j-hope

j-hope is active as of 2026-11-15.

The stage name j-hope expresses his wish to be a source of hope for fans and to be the hope of BTS. It is also known to refer to the myth of Pandora's box, in which hope is the one thing left at the end. The name fits well with the bright image he is known for among fans.

j-hope released his first solo full-length album, Jack in the Box, on July 15, 2022, with "Arson" as its lead song. Ahead of the album, he released the pre-release track "MORE" on July 1, 2022. Before all of this, in 2018, he had already shared his mixtape Hope World with fans.

j-hope is managed by BIGHIT MUSIC. News about his solo albums, performances and BTS group activities is announced through BIGHIT MUSIC's official notices and channels. For accurate and timely information, it is best to rely on the agency's announcements rather than unofficial accounts or secondhand posts.

j-hope is a member of BTS who raps, sings and dances, and he is known for having started his music career with a strong background in dance. The performance skills he shows on stage with the group carry naturally into his solo music and stages. Watching both group and solo performances shows his strengths well.

Fans who support j-hope are generally known by BTS's official fandom name, ARMY. ARMY also cheers on his solo activities. For details on joining the official fan club or membership, the most accurate source is the notices from BIGHIT MUSIC and the official fan community.

Hope World is the first mixtape j-hope released, in 2018. It came out before his official solo albums and is made up of songs that tell his own story with a bright, upbeat mood. If you want to know where his solo music started, it is a good release to listen to first.

"Chicken Noodle Soup" is a single j-hope released in 2019 with the American singer Becky G. It is an upbeat, dance-focused track, and it is well known for the performance video the two made together. If you want to see his dancing skills, it is a great song to look up.

On July 31, 2022, j-hope headlined the final day of the Lollapalooza festival in the United States. It is recorded as the first time a South Korean artist headlined a main stage at a major U.S. music festival. Because it came right after his solo debut, the show is a special moment for fans.

HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1 is a special album j-hope released on March 29, 2024. Its lead single is "NEURON," featuring Gaeko and Yoon Mi-rae. The release is introduced as a project reflecting his interest in dance and street dance culture, so it is a must-listen for anyone who loves dance.

News about j-hope's new music and concerts is announced through BIGHIT MUSIC's official notices and channels, so check there first. If you are new, start with "MORE" and "Arson" before following his news. Concert tickets should only be bought through official sellers. Please avoid scalped tickets, invading the artist's privacy and filming where it is not allowed.