
To be able to stand out in a group of incredible talents is an achievement of its own. One prime example of an idol who has carved a name for himself as a soloist while shining brightly as a member of a band is none other than V of BTS.
Commonly deemed as one of the most soulful vocalists of this generation, V’s distinctive vocal color and tone is defined by the critics as an integral aspect of BTS’s musicality. His soul-stirring and skillful performances are often noted as “enviable and impossible to recreate.” V is also the first Korean idol to be placed alongside legends such as David Bowie, Frank Sinatra, and Kurt Cobain on Wikipedia’s “List of baritones in non-classical music,” further cementing the power of his voice.
[UCC] Esteemed music critic, Kim Young Dae, praises BTS V's elegant pastel baritone and deems his voice as an integral part of BTS's musical identity https://t.co/JWMdZsrinW
— allkpop (@allkpop) January 6, 2021
[UCC] Netizens are amazed by BTS V's wide vocal range, "brilliant potential given by God"https://t.co/Ppq96Nrmnw pic.twitter.com/WjjSniLN4d
— allkpop (@allkpop) July 27, 2019
As a dancer, V is recognized as their most expressive and captivating performer. His duality, gestures, and expressions are regarded as gems that prompt the audiences to come back for more. The Korean media has also named V as the “Idol of Idols” as numerous rookie idols list his uniqueness and effortless embodiment of the performance as their inspiration.
200704 #TaehyungNaver#BTSV known as "Idol Textbook" & "Idol's Idol," has become a role model for countless junior idol groups. Many junior idols have confessed that after watching V’s stage, they want to move fans like he does when he performs.
— BTS V Union 🌎 (@BTSV_UNION) July 4, 2020
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Moving on, V’s visuals need no introduction. From CGV to National Treasure, V is honored as the “Face of K-pop.” Furthermore, his bold style choices, along with his comfy, loose fitted yet stunning outfits, are commonly regarded as sensational trendsetters. His self-made outfits, which gained him the nickname of “Style Icon,” is one of the most-anticipated clothing lines by the masses.
📰 The Urban Dictionary, the largest online dictionary website in the U.K., lists both "Face of K-pop" & "Eternal Beauty" as an attribute of #BTSV. The dictionary explained that the title was given to V because of the numerous handsome titles V has won.
— BTS V Union 🌎 (@BTSV_UNION) January 13, 2021
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[NEWS] 191006 #TaehyungNaver "Global Fashion King" #BTSV's brand 'Vante' needs to be launched asap.. Intensive coverage from foreign media
— V Philippines 🇵🇭 (@TAETAE_PH) October 6, 2019
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Moreover, V has also proven to be one of the most acclaimed soloists of this generation. His solo music, termed by the fans as “pieces of comfort,” is known for its authenticity, creativity, and its finesse.
In 2019, with the release of his first self-composed solo tracks titled “Scenery” and “Winter Bear,” V dominated SoundCloud by becoming the most-streamed Korean soloist on the platform. He further proved his capabilities and his unwavering popularity by bagging the title in the following year as well.
V also wrote history with “Sweet Night,” his first self-composed solo release on a paid platform. He dethroned pop queen Adele to become the first and only artist to score the most No. 1s (117 countries) in iTunes history. The melancholic ballad, which recently set the record as the fastest Korean soundtrack to surpass 100 million on Spotify, was also the most-streamed OST of 2020 on the platform. He even received multiple “OST of the Year” awards and an innumerable amount of praise as the success of “Sweet Night” is credited solely to V and his star power.
[UCC] #BTS's V is the most-streamed Korean Soloist on Soundcloud for a second consecutive year https://t.co/fnunbgZ5Mq
— allkpop (@allkpop) December 31, 2020
[UCC] BTS V's award-winning OST "Sweet Night" becomes the fastest Korean OST to reach 100M streams on Spotify https://t.co/iW5U4m3dmW
— allkpop (@allkpop) January 26, 2021
Aside from his record-setting music and performances, V is also the only group member to transition to the small screen as an actor. His memorable performance in KBS’s 2016 drama titled “Hwarang” left such a lasting impression that he is repeatedly listed by the drama fanatics as an actor they are looking forward to.
V is also dubbed as the “Creative Genius” of the septet. His globally recognized creation, “I Purple You,” is an inherent part of BTS’s brand itself. His famous selfie pose known as the “V sign,” the many elements of his love for photography such as “Vante” and “#VCut” and his outstanding work as the visual director of their latest best-selling record “BE” beautifully highlights his out-of-the-box artistry and ingenuity.
Congratulations to our Taehyung, he has won Best Idol Actor on Soompi Awards! This is really important, Hwarang marked his debut as an actor and he did such a great job even if it was his first experience. So proud of you, Hansung ❤ @BTS_twt pic.twitter.com/HcbXB1d96G
— ♛ (@sceneryfortae) April 16, 2018
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— Elysha 💜 KTH1 IS COMING (@myonlyTAEger) June 14, 2020
200614 #TaehyungNaver The creative ideas of #BTSV & spread of influence are making headlines.. from 'I purple you' to 'V signature'
V's extraordinary originality has created unpredictable expressions & ideas, that's why V is called geniushttps://t.co/QMt4ogFRiU pic.twitter.com/Do9Pqcmo6B
V’s journey as BTS’s secret weapon to their multifaceted, unique powerhouse is nothing short of inspirational and commendable. Adding to that, V has slowly, steadily, and successfully carved himself a path as a soloist who makes music for the soul and reigns over the charts.
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V is honestly good at everything