BTS’ V and UMI Unveil Romantic Duet ‘Wherever U R’ on V’s 28th Birthday

On December 30th, BTS’ V and American singer UMI surprised fans with the release of their heartfelt collaboration, “Wherever U R.” The duo dropped the lyrical video on V’s 28th birthday, marking a special occasion for both the artist and his admirers.

This neo-soul track beautifully showcases the combined vocal prowess of V and UMI, delving into themes of yearning and connection. The bilingual lyrics, available in English and Korean, are set to be complemented by Japanese translations shortly. The song’s official lyric video made its debut on major streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music before captivating audiences on YouTube.

UMI, the talented American singer, had previously expressed her desire that the song would evoke thoughts of V among listeners. The collaboration was born out of mutual admiration for each other’s work, as BIGHIT MUSIC revealed, “V and UMI enjoyed listening to one another’s music before working together on this song.”

Despite V’s recent enlistment in the military earlier this month, the release of “Wherever U R” has not dampened fans’ spirits. UMI shared an endearing video of herself and V singing along to the new single, adding a personal touch to the collaboration.

BIGHIT MUSIC commented on the collaboration, stating, “Through this collaboration, the two of them conveyed the messages they wanted to tell their fans through music.” The heartfelt connection between the artists is evident not only in the soulful track but also in the charming videos shared with the audience.

“Wherever U R” has quickly climbed the charts, currently claiming the top spot on the US iTunes chart, a testament to the global appeal of this mesmerizing duet. As fans eagerly await V’s return from military service, this collaboration stands as a poignant reminder of the artist’s enduring impact and the universal power of music to connect hearts across borders.