Who
Jimin
The Quest for an Unseen Love: Jimin's 'Who'
The single 'Who' is part of Jimin's first full-length album as a solo artist, entitled MUSE, released on July 19, 2024. The song explores the constant and almost desperate search for an idealized love, someone he hasn't found yet but who constantly occupies his thoughts and dreams. The lyrics reflect the feeling of emptiness and the hope of finding that special person who always seems out of reach.
Jimin uses metaphors and questions to express the frustration and anxiety of not knowing who this person is that his heart longs for. The repetition of phrases like 'We never met, but she's all I see at night' and 'Who is my heart waitin' for?' reinforces the idea of a deep and inexplicable connection with someone he has yet to meet. The song also touches on the idea that, although there are many people and places in the world, he still hasn't found the 'hello' he is looking for.
The song also touches on destiny and the uncertainty of where that person might be. Jimin wonders if she is someone he sees every day or if she is thousands of miles away. This duality between physical and emotional closeness and distance is a recurring theme in the song, reflecting the complexity of human feelings and the search for true love. 'Who' is a pop ballad that combines Jimin's soft voice with a rhythmic melody, creating a dance-like atmosphere of expectation and possibilities.