Fans Disappointed with Rolling Stone's Ranking of BTS Solo Songs: Jimin's Artistry Undervalued
BTS fans were disappointed by Rolling Stone's ranking of every BTS solo song, which included over 200 tracks from the group's members. Jimin's fans were particularly upset with the ranking, especially the placement of his song Like Crazy at No. 50. The magazine described the song as "overtly s*xual," which fans felt misrepresented the emotional depth of the track. Jimin had previously explained that the song reflects his struggles during the COVID-19 era, exploring themes of loneliness and denial.
Fans expressed frustration over Rolling Stone naming a duet, With You, as Jimin's best solo track, despite it not being a true solo song written by him. They felt that his self-penned hits like Lie, Serendipity, Filter, and Set Me Free Pt. 2 were either ranked lower than expected or not included in the top spots. This led to disappointment and anger among fans, who believed Jimin's artistry deserved better recognition.
The backlash extended beyond Jimin's ranking, with fans questioning the inclusion of covers in Jungkook's top rankings while leaving out his original tracks like Still With You. Fans also criticized what they perceived as bias towards certain BTS members in the list. They highlighted inconsistencies in the treatment of vocal effects in different members' songs, pointing out the undervaluation of Jimin's music in mainstream media coverage.
Overall, fans expressed disappointment with Rolling Stone's ranking of BTS solo songs, particularly Jimin's placement and the perceived lack of understanding of the meaning behind the music. They called for a more thoughtful approach to evaluating the members' work and recognizing the significance of tracks like Like Crazy in Jimin's career.