March 9th is a touchstone for ARMYs across the globe who celebrate the birthday of BTS member SUGA, aka Min Yoon-Gi. Born in 1993, he is the second eldest member of the hyung line and is respected by many in the K-pop industry for his quickfire rap, hard-hitting lyrics, tireless work ethic, and his somewhat no-nonsense approach to life. Although he may come across as aloof at times, SUGA is very much attuned to the other members of BTS, the ARMY fandom, and the wider music industry. Yet, even with all of his fame and fortune, he continues to work diligently, on and off the stage.
In fact, the other members have commented on numerous occasions that SUGA’s schedule is always jam-packed with activities, leaving no room for him to rest on his laurels. SUGA admits though that for the most part, he enjoys what he does, and wants to keep doing it for as long as possible with his BTS members. Even if he has a day off, you’ll probably find him in the studio working on his music, such is his dedication to his craft. Music is a lifeline for SUGA, one that brings him a lot of satisfaction personally.
For those fans who have followed SUGA’s growth since his debut, he is still as passionate as ever and very soon will embark on his first ever solo world tour. If you were one of those fortunate enough to secure a ticket, despite the Ticketmaster disaster that ensued, you’re sure to be treated to a concert like no other. While it is not yet known which songs will be performed as part of the setlist for the “SUGA | Agust D Tour,” they will all be received with the utmost joy and appreciation by his fans.
From April 26 to June 25 of this year, SUGA will tour parts of the United States and Asia, playing in sold-out venues as he goes. As far as solo careers are concerned, he will be the first one to tour and while this is probably one of the most sought after events for 2023 at this time, no-one can truly be prepared for what is about to come. No doubt, touring will add a fresh dimension to fans’ concert experiences and SUGA’s artistic repertoire, especially during this second chapter of BTS’ growth and development as artists.
It’s not only music that has SUGA glowing either. “Suchwita” – his online talk show – has brought in guest speakers from different entertainment industries. Over a few drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic depending on the guest’s personal preferences) and an assortment of snacks and dishes, candid discussions unfold and in the process, connections are made and words of wisdom shared. After the airing of “DJ Suga’s Honey FM 06:13” series in 2020, fans have known for a while now that SUGA has a talent as a talk-show host, so it’s not surprising that this current series has received a lot of love and attention from ARMYs.
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Another exciting development this year was the announcement of SUGA’s appointment as a brand ambassador for the fashion label “Valentino.” Actually, Pierpaolo Piccioli, the creative director for “Valentino,” had this to say about SUGA — “a multifaceted artist; he is an interpreter and uses his talent and his work to express himself with energy and authenticity. He perfectly embodies everything that DI.VA.s testimonials stand for: diversity, inclusivity, creativity, and passion.” Looking suave and sophisticated is just one of SUGA’s many natural talents, whether he’s cheering on his favorite basketball team, walking the red carpet at an international fashion event, or creating music in his studio.
Since debuting in 2013, SUGA’s growth and development as a young man and as an artist has been phenomenal, to the point that fans have playfully jumped on the “Yoongi Marry Me” bus. While this has become an ongoing source of amusement for the BTS members and the instigator of multiple memes, it does highlight that he has spent the past decade growing with his fans. For those who may be unaware, SUGA will still fulfill his military service obligations, albeit as a public service worker instead of an active-duty soldier like Jin, however for now his attention will be focused on his upcoming solo tour. With this comes the prospect of new music embodying genres that we haven’t yet heard and dance moves we haven’t yet seen. Fans are definitely in for a treat!
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By international age, SUGA is now 30-years old. His growth and development as a member of the global superstar group BTS has been witnessed by fans for the past decade and while some might consider this the prime of his life, SUGA is adamant that he has so much more to give. For now though, he is practicing for his tour, continuing to support the other BTS members with their solo activities, and the only birthday gift that he really wants is for ARMYs to be happy.
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Written by: Mama
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