Jin's solo album 'Happy' recognized by Grammys must-listen release for November

Grammys spotlight Jin’s highly-anticipated solo debut album Happy (Image via Weverse)
Grammys spotlight Jin’s highly-anticipated solo debut album Happy (Image via Weverse)

BTS member Jin's upcoming solo album Happy has garnered attention from the American Grammys. Scheduled for release on November 15, Happy was recently highlighted on Grammy's official website. The album was mentioned in the November 1, 2024, article, titled "14 Must-Hear Albums in November." It marks a milestone, as Jin is the last BTS member to debut a solo album.

In the article, the Grammys highlight the anticipation surrounding Jin's debut solo album. They note that this upcoming album will finally end the fandom's long wait for a solo LP. The article acknowledged that Jin, the first BTS member to complete his military enlistment, is also the only member who has yet to release a solo LP until now.

As per a press release, Happy is a six-track album that captures Jin's journey in "finding true happiness." The album conveys his "honest thoughts and feelings on what happiness means to him." It also aims to offer listeners "a sense of strength and comfort in their day-to-day lives."

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The Grammys article also mentions that Happy follows Jin's 2022 collaboration with Coldplay on The Astronaut. To build anticipation, Jin has released the full version of his viral 2021 hit Super Tuna and pre-released the single I'll Be There, which combines rockabilly with rockstar energy.


Everything you need to know about BTS's Jin's upcoming solo debut album, Happy

On October 14, BTS' Jin announced the release of his upcoming solo debut album, Happy. The six-track album will be released on November 15 at 2 pm KST. According to the tracklist, Jin created, wrote, and composed four out of the six songs in the album.

The album also includes a collaborative track titled Heart on the Window, featuring Red Velvet's Wendy. Fans are excited as both artists are known for their impressive vocals.

BIGHIT MUSIC released a statement sharing hints about the album and its inspiration. They described Happy as Jin's heartfelt invitation for fans to join him on his journey to discover happiness. The album consists of six tracks, all rooted in a band sound. With sincere emotions and warm messages woven throughout, the label hopes the album brings joy to everyone.

According to STAR NEWS, the album, inspired by the sounds of Jin's favorite bands, features tracks that reflect his genuine sentiments. The title track, Running Wild, is a British pop rock-inspired song that delivers an uplifting message of hope and resilience.

Jin's pre-released song I'll Be There has achieved notable success on the Billboard charts since its release. The song debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales Chart. It also reached No. 3 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales Chart, No. 10 on the Billboard Global Excl. US Chart, and No. 25 on the Billboard Global 200.

I'll Be There entered the Official Singles Chart Top 100 at number 44 in the UK. It claimed the top spot on the UK Official Singles Sales Chart and the UK Official Singles Downloads Chart. Furthermore, the track ranked second in the UK Official Independent Single Breakers and sixth in the UK Official Independent Singles Chart.

The announcement of Jin's solo debut also spurred renewed interest in his past works. According to the Korean media outlet STAR NEWS, Super Tuna experienced over 12,200% increase in sales within days. This resurgence highlights fans' enduring interest and affection for the track despite its initial release in 2021.


To celebrate his solo debut, Jin will hold a Special Stage event at Jangchung Arena on November 16 and 17. Attendees will get a preview of the album's tracks and insights during a behind-the-scenes talk session.

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