Jungkook’s Hit Solo “Standing Next to You” to Shine on Dancing With the Stars Season 33 Premiere
BTS’ Jungkook continues to captivate audiences worldwide even while serving in the military. His hit solo track “Standing Next to You,” featuring Usher, will be prominently featured on the premiere episode of Dancing With the Stars Season 33.
Despite Jungkook’s current military service, his music remains a global sensation. On August 14, Dancing With the Stars unveiled a teaser for the upcoming season on Instagram, showcasing hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough dancing to Jungkook’s track. The full episode will air on September 17, marking the start of Season 33.
The teaser quickly generated buzz among ARMYs, who are thrilled to see the BTS maknae’s solo hit showcased on a major stage.
Watch the Dancing With the Stars Season 33 teaser here:
Released on November 3, 2023, “Standing Next to You” is the title track from Jungkook’s debut solo album GOLDEN. The song’s heartfelt lyrics promise unwavering support, and its energetic music video highlights Jungkook’s impressive dance skills. The track quickly achieved record-breaking success, topping the Billboard Global 200 with 81.6 million streams on its debut and securing the No. 5 spot on the Hot 100.
Watch the performance video for “Standing Next to You” featuring Usher here:
Following his solo debut, Jungkook enlisted for mandatory military service alongside bandmate Jimin. On June 7, 2024, he released the song “Never Let Go” for BTS FESTA 2024 and is set to hold a solo exhibition in August, featuring unreleased photos, accessories, and outfits from his GOLDEN era.
