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I’ve always felt the need to unveil music tied to jack in the box thematically for a long time. The jack-in-the-box concept is actually tied heavily into my stage name, so I think I’ve always had the idea in my back pocket.

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How long has Jack in the Box been in the making? You’ve mentioned in the past that you always have a plan, and in a recent V Live, you confirmed that the artwork for last year’s full version of “Blue Side” was somewhat of a spoiler for this album, with the jack-in-the-box illustration and the words “Pandora’s box.” I didn’t approach the project with wanting to be first in mind. I think timing-wise, I ended up becoming the first because I was constantly preparing. I started to think that J-Hope needed to show more sincerity in music, and that’s what I focused on while approaching Jack in the Box. That led to the creation of “Chicken Noodle Soup,” which features more of that. I think by doing that, naturally, my mixtape Hope World came out … and from reflecting more, I realized I wanted to show more dancing, which you can consider as my main foundation. Rather than thinking of an order of who would release first, while promoting as BTS, I kept asking myself the question “What type of music can I do as BTS’ J-Hope?” I am always asking myself that question, steadily coming up with a plan. Watch BTS' Jin Join Coldplay for Live Debut of 'The Astronaut' at Argentina ConcertĪlthough BTS members have released mixtapes and singles in the past, you’re the first to release a full-length solo album. (The album title is a play on Pandora’s box, which also inspired his stage name.) With “ More,” the album’s prerelease rock/hip-hop single, he surprised audiences and even bandmate RM with his approach. With his new album, Jack in the Box, J-Hope - born Jeong Hoseok - turns introspective, showing off a darker side to his persona, not to mention how multidimensional he is. He puts extreme care into his craft, and he isn’t afraid to experiment.

He’s the group’s lead dancer, but he’s also involved in the creative process for every BTS album. But there’s a lot more than meets the eye. Although individual members have released mixtapes or singles in the past, none have officially released a full-length solo album - until now.Īt first glance, J-Hope can seem like the most light-hearted and upbeat member of BTS, a big smile perpetually on his face. The group recently announced it would be embarking on a new chapter together, one that, for now, places an emphasis on solo activities. You’ll mostly hear him called Suga, but he’s done (excellent) solo work under the name “Agust D.” Recently collaborated with Psy on the unbelievably catchy song That That.RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook have officially been together as BTS since 2013, working tirelessly while becoming the biggest band in the world. Suga/Min Yoongi/민윤기 - Rapper and accomplished producer.J-Hope/Jung Hoseok/정호석 - Rapper and main dancer, known for glaring at other members when they make mistakes onstage and for his bright, infectious laugh.A friend of mine insists she took a class with him at university, but I’m still waiting for proof. Often called “Worldwide Handsome,” and has a tendency to go viral when he makes public appearances. Jin/Kim Seokjin/김석진 - Singer, oldest member, and frequent purveyor of dad jokes.Recently described as “the one I’d totally get a beer with” by my 35-year-old male friend. Famously became fluent in English by watching Friends over and over. RM/Kim Namjoon/김남준 - Rapper and leader of the group, also notable as an art collector.The only BTS member that my parents have heard of. Jimin/Park Jimin/박지민 - Singer, nicknamed “Mochi.” Performed Lie, an absolute banger that lives rent-free in my head.

Was recently described as “Wait, I swear I’ve seen that guy at a club before” by a non-Army friend who was re-watching the Grammys with me. You’ll hear him called “JK” and “Kookie” - he also makes short films under the name “Golden Closet.” Has a habit of doing multi-hour livestreams where he keeps insisting he’s about to go to bed and then not doing so, and we love him for it.

Jungkook/Jeon Jungkook/전정국 - Singer and youngest member.

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Currently in a reality show on Disney Plus with a tight-knit group of friends that includes Parasite star Choi Woo-shik. V/Kim Taehyung/김태형 - Singer with an angelic baritone voice and a record-breaking Instagram following.

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