This is not a drill, BTS fans! The group’s youngest member, Jungkook, has officially launched his solo era. While the maknae has released numerous singles as gifts to fans through the years (like his love letter to ARMY, “Still With You”) and collaborations like “Left and Right” with Charlie Puth and his World Cup anthem, “Dreamers,” with Fahad Al Kubaisi, the July 14 release of “Seven” marks the start of his career as a bonafide solo artist.
Fans have been waiting for this single since July 6, when Big Hit Music started rolling out Jungkook’s promotional content for “Seven,” including a short film and concept photos featuring the star showing off his physique in various outfits (one — loose-fitting jeans paired with an oversized blazer — even gives a peek at his abs). On July 7, it was also revealed that Jungkook’s first performance of “Seven” is already planned.
The K-pop singer has since opened up about how the process of releasing his solo single has impacted him. “This is first in the official schedule for my solo music . . . I think I gained some confidence in believing that I can do this,” Jungkook shared on July 10 in a special behind-the-scenes featurette of his recording sessions for “Seven”. “A song that can receive recognition. I hope people listen to the song with ease.”
It’s always easy to listen to Jungkook, but there’s also tons of excitement around the video, especially with the anticipated appearance of a certain South Korean actor. From the official teaser that dropped on July 12 “Nevertheless” and “My Name” actor Han So-Hee will appear in the visual. The clip featured the BTS member and Han arguing at a fancy dinner before a chandelier crashes beside them.
Ahead, learn everything there is to know about Jungkook’s debut solo single, “Seven,” so far — including the lyrics, meaning, and when he’ll be performing it live.
Jungkook’s “Seven” Music Video
Jungkook tries his hand at comedic acting (and succeeds) in his “Seven” music video as he pursues his love interest (played by Han) through explosions, floods, torrential downpours, and even fakes his own death to get her attention. Check out the video below!
Jungkook’s “Seven” Lyrics
Verse 1
Weight of the world on your shoulders
I kiss your waist and ease your mind
I must be favored to know ya
I take my hands and trace your lines
Pre-Chorus
It’s the way that we can ride
It’s the way that we can ride
Think I met you in another life
So break me off another time
You wrap around me and you give me life
And that’s why night after night
I’ll be lovin’ you right
Chorus
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, seven days a week
Every hour, every minute, every second
You know night after night
I’ll be lovin’ you right seven days a week
Verse 2
You love when I jump right in
All of me I’m offering
Show you what devotion is
Deeper than the ocean is
Wind it back, I’ll take it slow
Leave you with that afterglow
Show you what devotion is
Deeper than the ocean is
Pre-Chorus
It’s the way that we can ride
It’s the way that we can ride
Think I met you in another life
So break me off another time
You wrap around me and you give me life
And that’s why night after night
I’ll be lovin’ you right
Chorus
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, seven days a week
Every hour, every minute, every second
You know night after night
I’ll be lovin’ you right (I’ll be lovin’ you right)
Seven days a week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, seven days a week (seven days a week)
Every hour, every minute, every second
You know night after night (Night after night)
I’ll be lovin’ you right (I’ll be lovin’ you right)
Seven days a week
Verse 3 (Latto)
Tightly take control, tightly take his soul
Take your phone and put it in the camera roll
Leave them clothes at the door
What you waiting for? Better come and hit ya goals
He jump in it both feet
Going to the sun-up, we ain’t gettin’ no sleep
Seven days a week, seven different sheets
Seven different angles, I can be your fantasy
Open up, say, “Ah”
Come here, baby, let me swallow your pride
What you on I can match your vibe
Hit me up and I’ma Cha Cha Slide
You make Mondays feel like weekends
I make him never think about cheatin’
Got you skippin’ work and meetings
Let’s sleep in, yeah (Seven days a week, ooh)
Chorus
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, seven days a week (Seven days a week)
Every hour, every minute, every second
You know night after night
I’ll be lovin’ you right, I’ll be lovin’ you right seven days a week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, seven days a week
Every hour, every minute, every second (Hour, minute, second)
You know night after night
I’ll be lovin’ you right, seven days a week
Jungkook’s “Seven” Meaning
In a Tong Tong Culture interview, Jungkook shared the meaning behind “Seven”‘s lyrics, explaining, “[They have] the meaning to be with the person you love all the time. Like the title of the song, from Monday to next Sunday, that willingness to be with that love of my life every day is shown in this passionate serenade.”
Jungkook’s “Seven” Live Performances
Jungkook performed “Seven” during “Good Morning America”‘s Summer Concert series on the day of its release, July 14. Unfortunately, rain and thunder caused the full concert to be canceled, but not before Jungkook performed “Seven,” as well as BTS’s “Dynamite” and “Euphoria” for the thousands of fans in attendance.
Jungkook’s “Seven” Concept Photos
#정국 #JungKook Concept Photo – ‘Seven’ Campaign Image#JungKook_Seven pic.twitter.com/SDyZV0jsSF
— BIGHIT MUSIC (@BIGHIT_MUSIC) July 6, 2023
#정국 #JungKook Concept Photo – ‘Seven’ Campaign Image#JungKook_Seven pic.twitter.com/SGLQaIVXsR
— BIGHIT MUSIC (@BIGHIT_MUSIC) July 6, 2023
Jungkook’s “Seven” Short Film
Big hit released a short concept film on July 6 and followed up with a behind-the-scenes clip the next day.
정국 (Jung Kook) ‘Seven’ Campaign Short Film#정국 #JungKook #JungKook_Seven pic.twitter.com/lkT1Jq8NsE
— BIGHIT MUSIC (@BIGHIT_MUSIC) July 6, 2023
Jungkook’s “Seven” Release Date
The song dropped on July 14.
Jungkook’s “Seven” Promotional Schedule
Jungkook will release new content on Twitter at 11am EST nearly every day in the leadup to “Seven”‘s release, as well as some treats for fans after its release. Check out the promotional schedule below.
#JungKook #정국 ‘Seven’ Promotion Schedule#JungKook_Seven pic.twitter.com/9vhitonaeC
— BIGHIT MUSIC (@BIGHIT_MUSIC) July 1, 2023
- 7/3: Jungkook’s “Still With You”https://www.popsugar.com/”My You” Official Release
- 7/6: Concept Photo/Short Film
- 7/7: BTS (Behind-the-Scenes) Film
- 7/10: Recording Film Preview
- 7/12: “Seven” Official MV Teaser
- 7/14: “Seven” Official MV
- 7/15: “Seven” Official Performance Video
- 7/25: Recording Film