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On Monday, December 23, Bing Crosby’s son Harry Crosby shared a heartfelt message for BTS' Taehyung via his late father’s memorialized Instagram account. Harry Crosby gave his first-time reaction to hearing the recently released version of Bing Crosby’s White Christmas, sung by Kim Taehyung. V's adaption came out on December 6, 2024, while the original Bing Crosby track was released in July 1942.
In his video message, Harry Crosby praised BTS' Taehyung’s unique spin on his father’s 60-year-old classic Christmas song. He complimented the BTS member’s vocal style and how well it blended with Bing Crosby’s music.
“This is Harry Crosby. I just listened to a cut of you doing a duet with dad, and i can't tell ya from the heart that's amazing! What You did was amazing...the arrangement was amazing..The way that you two fit together It was really organic and really wonderful. And I just want to give you 2 thumbs up on A fantastic job And I can't wait to hear it blast out in the stratosphere So good luck to you, and thanks again,” Harry Crosby said.
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BTS' Taehyung debuted his version of Bing Crosby’s White Christmas on December 6
White Christmas from 1942 showcased the vocals of the late American musician Bing Crosby. BTS' Taehyung utilized sophisticated voice-isolating technology in a partnership with Crosby via Geffen Records in producing a remixed rendition of the famous holiday song.
Kim Taehyung conveyed appreciation for the chance to reinterpret a composition by his beloved jazz artist. In a statement to Billboard issued on December 8, the idol remarked:
“I’m so grateful to have had the chance to be featured in a song with my all-time favorite jazz artist, Bing Crosby. I grew up listening to his song ‘It’s Been a Long, Long Time’ countless times a day, and I feel incredibly fortunate and honored to have sung along on ‘White Christmas’ with the voice of someone I consider an idol.”
The Winter Ahead vocalist stated that he created his contemporary rendition of Bing Crosby’s ballad with honesty and respect.
“Being a huge fan of his, I sang with the utmost sincerity and admiration for him. I hope many people enjoy it as much as I enjoyed singing it. Lastly, I wish a lovely holiday season to everyone listening to the song.”
On December 19, Billboard designated White Christmas as one of the best new Christmas songs of 2024. Although it is not an entirely original song, it is a reinterpreted version of the celebratory classic.
Furthermore, White Christmas premiered on the Billboard Hot 100 at position 93 and also reached a notable milestone on December 13, when BTS’ Taehyung became the inaugural K-artist to debut at #1 on the US TIDAL Daily Chart with the song's music video.
Currently, BTS' Taehyung is serving his mandatory term in military since his enlistment in December 2023. He is expected to reunite with the group in June 2025.
