When Tae shared that he experiences hearing loss, it made us think about how many people quietly navigate the same challenge.
In his honor, weβre making a donation to the https://t.co/8Mr2fnbJkj to support research for hearing loss. May something he shared with us help inspire support for research that can make a difference for so many others.
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USA TODAYβs review of BTSβ Baltimore concertπππ₯π₯π
When the signs range from βIβm 4 years old, this is my first concertβ to βK-pop Grandma willing to break a hip for BTS,β you know your appeal is demographic-proof.π₯π₯π₯π₯π
BTSβ dedication to their culture is admirable. But the joy that they ignite in fans of multiple generations and ethnicities goes beyond their own loyalties.π₯π₯π₯π₯πππ«
Whether trading off vocals or raps in the steady creep of βThey Donβt Know βBout Us,β or spotlighting the sweet vocalizing on βMerry Go Round,β the group works tirelessly to connect with fans in a cavernous settingπ₯π₯
Then comes the relentless collection of βMic Drop,β βFYAβ and βFire,β all complemented by sweaty fist-pumps, frenzied lights and plumes of pyro, like a shot of adrenaline after consuming a magnum of caffeine.π₯π₯π₯π₯π
When these Kings of the World π₯π₯π₯πlap the venue floor with dancers and security in tow, bopping through βIdolβ and its perfect stadium-chant chorus, itβs an exercise in fan appreciation.
There are no divisions at a BTS concertππ« . It doesnβt matter where you came from, how old you are or if youβre wearing bedazzled jerseys with your faveβs name etched on the back, super-short leather ensembles or Converse and jeans
The vibe is enveloping, the songs an easily digestible pastiche of pop splattered with hip-hop and the dancing pinpoint-perfect but loose when the Magnificent Seven are unleashed to showcase their personalities.π₯π₯π
Another proclamation from a sign-bearer in the Baltimore crowd likely spoke for millions of BTS Army members: βThanks for keeping me alive.βππ«
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now i understand this interaction much better bc tae said he can hear 100% from his right ear and 30% from his left ear thatβs why he switched sides when jm spoke to him and at the end jimin patted him :((((