Taeyang’s “VIBE” Featuring Jimin of BTS Is Here

Taeyang, who was a member of the K-pop boy band Big Bang, released on Friday his new single “Vibe” featuring BTS’ Jimin.

The song marks Taeyang’s long-awaited return as a solo artist after six years. It was composed by TEDDY, KUSH, Vince, Taeyang, Jimin, and 24, while the lyrics were written by Taeyang and Vince.

A day before the release of “Vibe,” Rolling Stone met with Taeyang in the Hapjeong area of Seoul. The K-pop star opened up about how his collaboration with Jimin and shared what he’s been up to since completing his mandatory military service in 2019.

In 2010, Taeyang launched his first solo album “Solar”, which featured hits like “Wedding Dress.” His second solo album “Rise” 2014 became the highest-charting K-pop album by a soloist on the Billboard 200. It had a classic song “Eyes, Nose, Lips”.