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BTS’s “Spring Day” Honored Among the Century’s Greatest Songs
The group BTS’s song “Spring Day” has been recognized as one of the greatest songs of the 21st century by Rolling Stone. On October 8, the American music magazine announced on its official website that “Spring Day” ranked 37th on its prestigious list, “The 250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century So Far.”
Rolling Stone described the 2017 track as “a signature song from BTS, one of the biggest pop groups of the 21st century,” emphasizing that “its feelings of recovery and hope blossoming from loss resonate transcendentally, eventually leading to BTS’s global breakthrough.”
A Beloved Classic in BTS’s Discography
Originally released in 2017 as the title track of BTS’s repackage album “You Never Walk Alone,” “Spring Day” has remained one of the group’s most beloved songs. The track’s lyrical warmth and emotional message of longing and connection have earned it enduring popularity among fans worldwide.
In South Korea, the song made history as the first ever on Melon, a major streaming platform, to surpass 1 billion cumulative streams, underscoring its lasting resonance and cultural significance.
K-pop Artists Shine Alongside Global Icons
BTS wasn’t the only K-pop act to earn a spot on Rolling Stone’s list. BLACKPINK, Girls’ Generation, and NewJeansalso made the cut:
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BLACKPINK placed 142nd with their 2018 mega-hit “DDU-DU DDU-DU,” described by Rolling Stone as “the song that best represents the K-pop explosion in the U.S. during the 2010s.”
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Girls’ Generation ranked 170th with their iconic 2009 track “Gee.”
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NewJeans secured the 206th spot with “Hype Boy,” highlighting the group’s rapid rise and influence in the new generation of K-pop.
Pop Legends Also Recognized
The list also featured numerous global pop stars. Britney Spears and Taylor Swift both placed within the top 10, while Beyoncé claimed 3rd place with her timeless hit “Crazy in Love.” The No. 1 spot went to Missy Elliott for her groundbreaking 2001 single “Get Ur Freak On.”
A Testament to BTS’s Global Legacy
BTS’s inclusion at such a high rank reflects not only the group’s musical artistry but also their emotional storytelling and global reach. “Spring Day,” often called a “song of comfort” by fans, continues to bridge languages and generations—proving its enduring place among the greatest songs of the century.
