"To your brightest own path and future!" — Fans react as MusicMan UK praises BTS' Jungkook by comparing him with legendary Michael Jackson

In a recent accolade that ignited discussions across the music industry MusicMan UK, a renowned music publication, lauded BTS' Jungkook. The publication drew parallels between the BTS idol's live performance prowess and that of the legendary Michael Jackson.

On January 17, 2025, the publication wrote in its latest issue,

"If there's one man alive today who can hold a candle to Michael Jackson in the live performance department, it's definitely Jungkook."

The comparison to Michael Jackson by MusicMan UK elicited enthusiastic responses from fans worldwide. Social media platforms were abuzz with discussions, with many expressing pride in the Standing Next To You singer's accomplishments and agreeing with the parallels drawn.

One fan tweeted,

"You are truly EVERYTHING and more! To your brightest own path and future!"

Fans filled social media platforms, echoing MusicMan UK's sentiments.

"PROUD OF YOU JUNGKOOK. To be compared to MJ! Wow! This is insane..RIISSSEE KING," one fan wrote.

"Michael Jackson Lost Son," another fan wrote.

"The musicman SPILLED," one other fan added.

Others highlighted that the BTS idol's name will be known across "every generation to come."

"Wow such a huge compliment!" a fan said.

"Main pop boy Jungkook," another fan remarked.

"“Proud” is just an understatement. He is creating history and every generation to come will know his name. For sure!" one other fan added.

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More about BTS' Jungkook's solo achievements so far

Following BTS' announcement in 2022 to allow members to pursue individual projects, Jungkook embarked on a series of solo endeavors that showcased his versatility and global appeal.

In June 2022, he collaborated with American singer Charlie Puth on the single Left and Right, which achieved significant commercial success worldwide. In November 2022, the BTS idol performed Dreamers at the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Qatar, marking a historic moment as the first Korean artist to perform at the event.

Released in July 2023, Seven marked the BTS singer's official solo debut. The track, featuring American rapper Latto, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and Global 200 charts, setting multiple Guinness World Records.

The track also stayed at No. 1 on the Hot 100 for seven weeks straight—a historic record in both Billboard and the K-pop music industry, making him the first K-pop solo act to achieve this feat.

In September 2023, Jungkook released 3D, a collaboration with American rapper Jack Harlow. The track topped the Billboard Global 200 with over 104.3 million streams. Meanwhile, on November 3, 2023, Jungkook unveiled his debut solo album, GOLDEN. The 11-track album encapsulates the "golden moments" of his journey as a solo artist, featuring previously released hits like Seven and 3D.

The album received critical acclaim and achieved impressive commercial success, with projections of approximately 200,000 units sold in its first week, tying the record for the biggest debut on the Billboard 200 chart by a K-Pop solo artist. He also became the first K-pop soloist to sell over 2 million albums on Hanteo on the first day of its release.

The Seven singer also won the award for Best Song, making him the most awarded Korean soloist at the 2023 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs). The BTS singer also secured wins at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) with his song Seven as he became the first K-pop soloist to win the 'Song of Summer' global category.

In the 2023 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), he won the 'Top Global K-pop Song' category. In the 2024 Billboard Music Awards, he won the 'Top K-pop Album' with GOLDEN and the 'Top Global K-pop Song' for Standing Next to You.

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In other news, BTS' Jungkook enlisted in the military on December 12, 2023, and will be officially relieved of his duties on June 10, 2025.