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BTS’s leader, RM, has recently dropped his newest album Right Place, Wrong Person, featuring the lead single “LOST!”
Not only does the album explore deep philosophical themes, but it also includes raw and bold tracks that showcase RM’s unapologetic side.
Namjoon said “fuck off bitch” in every word possible
pic.twitter.com/QJFE0WleD3
— sai ᥫ᭡ (@joonstalk) May 24, 2024
namjoon writing right place wrong person pic.twitter.com/dLclJwh9JT
— tay ʳᵖʷᵖ ⁷ (@kimgayism) May 24, 2024
ARMYs have shown particular love for Track #3, “out of love,” with its candid opening lyrics “My life is out of love.” In the second verse, RM boldly declares, “You can f*ck my body, can’t f*ck my mind.”
“you can fuck my body, can’t fuck my mind”
— kim namjoon, out of love.
— bts lover ⁷ (@itsbtszone) May 24, 2024
NAMJOON: you can fuck my body can’t fuck my mind
OMYGOD!!!! pic.twitter.com/TZbqUPrPzg
— moni⁷ 𖠌 (@taeisthv) May 24, 2024
But it’s the frank discussion of smoking in Verse 1 that is stirring the most conversation.
I’m just a pack of cigarettes
I’m going to burn all the love and the hate, the right, the wrongs
Even the goddamn world I’ve been living in my entire life
Smoking kills, I know
It’s my f*cking business, you bitches stop, don’t talk sh*t
Ashes falling like snow
I’ve been changing the flow
Time to let go of the past, the memories, the stacks of truth
Diaries without priorities
I already killed myself out of f*cking fears
Smoke, drink, people, I know they stink
Mix them all up and I put them in the sink
I don’t do the dishes ’cause it’s my f*cking script
After a dozen years, I can now feel the creepiness back again
I don’t belong here, poetry died and love was buried
Anyway, since you and I believe in different truths
Then I don’t blame you
I don’t blame you
Love will probably fail— RM, “out of love”
In late 2023, an Instagram Story briefly showed RM smoking with a friend, leading to a storm of criticism. K-Pop idols are often judged harshly for such behavior, seen as setting a bad example for younger fans.
Subsequently, RM spoke about the incident on Weverse Live, implying that his choices are his own, stating, “It’s my life. …I’m just a singer.”
namjoon: guys please ( in korean) guys come on, it’s my life, tell your opinions about- i don’t know guys, i’m just a singer
— missing Tannies⁷ ʳᵖʷᵖ (@yoonglssss) November 14, 2023
Now, his direct response to his critics through his music has made a powerful statement. ARMYs are championing RM for his honesty and self-assertion.
“Smoking kills, I know It’s my fuckin’ business, you bitches, stop, don’t talk shit”
TELL THEM NAMJOON pic.twitter.com/l42dwq0nm6
— Bubs⁷ ᴿᴾᵂᴾ ⭒아포방포⭒ (@875__613) May 24, 2024
HERE WE GOOOO pic.twitter.com/Qrjo21SUJq
— Namjoon’s wife⁷ missing tannies stay alive 2025 (@Healinghours7) May 24, 2024
RM is an adult capable of making his own choices.
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FAQ about RM and His Smoking Controversy
- What was the incident that caused the smoking controversy?
In November 2023, RM shared an image on Instagram Stories that showed him smoking with a friend. It was deleted soon after, but it led to a backlash due to the strict standards K-Pop idols are held to. - How did RM address the smoking incident?
RM touched on the incident during a Weverse Live session, saying, “It’s my life. …I’m just a singer.” He further addressed it through lyrics in his new song “out of love.” - What is the message of RM’s new song that addresses the controversy?
In the song “out of love,” RM speaks to the act of smoking and reflects on his life and choices, reaffirming that his decisions are his own business and urging his critics to refrain from judgment. - What has been the fan reaction to RM’s new song
Many fans, known as ARMYs, have expressed their support for RM’s forthrightness and his personal authenticity in his music.
Conclusion
RM’s artistic expression in his latest album Right Place, Wrong Person has highlighted his maturity and right to self-determination. Through introspective lyrics and bold statements, he has embraced his full identity as an artist and individual. Despite the initial controversy, RM has turned the conversation into a powerful narrative about personal authenticity and agency. The support from the fanbase illustrates the ARMY’s unwavering dedication and understanding of their idols as multifaceted individuals.