Closer Than This: Jimin’s Heartfelt Tribute To BTS Army Comes Through A Musical Letter

South Korean boyband BTS has the utmost respect and adoration for their fans aka the BTS Army. Similar to how BTS fans go gaga over any small update about the septet, the music sensations also make sure that they never let their admirers down. On Wednesday, December 20, the group’s agency BigHit Music once again took the Army for a sweet surprise, announcing the release of Jimin’s solo digital single, titled Closer Than This. Now, the wait is finally over. The official music video of Jimin’s aka Kim Taehyung’s track was released on YouTube on December 22. The song is all the more special because it perfectly encapsulates Jimin’s honest feelings for his fans.

The Closer Than This music video opens with a textual layout that reads, “So in a way, this really is a fan song". Jimin can be seen seated with a writing team, discussing the lyrics of the track, asserting that he was “not parting ways forever". It might be an indication that Jimin was talking about his other group members namely Jungkook, Jin, J-hope, RM, SUGA, and V who are all currently conducting their mandatory 18-month military responsibilities. Jimin adds that the song should be made in a way that can aptly capture his unwavering love for his fans.

The music video is an amalgamation of some special moments of the BTS members, spanning years. From their debut on-stage performance to their recent live ones accompanied by their pleasant interactions with the BTS Army — Closer Than This captures all the emotions. There were also glimpses of euphoric celebrations and a sneak peek into some intimate moments shared between the septet. Through the song, Jimin appears to convey that he will be with his admirers whenever they need the pop singer.

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Soon after the release of Closer Than This, the BTS Army was quick to react to the video. An overwhelmed individual wrote, “Thank you Jimin for making this beautiful song for ARMY TT. Many more Jimin to come! Army cherish all of you seven forever" another chimed in “Jimin has the sweetest heart in this whole planet". Others lauded the music video by going all hearts in the comment section.

Earlier, a documentary titled BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star narrating the journey of the BTS members was released on December 20. The eight-part docuseries is currently streaming on Disney Plus.