Do ARMYs Actually Like BTS's 'Butter'?

There's been a lot of debate and discussion online about whether ARMYs, BTS's dedicated fanbase, genuinely like the group's recent English single, 'Butter.' Some claim they do, while others argue that many are just pretending to like it.

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All I know is that I love it; 'Butter' is an English song in a language that many of us don't speak. It's one of my favorite songs by BTS, whether in Korean or any other language they sing. People need to stop with the pretentious nonsense about which songs BTS sings.

It's Okay to Have Mixed Feelings

It's probably both. It happens with every fandom: there are genuine fans and those who pretend to like something just to fit in with the rest of the group. In K-Pop, opinions have shifted, and it's sad that some can only express positivity towards their favorite groups without facing criticism. If you like it, you like it, and if you don't, that's okay too. There's no need to stream a song you don't enjoy; it doesn't make you any less of a fan.

Understanding ARMYs' Opinions

Many of us actually like 'Butter.' However, I think there are a few who don't like it. Are you serious? Have you listened to it? You'll be addicted to it after hearing it. ARMYs are the fandom that supports content. What are fake fans? We don't care what people call us; they might call us toxic, but that doesn't mean the whole fandom is toxic.

Ugh, no, I guess not. My friends and I don't fit that description. It's perfectly fine not to like a song by your favorite artist. Everyone has different tastes. But I think most of the ARMYs I know liked 'Butter.' It's a very good summer song.

What the ARMYs Think

Many ARMYs have expressed that they genuinely like 'Butter.' While not everyone gave it a 10/10, they still enjoyed it. Some listeners found it to be better than 'Dynamite,' which clearly indicates a preference for 'Butter.' Clearly, not everyone loved 'Dynamite,' and they preferred 'Butter' more. However, there are a few ARMYs who might be saying they like it just for the sake of saying it, particularly younger members.

I can't speak for all ARMYs, but in my experience, I like 'Butter' because it's a great song. Even if I wasn't an ARMY and heard this song, I would still like it. It might have been the reason I decided to join the ARMY in the first place. Based on how some ARMYs have acted in the past, I do think that some might focus more on how the members perform than on the actual song. But, let's hope that focus remains on the music itself.

Clarifying the Definition of a Fake Fan

A fake fan is someone who claims to be an ARMY but doesn't actually know the members or can't name a single song. An example of a fake ARMY would be a contestant on a TV show in Mexico who attempted to garner ARMY votes but was filmed calling Jungkook (Namjoon) an ugly name. ARMYs were furious. If you want to learn more about this incident, here is the link. Be prepared; you might get angry, I know I did.

Conclusion

I hope I have answered your question. The sentiment of an ARMY towards a song is not an indicator of their authenticity as a fan. A genuine ARMY is someone who loves BTS for who they are and supports them for the music they create, not just for the sake of being part of a fanbase.