BTS BTS RM is involved in controversy and urgently clarifies: This is not an apology, it does not mean any insult

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BTS member RM is suddenly embroiled in an untimely controversy.

Not long ago, RM released the Spotify sound source of Frank Ocean’s “Bad Religion”in his IG limited-time sharing, and recommended this song to ARMYs, but because the lyrics of this song are very controversial, it involves Islam hatred The controversy sparked discussion across the Internet.

Some Muslims in the Islamic cultural circle claimed that the song clearly contained criticism and insults to the Islamic religion based on certain words appearing in the lyrics. Since BTS has a huge fan base and huge influence around the world, the controversy continued to ferment, and RM finally explained it himself in the Weverse live broadcast.

RM said in the live broadcast: “You keep saying that I offended you in a religious way, but I have never behaved like this.”He repeatedly emphasized: “That (insult or criticism of Islamic culture) has no purpose and intention Not my original intention, I respect all religions and beliefs. This is a point of view that I can clearly express to everyone.”He also added: “I know what is going on on social media, and again, I have absolutely no Intent. I’m not apologizing, I’m just stating things, I’m 30 years old, I can express my thoughts, I know my limitations. Even if I tell the truth, I can’t convince everyone or Persuasion. I have absolutely no intention of hurting anyone.”Expressed his attitude towards the various controversies and speculations surrounding him.