BTS’ ‘Spring Day’ Exits MelOn Chart After 3,136 Days Since Debut

BTS’s “Spring Day” marks a poignant moment in music history. This alternative hip-hop and pop-rock power ballad made its debut on February 13, 2017, serving as the lead single for the album “You Never Walk Alone.” It’s notable that this song was part of the repackage of “Wings,” BTS’s second Korean-language studio album, which first released in 2016. Over the years, “Spring Day” has become one of the longest-charting songs on the MelOn Weekly Chart. Unfortunately, on September 15, it was confirmed that the song had left the chart for the first time since its launch.

BTS’s Spring Day: A Record-Breaking Presence

Throughout its remarkable run, “Spring Day” held a spot in the Top 100 of the MelOn Weekly Chart for an astounding 447 consecutive weeks, making it the longest-charting song in the platform’s history. This track remains one of the most celebrated songs in BTS’s discography, achieving immense popularity across various musical platforms globally. Its accolades include the prestigious Song of the Year at the 9th Melon Music Awards in 2017 and the Digital Bonsang at the 32nd Golden Disc Awards in 2018. It was also nominated for the Digital Daesang award.

A Track Full of Wins

“Spring Day” also enjoyed success on music shows, clinching four wins across platforms like Show Champion, M Countdown, Music Bank, and Inkigayo during its second week of release. In response to its popularity, a remix was made available for free on SoundCloud on June 4, 2018. Additionally, a Japanese version of the song was released on May 10, 2017, as part of a single album.

Significance Behind the Lyrics

The song is thought to have a connection to the Sewol Ferry Disaster, though BTS has never confirmed any specific interpretations regarding its lyrical themes. The group’s leader, RM, has previously mentioned that “Spring Day” is open to various interpretations, allowing listeners to draw their own meanings from the song.