The ardent fans of BTS’s multi-talented member V were overjoyed when the news of his first-ever self-composed solo soundtrack hit the cyber world last year. “Sweet Night” which was written, composed, produced, and sung by V for the popular drama series “Itaewon Class” made history and cemented V as one of the most successful Korean soloists of recent times. Some of its most notable achievements include an all-kill on the most-reputed music markets such as the U.S, U.K, China, Japan, and South Korea to name a few, reigning as the song with most number 1s (117) on iTunes worldwide and being crowned as the most-streamed Korean soundtrack of 2020 on Spotify.

In only a year, “Sweet Night” has achieved unprecedented records but more so than anything, the beautiful ballad has also comforted and healed the hearts of millions worldwide. To honor V’s wish to spread warmth and positivity through the song, fans of the star have banded together to commemorate the first anniversary with several meaningful donations.

V’s fan bases from across the globe have graciously contributed to non-profitable organizations in their countries. While his fans in Uruguay donated to “Aldeas Infantiles” for the betterment of adolescents, contributions were made to Dubai Foundation for Women and Children and Women’s Aid Organization of Malaysia by his UAE and Malaysian fan bases respectively. In addition, his Vietnamese fanbase donated generously to the free hearts surgery fund, 800+ families were provided cloth masks in Kenya, and benevolent contributions were made to aid, protect and empower acid attack survivors in India.

Aside from the countless donations, advertisement projects also took place to celebrate the first anniversary. V’s Nepalese and Filipino fanbase organized billboard ads, an interactive ad was placed on Facebook and Instagram by his admirers in Bolivia, and a television advertisement was broadcasted on SBS, one of the biggest TV stations in South Korea. 

Fans have also thrown a grand virtual party congratulating V for the innumerable records he has set, expressing their gratitude and love for the song and acknowledging his hard work and talent. Several tags such as “THANK YOU TAEHYUNG,” “#MySweetNight” and #1YearWithSweetNight” have decorated the trending lists worldwide.

A year after its release, “Sweet Night” continues to reign over the music charts, and hearts of not only the fans but also the critics who often list the song as one of their most favorite Korean soundtracks. Additionally, as the ballad was not promoted by his label, many regard the success of the song solely to V, his talent, star power, and as a solid proof of V’s capabilities as a singer, songwriter, composer, and producer. Truly, a milestone in V’s career and a song for the history books.