In light of a particular topic that gets brought up every once in a while, I realized many people and new ARMYs don't know that there was a lovely ceremony in 2018 when BTS attended to receive their Order of Cultural Merits Awards. The event was not a televised but it was a very lovely ceremony!
SBS:
Bangtan Episode (Translated by Bangtan Subs, original video is on BangtanTV)
Ceremony Transcript:
This recipient, BTS, through cultural activities, has made outstanding contributions in promoting the development of national culture; Therefore we bestow this order according to the Constitution of the Republic of Korea.
Mr. Kim Nam-Joon. He is the leader and the main rapper of BTS, RM. He possesses incredible producing skills. He has made amazing contributions by placing #1 on the Billboard 200 for two consecutive albums, the first Korean singers to do so.
Mr. Kim Seok-Jin has shown multifaceted talents through his deep emotional comprehension, unique vocals, and participation in lyric writing. This is BTS' Jin, who is leading the movement for the globalization of K-Pop.
Mr. Kim Tae-Hyung is a singer-songwriter who is in charge of the killing part of the song with his deep, charismatic voice, and is working to spread Hallyu all over the world.
Mr. Min Yoon-Gi is the lead rapper who possesses solid rapping skills, and contributes greatly to K-Pop being loved by fans all over the world by showcasing incredible talents such as participating in writing lyrics and composing songs.
Mr. Park Ji-Min is the main cancer and vocal, acting as an all-round entertainer who possess not only excellent dance skills but also amazing vocal skills.
Mr. Jeon Jung-Kook has shown remarkable talent in all fields including vocals, dance, songwriting and rap, and has contributed greatly to BTS spreading out to the whole world together with Hallyu.
Mr. Jung Ho-Seok is the main dancer who is in charged of the choreography of BTS and possesses excellent dance skills. He plays a large role in gathering the attention of the world by completing the powerful and elaborate performances of BTS.
