A look at the strong messages behind these BTS songs

Karen Noronha

 April 24, 2023

Strong messages

BTS has never shied away from taking political stances on issues like mental illness and class conflict

AMYGDALA

The most recent song by Agust D explores the depths of Suga's past traumas

Spring Day

This song discusses the Sewol Ferry Tragedy, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of high school students

Agust D: The Last

A song about overcoming mental illnesses and coping with social anxiety as a global star

Blood Sweat & Tears

This song explores the limits of human desire and obsession leading to an addicting, but toxic love

Answer: Love Myself

This song is an effort to raise awareness of bullying and to fight against these problems

Baepsae

Also called 'Silver Spoon', it talks about class struggle, inherent privileges and generational dilemma

Whalien 52

This song is about loneliness, and the feeling that comes with talking but never being heard

Am I Wrong

This song is about the privileged power-holders in the society

So What

This song encourages all to follow their dreams regardless of the difficulties

Dope

The song calls out judgmental elders who look down on today’s youth

Cypher Pt. 4

The rappers encourage fans to carry on reaching for higher places regardless of negative opinions