8+ Things About Bicycle by BTS RM, A Gift from RM to ARMY

Celebrating BTS Festa 2021, the leader of BTS, RM, released a new solo called ‘Bicycle.’ As you listen to the song, it turns out t a ‘perfect bike riding song’ and a perfect companion for ‘Namjooning.’ Here are several things you need to know about Bicycle by BTS RM, including why he writes a song about a bicycle and the translated lyrics.

Things about RM’s Bicycle

1. A perfect song for ‘Namjooning’

‘Namjooning’ is a term for the time RM enjoys himself with what he likes and be with nature. The term is taken from RM’s real name (Kim Namjoon). Therefore, ARMY said that Bicycle by BTS RM perfect for ‘Namjooning,’ which means perfect to accompany you whenever you want to enjoy yourself and be with nature.

The official anthem of Namjooning ???#Bicycle #RM #ThankyouRM #SetFestaAlight pic.twitter.com/wyyttK8848

— bom.? (@cianbom) June 6, 2021

2. Combination of melodic rap and sentimental vocal

RM’s solo Bicycle shows not only RM’s rapping skill but also features his sentimental vocal. Within hours, it has been soaring up to the top of ARMY’s playlists as the ‘perfect bike riding song.’

a private daydream on two wheels ??#bicyclebyRM #btsfanart #namjoon pic.twitter.com/WrasnblLMl

— poursomesuga (@poursomesuga) June 6, 2021

3. ‘Bicycle’ by BTS RM is a gift for ARMY

In celebration of BTS Festa 2021, RM released this song called Bicycle and names the URL on Soundcloud as ‘bicycleforarmy.’ It is just as sweet as Jungkook’s ‘Still With You‘ last year.

4. Inspired by RM’s favorite activity

In several interviews, when asked what he was busy with during the COVID-19 outbreak, he always said he rides his bike. As all ARMY knows, riding a bike is RM’s favorite activity.

“I’ve always wanted to write a song about bicycles. Three years since I produced Mono, I was starting to feel a bit exhausted with putting together the next series without being on a definite timeline. FESTA became a good motivation for me, though, since I ended up writing and releasing ‘Bicycle.'”

RM

5. Riding a bicycle can set RM free

RM revealed that a bicycle is essential for him. Riding a bike can make him ‘a bit sentimental’ yet ‘something that sets him free’ at the same time.

“I always look forward to having the time to go bike riding. But whenever I do start pedaling forward, I feel a bit sentimental for some reason. Could it be because I miss a lot of things…? I don’t quite understand why I feel that way.

Maybe it’s because I don’t have a driver’s license yet, and so I’ve never actually driven a car before. Anyway, I cherish the time I spend on bike riding because the bicycle is something that physically sets me free.”

RM

6. RM hopes ‘Bicycle’ can be an anthem to those who share the same love for riding

“A song about the bicycle has always been a goal for me because I’ve been riding since I was a trainee. And the blurred views that zoom past me while I pedal, I’ve forever wanted to turn into a song — one that captures those sentimental-but-also-exciting, cold-against-the-cheek-but-warm-to-the-heart kind of feelings. I hope ‘Bicycle’ stays a while on your playlists. I hope it becomes your bike riding anthem. I hope you accept this small gift of a song I offer. Nothing would make me happier.

Every day is a good day to ride. If you’re feeling down, try hopping on a bicycle. I’ll do the same!”

RM

7. For RM, riding bike is to keep his sanity

In an interview, RM specifically mentioned that riding bike, along with visiting museums and growing plants, to ‘fight himself from losing [his] mind.’

제가 박물관에 가고 식물을 키우고 자전거를 타는것은
제가 미치지 않기 위한 싸움이라고 생각해요

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— 디어 (@_deaRM_) March 15, 2021

8. Collaboration with John Eun and Moon Sung Sik

“It took some work, but after pedaling around everywhere between February and March, I was finally able to complete the words to ‘Bicycle’ — to go with John hyung’s guitar melody. I actually came up with the lyrics while riding my bike. I hummed the song so many times; I can’t even count.

The cover illustration is by one of my favorite artists, Moon Sung Sik. I’m in love with the artwork, which really captures his usual style of sketch. I would like to thank both John Eun and Moon Sung Sik for agreeing to work on this passionate piece of work with me!”

RM

Following the song’s release, the guitarist Hyung John Eun posted gratitude for the chance to work on the song together on his Instagram.

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9. ‘Bicycle’ is indeed a stress-relieving song

The combination of melodic rap and RM’s sentimental vocal is stress-relieving and spirit-free, just like riding a bike for RM. Not to mention the lyrics have a deep meaning. Read Bicycle translated lyrics below.

[Intro]

Rolling with two feet
I face you, who I can’t see
A few centimeters of shaking
Are greeting me as always

[Verse 1]

I wanna keep the bass down low
My mind is already in weekend mode
I don’t see no open cars, no open bars
It’s not bad, I’m all alone in this road
The minds of people are floating like an island
The night that might never come
Walk and roll across the horizon
To the vanishing point that we chose

[Chorus]

If you are sad, let’s ride a bicycle
Let’s put the wind under the feet
Oh, let’s ride a bicycle
With arms opened freely

[Post-Chorus]

Na, na-na-na, na-na-na
Na-na-na-na-na
Na-na-na, na-na-na, na-na-na
Na-na-na-na-na

[Verse 2]

Let it roll sometimеs
Like the wheels in a bike
Thеre’s something I have to find
It’s like an afternoon snack
I feel like I’ve lived just for this little moment
Everything could be like a personal midday dream on these two wheels
Feel the roof, smell the truth
Miracle is not far away
No matter what face I make, it’s fine now
The really precious things are invisible
Take your feet off the ground
Look-like the bird
Let’s float like an island
Dance with the wind
Yeah it’s ok to cry
When you’re happy, you’re sad

[Chorus]

If you are sad, let’s ride a bicycle
Let’s put the wind under the feet
Oh, let’s ride a bicycle
With arms opened freely

[Post-Chorus]

Na, na-na-na, na-na-na
Na-na-na-na-na
Na-na-na, na-na-na, na-na-na
Na-na-na-na-na

[Outro]

(Na-na-na) Na-na-na (na-na-na), na-na-na (na-na-na)
La-la-la-la-la
(Na-na-na) Na-na-na (na-na-na), na-na-na (na-na-na)
La-la-la-la-la

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