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The Star
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
BTS' Jin 'worked nonstop to bring you new songs'' on his second solo EP 'Echo'
Jin of BTS released his second solo EP Echo on Friday, unveiling seven new tracks that explore a range of emotions and life moments under the central theme of resonance. If his previous release Happy focused on spreading joy, Echo turns inward. From love and friendship to moments of everyday decision-making, Jin delivers honest and relatable stories through music, filtered through his own perspective. The title track, Don't Say You Love Me , captures the emotional contradiction of clinging to a fading relationship. Despite the bittersweet subject matter, the track stands out for its gentle melody and Jin's delicate vocal delivery – a contrast that gives the song its impact. Ahead of his comeback livestream event, scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday on global fan platform Weverse, Jin shared his thoughts on the album through a written Q&A. How does it feel to return with your second solo EP Echo just six months after your last release? I've been appearing on a lot of variety shows lately, but because I'm a singer first and foremost, I really wanted to return with my own music and performances. Of course, there were moments I wanted to rest – but I worked hard because of that desire. I'm glad I can finally show Jin the singer again through this EP. Why did you choose Don't Say You Love Me as the title track? I wanted the album to include songs that are fun to perform – something you can enjoy even more live. Still, for the title track, I wanted a song that's easy on the ears. Don't Say You Love Me is slower than the others, but I felt confident that it would be the most comfortable to listen to. Is there a story behind writing the lyrics to the B-sides? When I write lyrics, I try to preserve the first feeling that comes to mind when I hear the track. For With the Clouds , I watched a lot of animation for inspiration. When I was working on Nothing Without Your Love , I imagined myself performing it onstage – and that made me emotional. I got so choked up at times, I couldn't even sing. What was it like acting alongside actress Shin Se-kyung in the Don't Say You Love Me music video? It was my first time acting with a professional actress, so it felt awkward and clumsy. I was nervous, and things didn't go as smoothly as I imagined. Still, I'm so thankful to Shin Se-kyung for her amazing performance. If you look closely, you might even spot how awkward I was. What's a recent moment that felt like an echo to you? In April, I appeared as a guest at Coldplay's concert in Korea. The crowd's singalong that night really stayed with me – it was powerful. I remember thinking how amazing it would be to have that kind of moment for myself one day. You've been active on variety shows on television lately. What's the reason behind that? I wanted to make sure fans could see me often and without much delay. I actually wanted to keep some of my charms hidden, but I guess that didn't work out – variety shows exposed everything. What do you hope listeners take away from this album? I love music that moves me. If listeners feel that same overwhelming emotion when they hear my new songs, that would mean the world. And if they find themselves imagining how it would feel to experience these songs in a concert hall – that would make me even happier. A final message to ARMY around the world? To all Army – I'll be coming to see you soon. Please wait just a little longer. I love you. – The Korea Herald/Asia News Network
Pink Villa
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
'Jin's vocals are so heavenly': BTS ARMY goes wild over his live performance of Don't Say You Love Me
BTS' Jin, aka Worldwide Handsome, is back and making waves once again! BTS' Jin is riding the tidal wave of success following the release of his second solo album Echo, and fans can't get enough. The album's title track, Don't Say You Love Me, dropped on May 16, 2025, and almost instantly, the internet exploded. From Weverse to TikTok, ARMYs everywhere were spinning the track on repeat, hearts full and ears blessed. But things got even more exciting the very next day. On May 17 at 5:30 PM KST, Jin hosted a special fan meet event in Seongsu, South Korea—and it was everything fans hoped for and more. Not only did he greet ARMYs in person with his signature charm and goofy energy, but he also performed Don't Say You Love Me live for the very first time! Let's just say Jin 's vocals were nothing short of magical. Fans in the audience and those tuning in via Weverse Live and TikTok Live were left speechless. Some even described his voice as 'heaven-sent' and 'out-of-this-world.' Others couldn't contain their feelings, flooding comment sections with emotional reactions like, 'OMG THE VOCALS!' and 'My ears have been blessed!' Jin also surprised fans with a performance of With the Clouds, another stunning track from Echo. The emotional delivery, his soft falsettos, and subtle strength in his voice—it was a masterclass in live singing. During the fan meet, Jin shared a fun behind-the-scenes tidbit about the music video for Don't Say You Love Me, which stars actress Shin Se Kyung. The collaboration came together thanks to a shared acquaintance through the camera director. 'She's such a pro,' Jin said, admiring her skills. 'I've only acted with the BTS members before, so this was new for me.' And of course, what's a fan meet without some selfies? Jin snapped selcas (selfies) with lucky ARMYs, serving visuals in a cool blue denim shirt layered under a sleek black jacket. The man is effortlessly handsome—we all know it. Echo features seven tracks: Don't Say You Love Me, Nothing Without Your Love, Loser (featuring Yena), Rope It, With the Clouds, Background, and To Me, Today. With its mix of heartfelt lyrics, emotional ballads, and Jin's golden voice, the album is already becoming a fan favorite.
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Korea Herald
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
[Q&A] 'I worked nonstop to show you new songs and performances,' says Jin as he drops second solo EP 'Echo'
Jin of BTS released his second solo EP 'Echo' at 1 p.m., Friday, unveiling seven new tracks that explore a range of emotions and life moments under the central theme of 'resonance.' If his previous release 'Happy' focused on spreading joy, 'Echo' turns inward. From love and friendship to moments of everyday decision-making, Jin delivers honest and relatable stories through music, filtered through his own perspective. The title track, 'Don't Say You Love Me,' captures the emotional contradiction of clinging to a fading relationship. Despite the bittersweet subject matter, the track stands out for its gentle melody and Jin's delicate vocal delivery — a contrast that gives the song its impact. Ahead of his comeback livestream event, scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday on global fan platform Weverse, Jin shared his thoughts on the album through a written Q&A. Q. How does it feel to return with your second solo EP 'Echo' just six months after your last release? I've been appearing on a lot of variety shows lately, but because I'm a singer first and foremost, I really wanted to return with my own music and performances. Of course, there were moments I wanted to rest — but I worked hard because of that desire. I'm glad I can finally show 'Jin the singer' again through this EP. Q. Why did you choose 'Don't Say You Love Me' as the title track? I wanted the album to include songs that are fun to perform — something you can enjoy even more live. Still, for the title track, I wanted a song that's easy on the ears. 'Don't Say You Love Me' is slower than the others, but I felt confident that it would be the most comfortable to listen to. Q. Is there a story behind writing the lyrics to the B-sides? When I write lyrics, I try to preserve the first feeling that comes to mind when I hear the track. For 'With the Clouds,' I watched a lot of animation for inspiration. When I was working on 'Nothing Without Your Love,' I imagined myself performing it onstage — and that made me emotional. I got so choked up at times, I couldn't even sing. Q. What was it like acting alongside actress Shin Se-kyung in the 'Don't Say You Love Me' music video? It was my first time acting with a professional actress, so it felt awkward and clumsy. I was nervous, and things didn't go as smoothly as I imagined. Still, I'm so thankful to Shin Se-kyung for her amazing performance. If you look closely, you might even spot how awkward I was. Q. Any memorable moments from filming the music video? There was a scene in the parking lot, and the wind was just out of control that day. My hair was blowing everywhere — it was impossible to act. In the end, I changed my hairstyle and shot the scene differently than originally planned. I think it ended up giving off a fresh new vibe, so I was satisfied. Q. What's a recent moment that felt like an 'echo' to you? In April, I appeared as a guest at Coldplay's concert in Korea. The crowd's singalong that night really stayed with me — it was powerful. I remember thinking how amazing it would be to have that kind of moment for myself one day. Q. Any fun stories from working with Coldplay again? When I heard the band was coming to Korea, I really hoped we could work together again — and thankfully, the feeling was mutual. That's why I call them 'my hyungs (older brothers).' I saw they were still carrying around the 'Wootteo' character plushie I gave them on tour. It's probably been through a lot — so I gave them a fresh one. Q. You've been active on variety shows on television lately. What's the reason behind that? I wanted to make sure fans could see me often and without much delay. I actually wanted to keep some of my charms hidden, but I guess that didn't work out — variety shows exposed everything. Q. What do you hope listeners take away from this album? I love music that moves me. If listeners feel that same overwhelming emotion when they hear my new songs, that would mean the world. And if they find themselves imagining how it would feel to experience these songs in a concert hall — that would make me even happier. Q. A final message to ARMY around the world?
