BTS through the years: the K-pop band at the Korean Culture Convention (K-Con), held at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena on August 10, 2014. AFP
BTS through the years: the K-pop band at the Korean Culture Convention (K-Con), held at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena on August 10, 2014. AFP
Members of BTS arrive on the red carpet for K-Con 2014. AFP
Members of BTS arrive on the red carpet for K-Con 2014. AFP
BTS on the red carpet for the Asia Artist Awards in Seoul on November 16, 2016. AFP
BTS on the red carpet for the Asia Artist Awards in Seoul on November 16, 2016. AFP
Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and JungKook of BTS at Music Choice in New York City on March 22, 2017. Getty
Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and JungKook of BTS at Music Choice in New York City on March 22, 2017. Getty
BTS perform Fake Love at the Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 20, 2018. AP
BTS perform Fake Love at the Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 20, 2018. AP
BTS accept the Top Social Artist award at the Billboard Music Awards on May 20, 2018. Reuters
BTS accept the Top Social Artist award at the Billboard Music Awards on May 20, 2018. Reuters
BTS attend the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly on September 24, 2018. AP
BTS attend the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly on September 24, 2018. AP
BTS perform during a Korean cultural event in Paris as part of the South Korean president's official visit to France on October 14, 2018. AFP
BTS perform during a Korean cultural event in Paris as part of the South Korean president's official visit to France on October 14, 2018. AFP
BTS on the red carpet at the Mnet Asian Music Awards in Hong Kong on December 14, 2018. AP
BTS on the red carpet at the Mnet Asian Music Awards in Hong Kong on December 14, 2018. AP
BTS at the Seoul Music Awards on January 15, 2019. Getty
BTS at the Seoul Music Awards on January 15, 2019. Getty
BTS present the award for Best R&B Album during the 61st Grammy Awards on February 10, 2019, in Los Angeles. AFP
BTS present the award for Best R&B Album during the 61st Grammy Awards on February 10, 2019, in Los Angeles. AFP
BTS perform on Saturday Night Live on April 11, 2019. Getty
BTS perform on Saturday Night Live on April 11, 2019. Getty
BTS before rehearsals for KBS 2TV's Music Bank in Yeouido, Seoul, on April 19, 2019. Getty
BTS before rehearsals for KBS 2TV's Music Bank in Yeouido, Seoul, on April 19, 2019. Getty
BTS perform at concert to promote 18th Fina World Championships at a stadium in Gwangju, South Korea on April 28, 2019. EPA
BTS perform at concert to promote 18th Fina World Championships at a stadium in Gwangju, South Korea on April 28, 2019. EPA
BTS and Halsey performing Boy With Luv at the Billboard Music Awards on May 1, 2019. Reuters
BTS and Halsey performing Boy With Luv at the Billboard Music Awards on May 1, 2019. Reuters
BTS attend Youth Day at the Presidential Blue House in Seoul on September 19, 2020. Reuters
BTS attend Youth Day at the Presidential Blue House in Seoul on September 19, 2020. Reuters
BTS present a purple gift box to President Moon Jae-in during the inaugural Youth Day event in Seoul on September 19, 2020. EPA
BTS present a purple gift box to President Moon Jae-in during the inaugural Youth Day event in Seoul on September 19, 2020. EPA
BTS on the red carpet during the annual Mama Awards at Nagoya Dome in Nagoya, Japan, on December 4, 2019. Reuters
BTS on the red carpet during the annual Mama Awards at Nagoya Dome in Nagoya, Japan, on December 4, 2019. Reuters
BTS at the 34st annual Golden Disk Awards ceremony in Seoul on January 4, 2020. EPA
BTS at the 34st annual Golden Disk Awards ceremony in Seoul on January 4, 2020. EPA
BTS arrive at the 62nd annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on January 26, 2020. AP
BTS arrive at the 62nd annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on January 26, 2020. AP
BTS visit the Today Show at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City on February 21, 2020. AFP
BTS visit the Today Show at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City on February 21, 2020. AFP
BTS give an address as part of the YouTube Originals Dear Class of 2020 speeches. YouTube Originals
BTS give an address as part of the YouTube Originals Dear Class of 2020 speeches. YouTube Originals
BTS performing as part of the YouTube Originals Dear Class of 2020 speeches. YouTube Originals
BTS performing as part of the YouTube Originals Dear Class of 2020 speeches. YouTube Originals
BTS perform 'Dynamite' during the MTV Video Music Awards on August 30, 2020. Reuters
BTS perform 'Dynamite' during the MTV Video Music Awards on August 30, 2020. Reuters
BTS accept the award for Best Pop Video for 'On' during the MTV Video Music Awards on August 30, 2020. AP
BTS accept the award for Best Pop Video for 'On' during the MTV Video Music Awards on August 30, 2020. AP
BTS arrives to security check-in at the United Nations headquarters during the 76th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York on September 20, 2021. AFP
BTS arrives to security check-in at the United Nations headquarters during the 76th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York on September 20, 2021. AFP
V, Suga, Jin, Jungkook, RM, Jimin and J-Hope of BTS arrive at the 2021 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California on November 21, 2021. Reuters
V, Suga, Jin, Jungkook, RM, Jimin and J-Hope of BTS arrive at the 2021 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California on November 21, 2021. Reuters
BTS accepts the award for artist of the year at the American Music Awards in 2021 at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. AP
BTS accepts the award for artist of the year at the American Music Awards in 2021 at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. AP
Jin, Suga, V, Jungkook, RM, Jimin, and J-Hope of BTS hold their award for the Favourite Pop Song, Favourite Duo or Group and Artist of the Year awards during the 2021 American Music Awards. Reuters
Jin, Suga, V, Jungkook, RM, Jimin, and J-Hope of BTS hold their award for the Favourite Pop Song, Favourite Duo or Group and Artist of the Year awards during the 2021 American Music Awards. Reuters
BTS pose on red carpet of iHeartRadio Jingle Ball concert in California on December 3, 2021. Reuters
BTS pose on red carpet of iHeartRadio Jingle Ball concert in California on December 3, 2021. Reuters
BTS perform at Jamsil Olympic Park in southern Seoul, South Korea on March 10, 2022. EPA
BTS perform at Jamsil Olympic Park in southern Seoul, South Korea on March 10, 2022. EPA
BTS pose on red carpet of 64th Annual Grammy Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 3, 2022. Reuters
BTS pose on red carpet of 64th Annual Grammy Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 3, 2022. Reuters
BTS perform Butter during 64th Annual Grammy Awards show in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 3, 2022. Reuters
BTS perform Butter during 64th Annual Grammy Awards show in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 3, 2022. Reuters
BTS Permission to Dance concert in Las Vegas on April 10, 2022. Photo: Big Hit Music
BTS Permission to Dance concert in Las Vegas on April 10, 2022. Photo: Big Hit Music
Members of BTS join Karine Jean-Pierre, White House press secretary, centre, during a news conference at the White House in Washington DC on May 31, 2022. Photo: Oliver Contreras / Sipa / Bloomberg
Members of BTS join Karine Jean-Pierre, White House press secretary, centre, during a news conference at the White House in Washington DC on May 31, 2022. Photo: Oliver Contreras / Sipa / Bloomberg

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BTS's new album 'Proof': messages behind the three new songs

Top takeaways from the three newly released tracks that also feature as part of the compilation

Thoraya Abdullahi
Thoraya Abdullahi

June 10, 2022

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BTS fans around the world are excited as the K-pop group have released their anticipated compilation album, Proof.

It is a history of the band's music and consists of 48 tracks across three albums. That means there are old favourites on it, such as Idol, Fake Love and Boy With Luv. However, there are also three new songs: Yet to Come (The Most Beautiful Moment), For Youth and Run BTS, each of which fits into a different genre and conveys its own message.

The first album contains all of the band's hit songs such as I Need U, Burning up and DNA among many others. Meanwhile, the second features the band's solo tracks, such as V’s Singularity, and Jungkook’s Euphoria.

It should also be noted that the first two albums are available to stream online. The third, however, is hard format only and dedicated to their fans, collectively known as the Army. It contains demos and solo a capella tracks such as Jin's Epiphany and group demos of Boy In Luv.

With that said, there's plenty to enjoy in Proof. Here are three takeaways from the three new tracks released on the compilation album.

'Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)'

Starting with soft vocals, the song honours the band's past while also looking forward to their future. The group sing about dedication over the years and hard work in the "hush" of the night through their inspirational lyrics. In looking back on their great moments, they will not stop but continue to "touch the sky" as long as they can.

The song is not only relatable, but it also gives you the boost you need when you are feeling down. It's a reminder of how true it is that, as the old saying goes, hard work pays off.

'Run BTS'

This energetic song from the second album is a reflection of the band's emotions, thoughts and stories. Several of the lyrics refer to the seven members running "bulletproof", which is a reference to the name of the band, Bangtan Sonyeondan (or BTS).

Throughout the three-and-a-half-minute track, they demonstrate their support for each other and their attitude to external influences. The song's lyrics include “the reason for Bangtan's success? All of us just run hard” which stands out as one of the most striking considering how incredibly successful they've become.

'For Youth'

Dedicated to their fans, the song's intro features fan chants and looks back on all the moments the Army have shared with BTS both on and offstage. “You are my best friend for the rest of my life,” the group sing. The band thanks their fans who have made every moment memorable and have made them feel comfortable enough to be themselves.

It's a slower pace and heart-warming track. The theme of the song suggests cherishing every moment.

Support from others not only enables us to thrive, but it also has positive effects on both our mental and physical health. As it shows in the song, while they are successful because of their talent, the strength and support of Army has also help fuel their popularity around the world.

Scroll through the gallery to see BTS meeting US President Joe Biden at the White House

Members of the K-pop supergroup BTS join White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre during the daily briefing at the White House. AP
Members of the K-pop supergroup BTS join White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre during the daily briefing at the White House. AP
BTS members speak during the daily briefing at the White House. AP
BTS members speak during the daily briefing at the White House. AP
Ms Jean-Pierre gestures to group members during the daily briefing. AP
Ms Jean-Pierre gestures to group members during the daily briefing. AP
Ms Jean-Pierre joins BTS members (from left) V, Jungkook, Jimin, RM, Jin, J-Hope and Suga. AP
Ms Jean-Pierre joins BTS members (from left) V, Jungkook, Jimin, RM, Jin, J-Hope and Suga. AP
RM speaks, accompanied by other BTS members, during the daily briefing at the White House. AP
RM speaks, accompanied by other BTS members, during the daily briefing at the White House. AP
A fan of BTS holds up a poster of the band outside the White House. AFP
A fan of BTS holds up a poster of the band outside the White House. AFP
A fan of BTS holds a doll in the likeness of BTS member Jungkook outside the White House in Washington. AFP
A fan of BTS holds a doll in the likeness of BTS member Jungkook outside the White House in Washington. AFP
The Jungkook doll sits at the gates of the White House. AFP
The Jungkook doll sits at the gates of the White House. AFP
Fans hold a BTS poster outside the White House. AFP
Fans hold a BTS poster outside the White House. AFP
BTS members appear at the UN meeting on Sustainable Development Goals during the 76th session of the General Assembly in New York in September. Pool / AP
BTS members appear at the UN meeting on Sustainable Development Goals during the 76th session of the General Assembly in New York in September. Pool / AP
BTS perform at a concert at Jamsil Olympic Park in southern Seoul, South Korea, in Match. EPA / Yonhap Handout South Korea
BTS perform at a concert at Jamsil Olympic Park in southern Seoul, South Korea, in Match. EPA / Yonhap Handout South Korea
BTS members arrive at The Fact Music Awards in Incheon, South Korea, in 2019. AP
BTS members arrive at The Fact Music Awards in Incheon, South Korea, in 2019. AP
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