BTS Jungkook Breaks Silence on Latto's 'Steamy' Lyrics in Seven— 'I want to show a more mature..'

In a recent interview with media outlet VARIETY, Jungkook finally addressed the controversy surrounding Latto's explicit lyrics in their collaboration on his latest single, "Seven."

The song has already taken the music world by storm, showcases a more mature side of Jungkook that fans can't get enough of.

Why Latto? BTS Jungkook Reveals

When asked about working with Latto, Jungkook admired Latto's unique talent and voice, deciding to collaborate due to her impressive rapping skills and liveliness in the song.

Jungkook praised Latto's contribution, stating that her rap added an extra layer of liveliness to the track.

Jungkook revealed that the decision to collaborate with her was based on her impressive rapping skills, which perfectly complemented the song's overall mood.

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Overly Sexual Wordings Criticized by Netizens, Jungkook Unveils Reasons

In the ‘Seven’ lyrics, the overtly sexual nature of Latto rap and Jungkook lines sparked controversy among fans.

VARIETY questioned whether Jungkook was comfortable with her taking the lyrics to a more direct and extreme level. 

“I thought it’s important that it suits the overall mood of the song, and Latto’s unique charm came through very well.”

-Jungkook

Surprisingly, the BTS idol responded with support. 

Fans Criticize Questioning About Latto's Song Lyrics and Lack of Understanding

The online community swiftly took to Twitter to express their frustration and disappointment with the line of questioning employed during the interview.

One particular question that drew attention was when the interviewer asked Jungkook about his thoughts on Latto's song lyrics, explicitly referencing "seven different angles."

Furthermore, fans quickly pointed out that the interviewer had not apparently listened to the explicit version of the song in question.

This led to frustration as they believed the lack of familiarity compromised the credibility of the interview.

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BTS Members' Unique Solo Projects as JK's Inspiration + More Matured Jungkook

The interview also delved into Jungkook's solo debut and his place in the group's release schedule. He enjoyed watching his fellow members express their uniqueness through their solo endeavors, finding inspiration for his music.

When asked about the side of himself he hopes to showcase through his solo career, Jungkook shared his desire to present a more mature and grown version of himself, including his track 'Seven'. 

You can watch “Seven” MV below:

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