Fantastic

BTS's song 'Fantastic' delves into the internal conflict between the desire for normalcy and the unavoidable pull of an extraordinary life. The lyrics express a longing for a simple, ordinary existence, as seen in the lines '난 평범하고 싶어 / 가만히 좀 있고파' (I want to be ordinary / I just want to stay still). However, the singer acknowledges that everything about them is far from ordinary, and they cannot simply blend into the background. This dichotomy is a central theme, highlighting the tension between personal desires and the demands of fame.

The song also explores the transformative power of music and performance. The lyrics '으막이 나를 찾았지 / 내 의지와 상관없이 / 넌 날 여기로 데려왔지' (Music found me / Regardless of my will / It brought me here) suggest that the artist's path was not entirely chosen but rather a destiny shaped by their talent and circumstances. The stage becomes a place where they can fully embrace their extraordinary nature, as indicated by '날 무대 위에 올려놨으니 / 싹 다 뒤집어' (Since you put me on stage / I'll turn everything upside down). This transformation is both empowering and confining, as the artist grapples with the duality of their existence.

The recurring phrase 'baby are you down tonight' and the promise to 'give you the world' and 'teach you the world' reflect the artist's commitment to their audience. Despite the internal struggle, there is a recognition of the responsibility and connection they have with their fans. The repeated lines 'we gon burn the night' emphasize the intensity and passion that come with their performances, suggesting that while they may yearn for normalcy, they are also driven by a deep-seated need to excel and captivate.

The song's chorus, with its contrasting 'special burn' and 'normal burn,' encapsulates the essence of this conflict. It signifies the artist's acceptance of their unique position and the realization that their 'normal' is inherently different from that of others. The playful repetition of '판타스틱 엘라스틱' (fantastic elastic) and 'i got the thing thing thing' further underscores the elasticity of their identity, stretching between the ordinary and the extraordinary, ultimately embracing the fantastic nature of their life and career.