BTS's "zero to hero" story has always been famous among fans and even outside the fandom. Honestly, looking at BTS and Big Hit Entertainment 12 years ago, it's hard to believe that they could achieve such great success as they have now.
However, that doesn't mean that BTS's success is a coincidence or luck, but it comes from the members themselves. Whether they were unknown rookies who just debuted or when they became the world's top Kpop superstars, there are principles that the group never changed.
It's not hard to see that all the members of BTS have always stood out for their hard work, sincerity, and honesty, even when they became global stars that many people respected. They have inspired millions of people and made music history without changing or losing their true nature.
However, few people know that this principle comes from the advice of a homeless man they met 12 years ago. Notably, at that time, BTS was still figuring out who they wanted to be as people and artists and luckily, they received a sincere advice to solve their confusion.
Specifically, in 2014, 1 year after the group debuted, Bang PD took all the members of the group to Los Angeles, USA to experience the hip hop culture from the roots. The reality TV show αмєяι¢αn Hustle Life was also born, recording the moment BTS walked on the streets with their mentors, distributing food to the less fortunate.
When a homeless man received a meal from the members, he in return gave a valuable advice to young idols.
“Stay true to yourself. Stay true to your heart…Be who you are, you know, don’t be like some other group. Be who you are, right from your soul…right from what’s in you. Why you’re an artist, what made you attracted to art — then be that. Be true to that, that attracted you, and you’ll be good at whatever you do. Never lose who you are. Know who you are. Be true to your heart", he said pαѕѕionately.
The group members took to this advice like "a duck to water", realizing what they needed to do as artists. Even though time has pαѕѕed and things have changed, BTS members have maintained this and turned it into their secret to success.
Comparing what this person said to BTS now, it’s not hard for fans to realize that the random advice at that time is still valid more than a decade later, even in the future.
BTS does not hesitate to reveal their personal nature and aim for true values through their songs. Since then, their sincerity and life-oriented music have touched the hearts of millions of fans, turning the group into "pop icons of the 21st century".
Not only that, this advice is not only true for BTS but also for any artist. One of the secrets to success is to first be "yourself", do not forget your original intention!
