Global pop sensation BTS has added another achievement to their remarkable digital legacy, as the music video for their 2021 single “Permission to Dance” surpassed 700 million views on YouTube. The group’s agency, BigHit Music, confirmed the milestone on December 11, noting that the video hit the mark at approximately 5:14 p.m. KST the previous day.
With this accomplishment, BTS now has 10 music videos that have each accumulated over 700 million views, reinforcing their status as one of the most-watched music acts on the platform.
“Permission to Dance” was released in July 2021 as a bright, dance-pop anthem co-written by global pop star Ed Sheeran. The song delivers a hopeful message about healing and finding joy through music and dance, which resonated deeply with listeners during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Upon its release, the track soared to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, continuing BTS’s record of multiple number-one hits in the United States.
The accompanying music video is filled with vibrant colors and cheerful energy, featuring people dancing in everyday places like schools, offices, and open streets. The choreography includes international sign language for words such as “peace,” “dance,” and “joy,” a thoughtful detail that received praise for promoting inclusivity and global connection.
“Permission to Dance” joins an impressive list of BTS music videos with massive view counts, including “Dynamite,” “Boy With Luv,” “DNA,” “Fake Love,” and “MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix),” several of which have already surpassed the one billion view mark.
Fans who are collectively known as ARMY are already buzzing with excitement. Many see the new milestone as a sign of BTS’s lasting global popularity and continue to express their love through social media celebrations and messages of support.
According to BigHit Music, BTS is planning a full-group comeback in the spring of 2026 with a new album, followed by a world tour featuring all seven members. This will be the first complete group activity since members began their military service or individual projects.
As BTS continues to break records and reach audiences around the world, “Permission to Dance” remains a symbol of their ability to uplift and connect people through music.
