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BTS’ Jungkook Announces Solo Digital Single “SEVEN” For July Release

It’s official: Jungkook is releasing new music next month! The BTS maknae has announced that his new solo digital single SEVEN is set for release in July.

Jungkook Confirms Solo Digital Single “SEVEN” For July Release

On June 30, the official BTS social media accounts shared the announcement teaser for Jungkook’s new track. BIGHIT Music also issued a statement confirming the song’s release date.

“We are pleased to inform you about the release of SEVEN the solo digital single by BTS member Jungkook,” the statement read.

“SEVEN is an invigorating ‘summer song’ that is sure to have you experience the full breadth of Jungkook’s charm,” it continued. “We hope that SEVEN will bring your summer fun to the next level.”

The statement further adds that Jungkook will be promoting his solo digital single.

“As Jungkook kicks off his official solo activities, we ask you to extend your utmost anticipation and support for his digital single and many other activities to come,” it concludes.

It was also revealed that SEVEN will be released on July 14, 2023, at 1 p.m. KST.

This is great news for fans who have been waiting for new music from Jungkook for a long time.

There were previous reports suggesting that the BTS member will release a new album in July. However, BIGHIT Music clarified that the release schedule had not yet been decided. Luckily, it looks like everything was finalized just in time.

The release of the solo digital single comes at an interesting time considering that Jungkook had previously addressed his impending military service enlistment. According to the Dreamers singer, he plans to gradually cut his hair shorter so fans will get used to seeing him with a short hairstyle before announcing his enlistment.

There are speculations that all the remaining BTS members, including Jungkook, will enlist by the end of the year so the group can resume group activities by 2025. However, this has not yet been confirmed by BIGHIT Music. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.

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BTS Jungkook’s “Dreamers” Sets New Records: Fastest K-Pop Soloist OST to Surpass 300 Million Spotify Streams

Following BIGHIT MUSIC’s announcement of Jungkook’s solo career, the multi-talented member of BTS continues to leave an indelible mark on the music industry. His solo track, “Dreamers,” has become a K-pop soloist’s fastest original soundtrack (OST) to reach 300 million streams on Spotify.

 

“Dreamers” has not only claimed this remarkable feat but also holds the title as the fastest FIFA World Cup soundtrack and the fastest solo song by a Korean soloist to achieve such a milestone.

The enchanting melody and Jungkook’s heartfelt vocals have captivated fans and listeners worldwide. As the official soundtrack for the FIFA World Cup 2022, the song garnered immense attention and excitement from football enthusiasts and K-pop fans. 

It seamlessly fused the electrifying energy of the sport with the irresistible charm of K-pop, creating an unforgettable musical experience.

 

Reaching 300 million streams on Spotify in record time is a testament to Jungkook’s immense popularity and the global appeal of his music. His ability to deeply connect with listeners through his music has undoubtedly played a significant role in his overwhelming success, much like how BTS continues to inspire millions of listeners worldwide. 

“Dreamers” has transcended boundaries and become a global anthem, embraced in various settings such as graduation ceremonies and sports events in schools and colleges.

Jungkook’s achievements highlight his impact as a soloist and reinforce his position as a trailblazer in the K-pop industry. With each milestone surpassed, he continues to make history and leave an enduring legacy.

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BIGHIT MUSIC Clarifies BTS’ Jungkook July Solo Debut

BIGHIT Music is finally addressing the rumors surrounding Jeon Jungkook. The agency has clarified the plans for the BTS maknae’s rumored solo debut in July this year.

BIGHIT Music Debunks BTS Jungkook’s July Solo Debut Date

On June 4, BIGHIT Music issued a statement regarding the rumors about Jungkook’s July solo debut.

“The schedule relating to Jungkook’s solo album release will be revealed after it is confirmed,” the statement read.

The statement was released by BIGHIT Music shortly after Sports Chosun reported about Jungkook’s upcoming solo. In the initial report, it was indicated that the BTS singer will release his solo album on July 14, 2023.

The report also revealed that the solo album will feature an English-language B-side track. Moreover, they reported that Jungkook will have global solo activities to promote the album.

Although BIGHIT Music did not confirm that Jungkook’s solo album will be dropping next month, the agency made it clear that the BTS member is planning something. With that in mind, ARMYs are already looking forward to an official announcement from the company.

Jungkook recently made headlines after opening up about his military enlistment in the future. The “Euphoria” singer confirmed he will eventually enlist. However, he plans to make sure his fans get used to his shorter haircut without them even noticing.

“Rather than cutting all my hair suddenly, I will gradually cut it shorter and shorter,” Jungkook said. “It’s called hair-lighting,” Jungkook said, making a play on words from “gaslighting”.

“I will keep cutting my hair shorter until you guys all of a sudden ask, ‘What, when did his hair become so short?’ ‘When did he buzz his hair?’ And so I will make it so that (my short haircut) feels natural,” he added.

Jungkook and the rest of BTS are currently celebrating the group’s 10th year anniversary with the month-long event BTS Festa 2023.

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BTS’ Jungkook Reveals Interesting Plan Before Military Enlistment

Jungkook is opening up about his impending mandatory military enlistment. The BTS maknae confirmed that he is already thinking about enlisting for military service. In preparation for his enlistment, Jeon Jung-kook revealed his plan that will ease ARMYs into the idea.

Jungkook Discusses Future Military Enlistment

On May 25, Jungkook held a live stream to interact with his fans. During the broadcast, an ARMY commented, “The military loves you.” The “Euphoria” singer agreed, saying, “It’s true.”

Once military was mentioned, Jungkook immediately remembered his fellow BTS members who have enlisted. He pointed out that J-Hope has finally graduated after several weeks of basic training and shared a photo with the idols. The “My Time” vocalist then admitted that Jung Hoseok has grown so much during his training.

“Our Hope hyung recently had a ceremony for completing training,” Jung-kook said. “Hope hyung uploaded a selfie on our group chat, and his eyes became very manly.”

Jungkook then stated that he will also need to fulfill his military obligations in the future. However, he assured ARMYs that he would return in a cool manner.

“Ah, I have to go (to the military), too, though,” he said. “I’ll go and return cooly.”

Jung Kook then shared how he intends to ease fans into the idea of his military enlistment. According to the “Dreamers” singer, he will not cut his hair suddenly. Instead, he plans to cut it shorter gradually until ARMYs get used to the shorter look.

“Rather than cutting all my hair suddenly, I will gradually cut it shorter and shorter,” Jungkook said. “It’s called hair-lighting,” he added, making a play on words from “gaslighting”.

“I will keep cutting my hair shorter until you guys all of a sudden ask, ‘What, when did his hair become so short?’ ‘When did he buzz his hair?’ And so I will make it so that (my short haircut) feels natural,” Jungkook said.

It’s a thoughtful idea that ARMYs immediately appreciated. Fans were grateful that Jungkook is always thinking about how his supporters will feel about his military enlistment.

For now, BIGHIT MUSIC has not yet made an announcement about Jungkook’s mandatory military enlistment. In the meantime, Jin and J-Hope are the two BTS members who are serving their country.

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BTS’ Jungkook Warns Sasaengs To Stop Sending Food To His House

Jungkook has had enough of sasaengs. The BTS member issued a warning to “fans” who have been making food deliveries to his house. Jeon Jungkook made it clear that he is ready to take legal action against people sending food to his private address.

What Are ‘Sasaengs’?

Sasaengs are “fans” of celebrities who resort to stalking in an effort to be close to their idols. These people (mostly illegally) obtain private information like the idol’s phone number, address, and schedule. They then use the information to make contact with the idol, like visiting them or sending food to their home.

Jungkook Urges People To Stop Sending Food To His House Or Face Legal Action

This is exactly what has been happening to Jungkook. On May 4, the BTS maknae posted an update on the fan community Weverse to issue a warning to sasaengs.

The “Dreamers” singer revealed that some people have been sending food to his house. He told them to stop doing this or else he will take legal action against them.

“Do not send food delivery to my house,” Jungkook wrote. “I will not eat it even if you send it.”

“While I am thankful for the thought, I eat well, so buy it for yourself,” he continued. “I ask of you. If you send it one more time, I will look up the receipt order number and take action. So please stop.”

It is unclear how the sasaengs obtained Jungkook’s address but the thought that they have the information is unsettling. With that in mind, it is understandable why he is ready to take legal action just to ensure his own safety.

In related news, Jungkook was once again praised by Gianni Infantino. The FIFA president reminisced about the 2023 FIFA World Cup and called Jungkook’s performance “the best opening ceremony.”

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FIFA President Says Jungkook’s Performance Was Best World Cup Opening Ceremony Ever

BTS’ Jungkook continues to impress Gianni Infantino. The FIFA president has once again expressed his admiration for the “Dreamers” singer. Infantino claims that Jungkook’s performance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup is the best opening ceremony ever.

Jungkook Praised By FIFA President Gianni Infantino For ‘Best Opening Ceremony’

Gianni Infantino recently posted about the 2022 FIFA World Cup, celebrating the event’s success back in December. In his post, the president of the sports federation reminisced about announcing the World Cup’s opening. Infantino also shared memorable images from the event including a photo of Jungkook performing during the opening ceremony.

“Five months ago today, I had the privilege of announcing the opening of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar and what a great spectacle it turned out to be!” Infantino wrote. He added, “The BEST opening ceremony was followed by the BEST FIFA World Cup ever!”

Jungkook wrote the song “Dreamers” for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He released the song ahead of the event before performing the single with Qatari singer Fahad Al Kubaisi at the opening ceremony. The BTS maknae is the first South Korean artist to sing an official theme for the World Cup and perform at an opening ceremony at the same time. The opening ceremony also featured appearances from veteran actor Morgan Freeman and Qatari YouTuber Ghanim Al-Muftah.

This isn’t the first time that Gianni Infantino has praised Jungkook’s performance at the World Cup. In December 2022, the FIFA president called the “Left and Right” singer “incredible” and claimed his performance was “truly remarkable.”

Jeon Jungkook has been busy since his performance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony last year. He was recently announced as the new global ambassador for American fashion house Calvin Klein. The BTS maknae is actively promoting the brand and appears in the current campaigns for Calvin Klein Jeans and Calvin Klein Underwear.

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SEVENTEEN Mingyu Celebrates Birthday with BTS Jungkook and ASTRO Cha Eun Woo

The 'Seven' singer and the ASTRO member reportedly had an enjoyable night out together in Busan this week

Mingyu is officially 26 years old. The SEVENTEEN rapper celebrated his 26th birthday last week with the special people in his life. Kim Mingyu previously had a fun dinner with the members of his boy group. However, he also took time with his close friends. His recent social media posts confirm he hung out with BTS maknae Jungkook and ASTRO’s Cha Eun Woo.

Mingyu Hangs Out With Jungkook And Cha Eun Woo For Birthday Celebration

Kim Mingyu turned 26 on April 6, 2023, and his latest Instagram post confirmed he celebrated the milestone with friends. The SEVENTEEN member posted pictures from a recent dinner he had with fellow 97 liners Jungkook and Cha Eun Woo.

The friendship between Mingyu, Jungkook, and Cha Eun Woo is well-known in the K-pop industry. The three idols are often referred to as the 97z which includes GOT7’s BamBam and Yugyeom and SEVENTEEN’s THE8 and DK. 97z regularly spends time together which is a welcome sight for multiple fandoms.

Mingyu and the rest of SEVENTEEN have announced a new EP slated for release in April. ‘FML’ is the group’s 10th mini-album and will consist of six new songs including the title track “F*ck My Life.” In addition to that, the Hiphop Team, Performance Team, and Vocal Team will each have their own songs as well. The album is now available for pre-order and will be on April 24, 2023, at 6:00 PM KST.

Jungkook recently performed at the opening ceremony for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. The BTS maknae was also announced as the newest global ambassador for Calvin Klein. Moreover, Jeon Jungkook currently appears in the campaigns for Calvin Klein Jeans and Calvin Klein Underwear.

Cha Eun Woo’s most recent project was the TV series “Island” where he played an exorcist priest. The ASTRO singer will next appear in the webtoon-based fantasy romance drama “A Good Day to Be a Dog.”

 

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