20 August,2023 12:47 PM IST | Seoul, South Korea | Harshita Kale
Jungkook and his `tiger lilies` tattoo
Tattoos and piercings are considered unconventional and even frowned upon in the Korean entertainment world. This is also in alignment to their stringent beauty standards that idols are expected to conform to. BTS's Jungkook however has been contesting prejudices, stigma and setting a new precedent for self-expression through his body art and adornments.
Jungkook has a full sleeve of tattoos comprising different inked designs. These include his birth flowers, tiger lilies; a golden stopwatch signifying his single 'My Time' as well as the initials of fellow BTS members and ARMY.
While Jungkook has not revealed the meaning behind each tattoo, he recently delved into the personal and profound symbolism behind his favorite tattoo during an insightful interview with SiriusXM. He shared that his cherished tattoo is that of his birth flower. He further elaborated, "I like my birth flower tattoos because of its flower language. It means, 'Please give me love'. It's beautiful and painful at the same time, so I like it." Jungkook seems to like the complex dualism that this tattoo conveys, and it holds a special place in his heart.
The discussion also veered towards the international allure of K-pop. One might think the language would be a barrier, but its global appeal suggests otherwise. Shedding light on this, Jungkook reminisced about a point made by BTS's leader, RM, also known as Kim Namjoon. He recalled RM describing K-pop as "a pleasure to the eyes and the ears" and emphasized how K-pop isn't just about the music but a "full package" inclusive of performance, visuals, and related content. RM's perspective, as reiterated by Jungkook, offers an explanation for K-pop's magnetic pull on global audiences.
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In a bid to introduce someone to the world of K-pop, Jungkook recommended the BTS track 'IDOL' from 2018. He believes that this song, with its powerful aura, perfectly encapsulates the essence of a Korean Idol, making it an ideal introduction to the genre.
Through this interview, Jungkook offered a deeper look into his personal preferences, while also reflecting on the broader aspects of K-pop's worldwide appeal.
