. Released on May 18, 2018, as the lead single for their third studio album, Love Yourself: Tear , the track served as a massive turning point for the group's global superstardom. It debuted at number 10 on the US Billboard Hot 100, marking the first time a Korean group entered the chart's top ten. 🎵 Musicality and Vibe
: Band leader RM explained in press conferences that the song is about trading your authentic self for a perfect illusion in exchange for love. 🎬 The Music Video and "BU" Lore Bts Fake Love
The central message of "Fake Love" heavily ties into the overarching narrative of the Love Yourself era: . Released on May 18