I am a fairly new Army.. it has been 2 years since I found my 7 angels… I am 71 and never in my wildest dreams thought that 7 boys from Korea would capture my heart and soul as they have done… it still amazes me to see so much talent determination love and spirit in these beautiful souls… thank you

@evaskidmore5561

Ай бұрын

You said it so well. 75 and ARMY. Borahae! Apobango!

Thanks for sharing your 2013 ARMY experience. I turned ARMY in 2019 and felt very sad when I learned about the treatment of BTS. One of the many things that I admire about BTS is that no matter how famous they get they always treat other artists well even if that artist is not famous. There is no need for the negativity. The industry is so hard. Why add to another’s pain? I am thankful that BTS not only survived but are thriving!

As a very new ARMY, I so appreciate the color and depth your analysis adds to the book. I’m stopping to look up everything I can but I cannot access so much of what your experience and memories are providing. These videos are extremely helpful and most appreciated! Thank you!

@yugasreejayathilagan6808

11 ай бұрын

A❤q😊😊

@yugasreejayathilagan6808

11 ай бұрын

😊😊😊😊😊

@nazvel7971

11 ай бұрын

Same. Thank you.

I really enjoyed your video! I'm a newer ARMY and am aware somewhat of the accusations and bullying. My question is, has there ever been resources in the Fandom dedicated to educating ARMYs about bullying and how to handle receiving it, as well as avoiding perpetrating it? There has to be a way to get a handle on this issue. I feel if any fandom can affect real change in online spaces, it's ARMY. I would love to see us devote the same energy we've used to break records to make this kind of change.

Am a 70 yr old ARMY. Truly appreciate your indepth analysis. I truly admire all the boys for who they are and what they do and share with us💜

I love your commentaries/video essays! Amazes me how well you present the facts and analyses. I can't believe you are one of the pioneer Armys, you must be proud of the boys as much as I do. You nice, keep going! ❤

so true BTS did it themself and not because they wanted to gain something they didn´t even knew how many people was looking at them they thought maybe a few local fans so when ever they would have a comeback it got higher and higher but the book explained how it was up an down in sales the first 3 years it was only after wings that they where constant also beautiful moment in life. and now every kpop groups out there is being told to do the same promotions like BTS and it´s EVERYTHING. they dont only borrow one idea, no it´s all of it. like bon voyage run BTS and behind the scenes and doco and vlogs you name it. and the idol know they have to do it and prepare their image to fit with the concert. it´s perfected image, and new fans a eating it raw. and that don´t feel authentic to me at all. and sure the social media and BTS reputation helped them become popular too but it is nothing like BTS. when you look at how passionate BTS army is compared to other fandoms. i mean we would fly to Antarctica for a BTS concert if that was the only way to se them. we have been through the hardships togehter and that is something so unique. BTS gave birth to Hybe. 1 group earned enough money to build a music company that can compete with the big three. i mean other companies had more successful groups in one label but still BTS sold more than all of them combined. also the many merch we buy is really a LOT of money for hybe id think others have that much sales on merch

I have never read and finished a book this size so fast! I thank you for all your insight as 2013 ARMY. I’m also thankful to that First Row ARMY that ignited the spark for BTS to persevere all these years, and then some.

I truly appreciate your breakdown of the chapters💜.I'm Baby Army and fell down the rabbit hole in late 2021... I haven't looked back since😊..I have the highest respect for the members and still so much to learn. Since you're one of the GOATS👏 I will continue to watch and listen to your insights. Thank you 0:18

Your point about the value of having all of the BTS content available for new fans is so true. As a really new fan, it has been overwhelming, but everything is so good and so entertaining that it draws you in and takes over your life. You feel like you are getting to know them as people, not just as performers, and that connection is powerful. Another interesting point is that BTS is my introduction to K-pop and there is so much intriguing BTS content to consume that I don't have time to explore other groups - not a bad marketing strategy!

You do such a great job organizing your analysis in a clear manner. This chapter was also hard for me to read. It must have felt like for every step forward they were pushed 2 steps back. The funny thing is that all the fandoms that bullied and denigrated them back then are now crying foul because BTS mentioned in general what happened. Revisionist history by miscreants is nothing new, but it always amazes me how hypocritical people can be. Bang PD and his team don't get enough credit in my opinion. The way they nurtured the guys and encouraged them to be different looks inspired in hindsight, but at the time it must have been so risky.

@boyskiz

11 ай бұрын

Yes I agree with you like Bang PD and the staff are not given enough credit. The fact is without Bang PD's guidance and love for them BTS will not be in this position no matter how talented they are. It was and still made them for what they are now. He treats BTS as his children and family like he will protect them with his life. That's why it really hurts when the "new" keeps complaining that BangPD or BigHit is not doing enough for BTS. BTS will not be BTS without Bang PD and the team.

@WilliamsAK07

11 ай бұрын

I have not read the book yet, but very much enjoyed the video. I find it extremely hypocritical of these fandoms crying foul; after what they put these very young boys/adolescents through, worked so hard, teaming up with other fandoms to what, kill their (BTS) dreams? I did so much reading that I knew one or two of the fandoms, but I know BTS is not looking for payback, not looking for their fans to react negatively, so I have to focus on the success of BTS, but it's hard even now seeing other fandoms try minimize/down play BTS' success, the opportunities that BTS has brought to K Pop. BTS members, staff (Big Hit), I cannot say enough good things about all of them, how strong they are and ARMY for standing with them and often being bullied by other fandoms. ARMY, you are awesome for standing with BTS, stay focused on the good things that happened because you're a big part ARMY of why the good things happened. Continue to spread, good, loving and strong messages!!!

I am so honored to know an Army since 2013...🖐🖐....really I am....discovering their success story in 2017 already feels "hurtfull"...i cannot imagine you going through "real time hurt and hatered"...the "hurt" must be extra real...Chapter 2 would be really hard to read 😢😢😢. I am currently ending Chapter 1...my 1 word to sum up Chapter 1; diligent. Borahea 💜

Thank you for sharing. My thanks to all the 2013 Armies, your dedication has made my world a better place.

As a 2019 ARMY, I know the basics of everything, but it's good to learn the details from the book. Ch. 2 is hard to read because I feel their despair. I have watched 2014 MAMA so many times, but it hits differently watching it now. I have no idea RM replied to Bobby's diss. I am gonna start ch.3 today so I can watch your Ch3 video this weekend. It's nice to hear from an og ARMY. I get paranoid of who the groups that treated BTS miserably so I don't like any groups from big 3. Only those from the big 3 would have the power to do that or act superior due to their privilege.

i think the best part of the book is that they confirm or highlight the issues BTS had that army also saw. you know when a small problem get out of hand and becomes a big problem by the fans. but everything they addressed was how army saw it too we were not overreating. BTS rarely confirm or deny they just let it be so we talk among ourself. i am not a OG so idk how it was back then, but i have seen rise of bangtan and it´s surprisingly accurate, also with the issues and people they meet.

I love how everything was documented thru video….makes me feel like I was really there since the beginning instead of just since Nov 2023. Good for them to review their own progress but also for us to enjoy and learn from. We can see how hard they really worked to get everything perfect. And that they don’t just rest on their laurels they keep growing. They treat everyone w kindness and humbleness.

And now u can understand people why Suga cried on his last concert.... All the heartache, the fear, the stress now is flowing away.. Leaving a better, clearer path fr the coming time....

My book has arrived! Love your videos, your affection for them is lovely to see. I knew them early on but only became a true fan in 2020 when their energy and good humour got me through a very bad patch. I'm so grateful for these truly brilliant young men. I'm in my late sixties but they inspire me to stay young! Fighting 👊🏽 😍✌️😘

I'm 64 now and proud BTSArmy since 2015, Love your analysis about "Beyond The Story" being an OG ARMY, Thank You! 🤔🙄👍 Always and Forever Army Love, Peace, Wellness and Continued Blessings to Everyone! 🙋🏽🤗😍😘🌹💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💞✌️🙏🇺🇸♾️ #BTSBeyondTheStory #ForeverWithBTS #BTSxArmyGlobalDomination

Thanks for your great sharing and reflection! It gave me more depth to understand what happened!!!👍👏❤

That was a tough chapter for me to read even as an army since 2020. I knew most of the stories, but what struck me was the tenacity. Also the foundation was set on a very firm and solid ground.

Subscribed after this. It's the first time you didn't just educate me, you empathized with me. Painful to relive, yet grateful it's in the past. Thanks 💜

I am a newer ARMY, and I appreciate you for sharing your experience as an OG SARMY in this chapter. It was so hard to read myself, I can't imagine living through it. I admire ARMY and BTS's strength to persevere through that time. They are amazing and deserve only the best! So proud to be ARMY!

I am so glad I discovered your channel! I don't normally spend $ on frivolous things as I am trying to save for a house & eventual retirement as I am in my 50s, but I did splurge on this book. I haven't had a chance to read it yet, but am getting my fix from your videos until I have time to sit down and really get absorbed in it. Your explanation today got me a bit misty-eyed. After hearing about their early trials over the past... 4+ years i have fully followed them, I just have to remind myself that these experiences have formed an extraordinary group of kind, talented, funny, driven, young men. Truly beautiful people. I hope wherever their future paths take them, they find happiness and respect. Thank you for sharing your own experiences and insight. 💜

I'm a2017 ARMY who really enjoyed your perspective. Please keep making videos. Thanks

It's hardbreaking to listen to the hardships they all go through. But in the end their hard work and purpose made them successful and very popular👍💜too bad there are still haters out there

Wow. I bought the book, but hearing your review makes makes it come alive somehow. Like a first hand retelling. Thank you

Why is this chapter controversial? I'm not on social media, so I'm not sure what's going on . Why would it be controversial? This is their story. I'm actually glad the members actually addressed them. Btw, thank you for these videos. I love hearing your insight, and I love it that you were there from the beginning. I enjoyed this book so much, I didn't want it to end. I'm reading again now, and actually looking at all the QR codes. I think each of them could have filled this 500-page book.

Thanks for your continued analysis. I am a 15 month old ARMY and the Rise of Bangtan docuseries was how I was able to see and feel how it was from the beginning, which of course used the vlogs. They were amazing to show you what was going on and thoughts about what was going on. Even though hard to read, actually talking about the cyberbullying and the incidents where they named names (just two) seemed gutsy to me. I still don't understand the fan wars, but I was not surprised by those who decided to "revise the history." I'm sure it's still really hard to handle that this group they never liked is a GOAT. There really is nothing that they can do about it, but they seem to want to try. I'm looking forward to listening to all the rest of your chapters!

I love your video. You are very clear and concise about our BANGTAN boys. I’m reading this book right now too but did not get all these insights since i am a new army. I can’t wait to watch your reviews of each chapter

Hello, fellow Army. I don't know your name but have liked and sibscribed to this channel because of your BTS videos. I appreciate all that you have done for BTS since 2013 as I am a 2018 Army now 70 urs old from Benguet, Philippines. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experiences of and with BTS. I love the boys so much all I can do is watch contents on the internet about them as merch and others are beyond my capacity to afford. I would have loved to have a copy of the book. Am settling for your chapters and eagerly await for the suceeding ones. God bless you more!

@AsianEntertainmentandCulture

10 ай бұрын

i will send you a copy of the book. follow me on twitter and DM me your address and full name and contact. When you DM me, screenshot this exchange and send it to me.

@mariegmolintas4696

7 ай бұрын

@@AsianEntertainmentandCulture 😭😭😭am no tech savvy and due to change of cell phones i dont have the passwords to the apps i used to have. now all i have is youtube and facebook. how to DM you🥲🥲so sorry.

I’m looking forward to more reaction from you about “beyond the story” of bts. Thanks for this video.

Thank you so much for going through the book chapter by chapter. This is like a book club except you are sharing your experiences and insights into the events sited in the book. I was looking for the lyric RM rapped in MAMA 2014 but couldn't find it easily. Thank you for including it in this video. Borahae!

I can't wait to have the book. I am so crying right now. Thank you so much!

I got my book today and I am excited to read it but especially now after listening to you analysis’. Thank you for your commentary and I would like to let you know how much I enjoy listening to your speak, beautiful voice. Thank you again. Looking forward to more chapters. 👌🏻.

Thanks for the video, it’s beautiful.

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 Thank you again! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

no wonder BTS won every sport event no other idols was in such a good shape as BTS hehe

Tq for ch.2 Love ur insight

I ENJOY THE VIDEO .I HAVE TO GET THE BOOK

im so thankful of your sharing. im just new but i love the boys and i do in them. i would love to also join you. im aged already and i very much appreciated the sharing that you made making sure we felt like we were there also. thank you so much. im also a filipina

@AsianEntertainmentandCulture

8 ай бұрын

Mabuhay!!!!

Thank you ... I am looking forward the chapter 3

I feel really bad when I hear them say they don't have friends or they keep to themselves..... i don't know that the end justifies the means in terms of life.... but that's just me. I hope they can and will eventually create a balance

@crystalsnow1138

10 ай бұрын

I think it's probably better for them now as we've seen them hang out with other people aside from each other. But it's not like they had no friends, they had each other. What matters is the quality of friendships, not the quantity.

@3ama4life

10 ай бұрын

@@crystalsnow1138 true... but you hear songs like Alone and the one by RM saying he is lonely and Jimin recently saying he has trouble making friends because he is so shy..... and it makes u go.... Hmmmm... I'm sure they have some friends, but there is a level of isolation that accompanies stardom, and there is some tragedy in that.

Thank you.

New to your channel and really appreciate your insight.

Loved your video and the way you explained it

Isn't it an irony that now in this era, armys are the one's personally bullying some of BTS members.

Thank you, I really appreciate your insights!

Muchas gracias desde Argentina.

Thanks for doing this💜🇧🇸

Thanks!

@AsianEntertainmentandCulture

10 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

New subscriber here. Looking forward to more reaction videos from you sbout bts’s story.

Thank-You for sharing , for me it makes it easier Going through the chapters. (I have been ARMY from the end of 2017). 💜

Again thanks

As a baby army I really appreciate your analysis of the chapters. I’ve ordered the book and with your help when I read it I will have a better framework and context of what had gone on at that time. I do have a question about the chapter when you said it was so hard to read. Was it because of the emotions that the chapter invoked or trying to understand what the book was saying? Thank you!

@hoanhuynh7059

11 ай бұрын

It's because she revisited the pain she experienced with BTS back then. Those of us who weren't there at the time probably don't have similar feelings. I think it's because BTS don't have victim mentality so they don't want to make it sounds like they were victimized.

Greatest Of All Time

@AsianEntertainmentandCulture

11 ай бұрын

louder GREATEST OF ALL TIME!!!!!

Truly appreciate and immersed in what ur sharing.. cant wait to read thw book..

What G.O.A.T.S mean? 💜

@boyskiz

11 ай бұрын

Greatest Of All Times

@sybelj8116

11 ай бұрын

Greatest Of All Time

@melleron9836

11 ай бұрын

Ahhh. Thank youuu 💜☺️

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