BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, is a South Korean boy band that debuted in 2013 under the management company Big Hit Entertainment. Since then, they have become one of the most popular and successful boy bands in the world, known for their unique blend of pop, hip-hop, and R&B music, as well as their energetic and captivating performances.
BTS has won numerous awards and prizes since their debut, both in Korea and internationally. As of September 2021, they have won over 300 awards, including:
- Billboard Music Awards: BTS has won 11 Billboard Music Awards, including Top Duo/Group, Top Social Artist, and Top Selling Song.
- Grammy Awards: BTS has been nominated for 4 Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and Best Recording Package.
- MTV Video Music Awards: BTS has won 4 MTV Video Music Awards, including Best Group and Best K-Pop.
- American Music Awards: BTS has won 5 American Music Awards, including Favorite Duo or Group – Pop/Rock and Favorite Social Artist.
- Billboard Music Japan Awards: BTS has won 5 Billboard Music Japan Awards, including Top Social Artist and Best Group.
- Melon Music Awards: BTS has won 13 Melon Music Awards, including Album of the Year and Artist of the Year.
- Mnet Asian Music Awards: BTS has won 25 Mnet Asian Music Awards, including Artist of the Year and Album of the Year.
- Seoul Music Awards: BTS has won 12 Seoul Music Awards, including Album of the Year and Record of the Year.
- Golden Disc Awards: BTS has won 10 Golden Disc Awards, including Album of the Year and Song of the Year.
- Gaon Chart Music Awards: BTS has won 17 Gaon Chart Music Awards, including Album of the Year and Artist of the Year.
In addition to these awards, BTS has also won numerous other prizes and honors, including the Korean Popular Culture and Arts Awards, the Order of Cultural Merit, and the Guinness World Record for the most viewers for a music concert live stream.
BTS’s success can be attributed to their unique blend of musical talent, captivating performances, and strong fan base, known as the “ARMY.” Their music has a global appeal and has helped to break down barriers between different cultures and languages, making them one of the most influential and important boy bands of our time.