Coldplay's Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson to reportedly feature in BTS' Jin's Don't Say You Love Me MV; Echo tracklist out now
BTS member Jin is officially making his solo return, and fans have a lot to be excited about. Not only has the tracklist for his second studio album Echo, been revealed through a highlight medley, but reports from Korean media claim that Coldplay's Chris Martin and actress Dakota Johnson are expected to appear in the music video for the lead single. With Echo dropping on May 16, 2025, at 1 PM KST, anticipation is building for both the album and the visuals set to accompany it.
The medley hints at an emotionally rich album that blends heartfelt vocals with cinematic elements. Jin seems to be stepping deeper into personal storytelling this time around, backed by meaningful lyrics and high-profile collaborations.
Jin's Echo tracklist out now
JIN's Echo tracklist is officially out, revealing seven emotionally rich songs that take listeners through themes of love, loss, hope, and self-reflection. The album opens with the lead single, Don't Say You Love Me, followed by Nothing Without Your Love and the unexpected collaboration Loser featuring YENA, which has already sparked excitement among fans. Other tracks like Rope It, Background, and 구름과 떠나는 여행 (Journey with the clouds) showcase Jin's more introspective and poetic side, while the final track, 오늘의 나에게 (To the me of today), hints at a heartfelt message directed inward.
ECHO HIGHLIGHT MEDLEY 💿🎞️ pic.twitter.com/c8i4iOcy6x
Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin to appear in DON'T SAY YOU LOVE ME music video?
According to multiple K-media outlets, Coldplay's Chris Martin and his girlfriend Dakota Johnson will make a special cameo in the music video for DON'T SAY YOU LOVE ME, the lead single off Echo. The video is scheduled to release this Friday, just ahead of the album launch.
According to K-media, Chris Martin and his girlfriend (Dakota Johnson) Will have a special cameo in JIN 'DON'T SAY YOU LOVE ME' music video released this Friday pic.twitter.com/4jYSkZqGsT
While details about their roles in the video are still under wraps, the news has sparked a wave of excitement among fans.
Jin is a longtime collaborator of Chris Martin
Jin and Chris Martin's artistic connection is well known among the fans of the British band and ARMY. In 2022, Coldplay wrote and produced The Astronaut for Jin, which became one of his most personal solo releases. The two also performed the song live together during Coldplay's concerts in Seoul. Long before that, BTS and Coldplay teamed up for My Universe in 2021, solidifying their musical bond.
Jin's appearances at Coldplay's shows and his ongoing friendship with Martin have only deepened fans' appreciation for their collaborations. With Chris now possibly appearing in Jin's new video, it feels like another chapter in their creative journey.
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