BTS and Coldplay’s Chris Martin To Appear on YouTube’s ‘Released’

Celebrating their smash hit “Permission To Dance,” pop titans BTS are all set to feature on YouTube Original’s weekly music series, Released.

In conversation with Coldplay’s Chris Martin, BTS will be discussing their inspiration behind the #PermissionToDanceChallenge along with other topics revolving around their artistry. Wrapping up the episode on high spirits, BTS will also be unveiling the “Permission To Dance” music video (Shorts Challenge ver.)– a compilation video featuring the YouTube Shorts the group has received since the inception of the challenge. 

A YouTube Shorts exclusive, the #PermissionToDanceChallenge encouraged BTS fans from around the globe to execute the track’s iconic choreography which draws inspiration from the international sign gestures for joy, peace and dance. Kick-started on July 23rd, the challenge has received entries from the U.S., South Korea, Russia, India, United Kingdom and many more countries.

Following the May release of their second all-English single “Butter,” the septet released their follow-up English track “Permission To Dance” in July. Characterized by up-tempo sounds, the song evokes optimism as it paints a picture of a post-pandemic world celebrating the end of a challenging time in human history. Amplifying messaging of hope and joy, BTS included international sign languages, ensuring the message and essence of the track reaches all.