AGUST D - HAEGUM REACTION D DAY 

The word haegeum has two meanings in its pronunciation. One is the name of a traditional Korean instrument 'Haegeum' used in this song, and the Chinese character 'Haegeum(解禁)' means to break the ban.

You are one of the few BTS reactors who can dissect the MV in details and on point. I love you for that. Yoongi is one of a kind rapper, lyricist, producer, singer…. A musical genius and an extraordinary human being. Hats off to you and to Yoongi aka Suga and Agust D👏👏👏

Great reaction Anthony and I think you’re right, a lot of people will miss the message that Yoongi is trying to convey, that we’re all slaves to the system and that unless we stay true to ourselves and our values, that ultimately money and power will inevitably corrupt!

There is no one like the members of Bts. They write, produce, compose and participate in all the songs of their albums. They do not wait for someone to write songs for them. They also sing live immediately when the album is released, and this is evidence of their strength. They share their ideas and communicate with army through songs, unlike other bands whose songs only talk about money, fame and love.💜bts paved the way . I'm so proud to be an army 💜 😌

We all want to know his skin care routine but he says doesn't have one,he's just naturally flawless

Haegum reference in this song is free from forbidden. Usually expectations from an idol is spotless, flawless. But here in this MV Agust D smoking is telling the world that Idols are also human and get rid of those kind of mentality.. meaning Haegum 🙏🙏💜💜

Haegeum also means unlocking something that is forbidden.

We can always count on you to actually pay attention to the lyrics and symbolism and not just say "cool video" and call it a day. Thank you Anthony 💜 Haeugeum also means "lifting a ban" so I kind of associated it with freedom and a wake up call, like you said. Like he's saying this song is a haegeum = a call to free ourselves from the corruption and capitalism.

The social commentary on the D-Day album is nothing less than I expected from Agust D. I also interpreted the story of the MV the same way: the common man from Daechwita who killed the emperor has become corrupt and is taken out by this new Agust D - and he smiles when he shoots him because the new Agust D knows that he could be next. The multiple levels of the themes of power, corruption, liberation, freedom, lifting a ban are all complex and many. Agust D - the philosopher's rapper. Loved this dissection, Anthony.

Haegeum has 2 strings, like a pair of chopsticks. He uses music to slay haters, then uses music to feed himself.

Haegum is a traditional Korean instrument and it also means 'lifting a ban' Yoongi is such a genius!!! This song and lyrics are so deep and important. The beat is fire and the MV is a MOVIE!!! All my respect to LUMPENS!! Amazing work!! Give Yoongi an Oscar!! 👌😎🔥 Have a butter-ful weekend lovely Army 💜

And that is exactly how I saw it as well!!! 1. Agust D (from August D/Give it to me) through battles and suffering (hence the scar) became an Emperor (from Daechwita) 2. Agust D-2 wasn't having it and killed Agust D. 3. Agust D-2 lowkey becomes even more powerful than Agust D, his scar has healed a bit, but it still there cause, with mo money mo problems in comes Agust D-3 (from Haegum) 4. Agust D-3 has had, just wants to be free to do as he please, no shackle, no judgment, no scar; kills Agust D-2. ... and now he can enjoy his noodles 😂

You’ve probably already been told this Anthony but during the premiere of Haegeum, Suga told us to watch Daechwita, Haegeum and Amygdala all 8n one sitting. A MV for Amygdala is set to drop in 2 days. So there’s another short film to complete the story begun in Daechwita. 💜 Borahae

As many others have commented, haegeum means a "folksy" type of instrument, but also liberation/to break the ban. The instrument is also known for conveying a lot of emotion; in many ways the opposite of the official royal war music of Daechwita which signifies authority and power. Also, I LOVE this song/MV - Yoongi in that leather coat ought to be illegal, and those wicked grins? Gangsta/mafia!Yoongi will live rent free in my brain for a long, long time. Can't wait for the third installment, which is apparently the MV for Amygdala...

Heagum , other than musical instruments it means "lifting of the ban"

Lets noticed how good actor yoogi is amazingly delivered the 2 different character yoongi need trophy 🏆 ♥️ for this masterpiece

The reason why I love and watch Anthony's reactions is because he dissects and dives deep into the mv and tries to understand the message the singer/producer is trying to convey instead of the usual, bland reactions most youtubers do. ❤️

Yoongi said he wrote haegeum after daechwita and the storyboard for this mv and amigdala too. (amigdala will have a mv and explain when he got that scars)

The Haegeum sound was prominently heard in the first few seconds of the MV (at exactly 0:37 of the MV) and 11:49 of this reaction video. And the main TEA of the cigar part is the idea of how small things like "smoking a cigarette" will make headlines to make you a prey and center for criticism. Smoking a cigarette is not a crime at all but idols seen smoking cigarette are being treated like a criminal. And this happened with V, so this is a shoutout to those making headlines and criticized V for smoking a cigarette. He also called out many more esp RU-vid and corruptions going on around the industry. And now this song just became so controversial that a lot were so triggered just because AgustD is spitting facts.

Anthony, he produced Haegeum alone. He said we must watch Daechwita, Haegeum and Amygdala music videos together

I didnt realise the daechwita sword until you point it out 😲.. u dont just analyse the music, the lyrics, but u also analyse the mv. Ur awesome n thats why i always appreciate your work

'Freedom of expression could ba the reason for somebody's death'...very timely, Moonbin of astro was just found dead in his house suspected to have commited suicide. Maybe caused by deppression. There were also idols who commited suicide because of cyber bullying. Our freedom to express really can cause death.

Haegum: Lifting of a Ban; Allowing what was once Forbidden. As well as a Korean instrument. The wordplay is Ridiculousness!

Yes this is Daechwita storyline in modern era. Thai Army explained that this MV was filmed in Thailand and that place is called the “Thief Market” Rattanakosin Island (old name Thailand from 1782-1892) and it was the first international shopping center in that period after the abolition of slavery. This is how he explain it: The market came to exist because the people in the palace freed from the slavery when they moved out of the palace, they received goods from their master and stole some. They then brought those goods to sell them in this area. Haegeum is a traditional instrument but also means the liberation of the prohibition.

When you were talking about boredom being conducive to creativity and imagination, I really resonated with that and have had that thought before too, and it seems Yoongi is touching on that thought as well. BTW Haegeum also has the meaning of lifting a ban or restriction - so, liberation.

Thank you for the reaction video… there are so many people who didn’t get the message of the song and MV and criticised that Suga smoke you know! They don’t get the metaphor what his smoking symbolise in the video

That one line in the song where he says interpretation is free and freedom of speech cause death hits so much in other way too specially things going on with k-pop idols who have to face the harsh words and bullshit of fans and media in the face of freedom of speech which causes some of them to take a drastic step...fir me it hit hard😌🥺

That was intensely gratifying Anthony. Your analysis was impeccable and spot on. You also noticed ton of detail in both the structure of the song and the MV. Thank you!! Get ready for Amygdala and Snooze - powerful beasts of emotional torture , lol.

I have similar reading with you. Otherwise keep the scar become a question. It symbolizes he breakthrough himself once again. Before he fight as rebellion to reach the top but now he has already reached the top, he find himself want to just peacefully eat a bowl of noodles without being interruptted.

How I was waiting for your reaction.❤ I was just speechless yesterday😂😂😂

Damn bro you hit the nail on the head with your interpretation on why corrupt august d smiled right before getting shot, he knows that this process will just constantly be repeated and the corrupt part will never completely die

I always love Anthony's reactions because the personal interpretation he makes of the music, the MV and everything are on point and very deep... and he pays attention to every single detail as well details that maybe I didn't even notice, I love that!

Haegum does have a double meaning, not only a musical instrument: The other meaning of "haegum" is applied when it is used in popular Korean vernacular, in which it means "lifting a ban and allowing something that is forbidden," as host IU explained while interviewing Agust D on IU's Palette in April 2023. ALSO: One of the first things I noticed about Suga was his skin....man it is beautiful....his hands are gorgeous too....I'm just glad someone else mentioned it....I love that....the man just glows....gorgeous.

He is playing with words, Haegeum can be both korean traditional instrument or "Break the ban". Agust D discography is divided into three : - Agust D (1st mixtape) : He was angry, back at the time, against haters and whoever came on their roads (even his own self) while he holds that passion inside him and the dream to succeed - D-2 : He is confronting both sides of himself, the blond hair Agust D the angry one and the black hair Agust D the rebel. Daechwita was released on 2020 when they were very successful, so he considers the anger he hold inside him is the motor or the reason that made him successful it pushed him to prove everyone that they are the KINGS! 4 years passed since his first mixtape, people get more mature so here comes the black hair Agust D; the one who is now getting aware that anger would only damage him so he came to get rid of it and set new rules. D-Day : We have now two black hair Agust D face to face, the rebel and the policeman. Police always refer to order, rules... so black hair Agust D who killed the king and made a new rules for his life on Daechwita became the policeman on Haegeum! Since Haegeum means in Chinese "Break the ban", this song is about him fighting the "bans" or rules he enforced himself to follow during those last 3 years. The final of Daechwita was not clear, did he kill the king or not? Did he win against his anger or not? It's like he was indecisive back at the time but now he killed the policeman which proves that now he knows what he wants and he is not afraid of anything or anyone. I've always admired him for his personality, he is the kind of person I really aspire to be : fearless, mentally strong, independent... He is the strongest person I've ever seen, he went through so much and still highly and firmly standing like a mountain! I love all Bangtan members equally, but coming to solo music I've always had a soft spot for Yoongi's music. He has a sort of craziness (if I can say so) within him that I'm attracted to, he always sets the standards high when it comes to music. His MVs are the most cinematographic music videos the industry have ever seen plus his acting skills... Man is on a whole another level ! The only thing in my life I'll never regret is being his fan! Thank you Anthony for your reaction, I love how you always get deeply within the songs and the MVs, it's always a pleasure to watch your videos 🙏🏻

His whole album is a no skip...I'm sorry I meant his whole discography

Haegum in korean.. But if in chinese characters 解禁 pronounce Jie Jin means something like Releasing or to lift whatever being prohibited or banned. Not to restain one self to something that can be change

🔥🔥He slayed this.....give this man a movie part!! 🔥🔥

Your analysis of Suga's rap style is like PHD level. I so appreciate what you do in helping me understand cadence, flow, etc...Huge kudos from this 64 yr old woman who never cared for rap music, but I LOVE AUGUST-D. P.S. the money in the bathtub scene, could that be a reference to Slum Dog Millionaire?

Straight fire. He just dropped the live version. 😘💜🫰🏻

Bro when you said that he’s making a movement i got chills. Idk if you watched Road to D Day but he said the same thing

Thank you for your reaction, Anthony, as always! 😊❤ I agree with you. Suga speaks important message here, something we need to stop and think about. I love how he uses his platform to talk about current issues. The word "Haegeum" has two meanings. It can refer to a traditional Korean string instrument (which you hear in the beginning of the song), but the other meaning is'to lift a ban' or 'to abolish.' In the song, Suga raps,' "This song's simply about freeing what is forbidden."

A referência a Haegum nesta música é livre de proibido. Normalmente, as expectativas de um ídolo são impecáveis, perfeitas. Mas aqui neste MV Agust D fumar está dizendo ao mundo que os ídolos também são humanos e se livrar desse tipo de mentalidade .. significando Haegum 🙏🙏💜💜

haegeum = a Korean instrument haegeum = to lift a ban hence, agust d uses this word simultaneously to convey the meaning of lifting what has been prohibited for him (or others in general). he also uses real sound of haegeum (instrument) in this song.

Anthony! I love this album so much... But do you know he's the first rapper in history (not Korean not anything) to sell 1M in less than 24h!? He's a beast!

Me encantó tu análisis. Yo también me sentí identificada con lo de "esclavos del RU-vid", aunque... En mi defensa, solo veo contenido relacionado con BTS, cosas de salud y educación, pero... Sí, es una distracción o al menos un método que me mantiene "ocupada" y me impide ser creativa y hacer mis propias cosas. Y sí, es muy adictivo. Una reflexión que merece la pena examinar cada quien en su vida. BTS enseñándonos a amarnos a nosotros mismos, hablar y pensar por nosotros mismos, y controlar nuestras adicciones.... Ser un individuo verdaderamente libre. Es un mensaje muy muy muy poderoso. Siendo de otro país y cultura, curioso que lo descubro gracias a estos medios que también nos hacen daño... Pero prefiero verlo como una bendición... En el caso de BTS casi que exclusivamente😅😅😅😊💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

I like how you explain the mv and the message 💜

When I looked up Haegum I also at first got the string instrument. Later I saw on RU-vid somewhere where it said that (I think Yoongi) when playing some video games when you found a new level that it was a hidden Haegum and you would get a new song or music for for the game. I could have interpreted some of that incorrectly, but it was essentially a breaking through to a new level and your reward was a new song

You’ve come so long 🥺 your first bts reaction was deachwita of agust d and now you’re reacting to his first solo album 🥺🤍

I love the way you analyze it all so on point. The whole album is so good

Brilliant Anthony👏.. And ig the last part where Suga came back to that shop after killing Agust D and was going to eat with those chopsticks that he used to kill someone..symbolize the thing.. How we kill to eat and eat to live.. ultimately it's like..We're killing self-entity along with others for money/fame to live in this industry/society

Homonym lyrics "This song is a haegeum" = the string instrument used 해금(奚琴) "a new kind of haegeum" = unlocking the forbidden 해금(解禁) And a beat made with haegeum. This fu***** guy is clearly a genius.

What took you so long Anthony? I've been waiting your reaction for haegeum! Coz u reacted differently from other reactors who only screaming and feel excited without talking much about his meaningful lyrics, flow and cadence. I like how you try to interpret what Agust D is saying here. One thing that you are wrong, many Armys not only adore Yoongi's cute n handsome face, but also do, get the message. The most important Agust D is talking about freedom, liberation. That's why your reaction worths waiting. Thank you for being Agust d biggest fan. Coz he's such the greatest (rap) idol in Korea and highly respected in the world. I'm begging you pleaseeee to upload ur reaction for other songs like snooze, huh, life goes on and amygdala here on youtube as well. Love and peace from Indonesia.

you are right about the cadence change, anthony. now that you said it, the change into slower one also emphasizes the cigarette smoking scene, because he purposely put that scene to give a statement. accdg to him, “idols is that we don’t have to commit a crime or something controversial for people to blow little things out of proportion & judge us. i could never understand the mentality of those people. like when an idol smokes on a mv, say i get criticized for that at 31.”

Absolutely killed it!! 🔥🔥🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥👑

You got it, Anthony! I also thought of it that way. This time, Suga is the leader of himself, or something like that. He is free now from the anger from his personas Agust D (which was killed in Daechwita and Haegeum), cause he is calmer and happier now. Well, atleast for me, that is my POV. :)

I love your reactions Anthony! I love how in depth you get and make me see things I wouldn't normally get. Thanks for this, once I saw the MV I was like Anthony is gonna love this! 😂

omg i've watched the mv several times and i've never seen that sword... wow... as usual, i enjoyed your interpretation, anthony! 💜

I watch so many reactors, and I always look forward to yours because I'm attracted to your attention to detail. Just the way you take the time to thoroughly review every element in this art

Man I love how you can focus on EVERYTHING! The song, the lyrics, the MV, the meanings... Your brain is so good at multitasking, mine could never.

I patiently waited for this reaction, and I knew that I would understand the song better

Anthony, of all the reactions you've done till date, this might be just the top notch one!! Gotta admire your priceless reaction to the music video, the lyrics, the symbolism, the flow, the background score and what not and not to forget, the man Mr. Augst D. Simply loved it❤ Keep'em coming, Anthony!

I love how you interpreted and caught on to the references. That whole talk about the police agust d being the one from the "for people" agust d from Daechwita is so on point. Like, yes, it's the cycle!

Hi Antony the Mv was filmed in Thailand Yoongi said he had a lot of fun filming it but it was very hot so I don’t know when this was filmed I love it he really is a lyrical genius his acting skills are so good I felt like I was watching a movie . He portrays himself a detective a gangster and Agust D I love these different roles he does and the Tony Montana reference in the bathtub I really loved that that’s a great movie. He would so good in a action movie I hope one day he will reconsider acting as he’s already good at it D - day is great album a masterpiece every track on that album I love so proud of him . You explain it so well everything Yoongi raps about his in his lyrics is so true .

Haegeum is also the name of the instrument, but another meaning is to lift the ban. You can interpret this song as meaning to lift the ban.

You're on point about the cigars. It is self endulgence & on this MV it symbolizes freedom, because in KPop industry it is controversial for idols to be seen puffing a cigar. But Suga included it in the MV because he wants to portray freedom from what other people say they should be or should not be.

Haha ya I felt the same, they did a bait and switch. Like when Jimin came shocking the world with Set Me Free pt2 video and then Like Crazy comes more the vibe what we could expect from Jimin. All great songs but this song and mv is what we love from Suga , we love Agust D. Suga might as well be an actor too. Add him to the list of suit thugs in the next John Wick 😂. Put him in anything Army will crush the box office.

Thank you so much for this 🔥 I always look up for your reactions. You take the time to read, and analyze both the video and the lyrics, and you do it with respect!

loved your insight on the MV, this is definitely a thought provoking song and visuals.. brilliant!

why am I back here? Anthony understands Yoongi and I will always be coming back to his reactions to ease the pain of missing them, I miss Yoongi already 😭

Love your reaction AND this MV! Excited to see this in Chicago in 2weeks!!!

You read my mind. That's my interpretation too. Haegeum means lift a ban no restrictions. It's like the one who kills the king in Daechwita lived a successful life but still in restrictions. Free but still in restrictions where he can't still do what he wants. Still by the rules. No imagination just following the system. This new AgustD, is free in restrictions. Living free. Not by Self indulgence.

Anthony, your reaction is brilliant. Thank you sooo much.💜

i like the little chuckle mob boss agust d does when he knows he’s been got. it’s def my favorite part. it’s crazy that you mentioned the joker, because i was telling my girl that’s something the joker would do when he knows he’s been outsmarted, laugh. all the good villains do it.

So proud that you didn’t stop it you really enjoyed ❤❤

Me encanta cuando reaccionas, le das el sentido que todos los que reaccionan omiten y es el mensaje tras la letra y el vídeo que son brutales. Gracias por existir y darnos tu punto de vista ❤

Catching up and so excited for you A!! Reaction Folks are reacting to your own MVs and music! Pop that champagne or iced tea, just celebrate yourself, crew and family.

thank you that was interesting to hear your thoughts! and btw you're right about dark night it's one of yoongi's favorite movie

Anthony, I really appreciate the time you took to analyze the MV and the lyrics. I hope others will do the same to understand the depth of this song and MV. Awesome!!!!

One of the reasons I love your videos, you catch the details that completely went over me. How did you see the sword though??Totally missed it!!!!! And you constantly looking for those cameo's 😁🤣 Love it!

Been waiting for your reaction!! Can’t wait for you to listen to the album 🙌🏻

Imagine Agust-D just casually walk around New York side street with all that Mafia look, the coat, the tie, the slick black hair and the scars omg. Even without anyone recognizing him they all be starstrucked lol

The endless information line hit me differently. As a writer, I do not read while I'm writing. Things have a way of creeping in and altering my voice and my thoughts. It's not a concious move, but lines work their way in or a style will overtake mine. My brain is subconsciously "seeking conformity" so I only read while editing. Much the same, if youve ever noticed yourself suddenly saying a new word a lot, you probably picked it up from someone else. If you drown yourself in a group, you start to think like them. Sometimes, that's not bad, like if an addict sticks to clean people in order to stay sober. But sometimes, it's life altering, like if a young kid is pulled into a violent racist organization. Those around us, what we surround ourselves with, become a part of us.

I agree with you on almost everything! It's nice to see a reactor who actually takes the time to decipher the message and lyrics

You made so much sense throughout

I swear only Anthony makes me understand rapline's songs completely! Thank you Anthony ❤

Yoooo my favorite reactor I was waiting for you 😂to react on these 🔥🔥🔥

strong message, thanks for sharing your take on it bro

Haegum es en Tailandia, Yoongi es un actor. Haegum tambien significa levantar la prohibicion, yo entendi que viajó en el tiempo para asesinar su versión corrupta, fijate que asesinó con los palillos con los que luego come, haciendo referencia a Matar para comer y comer para vivir.

oh my..you got that interpretation in 1 watch? you are awesome.. it takes me 3 time watching the MV to get to that point... wow sir.. you are my ARMY leader! 😅😅💜💜

We appreciate you breaking down the song, Anthony!!! This song overall with the lyrics is 🔥 and D-Day album is chef kiss!!! Can someone pls do a 'What do you think' and 'Haegeum' Mashup asap..idk why but both songs being put together would be a banger. Also, Agust D/Suga/Min Yoongi has become the first rapper in history to sell 1M (1.07M) album copies in its first day release. KING THANGS✨️

definitely agree with your interpretation of the mv! the police officer is the "rebel" suga from daechwita who has become corrupted by his authority and wealth. great reaction!

You are so strong cause I was watching this at my work place and because of not being able to scream, I started crying. Btw, there are so many details connected with Daechwita and this. And he said that you should watch this, AMYGDALA and Daechwita together. He will reveal his scar story during the other MV

oh gosh how i love your reactions! they are so alive and real. Aborable

I was waiting for you to react on it ....❤love your videos

I think you underestimate ARMY's. We've all broken it down 25 times by now and written essays and made explanation videos. Sure we think he's cute, and there is the standard "Yoon-gi Marry me" part of the fandom, but the majority of us take his art seriously. We can think he's cute and realize his perspective, and his message, at the same time. I do always enjoy your perspective though Anthony. Through your reaction I get more tidbits of information that I may not have discovered yet. Thanks 💜

As I see in Deachwita Agust D aka Suga killed the emperor and became a boss. The emperor was angry, the boss loved money too much, now Suga killed the boss and finally free from his old selfs. As Suga said, he won't make another Agust D song as he wants to make music as Suga in the future. I also see that the scar is less sightful which means that Suga is healed completely. Emperor's scar was fresh, the boss' scar is sightful but not that much and Suga has any. I love how Suga made a full circle of his story and I can't wait for more projects of him.

U ARE THE FIRST REACTOR WHO CATCH THE REFERENCES AND THE MESSAGE WOW 👏🏻

He did say he's not angry anymore the way he was when he was young. He says goodbye to Agust D with this album, I can see how he would show the body. He did say "Im the king, Im the boss.. "lol Now he's killed them both. There has been so much analysis of this and I love reading all the thoughts! I thought he was an undercover cop in this; and the police guy was currupt. That's why he gets a ride back in a cop car. Because he's the policeman all along keeping order. Is that how he sees himself? Someone said Joker also burned the money and said "Gothom deserves a better class of criminals" so maybe he admits he's also corrupt but at least a better type of criminal..... lol I love it all and all the theories work!

Ive been waiting for your reaction out of evetyone else 😊

Finally you reacted, I know how you like Suga, and I really wanted to know how you react to this, and as always, you analyze the song in every detail. Anyway your new song is also 🔥.