BTS’s JIN unveiled his single, “The Astronaut,” on October 28, 2022, as a poignant farewell gift to fans before his military enlistment.
In anticipation of the track’s first anniversary, BTS JIN’s dedicated fanbase has proactively engaged in a series of celebratory activities, including streaming parties, trending events, LED advertisements, and philanthropic drives, all aimed at commemorating the significant impact of “The Astronaut.”
Among the notable initiatives was a charitable School Supply Drive organized by the user @EatJinCampaign at a primary school. The event saw the distribution of essential educational materials such as bags, tumblers, and umbrellas to support the students. The organizers shared a heartfelt message, stating, “Together with our love for Jin, we are committed to making a positive impact and continuing our journey of kindness.”
This series of fan-led initiatives not only highlights the enduring popularity of “The Astronaut” but also showcases the strong, community-driven spirit of BTS JIN’s global fanbase, as they unite to celebrate his artistic contributions and make a tangible difference in the lives of others.
Multiple fanbases also scheduled various streaming parties and trending events to honor the song's first anniversary.
User @EatJinCampaign: "7 months in military and I couldn't remember any single day that he's not on my trending list."
Since its record-breaking debut, the track has consistently garnered impressive streaming numbers, amassing over 700K daily streams on Spotify and rapidly approaching the 100 million view milestone on YouTube. This sustained popularity is a testament to the relentless support and dedication of his fanbase.
User @bh_kdj04 also posted a running-LED advertisment to commemorate the anniversary of the song.
BTS Jin's Japanese fans will also run a bus ad in celebration of The Astronaut's anniversary from the 27th of October to the 1st of November 1st that will be mainly driving in front of HYBE.
Furthermore, Jin's timeless masterpiece was also submitted for 2024 Grammy nomination under two categories- Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Music Video.
There are so many celebrations happening for The Astronaut’s anniversary 😆 they’re all amazing!
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