[talk] 'Fake Love': The True Meaning of Love Hidden Behind Masks

BTS's songs seem to be loved even more because they convey profound messages beyond simple melodies. Among them, "Fake Love" poignantly depicts the "fake love" of deceiving oneself and wearing a mask for others. The title track of their album "LOVE YOURSELF 轉 'Tear'," this song captures the painful inner struggle of shedding one's true self and donning a mask for love.

The lyrics, "For you, I could pretend to be happy even when I'm sad," dramatically portray the sadness and emptiness of losing one's true self. The melody, while intense and somehow tragic, further emphasizes the song's message. "Fake Love" prompts listeners to ask, "What is true love?" and "Am I living as my true self?" This song, filled with deep self-reflection and contemplation on the nature of love, once again proves that BTS is not just pop stars, but artists who embody profound thought.