Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | November 21, 2024
Jin made his solo US TV debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon with an unforgettable performance of “Running Wild,” the main track off of his first solo album Happy released on November 15.
Clad in a stylish green fringe jacket and black pants, the multifaceted global superstar lit up the stage with electrifying energy, showcasing his vocal prowess alongside a full band featuring bass, drums, guitar, and keys. A road emblazoned with the track’s title— "Running Wild"—at the centre of the stage stretched endlessly toward a vibrant canyon landscape behind Jin, symbolising his journey toward happiness. The colourful display of road signs further brought the stage to life, perfecting a visually stunning narrative.
During his interview with Fallon prior to the performance, Jin reflected on the inspirations behind Happy, sharing his hopes to bring listeners joy, strength, and comfort in their everyday lives through the album. He also brought laughter to the studio by teaching Fallon the signature dance move from his viral sensation “SUPER TUNA,” as well as providing explanation for his self-titled nickname, “Worldwide Handsome,” which he continues to embrace for its irresistible humour and ability to spark smiles.
Jin’s first solo album Happy is a genuine, heartwarming gesture that invites listeners to join him on a journey to find happiness. It is a testament to his versatility and artistic growth as a solo artist, boasting a diverse range of genres and notable collaborations, including Gary Barlow of Take That, MAX, Taka and Toru of Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK, and WENDY of Red Velvet.
The official music video for “Running Wild” has already garnered 8.2M views as of November 20, 2024, reinforcing Jin’s status as a megastar at the centre of worldwide attention. Happy is available on all streaming platforms worldwide.
About Jin of BTS
Jin (Kim, Seok jin) is a South Korean singer, songwriter and member of 21st century pop icons, BTS. Jin’s appealing voice and clear tone amplify the emotions delivered through music. His solo records “Awake,” “Epiphany,” and “Moon,” and Original Soundtracks for Korean TV series including “Yours” (‘Jirisan’ OST), “Even If I Die, It’s You” (‘Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth’ OST) showcase his warm vocal timbre and power of expression. Released in 2021, “SUPER TUNA” set a huge dance challenge trend with its cheerful melody and easy dance moves. Jin participated in the songwriting of his first solo single “The Astronaut” (released in October 2022) alongside Coldplay, flaunting his unique charm as a multi-talented musician. Known as “Worldwide Handsome,” Jin struts his unexpected charms through various content and TV shows. On July 14, 2024, Jin participated in the Paris 2024 Olympic Torch Relay as a torchbearer from South Korea. On November 15, Jin released his highly-anticipated first solo album Happy.
About BTS
BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene,” are a GRAMMY-nominated South Korean boyband that has been capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally since their debut in June 2013. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition for their authentic and self-produced music, top-notch performances, and the way they interact with their fans, the band has established themselves as 21st century pop icons breaking countless world records. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN ‘Speak Yourself’ speech, the band has mobilised millions of fans across the world (named ARMY), collected six No.1 Billboard Hot 100 singles since 2020, and performed multiple sold-out stadium shows across the world. They were also named TIME’s Entertainer of the Year 2020. BTS are 5-time GRAMMY nominees (63rd to 65th GRAMMY Awards) and have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards (Artist of the Year 2021) and MTV Video Music Awards.
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