It seems that ARMYs always have something to look forward to, because BTS just keeps coming up with things that make their fans happy, whether they’re songs or merchandise. This time, it’s a collaboration between them and Ed Sheeran!
The popular English singer and songwriter has confirmed that he’s recently written a track for the most famous K-pop group. Sheeran shared the news in an interview with Most Requested Live saying, “I’ve actually worked with BTS on their last record, and I’ve just written a song for their new record. And they’re super, super cool guys as well.” Ed Sheeran’s last record with BTS was Make It Right, released in 2019.
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Big Hit Music, which is the record label of BTS, confirmed Ed Sheeran’s statement. “It is true that Ed Sheeran is participating in BTS’s new song,” they told South Korean media.
.@edsheeran says he’s “just written” a new song for @BTS_twt 👀 #MRLxEdSheeran #BTS #EdSheeran pic.twitter.com/OpScEhx6yT
— Most Requested Live (@MostRequestLive) June 27, 2021
On top of that, ARMYs are also celebrating the news about BTS’ possible deferment in their military service. On 23 June 2021, the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, Hwang Hee, said that he would gladly give a recommendation for BTS to postpone their military training should they ask for it. “I will definitely write a recommendation for them,” said Hwang on a local news channel. However, BTS has yet to submit an application for a recommendation.
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With all that said, we’re really excited for what the future has in store for BTS and ARMY! Be on the lookout for BTS’ new song written by Ed Sheeran!
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