Kim Taehyung, aka V from BTS, has simply launched his digital single “FRI(END)S.” This pop soul R&B observe contains a heartwarming confession and showcases Taehyung’s wealthy, soulful vocals that effortlessly traverse between high and low ranges.
By its witty lyrics, “FRI(END)S” expresses the need to “put the ‘finish’ in mates” and elevate a longstanding friendship to a deeper degree, as cleverly hinted by the title’s wordplay —’END’ bracketed within the phrase ‘FRIENDS.’
On YouTube, “FRI(END)S” debuted at #1 on the International High Music Movies chart, a day by day rating of the most well-liked music movies on the platform.
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The music video, directed by famend British photographer and director Samuel Bradley, consists of components that evoke empathy and shock by means of its sudden twists. It deviates from stereotypes that sometimes painting the acquainted narrative of transitioning from mates to lovers.
The MV additionally stars British actress Ruby Sear, recognized for her position within the Netflix sequence “The Gents,” who portrays Taehyung’s love curiosity.
As defined by the director, “the video depicts V as a conflicted protagonist experiencing love from two totally different views”—one as a single particular person and the opposite concerned in a romantic relationship. As his day unfolds twice, in a single state of affairs, he’s alone amidst {couples}, evoking bitterness and loneliness, whereas within the second, he’s a part of a pair himself, radiating the heat of springtime with a smile on his face.
Hearken to “FRI(END)S” on Spotify under.