
RM
In late 2025, RM made history as the first K-pop keynote speaker at the APEC CEO Summit and revealed BTS had nearly disbanded during their hiatus. The group, sustained by mutual respect, is preparing for a full-group album and world tour in spring 2026, cementing his legacy of cultural influence and advocacy.
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Comprehensive chronicle of RM's journey to global stardom
BTS will reunite in 2026 for their first full-group comeback since completing military service, featuring a new album and world tour. RM announced the spring 2026 album in a Weverse livestream, marking their first group release since 2022's 'Proof' anthology.
BTS will reunite for a new group album in spring 2026, marking their first full-group comeback since completing military service, as announced by RM in a Weverse livestream.
BTS is scheduled to reunite as a full group for a comeback with a new album and world tour. This event is highly significant as it marks the group's first full-group activities since all members completed their mandatory military service. The album will be their first full-group release in nearly four years, following the 2022 anthology 'Proof'.
In July 2025, BTS, led by RM, announced plans for a new group album and world tour in spring 2026, marking their first full-group comeback since 2022 and signaling their reunion after all members completed military service.
BTS will reunite for a new group album in spring 2026, marking their first full-group comeback since completing military service, as announced by RM in a Weverse livestream.
BTS, with RM as its leader, announced plans to return with a new album featuring all seven members and to launch a world tour the following spring. This announcement was a pivotal moment, formally signaling the group's intention to reunite and resume activities after all members completed their mandatory military service. The article notes that this planned release would be their first full-group album since 2022.
BTS will reunite after all members finish military service, with RM and the group resuming activities together, their agency confirmed. Fans can expect their long-awaited comeback soon.
BTS will reunite as a group after all members finish their military service, confirmed by their agency.
BTS dropped their album 'Love Yourself: Answer', featuring RM’s solo track 'Trivia: Love', highlighting the group’s versatility and his personal artistry.
BTS released their new album 'Love Yourself: Answer', featuring RM's solo track 'Trivia: Love'.
RM released his second solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person' on May 24, 2024, featuring 11 self-written tracks that highlight his artistic growth and themes of alienation. The album debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and topped iTunes charts in 59 countries, fueled by prerelease hits like 'Come Back to Me' and 'Lost!'. Promotional music videos, filmed before his military enlistment, further amplified its global success.
RM has dropped the pre-release track 'Come Back to Me' and its music video from his upcoming solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person,' his first solo work since 2022's 'Indigo.' The track explores conflicting emotions about identity and belonging, setting the thematic tone for the full release as part of the album's promotional rollout.
RM's prerelease single 'Come Back to Me' topped iTunes charts in 82 countries, showcasing his global solo influence ahead of his album 'Right Place, Wrong Person'.
RM's second solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person,' featuring 11 self-written tracks, releases at 1 p.m. Korean time, marking his first solo project since 2022's 'Indigo,' showcasing his artistic growth and global appeal and achieving immediate chart success despite his military service.
RM's second solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person' debuted at No. 37 on the British Official Albums Chart, surpassing his previous record, and topped iTunes charts in 59 countries, cementing his success as a solo artist.
RM's solo track "Lost!" topped iTunes charts in 73 countries, showcasing his global appeal and strategic content planning during military service, as reported by Big Hit Music.
RM's new music and live performance videos from his second solo album further promote the project while highlighting his artistic vision and versatility.
RM's second solo album promotion continues with staggered releases of music and live performance videos to engage fans and showcase various album elements.
RM's latest album content rollout includes new music and live performance videos, offering deeper insight into his creative process.
RM's second solo album, 'Right Place, Wrong Person', debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 with 54,000 units, driven by 13 exclusive CD variants.
RM's final music and live performance videos from his second solo album have been released, concluding the promotional campaign while maintaining fan engagement and celebrating the album's success.
RM will drop new music and live performance videos from his album ''Right Place, Wrong Person,'' filmed before his military enlistment in December 2023. The releases aim to boost the album's reach and showcase his solo artistry.
RM will release pre-filmed music and performance videos from his album 'Right Place, Wrong Person' to promote his solo work post-enlistment.
RM and Tablo dropped their new single 'Stop the Rain', their first collab since 2022. The teaser, featuring their voices, showcases RM's lasting hip-hop impact.
RM and Tablo are releasing their first collaborative single since 2022, titled "Stop the Rain," showcasing RM's hip-hop influence, as teased in a social media video.
BTS dropped 'Map of the Soul: Persona' on April 12, 2024, with RM’s intro track 'Persona' taking center stage, showcasing his artistry and BTS’s global influence. The album’s trailer, featuring RM’s dynamic rap and choreography, racked up 5M+ views, fueling massive anticipation. (Alternative even shorter version:) BTS released 'Map of the Soul: Persona' on April 12, 2024, led by RM’s powerful intro 'Persona', with its trailer already hitting 5M+ views. The album cements his creative growth and the group’s worldwide reach.
RM's dynamic rap and expressive performance in BTS' 'Map of the Soul: Persona' trailer underscore his pivotal role in the album's intro and his widespread global appeal, evidenced by over 5 million views.
BTS' album 'Map of the Soul: Persona,' featuring RM's intro track 'Persona,' marks a career milestone for RM and reinforces the group's global music influence.
RM teamed up with hip-hop legend Gaeko on the April 5 release '"Elephant,"' proving his rap prowess and genre-spanning influence. The track cements RM's status as a versatile force in hip-hop.
RM collaborates with Gaeko on the new single 'Elephant,' highlighting his rap skills alongside the hip-hop veteran.
RM's solo track 'Come Back to Me' made waves globally in early 2024, landing at No. 19 on Spotify's K-pop global impact chart—proving his enduring international appeal.
RM's solo track 'Come Back to Me' ranked No. 19 on Spotify's global K-pop impact list in the first half of 2024.
Fall Out Boy dropped a remix of 'Champion' featuring BTS's RM on December 15, 2023, showcasing his global reach. The collab was revealed on Twitter with the hashtag '#RMxFallOutBoy'.
Fall Out Boy will release a remix of 'Champion' featuring RM at midnight, showcasing RM's global crossover appeal, as announced on Twitter with #RMxFallOutBoy.
In November 2023, RM's feature on Drunken Tiger’s 'Timeless' topped U.S. iTunes' hip-hop, K-pop, and music video charts, showcasing his genre-spanning artistry. The track, from 'Drunken Tiger X: Rebirth of Tiger JK', debuted at No. 1 on November 16, reinforcing RM’s global hip-hop influence.
RM's collaboration on Drunken Tiger's chart-topping track "Timeless" underscores his versatility and global influence in hip-hop and beyond.
Drunken Tiger and RM's new collaboration topped the U.S. iTunes hip-hop chart.
On October 23, 2023, RM dropped his introspective second mixtape ''mono.'', featuring collaborations with Honne, eAeon, and Nell. It topped iTunes charts in 86 regions and peaked at No. 26 on the Billboard 200, setting a record for the highest-charting South Korean solo artist.
RM's second mixtape 'mono.,' featuring collaborations with Honne, eAeon, and Nell, topped iTunes charts in 86 regions, showcasing his artistic growth and introspective songwriting as both BTS's leader and a solo artist, and was released for free on BTS' platforms.
RM's solo album 'mono.' set a record as the highest-charting album by a South Korean solo artist on the Billboard 200, debuting at 26th.
BTS's "Spring Day" music video, inspired by RM's personal story, hit 200 million YouTube views on September 24, 2023, becoming their 10th video to reach this milestone. The track, which previously crossed 100 million views in July, highlights RM's deep emotional connection to the song.
BTS's 'Spring Day' hit 100 million YouTube views, becoming their seventh track to do so, with RM's personal lyrical contributions adding emotional depth.
BTS' "Spring Day" music video, reflecting RM's personal experiences, surpassed 200 million YouTube views, becoming their 10th video to reach this milestone and showcasing his emotional impact on the track.
RM co-wrote BTS’s 10th-anniversary track 'Take Two', showcasing his creative influence as the song soared to #1 on iTunes in 92 countries and Spotify’s Global Top 50 with 7.3 million streams. The release celebrated BTS’s decade-long success with fans worldwide.
RM co-composed and co-wrote BTS's 10th-anniversary song 'Take Two', showcasing his creative role and marking a new chapter for the group and their fans, with the song topping iTunes charts in 92 countries and highlighting his enduring creative impact and the song's global success.
RM's song "Take Two" reached number one on Spotify's Global Top 50 chart with over 7.3 million streams, highlighting his significant role in BTS's worldwide success.
On June 7, 2023, RM dropped his solo track ''Bicycle'' on YouTube and SoundCloud—his first solo release since 2018’s ''mono.'' Inspired by bike rides in Seoul, the bilingual song blends personal storytelling with his signature lyrical depth.
RM released his self-written solo song 'Bicycle' on YouTube and SoundCloud, inspired by his Seoul bike rides and marking his first solo project since 2018's 'mono.', showcasing his artistic growth through a relaxed, bilingual track reflecting personal experiences.
In May 2023, RM dropped his second solo album ''Right Place, Wrong Person'', marking a major step in his solo journey. The accompanying documentary captured his creative process and artistic growth.
RM's second solo album, a significant milestone in his career, is the focus of the documentary 'Right Place, Wrong Person', which explores its creation and his artistic growth.
RM co-produced Jimin's solo debut album 'Face' on March 24, 2023, reinforcing his role in supporting BTS members' solo careers. His contribution amplified fan excitement and helped propel the album's success.
RM contributed to Jimin's solo album 'Face', showcasing his collaborative support for BTS members' individual projects during their group hiatus.
RM's feature on So!YoON!'s track 'Smoke Sprite', from the album 'Episode 1: Love', dropped on March 14, 2023, showcasing his enduring musical impact beyond BTS. This collaboration reinforces his versatility as an artist.
RM's song 'Smoke Sprite' will be featured on So!YoON!'s upcoming album 'Episode 1: Love'.
RM's debut solo album 'Indigo' made waves in December 2022, debuting in the top 3 on the Billboard 200 and earning acclaim for its artistic depth. The success set the stage for his 2024 follow-up 'Right Place, Wrong Person' before his military enlistment in late 2023. A live performance video filmed at Dia Beacon museum further highlighted the album's release.
RM's debut solo album 'Indigo', released in December 2022, peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200—one of the highest-charting K-pop solo albums—solidifying his success as a solo artist and marking a pivotal step in his artistic evolution beyond BTS, highlighting his growth as a musician and paving the way for future solo endeavors.
RM released his solo debut album 'Indigo' on December 2, 2022, marking his first official individual project since 2018 (a four-year endeavor) and featuring notable collaborations with artists including Erykah Badu and Anderson .Paak, representing a significant milestone in his solo career.
RM released a live performance video of songs from his debut solo album, recorded at New York's Dia Beacon museum.
RM's solo album 'Indigo' entered the UK Official Albums Chart at No. 45 shortly after its release, showcasing his global solo appeal beyond BTS.
'Indigo' debuted at No. 15 on the Billboard 200 chart.
In 2022, RM's debut solo album 'Indigo' soared to No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and No. 45 on the UK Albums Chart, cementing his global solo appeal beyond BTS. Featuring collaborations like 'All Day' with Tablo, the album set the stage for his future projects, including his highly anticipated first official solo album announced later that year.
RM's debut solo album 'Indigo' reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200 in 2022, making it one of the highest-charting solo projects by a BTS member and placing him among top-charting K-pop soloists like Jimin and Suga, while setting a high standard for his future solo work.
RM's debut solo album 'Indigo', featuring the collaborative track 'All Day' with Tablo, reached No. 45 on the British Official Albums Chart, marking his first solo success outside BTS, highlighting his artistic growth, and setting the stage for future projects including 'Stop the Rain'.
Big Hit Music announced RM's upcoming first official solo album release.
Balming Tiger's 'Sexy Nukim' featuring RM dominated the iTunes global chart on September 2, 2022, proving RM's star power beyond BTS. The track's music video also soared, hitting 2.39 million views in just 24 hours.
Balming Tiger's 'Sexy Nukim' featuring RM topped iTunes' global chart and amassed 2.39 million video views in a day, showcasing RM's global influence beyond BTS.
RM teamed up with Megan Thee Stallion for her single '"Neva Play,"' dropping September 2, 2022. The collab showcases RM's rap versatility, with Megan praising his distinctive style.
RM collaborates with Megan Thee Stallion on her new single 'Neva Play,' showcasing his versatility and earning praise for his unique rap style.
On August 24, 2022, BTS dropped 'Love Yourself: Answer', featuring RM’s solo 'Trivia: Love' alongside two other member solos, highlighting their individual artistry. The album blended group synergy with standout solo performances.
BTS's new album 'Love Yourself: Answer' includes RM's solo track 'Trivia: Love' among three member solo songs.
In 2022, BTS released their anthology album 'Proof' and performed at the 'Yet to Come in Busan' concert, marking their final major group activities before hiatus. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, with the single 'Yet To Come' co-written by RM hitting No. 13 on the Hot 100. These events, led by RM, represented the group's last full-group project before military enlistments, setting the stage for their 2025/2026 comeback.
BTS released their anthology album 'Proof' on June 10, 2022, featuring the track 'Yet To Come' co-created by RM, Suga, and J-hope. RM described the album as a special closing chapter to their nine-year career, celebrating their journey, reflecting their history and sincerity, and featuring heartfelt lyrics dedicated to fans while anticipating their 10th anniversary.
RM's co-written song "Yet To Come" debuted at No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100.
BTS released their anthology album 'Proof' and held the 'Yet to Come in Busan' concert, marking their last major group activities before their hiatus. This year is significant as it represents the last time the full group, led by RM, released music and performed together prior to their military enlistments. The article frames the upcoming 2025/2026 comeback as ending this nearly four-year period without a full-group project.
On May 18, 2022, BTS made history when their album 'Love Yourself: Tear' became the first K-pop album to top the Billboard 200 chart. This breakthrough cemented their global fame and chart dominance.
BTS's album 'Love Yourself: Tear' made history by topping the Billboard 200, boosting their global fame and advancing their chart-topping ambitions.
In 2021, RM and Megan Thee Stallion teamed up for the 'Butter' remix, elevating RM's global presence. Their collaboration peaked with a dynamic joint performance during BTS's LA tour, showcasing their electrifying chemistry. The remix, released on August 27, featured RM, Suga, and J-Hope rapping alongside Megan, adding fresh energy to the hit track.
RM and Megan Thee Stallion boosted RM's global profile through their collaboration on the 'Butter' remix and joint performance during BTS' LA tour.
BTS released a 'Butter' remix featuring Megan Thee Stallion, with RM, Suga, and J-Hope contributing verses.
On July 9, 2021, BTS released 'Permission to Dance', their second Ed Sheeran collaboration, which soared to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100—their fifth chart-topper in record time. RM called it a gift meant to get everyone moving, showcasing BTS's global influence and star-powered collaborations. The track, included in a physical album with 'Butter', reinforced their dominance in the music world.
BTS will release a physical album featuring 'Butter' and their new Ed Sheeran collaboration, 'Permission to Dance'.
BTS's second Ed Sheeran collaboration, 'Permission to Dance', debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming their fifth chart-topper—the fastest such achievement in three decades—and was described by RM as a gift meant to get everyone dancing.
BTS's "Permission to Dance" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking their fifth chart-topping hit, with RM highlighting its unifying energy and contributing to the group's global success.
On May 31, 2021, RM co-wrote TXT's title track '0X1=Lovesong (I Know I Love You)' for their album 'The Chaos Chapter: Freeze', expanding his creative work outside BTS. The song highlighted his versatility as a songwriter.
RM co-wrote TXT's main track "0X1=Lovesong (I Know I Love You)" on their album 'The Chaos Chapter: Freeze'.
BTS's 2021 hit 'Butter', co-written and produced by RM, dominated global charts, earning Record of the Year from 'Variety' and amassing 34 million YouTube views in just three hours. The upbeat summer track, first performed at the Billboard Music Awards, highlighted RM’s songwriting prowess and BTS’s pop reign. RM called it a vibrant anthem meant to uplift listeners during the pandemic.
BTS's 'Butter,' co-written and produced by RM, became a global hit and earned Record of the Year from Variety, further cementing RM's success as a songwriter and producer.
BTS released their second English single 'Butter' on May 21, 2021, which became a record-breaking megahit described by RM as spreading positive energy during the pandemic. The song reinforced the group's global pop dominance and chart success, with its debut performance set for the 2021 Billboard Music Awards.
BTS dropped their album 'BE' on November 20, 2020, capturing their pandemic-era emotions while delivering a hopeful message to fans. RM played a key role in crafting tracks like 'Life Goes On' and 'Telepathy', highlighting his creative input.
BTS releases their new album 'BE', marking a major career milestone. The album includes tracks like 'Life Goes On' and 'Telepathy' with contributions from RM.
BTS dropped their English single 'Dynamite' on August 21, 2020, aiming to uplift fans during the pandemic. The track became a global smash, cementing the group's worldwide appeal and commercial success.
BTS's pre-released English-language single 'Dynamite,' aimed at energizing fans, showcased their global awareness and audience connection, becoming a major international hit.
On April 28, 2020, RM lent his voice to Hybe Edu's 'Learn! Korean with TinyTAN' language kit, expanding his role into educational content. This collaboration highlighted his versatility beyond music.
RM's voice was included in a trial version of Hybe Edu's Korean language learning kit featuring TinyTAN.
On April 17, 2020, RM revealed BTS was working on a self-produced album during a YouTube livestream, signaling a fresh creative approach despite pandemic hurdles. His announcement showcased his leadership and hinted at more updates from the group.
RM announced BTS's new self-produced album in a YouTube vlog, leading the project and sparking further updates from the group amid pandemic challenges.
BTS dropped 'Map of the Soul: 7' on February 21, 2020, celebrating their seven-year journey with an album that highlights their artistic growth and teamwork. RM emphasized its importance in interviews, fueling fan excitement for this milestone release.
BTS's upcoming album 'Map of the Soul: 7,' marking their seven-year career milestone with all seven members, has generated excitement as RM highlighted their hard work during an interview.
Younha released her album 'Unstable Mindset' on January 6, 2020, featuring RM on the standout track 'Winter Flower', highlighting his musical range. The album was widely available on major streaming platforms.
Younha's album 'Unstable Mindset,' featuring the collaborative track 'Winter Flower' with RM, showcases his musical versatility and was released on major online music platforms.
In 2019, RM joined Lil Nas X’s 'Seoul Town Road' remix, blending Korean cultural references like "homi" into the global hit, highlighting his lyrical artistry. The track’s Grammy performance and worldwide release further cemented RM’s influence and versatility as a cross-cultural collaborator.
RM's lyrics referencing Korean culture in 'Seoul Town Road' highlighted his ability to blend local elements into global music, later showcased in a Grammy performance.
RM showcased his musical versatility and global appeal through the well-received Seoul version of 'Old Town Road,' titled 'Seoul Town Road,' his collaboration with Lil Nas X, which paved the way for future international partnerships.
RM collaborated with Lil Nas X on the remix "Seoul Town Road," demonstrating his global appeal and lyrical skill after Lil Nas X proposed the partnership.
On March 27, 2019, RM and HONNE dropped a revamped version of 'Crying Over You', featuring RM’s new rap verses, showcasing their creative synergy. The release, announced on HONNE’s social media, came ahead of BTS’s 'Map of the Soul: Persona' album.
HONNE and RM released their second collaboration on March 27, 2019 - a reimagined version of HONNE's 2018 track 'Crying Over You' featuring new rap verses by RM, showcasing their ongoing creative partnership ahead of BTS's April 12 album.
In March 2019, RM released 'Persona,' a deeply introspective track exploring identity and Jung's 'shadow' theory. Its raw honesty and personal resonance marked a bold new direction for BTS, earning acclaim from fans and critics.
RM's intro track 'Persona' delves into identity and Jung's 'shadow,' marking a deeper, introspective turn in BTS's music, praised for its raw honesty and personal resonance.
At the 61st Grammy Awards on February 10, 2019, RM teased BTS's upcoming album, hinting at collaborations and a "really soon" release. He revealed the band had worked all night before flying to the U.S., exciting fans with the surprise announcement.
RM revealed BTS's imminent new album at the Grammys, teasing collaborations and confirming a near release after intense preparation.
In 2019, RM envisioned 'Indigo' as a deeply personal solo album, capturing his emotions and growth. The project reflects his artistic evolution and paves the way for future solo work.
RM's solo album 'Indigo' serves as a personal diary capturing his emotions, concerns, and evolving perspectives, showcasing his growth since his last project.
On December 31, 2018, RM co-wrote Jimin’s solo track 'Promise', showcasing his creative collaboration and support for fellow BTS members. The song was released for free on SoundCloud and BTS’s blog.
RM co-wrote Jimin's free solo single "Promise," demonstrating his songwriting versatility and support for BTS members' solo projects.
In October 2018, RM released his introspective mixtape 'mono.', showcasing his solo artistry and emotional depth while debuting at #26 on the Billboard 200. Featuring collaborations like HONNE on 'seoul' and the NASA-approved 'Moonchild', the project marked a pivotal moment in RM's career before 'Indigo'. Its success—21,000 equivalent units sold in its first week—solidified his influence beyond BTS.
RM's solo mixtape 'Mono' achieved Billboard 200 success, solidifying his credibility as an independent artist and paving the way for future projects like 'Indigo.'
RM's solo project 'mono.' (released October 2018) showcased his artistic growth and emotional depth, serving as his final solo project before 'Indigo' and highlighting his artistic evolution through its black-and-white aesthetic, which starkly differed from 'Indigo's' natural tones, paving the way for individual releases by other BTS members.
"mono.' debuted historically on the Billboard 200 with 21,000 equivalent album units (including 16,000 traditional sales) in its first week."
RM's second mixtape 'mono.', released for free, highlighted his artistic growth and debuted at No. 26 on the Billboard 200.
On August 24, 2018, BTS dropped 'Love Yourself: Answer', a compilation album from their 'Love Yourself' series, featuring RM’s introspective solo track 'Trivia: Love'. The release deepened the group’s exploration of self-love, blending personal and universal themes.
BTS released their new album 'Love Yourself: Answer', featuring RM's solo track 'Trivia: Love'.
BTS's 2017 album 'Love Yourself: Her' introduced themes of self-respect, inspiring their UNICEF-backed 'Love Myself' campaign. RM framed the album as a response to declining self-reflection in the digital age, marking a pivotal moment in their global influence.
RM highlighted the themes of self-respect and "Love Yourself" in BTS's album 'Love Yourself: Her', which later inspired their UNICEF "Love Myself" campaign, amplifying their philanthropic impact.
BTS's album 'Love Yourself: Her' emphasized self-love and personal growth, marking a pivotal moment in their musical development and global influence. RM framed it as a counter to declining self-reflection in the social media era, where such reflection has become scarce.
BTS's album 'Love Yourself: Her', emphasizing self-love, aligned with RM's UNICEF campaign and inspired the 'Love Myself' initiative.
At the 2017 Billboard Music Awards, RM and BTS met Halsey backstage, sparking their future hit collaboration on 'Boy With Luv'. This encounter showcased BTS’s growing global influence and RM’s knack for forging key industry connections.
RM and BTS formed a friendship with Halsey at the 2017 BBMA backstage meeting, which resulted in their 2019 collaboration on 'Boy With Luv,' showcasing RM's strong industry networking skills.
In 2017, RM co-wrote BTS’s hit 'Spring Day', drawing from personal longing for a lost friend—its emotional depth resonated widely, cementing his legacy as a gifted lyricist. The song remains a fan favorite, showcasing his profound impact on BTS’s music.
RM co-wrote BTS' hit "Spring Day," highlighting his musical role in the group, and the song has recently topped global iTunes charts.
BTS's 'Spring Day,' co-written by RM about longing for a lost friendship, resonated deeply with fans and reinforced his reputation as a skilled lyricist.
In 2017, RM and V teamed up on the fan-favorite track ''4 O'CLOCK,'' showcasing RM's songwriting and production skills. The collaboration highlighted his creative impact on BTS's music.
RM and V's collaboration on '4 O'CLOCK' highlighted RM's songwriting and production skills, earning fan praise and expanding his creative contributions within BTS.
On May 9, 2016, BTS dropped 'Hwayangyeonhwa Young Forever', a special album with reimagined hits from their series, led by the explosive track 'Fire'. The release highlighted their growing artistry and cemented their musical evolution.
BTS released the special album 'Hwayangyeonhwa Young Forever,' featuring reworked hits like 'Fire,' continuing their 'Hwayangyeonhwa' series and showcasing their musical growth.
In 2015, RM became the first BTS member to release a solo mixtape, 'Rap Monster', pioneering the group's solo projects and influencing later releases by J-Hope and Suga. His experimental approach laid the groundwork for future solo work like 'mono.', cementing his individual artistry.
RM pioneered solo projects in BTS by releasing the group's first solo mixtape in 2015, setting a precedent for other members' individual releases and paving the way for J-Hope's later release.
In March 2015, RM debuted his experimental solo style with the mixtape 'Rap Monster,' his first independent work outside BTS, which laid the groundwork for his future solo projects.
RM and HONNE became friends in 2015 after BTS praised HONNE’s music online, sparking a creative partnership. Their collaborations highlight RM’s knack for bridging global music connections.
RM and HONNE formed a friendship and creative partnership after BTS praised HONNE's music, showcasing RM's role in fostering international collaborations.
In 2015, BTS made their Billboard Hot 200 debut with 'The Most Beautiful Moment In Life, Pt. 2', launching their global rise. RM later called this their breakthrough moment.
BTS's album 'The Most Beautiful Moment In Life, Pt. 2' marked their first entry on the Billboard Hot 200, a pivotal milestone that launched their global chart success.
In 2015, RM became one of the first Korean artists featured on a Marvel soundtrack with his song 'Fantastic' for 'Fantastic Four', showcasing his rising global influence. This milestone paved the way for future collaborations like 'Shang-Chi'.
In 2015, RM became the first Korean artist featured on a Marvel soundtrack with his song 'Fantastic' for 'Fantastic Four,' marking an early milestone for Korean artists in Western media, boosting global representation, and paving the way for future collaborations.
In 2013, RM debuted as BTS's main rapper under Big Hit Entertainment, adopting his stage name from lyrics he wrote as a trainee. Alongside Suga, he quickly established his unique musical identity within the group.
RM began his career as BTS's main rapper and songwriter under the stage name Rap Monster (stemming from his trainee-era lyrics), debuting with a distinct musical identity that he and the group further developed through their ongoing music career.
HYBE Insight Museum debuted on May 17, 2024, featuring an immersive 360-degree tour of RM’s studio and an exclusive audio guide voiced by the artist himself. The exhibit spotlights his creative influence and personal touch.
Hybe Insight museum has opened, showcasing a 360-degree video of RM's studio and an audio guide narrated by him.
In 1968, Yoo Young-kuk painted a work later acquired by RM, who loaned it for exhibitions—including the 2024 Venice Biennale. Featuring in Yoo’s 'A Journey to the Infinite', the piece underscores RM’s influence in elevating Korean art globally beyond his music career.
RM acquired and is now loaning a painting by Yoo Young-kuk for the exhibition.
RM's painting is showcased in Yoo Young-kuk's 'A Journey to the Infinite' exhibition at the Venice Biennale.
RM's personal Yoo Young-kuk painting displayed at the Venice Biennale highlights his growing influence in promoting Korean art globally beyond his music career.
In September 2022, RM narrated an audio guide for LACMA's Korean modern art exhibition, showcasing his passion for art. The guide for 'The Space Between: The Modern in Korean Art' launched in 2023 and remained available until the exhibition ended in February 2024.
RM voiced the audio guide for a Korean modern art exhibition at LACMA, highlighting his art engagement in this collaboration with South Korea's National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
RM's audio guide for 'The Space Between: The Modern in Korean Art' is now accessible at LACMA and the MMCA website.
RM's audio-guided exhibition 'The Space Between: The Modern in Korean Art' has ended at LACMA.
On October 5, 2023, RM visited the Jeongdong 1928 Art Center in Seoul, spending two hours immersed in Korean art, including calligraphy by Kim Whan-ki. His visit highlighted his passion for Korean cultural heritage.
RM visited the Jeongdong 1928 Art Center in Seoul for two hours to view Kim Whan-ki's calligraphy and other Korean artworks.
On September 26, RM attended the Korean International Art Fair in Seoul, stopping by Johyun Gallery's booth to view flower and bird paintings by renowned artist Kim Chong-hak. His visit highlighted his appreciation for traditional Korean art.
RM admired Kim Chong-hak's flower and bird paintings at Johyun Gallery's booth during the KIAF at COEX in Seoul.
RM unveiled his artistic journey in BTS's 'Special 8 Photo-Folio' with 'Me, Myself, and RM: Entirety' (Sept. 2023), capturing his multifaceted identity and raw authenticity. The release enriched the group's collective project with his unique perspective.
In September 2022, RM released his individual photo book as part of BTS's 'Special 8 Photo-Folio' project, which showcases each member's unique personality and artistry. This release occurred with three members' books already published and ahead of Suga's March 9 debut.
RM released a solo photo book as part of BTS's 'Special 8 Photo-Folio' project, emphasizing his authenticity and personal artistic expression beyond the group's collective activities.
RM's upcoming photo book 'Me, Myself, and RM: Entirety' captures his personal and artistic journey as part of BTS' 'Special 8 Photo-Folio' project, showcasing his diverse personas.
At BTS' June 2023 Busan concerts, RM visited the Busan Museum of Art to explore Lee Ufan's exhibition, showcasing his passion for Korean art. The leader's cultural outing highlighted his artistic interests beyond music.
RM visited Busan Museum of Art during BTS' concerts to see Lee Ufan's exhibition.
In 2020, RM celebrated his birthday by visiting the 'Starry Beach' digital art exhibition at Seoul's Kukje Gallery and shared his experience online, highlighting his love for art. His post connected him with the art community, showcasing his appreciation for creative expression.
RM celebrated his birthday by visiting the 'Starry Beach' exhibition at Kukje Gallery, showcasing his love for art and public engagement.
RM took home the Favorite K-pop Artist award at the 2025 AMAs, marking his solo triumph and BTS's ongoing reign in the category. His win, following a 2024 nomination, underscores his enduring global impact as the awards made a comeback after a three-year break.
RM is nominated for Favorite K-pop Artist at the AMAs, showcasing his global impact in K-pop, with results announced during the ceremony.
RM won the 2025 AMAs' Favorite K-pop Artist award, marking a significant solo achievement and BTS's continued dominance in the category upon the awards' return after a three-year hiatus.
RM made the 2024 MAMA Awards' Fans' Choice Male Top 10 in Osaka, proving his global appeal. Fans worldwide showed their unwavering support for the star.
RM made the Fans' Choice Male Top 10 at the 2024 MAMA Awards in Osaka.
RM thanked ARMY for their support after BTS topped the Billboard 200 with 'Love Yourself: Tear', vowing to keep improving. The milestone marked another historic moment for the group.
RM thanked ARMY for BTS's Billboard 200 success with "Love Yourself: Tear" and vowed to keep improving.
BTS's RM received a cultural medal from the South Korean government for advancing Hallyu worldwide. During the ceremony, he credited fans for the group's global success.
RM and BTS received a South Korean cultural medal for their global promotion of Korean culture, with RM crediting fans for their success.
BTS earned two Grammy nominations—Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for 'My Universe' and Best Music Video for 'Yet to Come'—but lost for the third straight year. RM could have shared in a win if Coldplay’s 'Music of the Spheres', featuring his songwriting, had taken Album of the Year. The loss extended BTS’s Grammy drought despite their historic nominations.
BTS earned their third straight Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and Best Music Video, with RM potentially credited if Coldplay wins Album of the Year, and the group thanked fans for the recognition.
BTS lost their third consecutive Grammy nomination, including RM's first album of the year nod for co-writing on Coldplay's album, extending their winless streak.
RM was honored with an appreciation plaque by South Korea's Cultural Heritage Administration for donating 200 million won to protect overseas Korean cultural heritage. His generous contribution highlights his commitment to preserving culture and giving back.
RM was honored by South Korea's Cultural Heritage Administration for donating 200 million won over two years to preserve overseas Korean cultural heritage, showcasing his dedication to philanthropy and cultural preservation.
BTS won 'Album of the Year' at the 36th Golden Disc Awards, with RM delivering a heartfelt video message. The win highlights their enduring impact and global dominance in music.
RM represented BTS in a video message accepting their 'Album of the Year' win at the 36th Golden Disc Awards.
BTS made history as the first Asian act to win Artist of the Year at the 2021 AMAs, with RM delivering a powerful English acceptance speech. The milestone highlighted their global influence and RM’s role as the group’s eloquent leader.
RM delivered a historic English acceptance speech as BTS became the first Asian act to win Artist of the Year at the 2021 AMAs, highlighting their global influence and his role as their spokesperson.
BTS dominated the Billboard Music Awards, winning four trophies including Top Duo/Group and Top Selling Song for "Dynamite," marking their most successful year yet. During their virtual acceptance speech, RM and the group thanked their devoted Army fans for their unwavering support.
BTS won four Billboard Music Awards, including Top Selling Song for 'Dynamite,' marking their most successful year at the event.
BTS, including RM, won three Billboard Music Awards—Top Duo/Group, Top Song Sales Artist, and Top Social Artist—marking their most successful BBMA showing yet, and thanked their fans, Army, for their unwavering support.
BTS, led by RM, won four Billboard Music Awards, including Top Selling Song for "Dynamite," during their virtual acceptance speech, marking their most successful year yet as they thanked fans for their support.
BTS took home Best Song of the Year and Best Pop Song at the Korean Music Awards for 'Dynamite'. Leader RM thanked fans and shared how thrilled the group was that the track connected with so many listeners.
BTS won Best Song of the Year and Best Pop Song at the KMA for "Dynamite," with RM thanking fans and expressing joy over the song's widespread appeal.
RM reflected on the Grammys as a dream stage from BTS' trainee days, just as they earned their first nomination for 'Dynamite'—a historic moment for K-pop. His visible excitement during the announcement underscored the nomination’s personal and career significance. The January 31 ceremony marked a pivotal milestone in their "American journey," with a potential win further cementing their global impact.
RM expressed his deep emotional ties to the Grammys, recalling it as a dream stage since BTS's trainee days and eagerly anticipating a nomination, underscoring its personal and collective importance for the group.
BTS, including RM, earned their first Grammy nomination for 'Dynamite' in the best pop duo/group performance category, with RM visibly excited during the announcement.
Final-round Grammy voting determines winners, including BTS's potential first win, with results announced on January 31.
BTS made history as the first Korean pop act to earn a Grammy nomination with their hit "Dynamite," marking a major milestone in RM's career and showcasing their global influence in music.
BTS, including RM, may win their first Grammy, marking the peak of RM's "American journey" and boosting their global fame.
BTS leader RM accepted the Worldwide Icon of the Year award at MAMA 2020, thanking ARMY and celebrating the group’s historic year, including a Grammy nod. Wearing a mask onstage, he highlighted music’s unifying power and BTS’s deep connection with fans.
RM wore a face mask while accepting BTS's Worldwide Icon of the Year award at MAMA 2020, showcasing their global impact, record-breaking year, leadership, and gratitude to ARMY for their support during this landmark achievement.
BTS's RM thanked ARMY for their support after winning the Favorite Duo or Group - Pop/Rock award at the 2020 AMAs, their second straight win in the category. He highlighted the group's gratitude for fans' unwavering support during a difficult year, reinforcing their strong bond.
RM thanked ARMY for BTS's second consecutive AMA win in 2019, promising to keep striving to deserve the honor.
RM thanked ARMY for their vital support in BTS's three AMA wins.
RM thanked ARMY in a video message after BTS won their second consecutive 'Favorite Duo or Group' (also referred to as Favorite Pop/Rock Group) award at the 2020 AMAs, acknowledging fan support during a challenging year.
BTS took home the Best Group award at the 2020 MTV EMAs, with RM emphasizing their mission to inspire fans through music. The win marked another milestone in their global dominance.
BTS won Best Group at the 2020 MTV EMAs, with RM highlighting their commitment to inspiring fans through music.
BTS dominated the 2020 VMAs, winning four awards including Best Pop, Best Group, and Best K-pop for 'ON', proving their global influence. Their wins highlight both their musical versatility and unmatched stage presence.
BTS won four awards at the 2020 VMAs, including Best Pop, Best Group, Best Choreography, and Best K-pop for their song "ON."
BTS made history by scoring their first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 with 'Dynamite', capping a tough journey with a triumphant moment. The group celebrated the milestone with heartfelt gratitude, echoing RM’s message of resilience.
BTS made history by topping Billboard's Hot 100 with "Dynamite," celebrating their perseverance-fueled success with emotional gratitude.
At the Korean Music Awards, RM thanked Yang Hee-eun in BTS' Artist of the Year speech, acknowledging their musical influences and the group's lasting impact on Korean music. The moment celebrated both legacy and achievement.
RM expressed gratitude to Yang Hee-eun in BTS' Artist of the Year acceptance speech at the Korean Music Awards.
At the 34th Golden Disc Awards, RM tackled chart manipulation rumors head-on during his Album of the Year speech, demonstrating BTS's transparency and leadership. His candid remarks highlighted the group's commitment to authenticity.
RM dismissed chart manipulation allegations in his Album of the Year speech at the 34th Golden Disc Awards.
RM ranked among Spotify's top 10 most-streamed male K-pop artists in 2020, joining BTS bandmates j-hope and V in dominating global streams. The achievement underscores their massive international appeal.
RM, along with BTS members j-hope and V, ranked among Spotify's top 10 most streamed male K-pop artists.
At the 2019 Golden Disc Awards, RM celebrated BTS's 2018 triumphs, accepting six awards—including the top album prize for the second straight year. He thanked fans (ARMYs) and reflected on the year as a testament to their hard work and industry dominance.
In his 2019 Golden Disc Awards speech, RM highlighted BTS's 2018 successes as the result of their hard work and growth.
At the 33rd Golden Disc Awards, RM accepted six awards for BTS, including the top album sales prize, marking their second consecutive year winning the highest honor and thanking fans for their hard-earned success in 2018.
BTS made history with three Billboard No. 1 albums in one year, cementing their global impact. Time magazine spotlighted the achievement, underscoring RM's leadership and the group's industry dominance.
BTS, led by RM, made history with three Billboard No. 1 albums in one year, solidifying their global impact and industry dominance, as recognized by Time magazine.
BTS's 'Love Yourself: Tear' won Album of the Year at the 2018 MAMA, cementing their global influence. In an emotional speech, RM thanked producer Bang Si-hyuk for believing in them early on, showcasing the group's gratitude and growth.
BTS's 2018 album 'Love Yourself: Tear' won Album of the Year at MAMA, marking a pivotal career achievement and validating their artistic growth and global impact.
RM emotionally thanked producer Bang Si-hyuk for his early support while accepting the Album of the Year award for BTS's 'Love Yourself: Tear' at the 2018 MAMA, highlighting Bang's pivotal role in their rise to success.
BTS made history as the first Korean act to top the Billboard 200 with 'Love Yourself: Tear'. RM thanked ARMY for their support and vowed to keep pushing forward.
RM thanked fans and expressed amazement after BTS became the first Korean act to top the Billboard 200 with 'Love Yourself: Tear', vowing to keep striving for excellence.
BTS took home Artist of the Year at the 2017 MAMA, with RM thanking their devoted ARMY fans in a heartfelt acceptance speech. The win highlighted their global impact and unwavering fan support.
RM thanked ARMY for their support during BTS's Artist of the Year acceptance speech at MAMA.
RM called it an unforgettable honor as BTS's 'DNA' debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, calling it one of the best days of his life. The milestone highlighted the group's global rise.
RM called BTS's "DNA" debut on the Billboard Hot 100 a great honor and one of his most memorable days.
BTS's album 'Wings', featuring RM's solo 'Reflection', landed on Fuse TV's '20 Best Albums of 2016' list. The recognition highlighted the group's rising global influence.
Fuse TV's 2016 top albums list included BTS's 'Wings', featuring RM's solo track 'Reflection'.
BTS took home the top album award at the 2016 Melon Music Awards, with leader RM calling it their most meaningful win yet. The emotional moment marked a major milestone for the rising group.
BTS won the top album award at the 2016 Melon Music Awards, which RM called their best award since debut.
"Right Place, Wrong Person" is a documentary following RM’s creative journey while crafting his second solo album and preparing for military service. Invited to the Busan International Film Festival, it debuts globally on December 7, highlighting his artistic growth and expanding influence.
The documentary 'Right Place, Wrong Person' offers an intimate nine-month glimpse into RM's life, creative process, personal growth, and military service preparations during the making of his second solo album.
The documentary 'Right Place, Wrong Person' was invited to the Busan International Film Festival, showcasing RM's expanding influence in film and its public and international appeal.
The documentary 'Right Place, Wrong Person' is screened at Busan Cinema Center BIFF Theater.
The documentary 'Right Place, Wrong Person' covers RM's life and album production.
RM's documentary 'Right Place, Wrong Person' will premiere in around 110 countries, highlighting his global influence and career milestone.
BTS dropped a documentary on September 26, 2021, revealing their creative process with Coldplay for 'My Universe'. The film highlights RM’s reflections on the song’s message and the deep bond between BTS and their fans.
BTS's documentary on their 'My Universe' collaboration with Coldplay highlighted RM's leadership, the song's meaning, and their emotional bond with fans.
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