is bts rcist or misgynistic? did they never apologize? let's clear this up because people love spreading misinformation. in fact, bts is one of the few artists who consistently take accountability and grow. a thread 🧵 note: i recommend watching the video below for more details not included in... this thread 👇🏻show more

in july 2016, big hit entertainment issued an official statement acknowledging that certain bts lyrics, including rm’s solo track "joke", contained content that could be perceived as mis*gynistic and offensive towards women. addressing the controversy directly, rm shared that he felt deeply ignorant and took full personal accountability by actively consulting with women's studies professors to have his lyrics reviewed. he reflected on his lack of gender sensitivity and committed to educating himself to unlearn societal prejudices moving forward. 🔗 🔗

in 2018, big hit issued an official statement regarding past clothing controversies (n**i inspired hat and at*ic bomb t-shirt), clarifying that the incidents were entirely unintentional, caused by stylists, not the fault of bts members, and offered a sincere apology. 🔗 🔗

in a 2015 hiphopplaya interview, rm showed respect for black culture by admitting past mistakes in using hip-hop expressions thoughtlessly and learning from warren g. rm continues to show this deep respect and credit black music in 2026 🔗

in may 2020, big hit entertainment issued an official apology after a speech by c*lt leader j*m j*nes was included in suga’s mixtape track "what do you think?". the agency stated the producer selected the vocal sample without knowing the speaker's identity, immediately removed the sample and re-released the track, with suga expressing a deep sense of responsibility. 🔗

regarding jimin calling jungkook "kkamdoongie": official explanations from the national institute of the korean language and native koreans confirm it refers to tan skin or black puppies rather than a r*cial slur, noting context determines its meaning.

regarding taehyung wearing a rasta hat: the hat was gifted to him by jamaican restaurant owners. jamaicans clarified that these hats are widely sold in caribbean gift shops and gifted to tourists without causing offense. 🔗

in a press conference, rm explained that bts modified korean lyrics like "naega" for global audiences to prevent them from sounding like the n-word in english, ensuring they wouldn't unintentionally offend anyone.

in a vlive stream following 2016, rm reflected on learning that his words or actions could hurt others regardless of intention. admitting his mistakes took time, but he took full responsibility, listened to feedback and committed to changing his mindset to become a better person.

I’ll add to this: a more adequate explanation regarding the use of the N-word.

Regarding the fake news involving accusations related to Zionism and Islamophobia:

Regarding the hypocrisy and false moralism of people concerning collaborations between artists & brands.

Regarding the Nazi accusation:

Can I use this pls? For my yt shorts?

Btch what about taehyung @amevvil