The group initially formed as teenagers under Big Hit Entertainment and released their debut single album, 2 Cool 4 Skool (2013). Subsequent work such as their first U.S. Billboard 200 entries The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Part 2 (2015), The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever (2016), and Wings (2016) helped establish BTS' reputation as a socially conscious group. Wings became BTS' first album to sell one million copies in South Korea. By 2017, BTS crossed into the international music market, leading the Korean Wave into the United States and breaking numerous sales records, becoming the first Korean group to receive a certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) with their single "Mic Drop". The band is the first Korean act to top the U.S. Billboard 200 with their studio album Love Yourself: Tear (2018) and have since hit the top of the U.S. charts with their albums Love Yourself: Answer (2018) and Map of the Soul: Persona (2019), making BTS the first group since The Beatles to earn three number one albums in less than a year, and the fastest to earn three number one albums since The Monkees in 1967. Love Yourself: Answer also broke South Korea's Gaon Album Chart's all-time monthly record previously set by Love Yourself: Tear and became the first Korean album certified Gold in the United States.
According to Gaon Music Chart, BTS has sold fifteen million albums domestically and is the best-selling artist to debut in the 2010s. They hold the best-selling album in Korean history with Map of the Soul: Persona. BTS were the second best-selling artists of 2018 worldwide according to the IFPI's Global Artist Chart, as well as the only non-English speaking artist to enter the chart. The group has won Top Social Artist three years in a row and Top Duo/Group at the 26th Billboard Music Awards. Featured on Time's international cover as "Next Generation Leaders", BTS has appeared in the magazine's 25 most influential people on the internet (2017–2019) and Time's 100 most influential people in the world (2019), with the outlet giving them the nickname 'Princes of Pop'. Forbes Korea named BTS the most influential celebrities of Korea in 2018, and BTS ranked 43rd in the Forbes Celebrity 100 (2019) as one of the world's top-earning celebrities. During their 2019 Love Yourself World Tour, BTS became the first Asian artist ever to headline and sell out Wembley Stadium and broke the record for the single highest-grossing engagement in Rose Bowl Stadium history. BTS are worth more than $4.65 billion to South Korea's economy each year, attracting one in every 13 foreign tourists that visit the country, and are cited as one of the key acts boosting global music sales to $19 billion in 2018, a figure not seen since 2006 after digital purchases gained momentum.
Following the establishment of their Love Myself anti-violence campaign in partnership with UNICEF, BTS addressed the United Nations 73rd General Assembly and became the youngest ever recipients of the Order of Cultural Merit from the President of South Korea due to their contributions in spreading Korean culture and language.
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They say I've been making hits
I've been making since a jit
Do it free with no profit
I don't do it for the riches
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I don't ever make a miss and
I don't do it for these
They say I've been making hits
I've been making since a jit
Do it free with no profit
I don't do it for the riches
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I don't ever make a miss and
I don't do it for these
All these JPRO's better stay low
Don't wanna to enter my scope because you know
Imma hit you with the same tone, eyes closed
Don't wanna stay close cause I keep you on your toes
I don't want to sell out cause then I don't win
I don't want to sell out to get my songs spins
I don't want to sell out to get my songs clicks
I'll just keep making songs until a song hits
As underrated as it gets
They say I've been making hits
I've been making since a jit
Do it free with no profit
I don't do it for the riches
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I don't ever make a miss and
I don't do it for these
As underrated as it gets
They say I've been making hits
I've been making since a jit
Do it free with no profit
I don't do it for the riches
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I don't ever make a miss and
I don't do it for these
Finding my way but I am really?
I copy different artists, and I copy different cities
At the same time is anything originally
From a certain artist even though they claim to be
I don't trust them anymore, they got writers
But at the same time, that's why they on fire
So do I sell out and join the constant pile?
Or do I stay here independent preaching to the choir?
As underrated as it gets
They say I've been making hits
I've been making since a jit
Do it free with no profit
I don't do it for the riches
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I don't ever make a miss and
I don't do it for these
As underrated as it gets
They say I've been making hits
I've been making since a jit
Do it free with no profit
I don't do it for the riches
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I don't ever make a miss and
I don't do it for these
As underrated as it gets
They say I've been making hits
I've been making since a jit
Do it free with no profit
I don't do it for the riches
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I don't ever make a miss and
I don't do it for these
As underrated as it gets
They say I've been making hits
I've been making since a jit
Do it free with no profit
I don't do it for the riches
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I don't ever make a miss and
I don't do it for these
In these lyrics, the artist is expressing their status as an underrated artist who is often overlooked and underappreciated. Despite this, they affirm that they have been consistently creating hits since they were young ("a jit"), emphasizing their long-standing talent and dedication to their craft. They also mention that they create music without seeking any profit, highlighting their genuine love for music and their willingness to give their art freely to the world.
The artist then dismisses the idea of creating music for monetary gain or to please others, such as finding a romantic partner ("a Mrs."). They emphasize that they never miss with their music, implying their confidence in their ability to consistently deliver quality work. Moreover, they express a desire to remain independent and true to themselves rather than selling out to become mainstream or popular.
The lyrics then delve into the artist's skepticism towards the authenticity of other artists and the music industry as a whole. They question whether anything in the music world is truly original anymore, pointing out how artists often borrow from others and copy certain styles or trends. Despite this skepticism, they acknowledge that artists with a team of writers can create successful music, acknowledging that it can sometimes lead to great results. However, they are torn between joining this system or staying true to their own independent approach, preaching their message to their loyal fans or "the choir."
Throughout the song, the artist is clearly frustrated with being underrated and overlooked, wanting their talent and hard work to be recognized. They reiterate their commitment to creating hits, starting from a young age, and emphasize that they do not create music for material wealth or to conform to others' expectations ("do it for the riches," "do it for a Mrs."). Instead, they create from their own passion, refusing to compromise their authenticity for commercial success.
Overall, these lyrics convey the artist's struggle to maintain their artistic integrity and creative independence in an industry that often values popularity and profitability over genuine talent and originality. They express their determination to continue making music regardless of recognition, proving themselves as an underrated artist who consistently produces hits.
Line by Line Meaning
As underrated as it gets
I am not recognized or appreciated to the extent that I should be
They say I've been making hits
People acknowledge that my songs are successful
I've been making since a jit
I have been creating music since I was young
Do it free with no profit
I make music without expecting financial gain
I don't do it for the riches
I am not motivated by wealth
I don't do it for a Mrs.
I am not motivated by the desire to impress women
I don't ever make a miss and
I consistently release successful songs
I don't do it for these
I am not doing it for the attention or recognition
All these JPRO's better stay low
Other established artists should stay away from me
Don't wanna to enter my scope because you know
They shouldn't try to compete with me because they are aware of my talent
Imma hit you with the same tone, eyes closed
I will deliver my music with the same passion and style every time, without hesitating
Don't wanna stay close cause I keep you on your toes
They don't want to be associated with me because I challenge and push them to improve
I don't want to sell out cause then I don't win
I refuse to compromise my artistic integrity just to achieve mainstream success
I don't want to sell out to get my songs spins
I am not willing to sacrifice my artistic vision to gain more radio airplay
I don't want to sell out to get my songs clicks
I won't compromise my music to generate more online views or popularity
I'll just keep making songs until a song hits
I will continue creating music until one of my songs becomes a big success
Finding my way but I am really?
I am questioning whether I am truly discovering my own unique path
I copy different artists, and I copy different cities
I draw inspiration from various artists and the environments I encounter
At the same time is anything originally
I am uncertain if anything in music is truly original
From a certain artist even though they claim to be
Even artists who claim to be original may have influences from others
I don't trust them anymore, they got writers
I have lost faith in some artists because they rely on songwriters for their music
But at the same time, that's why they on fire
However, using professional songwriters is one reason why they are successful
So do I sell out and join the constant pile?
Should I compromise my values and conform to the mainstream music industry?
Or do I stay here independent preaching to the choir?
Or should I remain independent and cater to my loyal fanbase?
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Landon Cetera
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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on Permission To Dance
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on Permission To Dance
i love it's musici
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on Boy With Luv (Feat. Halsey)
Wow that was Rap Monster SeokJin Yoongi J-hope Jimin Taehyung Jk and Halsey
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on Boy With Luv (Feat. Halsey)
Oh yeah it so cool Woohoo BTS
Bora29
on A Brand New Day (BTS World Original Soundtrack) [Pt. 2]
I love it
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on Save ME
Love it
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on Danger
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