BTS Member Reveals He Almost Quit After 7 Years But Decided to Stay

BTS’s Jin opened up about considering leaving the group early in his career. In a recent YouTube video with Kian84, Jin revealed that disbandment crossed his mind when he first started as a K-pop idol.

Kian84 kicked off the conversation by saying,

“It’s been about a year and a half since Kian’s Bizarre B&B ended, but it never felt like you were far away. I see you everywhere… On the Gyeongbu Expressway or when I’m eating tuna, your face is just all over the place.”

Jin agreed, sharing how busy he’s been lately.

“I released a solo album, went on tour, filmed commercials, and when I had some free time, I played games and had a drink here and there.”
— Jin

Kian84 praised BTS’s dedication, noting,

“Usually when idol groups get more experienced, their choreography gets a bit looser.”

Jin responded,

“The members are truly amazing. Me? I’m not that good, honestly. You have to be objective about yourself… I know I just get by with my good looks.”

Reflecting on BTS’s 13th debut anniversary, Jin admitted,

“Back then, I thought I might just do this for seven years and then leave.”

What kept him going? The fans.

“But my mindset toward it all changed. As I kept going, it became more and more fun, and I grew more sincere about it. And thanks to the fans, I felt like I could keep going longer and take it more seriously.”
— Jin

Jin isn’t the only BTS member who has thought about the future of the group. RM has also shared his honest feelings about staying together.

Watch the full conversation here: