BTS’s RM is currently fulfilling his military service duties. He is serving as a Private First Class in the 15th Infantry Division of the Army. Recently, in celebration of BTS’s 11th anniversary, RM sent a letter to the fans. On June 12th, BTS’s Jin was discharged from the military. To commemorate the occasion, all the other BTS members who are still serving took leave to gather together. It appears that during this reunion, RM had many thoughts, which he shared with the fans in his letter.
In this post, we will translate RM’s letter, and in the next post, we will discuss the fans’ reactions.
Letter from BTS’s RM to Fans
It’s been a while.
Recently, it was our 11th anniversary, but I couldn’t leave even a short note, blaming it on being busy. Haha.
A month ago, “Come Back To Me” was released, and three weeks ago, “RPWP” came out. I kept delaying my plans to enlist with Hoseok last April, and eventually, I joined the military alongside my younger brothers. It seems like I spent 2023 just drinking and working. I envy my friend’s sergeant insignia, but I have no regrets. (Haha.)
This is the first piece of work where I couldn’t personally share my thoughts with you. There’s so much I want to say, but it’s all written in the album. This album is my honest attempt to be truthful to myself. I hope you’ll take your time to read it over and over. Please.
Three days ago, my brother Jin was finally discharged. I brought a saxophone to play for fun, but I was actually overwhelmed with emotions. I wondered if he felt lonely and had a hard time going first. How was it for him? Eighteen months are fair to everyone here. We are now living through his past.
After being out for a while, I realize that time flows differently outside. Gravity feels different too. Everyone seems to be living well, regardless of my absence. It feels somewhat empty, but above all, it was wonderful to gather with the members again after such a long time, having candid conversations over drinks (though more than half of the talk was about the military… lol). It feels like it’s been nearly ten months. I missed these people so much. I used to call them out of the blue just to ask how they were doing.
Jin always used to say how much he missed the members and that we would feel the same. Living scattered somewhere in Gangwon-do, I profoundly understand that now. Seeing each other and talking in person made me realize the things that remain unchanged, the place I should return to, and who I am. It was a precious time for all of us.
Where might we be wandering now? What faces will we all have at our 12th anniversary next year? I miss it because I long for it, and I long for it because I miss it. Eleven years already. It will just be another year to count down. I entrust the aftermath to Jin and Hobi, who are now in your embrace, and will soon be.
I leave with the realization that so many of you haven’t forgotten us, waiting and loving us still. Your overflowing love. As always, I’ll think of the members and all of you, and live each day well.
I love you.
Thank you.
Until next early summer,
Namjoon.
I appreciate you taking the time to read this post. Please share your thoughts in the comments!
He’s truly a precious soul