BTS’ Younger Brothers
TXT (Tomorrow X Together) debuted March 2019 as Big Hit Entertainment’s first group after BTS, carrying immense pressure as “BTS’ juniors.” Their debut “Crown” and subsequent releases blended pop-rock, EDM, and hip-hop with coming-of-age themes. Despite comparisons, TXT carved their own identity: more emo-rock influenced, targeting Gen Z’s anxieties.
Their 2021-2023 albums charted globally (Billboard 200 top 10 debuts), with tours across Asia, US, and Latin America. Songs like “0X1=LOVESONG” (featuring Seori) and “Sugar Rush Ride” showcased rock influences rare in K-pop. By 2023, TXT had 3M+ album sales per release, proving they could succeed beyond BTS’ shadow as 4th gen’s top-tier group.
Sources: Big Hit Music, Billboard, Hanteo Chart