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To address all these comments, I will begin as follows: ❝ For Kim Taehyung, creative and artistic autonomy represents the power to define his own identity, shape his artistic journey, and preserve his vision within the music industry. ❞ An artist does not need to announce that they possess such autonomy. In fact, the most consistent signs of this autonomy can be observed in their own trajectory, in the decisions that guide their work, in the identity they build, and in the way they manage their career. From the perspective of the music industry, there are indicators that make it possible to identify the degree of autonomy an artist has in their creative and artistic expression. To understand them, it is essential to examine: • V’s own statements. • The credits in his discography (Spotify, Apple Music). • The credits in his videography (YouTube, TIDAL). • His involvement as a composer, lyricist, producer, or director. • His involvement in selecting the producers, musicians, and directors who collaborate on his projects, forming a creative team aligned with his artistic vision and working under his direction. • Behind-the-scenes footage of rehearsals, performances, studio recordings, music video shoots, and other creative processes shared by the artist himself. • A record label sabotaging its own artist, failing to promote them adequately, failing to protect them, and even being involved in narratives, hate trains, and cancellation campaigns targeting that very artist can also be an indicator that the artist operates autonomously, even within the label's own structure. All of this corporate behavior may be a response to the artist's refusal to follow the company's “formulas and rules.” Furthermore, the way his solo teams are structured, with professionals from outside HYBE’s usual network, constitutes a particularly significant indicator of his autonomy. This freedom of choice may point to the existence of contractual provisions that grant Taehyung greater decision-making power over the composition of his creative teams, a legally viable possibility that is particularly relevant to understanding the level of autonomy he may exercise even while remaining under the Big Hit Music label. Each of Taehyung’s solo releases, both musical and visual, reveals that, as an artist, he has consistently sought to shape his own identity rather than simply occupy a space defined by others. The central point is that power, in this context, does not mean formal authority or absolute control over every stage of his career. How does autonomy translate into power? 1. The power to shape his own narrative — Deciding which dimensions of himself he wishes to present, which influences to explore, and how to connect music, imagery, personality, and artistic expression. 2. Decision-making power — The ability to actively participate in the choices that define his music, repertoire, collaborations, and aesthetics, rather than having his artistic identity determined exclusively by corporate decisions. 3. The power to preserve his identity — Maintaining a recognizable artistic signature even within a corporate structure. His identity does not become entirely dependent on the company's commercial strategies. 4. The power of aesthetic choice — Prioritizing his own musical and visual vision, even when it moves away from more conventional commercial formulas. This creates greater room for experimentation and differentiation. The important distinction is this: having autonomy does not mean being free from every limitation imposed by the industry; it means preserving the ability to make decisions within that structure. It is precisely through his ability to make choices that shape his music, aesthetics, and artistic presence that Taehyung demonstrates that autonomy is not merely a condition for creation, but also a way of influencing his own path and the place he occupies within the music industry.

How can anyone expect HB/BH to protect Taehyung when the company's own internal reports revealed its involvement in narratives, hate trains, and cancellation campaigns targeting its own artist? The documents released during the October 2024 National Assembly audit raised serious questions about how HB/BH operates and how it handles narratives involving its artists. And let's not forget that HB was also responsible for planting over 1,000 negative comments on TheQoo during the release of Layover, attempting to manipulate public perception of the album. So, what exactly should we expect from HB/BH? Protection? Support? Accountability? How can Taehyung trust a company that, according to its own internal reports, has been involved in practices that undermine the very artist it is supposed to protect?

The musicality of “Slow Dancing,” the title track of Kim Taehyung’s solo album Layover, is a rich and engaging expression that reflects the singer’s unique artistic identity. A Thread🎙️⋆ #SlowDancing500Million CONGRATULATIONS TAEHYUNG HALF A BILLION FOR SLOW DANCING

Slow Dancing is described as a piece of 70s romantic soul, characterized by a laid-back and free-spirited vibe, which perfectly aligns with its title. Taehyung combines elements of Jazz, creating an atmosphere that invites the listener to relax and connect emotionally.