THIS IS BTS

CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

JAN 24TH - FEB 1ST

PROJECT OVERVIEW

English: To celebrate YEAR BTS, ARMY wants to celebrate and revisit 12-year career over the span of 9 days with hopes on reminiscing and learning BTS history through streaming BTS music. This project will be 9 days long - each day we will visit a BTS "era", that could consist in 2 or more albums each.


Spanish: Para celebrar el AÑO BTS, ARMY quiere celebrar y revisitar 12 años de carrera en un lapso de 9 días con la esperanza de recordar y aprender la historia de BTS. Este proyecto durará 9 días. Cada día visitaremos una "era" de BTS, que podría consistir en 2 o más álbumes cada una.

FOR ARMY

To start click on each day, and you will be guided to a quick overview of a bts era accompanied with a streaming party and a twitter space.

FOR ARMY FANBASES

FEEL FREE TO JOIN US EACH DAY AND HOST YOUR OWN STREAMING PARTIES AND ACTIVITIES TO EDUCATE ARMY ON EACH BTS ERA.

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DISCLAIMER: THIS PROJECT FOCUSES ON SIGNIFICANT BTS ERAS ONLY. MANY INDEPENDENT SINGLES, COLLABORATIONS, AND REMIXES MAY NOT BE INCLUDED. NEVERTHELESS, WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE A COMPREHENSIVE LIBRARY OF ALL BTS RELEASES, AVAILABLE AT THE LINK BELOW.

ESTE PROYECTO SE ENFOCA ÚNICAMENTE EN ERAS SIGNIFICATIVAS DE BTS. ES POSIBLE QUE NO SE INCLUYAN MUCHOS SENCILLOS, COLABORACIONES Y REMIXES INDEPENDIENTES. SIN EMBARGO, NOS ESFORZAMOS POR OFRECER UNA BIBLIOTECA COMPLETA DE TODOS LOS LANZAMIENTOS DE BTS, DISPONIBLES EN EL ENLACE QUE SE ENCUENTRA A CONTINUACIÓN.

CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

Welcome to Day One - Ready Set and Begin

Today's activities:

ActivityTimeWhereLink
Stationhead Live Streaming PartyThroughout the daySTATIONHEAD @SPWARMY25https://www.stationhead.com/spwarmy25
Twitter Space Podcast (English Speakers)11:30am KSTTwitter account @spw_armyhttps://x.com/spw_army

DREAMS, BREAKING RULES, SOCIAL PRESSURE, YOUNG LOVE

"What is the you that you’ve dreamed of
Who do you see in the mirror now, I gotta say go on your own way
Even if you live only one day, do something
Put your weakness away"
No More Dream by BTS

JUNE 12, 2013

2 COOL 4 SKOOL

"We are now going to progress to some steps that are a bit more difficult. Ready, set, and begin." BTS begins their debut single album with a powerful phrase. The debut album "2 COOL 4 SKOOL" begins the "Skool" series of BTS. A new, bold message from hip hop boyband BTS! “What is your dream”? 2 COOL 4 SKOOL became a success for many due to the raw themes targeting young people struggling in society such as competitiveness, anxiety, and imposed rules. Each member takes part in creating the lyrics and music for every song on the album.

FUN FACTS

  • BTS debuted as a Hip Hop group.

  • This single has two hidden tracks that do not appear on the album's tracklist.

  • This is BTS' only Korean single album.

  • In April 2020, the album debuted at #12 on the Billboard World Albums Chart. Army is funny.

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#2COOL4SKOOL
#THIS_IS_BTS
#YEAR_BTS
#BTS_DAYONE

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

O!RUL8,2?

With O!RUL8,2?, BTS offers the message that “you must find your happiness and your own life before it’s too late.” BTS continues to touch on students’ struggles as main topics on their second album - the sacrifice of dreams students must make under the pressure from society studying machines, without taking time to think abut the future or their own dreams. BTS also describe their struggles within the industry as they ask, "What happens if Bangtan (BTS) rises?" in the lyrics of their popular song 'The Rise of Bangtan' aka 'Attack on Bangtan'.

FUN FACTS

  • "O!RUL8,2?" is a playful way of saying "Oh! Are you alright?" in Korean, reflecting the album's theme of teenage struggles and rebellion

  • "O!RUL8,2?" showcases a more raw and aggressive sound compared to later BTS albums, reflecting their early musical style.

  • O!RUL8,2? debuted at number four on the Gaon Weekly Chart in the second week of September 2013

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

#ORUL82
#THIS_IS_BTS
#YEAR_BTS
#BTS_DAYONE

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

SKOOL LUV AFFAIR

This album is a culmination of the “School Trilogy” project that discusses the topics of most interest to teens their own age—dreams, happiness and love. 'SKOOL LUV AFFAIR' focuses on the feelings on young students' love, and the struggles to manage the feelings and pressures to meet certain standards under someone else's eyes. The members ensured songs reflect the reality of the music fans of their own generation.

FUN FACTS

  • This album was the first by BTS to reach number one on the Gaon Album Chart in South Korea

  • "SKOOL LUV AFFAIR" marked BTS's first entry on the Billboard World Albums Chart

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

MAY 14, 2024

SKOOL LUV AFFAIR: SPECIAL EDITION

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs


This site is Made by fans, the BTS ARMY. Graphics on this site were made using Canva Pro. Designs. Images on this site belong to Big Hit Entertainment and HYBE. This site is not affiliated with BTS, Big hit music, Hybe entertainment, or Geffen. This site and the contents of this site are not monetized. This site will be removed/deleted by February 15th 2025 - once the fan activities are completed.

CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

Welcome to Day Two - It's time to wake up!

Today's activities:

ActivityTimeWhereLink
Stationhead Live Streaming Party2A - 3P KSTSTATIONHEAD @SPWARMY25https://www.stationhead.com/spwarmy25

REBELLION, DARK SIDE, ANGST, DESIRES

AUGUST 19, 2014

DARK & WILD

In their first studio album, BTS showcases a more mature voice. Focusing on the complex side of young relationships and the pursuit of love, the album speaks a message of warning.Love hurts, it causes anger, jealousy, obsession, why don't you love me back. They warn the girl who acts like she doesn't love them not to test their love anymore.

FUN FACTS

  • Dark & Wild is BTS first full length studio album

  • The title track Danger is considered to be the sequel to Boy in Luv by many

  • Boy in Luv Chinese version is their one Chinese song in their entire discography

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

DECEMBER 24, 2014

WAKE UP

Released on December 24, 2014, Wake Up is BTS first full length Japanese Studio album. The album features singles "NO MORE DREAM -Japanese Ver.-", "BOY IN LUV -Japanese Ver.-" and "DANGER -Japanese Ver.-" and new original Japanese songs.This marks the transition to a new era.

  • Wake up is the first full length Japanese studio album

  • The album peaked at No. 3 on the Japan Oricon weekly album chart

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

Made by fans, the BTS ARMY. Images on this site belong to Big Hit Entertainment and HYBE. This site is not affiliated with BTS, Big hit music, Hybe entertainment, or Geffen. The purpose of this site is solely to entertain the BTS ARMY and this site is not monetized. This site will be removed/deleted by February 1st 2025 - once the fan activities (music streaming, music buying, etc) are completed.

CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

Welcome to Day Three

Today's activities:

ActivityTimeWhereLink
Stationhead Live Streaming Party2A - 3P KSTSTATIONHEAD @SPWARMY25https://www.stationhead.com/spwarmy25
Twitter Space Podcast930P EST **** 1130A KSTTwitter account @spw_armyhttps://x.com/spw_army

YOUTH, FRIENDSHIP, MEMORIES

After showcasing the struggles of young people in society with their previous "SKOOL" era, and the transition into maturity with "DARK&WILD, BTS takes a turn and introduces a trilogy showcasing the beauty of youth, friends, love, and the greatest moments.

APRIL 29, 2015

The Most Beautiful Moment in life (Pt. 1)

After discussing dreams, happiness and love - this new album begins to discuss “youth”. Outlining the start of young adulthood, BTS shows their continued growth with lyrics focusing on the uncertainties of adulthood vs. the glamour of youth.In their 3rd mini album, all members are included on the production and songwriting credits.

FUN FACTS

  • This album was the sixth best selling album in South Korea in 2015

  • This album marks BTS 3rd mini album

  • This album debuted at number two on the Billboard World Albums

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

The Most Beautiful Moment in life (Pt. 2)

A continuation of the message of the prior album, pt 2 continues the sprint forward into adulthood amidst uncertainty and insecurity. Facing the realities of grown up life and that it may not always be beautiful, they seek to move forward with passion and perseverance. This is the beauty of the moment: facing life head on despite its uncertainties.In this 2nd installment, BTS shows their continued growth and development in music. They are clearly just getting started.

FUN FACTS

  • This album marked BTS' first appearance on the Billboard 200

  • This album was the sixth best selling album in South Korea in 2015

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

MAY 2, 2016

The Most Beautiful Moment in Life :
YOUNG FOREVER

Young Forever is the final chapter in The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Era. A compilation album by BTS, it marks the conclusion of a set of stories expressed by young adults that continue to sprint forward despite uncertainty.Marked as their first special album, Young Forever foreshadows a new chapter.

FUN FACTS

  • This album was the fourth best selling album in South Korea in 2016

  • This album debuted at No. 107 on the Billboard 200 chart.

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

YOUTH

Youth marks the second full length Japanese album by BTS. The album continues the story of young adulthood with new original Japanese songs, along with features "For You", "I Need U" and "Run".

FUN FACTS

  • Youth peaked at number one on Japan Oricon Weekly Album Chart.

  • Youth was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) after selling over 100,000 copies

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

Made by fans, the BTS ARMY. Images on this site belong to Big Hit Entertainment and HYBE. This site is not affiliated with BTS, Big hit music, Hybe entertainment, or Geffen. The purpose of this site is solely to entertain the BTS ARMY and this site is not monetized. This site will be removed/deleted by February 1st 2025 - once the fan activities (music streaming, music buying, etc) are completed.

CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

Welcome to Day Four - Spread your wings!

Today's activities:

ActivityTimeWhereLink
Stationhead Live Streaming Party2A - 3P KSTSTATIONHEAD @SPWARMY25https://www.stationhead.com/spwarmy25
Twitter Space Podcast9P EST *** 11A KSTTwitter account @spw_armyhttps://x.com/spw_army
Twitter Space Podcast (Spanish Speakers)7AM KST / 5PM ESTTwitter account @BTSDAILYCHILEhttps://x.com/btsdailychile

FEARS & GROWTH

'Going down the path that others tellnot to go,doing things that others tell not to do,wanting things that are not supposedto be wanted,and getting hurt again, hurt againYou can call me stupidthen I’ll just smile backI don’t want to succeed withsomething that I don’t want to doI push myself'- Wings by BTS

OCTOBER 10, 2016

WINGS

Wings is the second full length studio album by BTS. A new era of pain and bliss, wings explores the first encounters of temptation in adulthood.

FUN FACTS

  • The album was the best-selling album of 2016 in South Korea

  • Each member recorded their own solo song for the album.

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

"Because I didn’t have many worries, I was full of the belief and conviction that this little feather would become wings and that the wings would make me fly along with the sound of laughter.” - Wings

Feburary 17th 2017

YOU NEVER WALK ALONE

This album is a 2nd BTS special album. Wings as a closure to the chapter of discussions on youth and growth. A message of comfort is displayed throughout the repackaged album of Wings.

  • The album was the third best selling album of 2017 in South Korea

  • Spring Day debuted at No. 15 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart. It was also Song of the Year at the 2017 Melon Music Awards

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

Made by fans, the BTS ARMY. Images on this site belong to Big Hit Entertainment and HYBE. This site is not affiliated with BTS, Big hit music, Hybe entertainment, or Geffen. The purpose of this site is solely to entertain the BTS ARMY and this site is not monetized. This site will be removed/deleted by February 1st 2025 - once the project activities (music streaming, music buying, etc) are completed.

CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

Welcome to Day Five

Today's activities:

ActivityTimeWhereLink
Stationhead Live Streaming Party2A - 3P KSTSTATIONHEAD @SPWARMY25https://www.stationhead.com/spwarmy25
Twitter Space Podcast9P EST **** 11A KSTTwitter account @spw_armyhttps://x.com/spw_army

LOVE

Two universal themes: love and acceptance. This is where the LOVE YOURSELF series begins. A spectacular showcase of self-love, acceptance, the secrets of the spirit, and power of the heart.11. Love Yourself 'Her'
12. Face Yourself (Japanese album)
13. Love Yourself 'Tear'
14. Love Yourself 'Answer'

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Love Yourself 'Her'

Love Yourself Her (LY Her) is the first album in the series of expressing true love. The narrative of experiecing love for the first time and the evolution into self love across the LY series begins here.

FUN FACTS

  • DNA was the first US Hot 100 entry for BTS

  • The album reached 1,051,546 of pre-orders. BTS was the first K-pop group to reach 1M pre-orders for a single album.

  • All tracks from LY Her place in the top 40 of the Ganon Digital Chart

  • The album debuted at number seven on the Billboard 200.

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

APRIL 4, 2018

Face Yourself (Japanese album)

Face Yourself is the third studio Japanese album by BTS. There are both single features and new original Japanese songs on Face Yourself.

FUN FACTS

  • The album is certified Double Platinum by RIAJ

  • Face Yourself debuted at number 43 on the Billboard 200

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

MAY 18, 2018

Love Yourself 'Tear'

Love Yourself Tear (LY Tear) is the third full length studio album by BTS. The second chapter in the Love Yourself series, LY Tear vocalizes loving yourself as the beginning of true love. After the fluttering of the heart feelings, LY Tear speaks to the pain faced in a love that is fake and absent of self love first.

FUN FACTS

  • LY HER debuted at number one on Billboard 200

  • The album was the second best-selling album of 2018 in South Korea

  • Fake Love debuted at number 10 on the US Hot 100

  • The album was a nominee for the Grammys "Best Recording Package".

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

AUGUST 24, 2018

Love Yourself 'Answer'

Love Yourself Answer (LY Answer) is the third chapter of the Love Yourself series. While the album is somewhat like a repackaged album, LY Answer includes new songs.LY Answer is a huge celebration of loving yourself true love.

  • The album debuted at number one on Billboard 200

  • IDOL debuted at number 11 on the US Hot 100

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

Made by fans, the BTS ARMY. Images on this site belong to Big Hit Entertainment and HYBE. This site is not affiliated with BTS, Big hit music, Hybe entertainment, or Geffen. The purpose of this site is solely to entertain the BTS ARMY and this site is not monetized. This site will be removed/deleted by February 1st 2025 - once the project activities (music streaming, music buying, etc) are completed.

CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

Welcome to Day Six

Today's activities:

ActivityTimeWhereLink
Stationhead Live Streaming PartyThrougout the day!STATIONHEAD @SPWARMY25https://www.stationhead.com/spwarmy25
Twitter Space Podcast (English)11:30am KSTTwitter account @spw_armyhttps://x.com/spw_army

WHO YOU ARE; SELF DISCOVERY; PERSONA; EGO, SHADOW

BTS introduces a new story with the Map of the Soul series. Following their delivered message of LOVE through their previous era, BTS looks forward to the shaping of the future with the knowledge they have gained - while encountering all the shadows.Through their lyrics, BTS highlights the journey of self-exploration.15. Map of the Soul: Persona
16. Map of the Soul: 7
17. Map of the Soul: 7 THE JOURNEY (Japanese album)

APRIL 12, 2019

Map of the Soul: Persona

In the first chapter of Map Of The Soul (MOTS), BTS expresses the joy in connecting with fans with a new found love. They want to know more about the ones that helped them evolve and grow to where they are now - army.Alongside self reflection 'Who am I', BTS expresses the fulfillment of finding joy in the little things and feelings of being refreshed with army, all in the unique style that BTS has become known for.

FUN FACTS

  • Boy with Luv debuted at number 8 on the US Hot 100 chart

  • This album was the best-selling album of 2019 in South Korea. It was the third best-selling album of 2019 in the world.

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Map of the Soul: 7

Map of the Soul 7 (MOTS-7) is the fourth full length studio album by BTS. Continuing the journey of self discovery, MOT-7 takes a look inward - acknowleding that the shadow is a part of discovering oneself.BTS expresses their growth, looking back from debut up to this point. This is their story of finding their real complete selves.

FUN FACTS

  • This album was the top selling album of 2020 in South Korea. MOTS-7 was also the top selling album worldwide in 2020

  • MOTS-7 debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs

JULY 14, 2020

Map of the Soul: Persona

Map of the Soul - The Journey is the fourth full length Japanese album by BTS. The album includes feature singles and new Japanese songs.

FUN FACTS


  • The album is certified Triple Platinum by RIAJ

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs


Made by fans, the BTS ARMY. Images on this site belong to Big Hit Entertainment and HYBE. This site is not affiliated with BTS, Big hit music, Hybe entertainment, or Geffen. The purpose of this site is solely to entertain the BTS ARMY and this site is not monetized. This site will be removed/deleted by February 1st 2025 - once the project activities (music streaming, music buying, etc) are completed.

CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

Welcome to Day SEVEN

Today's activities:

ActivityTimeWhereLink
Stationhead Live Streaming Party2A - 3P KSTSTATIONHEAD @SPWARMY25https://www.stationhead.com/spwarmy25
Twitter Space Podcast930P EST **** 1130A KSTTwitter account @spw_armyhttps://x.com/spw_army

TO BE; TO EXIST; TO ENJOY; TO DANCE

August 21, 2020

DYNAMITE

“Dynamite” is a Disco Pop single that sings of joy and confidence, bringing a new surge of much-needed ‘energy’ to reinvigorate the global community. Big Hit

November 20, 2020

BE

During a time of high anxiety and fear, BTS released an album to express their feelings and offer comfort during a time that the world stopped without warning. Despite the unkown, the message is to reach into the future.

May 21, 2021

BUTTER

“Butter” puts forth BTS’ unique charm that no one else can pull off. Sometimes smooth, at times charismatic, the duality of BTS, that they claim to “owe it all to my mother,” will melt listeners' hearts. The fun and witty lyrics brimming with positive and bright energy will instantly uplift moods. Big Hit

JULY 9, 2021

PERMISSION TO DANCE

Belonging to the dance pop genre, “Permission to Dance” sits on piano and string sounds that make the listeners bop their heads and bust some dance moves. Big Hit


CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

Welcome to Day Eight

Today's activities:

ActivityTimeWhereLink
Stationhead Live Streaming PartyThrougout the daySTATIONHEAD @SPWARMY25https://www.stationhead.com/spwarmy25
Twitter Space Podcast11A KSTTwitter account @spw_armyhttps://x.com/spw_army

THIS IS BTS

JUNE 10, 2022

PROOF

Proof is the core of BTS’ history. The new three-CD album introduces three new tracks, one in each CD: “Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)”, “Run BTS” and “For Youth”, each in different genres conveying their own messages. Big Hit

FUN FACTS

  • The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200

  • Proof became the best selling album in 2022 in South Korea. It was the fourth best selling album globally in 2022

  • Yet To Come debuted at number 13 on the US Hot 100 chart

TO SHARE ON TWITTER:
- Share your favorite concert clips of BTS
- Share any fun facts from this era
- Share your favorite lyrics and song from this album
- Share your favorite bangtan bombs


CARRD MADE BY THE FOLLOWING FANBASE(S): @SPW_ARMY @SPW_BTS

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