"WE NEED IT"— Fans react as BTS’s J-hope hints at opening his TikTok account during Lee Hyun’s radio show

BTS' J-hope appeared on Lee Hyun's new MBC FM4U radio show, My Close Friend, on November 25, 2024. During his conversation with Lee Hyun, the BTS member hinted at the possibility of opening an account on TikTok. The rapper, who was the first guest on the show also spoke about his recent projects, his trip to the US, and his plans.

During their discussion, Lee Hyun referenced J-hope's dance videos from before his deployment and asked if he planned on participating in other trending dance challenges. The rapper playfully responded with a question, asking if he should open a TikTok account.

"Should I open my own (TikTok) account? I will try to do a lot of challenges," the rapper said.

As soon as fans heard the rapper mention starting his own TikTok account, they took to social media to express excitement about seeing J-hope on the platform. Many claimed they were looking forward to seeing him showcase his dance skills as he had done in 2018. That year, the BTS member was one of the celebrities who took up the "Kiki, Do You Love Me?" challenge inspired by Drake's In My Feelings. His moves had fans across the world praising his dancing skills.

Since completing his military service in October, J-hope's fans have been anticipating his return to the spotlight. During his time in the military, various viral dance challenges dominated social media, and fans felt his absence keenly.

Fans took to X after hearing his conversation with Lee Hyun to express their excitement about the singer's potential TikTok account. One fan even claimed that they "need" the account.

"YES PLEASE WE NEED IT."

Fans wanted the rapper to start his TikTok account in hopes of seeing him be an active part of social media trends. Many claimed that J-hope would dominate the TikTok dance scene if he decided to join the platform.

"Yahay!! He'll be one of the top dancers on tiktok!!," an X user commented.

"HOBI STICKY IS COMING SON YALLS," another fan remarked.

"Can't wait for it hobi.. just open it," a user wrote on X.

"guys HOBI IS BACK!?? like there's no more service he's out and he's here to stay hold on...it just hit me it's only up from here," a person mentioned.

As speculation grew, fans were hopeful that the rapper-dancer would soon create a TikTok account, bringing his moves and energy to the platform.

"Omg the world needs it I need it omg," a fan commented.

"this is totally his elementttt i need to see him do it," another person remarked.

"the likes… he’s not even trying omg. people are dying for seeing your moves why are you doing this to us Jung Hoseok. just open your own TikTok account," an X user wrote.

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More about BTS' J-hope's appearance on Lee Hyun’s new MBC FM4U radio show

The debut episode of the radio show was showered with praise, as many fans said that it was heartwarming and fun. Lee Hyun expressed his gratitude to J-hope for appearing on the first episode, crediting him for setting a vibrant tone.

After the show, in a heartfelt Weverse post, the More singer reminded fans, who came to see him, to stay safe during the rainy weather.

During the program, the host and the BTS rapper also talked about their trainee days. J-hope went on to share insights into the creative process behind NEURON, the title track of HOPEN THE STREET VOL.1, and teasing future projects.

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J-Hope began his military service on April 18, 2023, and completed it on October 17, 2024. While speculation about a potential tour has been circulating, no official announcements have been made yet.