BTS has some songs in their discography that are banned from being played in South Korean media outlets; discover some of them!
Even though they are one of the most successful K-pop groups today, BTS has some songs in their discography that are banned from being played in South Korean media outlets, either because they contain language considered inappropriate or even because they mention brand names.
With this in mind, RECREIO has put together a list of five of them for you to listen to and discover the reason behind the censorship; check it out!
1. Dope
The song “Dope”, which is part of the album “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1”, expresses the feelings about the hard work of idols to achieve stardom in the Korean pop universe. The reason for banning the track in the Korean media is linked to its lyrics being considered “vulgar” for television; listen and watch the MV!
2. Ma City
The lyrics of “Ma City”, a track from the album “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.2”, talk about the hometowns of the BTS members, expressing feelings of affection for the places they came from. However, the song cannot be reproduced due to a reference the group makes to the KIA brand, which could harm the media with issues such as sponsorship or monetization.
3. 2nd Grade
The song ‘2nd Grade’, which is featured on the album “Dark & Wild”, addresses BTS’s challenges, experiences and thoughts in their second year of making it into the Korean pop industry after their debut. The track was banned from the media due to inappropriate language in some verses.
4. Hold Me Tight
The track “Hold Me Tight”, which addresses themes of love and loss, was released in 2015, as part of the album “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt. 1”. Although there is no inappropriate language or brand references in the lyrics, fans believe that the song should not be reproduced in the media because it contains some references to alcohol consumption.
5. Boyz With Fun
The energetic “Boyz With Fun” from the album “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt.1” is a song that conveys feelings of celebration, fun and authenticity. The track was banned because of a Chinese phrase meaning “did you eat yet?” that sounds similar to a swear word in Korean.
Source: Recreio
