The clip appears in a documentary released on Netflix, recording BTS's music making process in their recent comeback. In it, Jungkook performs part of the song "SWIM" with a raw voice, without complicated post-production processing. This "roughness" becomes a big plus, helping the audience clearly feel the inner strength and voice control ability of the male singer.
Immediately after being shared, the video quickly reached hundreds of thousands of views and comments. Many opinions suggest that Jungkook's live performance (singing live, without sound processing) brings more realistic and easier-to-listen emotions than the official studio version. Many viewers even commented that this version is "better than the original".
Listening to him sing is like healing," a fan commented. Another opinion wrote: "This is exactly the voice of the main vocalist. I really want to have a version of Jungkook singing this song completely". Besides, many viewers also expressed their desire for the company to release a complete solo version of Jungkook for "SWIM".
One of the points mentioned a lot is the difference in sound processing. Many netizens believe that the studio version of "SWIM" is abusing auto-tune, causing the vocals of the members to be mixed and lose their individuality. Conversely, Jungkook's live version brings a "open", clear and more emotional feeling.
This phenomenon once again shows that Jungkook's appeal comes not only from BTS's global fame, but also from his performance ability and stable voice. In the context that listeners are increasingly interested in live singing, such performances further help artists consolidate their position and conquer the public with their ability.
