BTS Jungkook's album Golden features Ed Sheeran, DJ Snake, and Shawn Mendes
Jungkook, the youngest member of the renowned boy band BTS, delighted fans by revealing the tracklist for his highly anticipated album, "Golden," on Sunday, October 15. Demonstrating his commitment to his solo career, the K-Pop sensation has worked with a host of influential artists in the music industry for this much-awaited release.
The Golden tracklist
- Golden serves as the title of BTS Jungkook's debut album, which was officially announced on October 4.
- Fans were promised an album comprising 11 tracks, including his previous collaborations and his two latest singles of 2023: "Seven," featuring American rapper Latto, and "3D," featuring American rapper Jack Harlow.
- BigHit's recent announcement heightened excitement among fans as Jungkook unveiled a total of eight fresh tracks, including both the clean and explicit versions of "Seven" and "3D."
- The leading track, "Standing Next to You," not only showcases Jungkook's talent but also reflects the pride fans feel in his accomplishments, particularly the artists he has collaborated with on this album.
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International artists working with Jungkook
The phenomenal rise of K-pop in recent years has garnered a global following for K-pop music, fashion trends, and South Korean culture. Jungkook's partnerships with notable figures in the international music scene testify to this growing trend.
The star-studded international lineup for "Golden" features artists such as Latto, Jack Harlow, Shawn Mendes, Ed Sheeran, Diplo, DJ Snake, and Major Lazer. The tracklist includes:
- "Seven" featuring Latto
- "3D" featuring Jack Harlow
- "Hate You" with Shawn Mendes
- "Yes or No" with Ed Sheeran
- "Closer To You" featuring Major Lazer and produced by Diplo
- "Please Don’t Change" featuring DJ Snake.
The global prominence of K-pop, K-dramas, and South Korean culture has experienced remarkable growth, with K-pop's influence continuously expanding.
The inclusion of K-pop categories at the MTV VMAs (Video Music Awards) in 2019 underscores the immense popularity and dedicated fan base of this musical genre.
Jungkook's collaborations with a host of international artists for his debut album herald a new era for both K-pop and the Western music industry.
The strengthening collaboration between K-pop groups, idols, and international artists is solidifying its place, leaving fans eager for more exceptional music from these dynamic partnerships.