Jimin — Promise (약속)

We were all anticipating Jimin's first self-composed song but he surprised all of us by dropping it today and it's already become the fastest streamed solo song on their SoundCloud. This, to me, is perfection — in the way that it conveys his thoughts and emotions, in the clarity and refinement of his voice, in the simple background of acoustic guitar that embraces the pain and sincerity of the lyrics. I love and appreciate all of BTS' vocals, but Jimin's range, tone, and colour have always been my favourite. Someone called this song a "surround sound paradise," and I couldn't have worded it better myself. This really, truly is the perfect ending to the year. Thank you, Park Jimin, for giving us this gift. It's beautiful.

Sitting alone, my thoughts are becoming bigger

Since when did you start causing me pain?

You yourself don't know

You are hurting, too, 'cause you're mine

I just wanna blow your mind

You are moving further away like this

I'm fine

Although I say it, the fact is

I might not be

I want you to be your light, baby

You should be your light

For no more pain

For you to smile

I want you to be your night, baby

You could be your night

So this night can be honest with you
You are hurting, too, 'cause you're mine

I just wanna blow your mind

You are moving further away like this

I'm fine

Although I say it, the fact is

I might not be

I want you to be your light, baby

You should be your light

For no more pain

For you to smile

I want you to be your night, baby

You could be your night

So this night can be honest with you

Now promise me

No matter how many times a day

You feel that you're alone

Do not throw yourself away

Stop here for just a while

Intertwine our pinkies

Now promise me

(Translation by @JK_Glitters)