BTS’ j-hope TO RELEASE A NEW SOLO SINGLE "MONA LISA" ON MARCH 21
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j-hope of 21st-century pop icons BTS is set to release a new solo single, "MONA LISA,” along with an accompanying music video on March 21. The track continues the undeniable wide appeal of his recent track “Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel),” further connecting with audiences worldwide.
“MONA LISA” is a hip-hop/R&B love song and a tribute to celebrating one’s unique beauty. The track seamlessly blends a groovy rhythm with a funky chord progression with its title inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic masterpiece. It explores an infatuation towards a person whose beauty is one of a kind, delving deeper into the essence of attraction. It conveys that what truly moves someone is, not external beauty, but rather the distinctive characteristics that make each person special. j-hope seamlessly fuses hip-hop and R&B with a catchy, danceable groove and smooth, easy-listening melodies, creating a sound that feels both fresh and timeless. With its smooth melodies and evocative lyrics, the global trendsetter commands the track, exuding a sophisticated bravado and irresistibly sensual allure.
j-hope premiered “MONA LISA” with a first-ever live performance during the Brooklyn stop of his first solo world tour ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE in North America’ at Barclays Center on March 13 & 14. The roars of the audience filled the venue as they cheered to the new single and his signature energetic performance that cemented his status as one of the most celebrated performers in demand. Kicking off the North American leg in Brooklyn, j-hope will make his way to Chicago, Mexico City, San Antonio, and Oakland, with a final stop in Los Angeles to headline BMO Stadium on April 4 & 6. The finale shows will mark his solo stadium debut and make him the first South Korean solo artist to headline a US stadium.
The new track follows “Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel),” released on March 7, which combines the most beloved elements of pop, R&B, and hip-hop, with its universal theme of love, having all the makings of a chart-ready hit . The global icon also made his solo U.S. TV debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on March 11, delivering an unforgettable performance with Miguel that drew massive cheers from the audience. Before taking the stage, j-hope surprised viewers by joining Jimmy during his monologue for a playful dance, adding an extra layer of excitement to the show.
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About j-hope
j-hope (Jeong, Hoseok) is a South Korean rapper, dancer, songwriter, music producer and member of 21st century pop icons, BTS. Known as the ‘lead dancer’ of the group, j-hope boasts his performance skills that are nearly perfect. His originality in music as an artist also comes from the fact that he learned music through dance. j-hope has been participating in making music such as “Intro : Boy Meets Evil” and “MAMA” in WINGS, and his solo works. j-hope’s first mixtape Hope World (March 2018) expressed his honest emotions and personal narratives, suggesting his vision as an artist. Globally-famed “Chicken Noodle Soup (feat. Becky G)” released in 2019 showcased his own musical personality with exhilarating energy and performance. j-hope also validated his capability as a creative director by leading all aspects—from music to concept and visual elements—of his solo album, Jack In The Box (July 2022), which addresses his passion and agony he goes through as an artist. In 2022, j-hope made history as the first South Korean act to headline a main stage at Lollapalooza. j-hope released a special album HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1 alongside docuseries ‘HOPE ON THE STREET’ in March 2024. He embarked on his highly-anticipated first solo world tour ‘j-hope Tour 'HOPE ON THE STAGE’ in February 2025. j-hope released his latest solo single “Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)” on March 7.
About BTS
BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene,” are a GRAMMY-nominated South Korean boyband that has been capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally since their debut in June 2013. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition for their authentic and self-produced music, top-notch performances, and the way they interact with their fans, the band has established themselves as 21st century pop icons breaking countless world records. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN ‘Speak Yourself’ speech, the band has mobilized millions of fans across the world (named ARMY), collected six No.1 Billboard Hot 100 singles since 2020, and performed multiple sold-out stadium shows across the world. They were also named TIME’s Entertainer of the Year 2020. BTS are 5-time GRAMMY nominees (63rd to 65th GRAMMY Awards) and have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards (Artist of the Year 2021) and MTV Video Music Awards.