BTS star Jimin recently revealed his emotional reaction to RM’s solo music, describing how it made him feel “suffocated” and concerned for his leader’s well-being.
RM’s Candid Struggles
RM, the esteemed leader of global sensation BTS, has been remarkably open about the challenges he faced during his 18-month military service. He even admitted to breaking down at night and seeking medical help, revealing that his time in the unit wasn’t as smooth as many might have assumed.
This openness follows earlier insights into his struggles, particularly around the time he was preparing for his second solo album. Fans have long been concerned about the immense pressure he carries, not just as a global artist, but also as the group’s central figure.
“Right People, Wrong Place” – A Raw Confession
A year ago, before his enlistment, RM invited fellow member Jimin for an early listen of his pre-recorded tracks for the album “Right People, Wrong Place.” RM explained the album’s theme, reflecting on feelings of being a “stranger” or feeling misplaced, even when everything seems to be going well.
He openly questioned, “Am I the only one who feels like a stranger here, even when everything seems to be going fine?” RM added, “I’m the right person, but maybe I’m just in the wrong place.”
Jimin’s Emotional Reaction to RM’s Music
Jimin described RM’s albums as being “kind of like a diary,” a deeply personal reflection. As he listened to the raw emotion in the lyrics, Jimin instinctively sensed the immense pressure and hardships RM was enduring.
He even paused during the listening session, wondering aloud, “What kind of jerk made him write something this fierce?” It was a clear sign of his deep concern for his bandmate.
Later, Jimin admitted, “When I heard the album, it felt like reading a diary. I had so much going on in my head, it felt a little suffocating.” He then added, “He poured everything into that album. And I knew, I just knew, he was having a really hard time.”
The Weight of Public Scrutiny
RM has never shied away from discussing the intense scrutiny K-pop idols constantly face and the unrealistic expectations placed upon them. He recalled a particularly difficult period for BTS, especially when the debate around military enlistment exemptions was rampant in South Korea.
He described being in public spaces and overhearing people discuss the group negatively, unaware he was right there. These experiences, combined with personal struggles, led him to pour his feelings into his music, creating the album as a “record” of his emotional state.
Even a year after these revelations, fans believe RM continues to carry a significant burden, particularly with the looming pressure of rebranding BTS once all members return from military service.
- BTS’s Jimin felt “suffocated” and deeply concerned after listening to RM’s solo album, sensing his bandmate’s struggles.
- RM’s album, “Right People, Wrong Place,” is a raw, diary-like reflection of his feelings of displacement and the intense pressure he faced.
- RM has been open about his personal and mental health challenges, including seeking medical help during his military service.
While BTS members are currently engaged in individual activities and reportedly filming new music in the U.S., these candid revelations offer a powerful glimpse into the personal journeys of these global superstars.
