Music in general has a positive impact on people’s mental well-being, but when it comes to the “healing power” within K-pop, the name that is mentioned most frequently and prominently is BTS. BTS are the most widely recognized K-pop idols for their ability to bring emotional healing—not only through their melo∂ιєs but also through the philosophical depth and humanistic messages embedded in their music.
A 2020 study by Prof. Lee Gyu-tag (George Mason University кσяєα) analyzed how BTS have become a bridge between music and emotional therapy by conveying the shared experiences of a young generation. Meanwhile, a 2021 study by the University of California, Berkeley, published in the journal Psychology of Popular Media, found that BTS fans reported feeling comforted, less lonely, and more confident after listening to the group’s music.
And recently, Jin was recognized by the αмєяι¢αn Heart Association (AHA) for how his music has contributed to saving lives—in a way you probably wouldn’t expect!
Specifically, on its official Instagram account with over 555,000 followers, the nonprofit organization posted: "He’s “Worldwide Handsome” and he’s helping save lives. “Don’t Say You Love Me” by @jin has the right beat for Hands-Only CPR. If you see a teen or adult collapse, call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest" with tags "#jin_echo #bts #btsarmy #NationofLifesavers #CPRwithHeart"
The title track ‘Don’t Say You Love Me’ from Jin’s second mini album ‘Echo’, released on May 16, has surpαѕѕed 564.2 million streams on Spotify (as of October 18, KST), making it the most-streamed K-pop song in the world in 2025. As of November 9, the song has exceeded 625 million streams, making Jin the first K-pop solo artist to surpαѕѕ the 600-million-stream milestone on Spotify in 2025.
‘Don’t Say You Love Me’ also reached #1 on Spotify’s Global Chart on May 25, becoming the first song by an Asian artist to top the platform’s global ranking in 2025.
Meanwhile, Jin currently holds the record for the most #1 songs (seven) in the history of Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales chart. His album ‘Echo’ also became the only K-pop solo album of 2025 to remain on the Billboard World Albums Chart for over 22 weeks, proving his overwhelming popularity. Based on pure album sales, Jin is also the best-selling K-pop solo artist in the U.S. in 2025.
The αмєяι¢αn Heart Association utilized the global popularity of the BTS superstar and his solo track to raise awareness of the hands-only CPR technique in the U.S. and worldwide. The Association’s mention surprised many online users, who realized that—whether by coincidence or design—Jin’s music truly carries the power to save lives.
The post has garnered tens of thousands of likes and comments, and its meaningful message has been widely shared across social media platforms so that more people can learn about it. Meanwhile, ARMYs expressed their pride that Jin was certified by one of the world’s leading medical organizations, which further deepens the artistic value he aims to convey through his music:
- Omg the αмєяι¢αn Heart Association is Army. So proud of Jin and Don't say you love me
- BTS saves lives in unimaginable ways. They have never forgotten their original sense of compαѕѕion — it’s impossible not to love these boys.
- I love being an Army and healthcare worker. I'm so proud of Jin and BTS
- Wow, @jin your song safe life's. How amazing is saving life's and sing an amazing song!!
- So proud and happy to be an ARMY and doctor!! ACLS in Another Level!
- Jin saves many lives. Our heartthrob is saving lives. He is an angel
- And now I have to memorize DSYLM not only to save lives but to make AHA & Jin proud
- Wow!! His song really saving lives, this is so beautiful
- I see. I'll remember that. This can save lives! Thanks AHA
- Omg this is such an interesting thing. I knew about cpr-ing with Staying Alive. Glad to know DSYLM is helpful too
- Good to know there are more BTS tracks to saving lives in addition to Staying alive.
