BTS V has garnered heartfelt support fromHarry Crosby, son of the late jazz legend Bing Crosby, for their virtual collaboration on the classic song “White Christmas”. Released on December 6th, 2024, this duet has been lauded for its seamless integration of two distinct musical eras.
Harry Crosby’s Reaction
On December 23, 2024, the official Bing Crosby Twitter account shared a video message from Harry Crosby. In this clip, he expressed his sincere appreciation for the collaboration, stating:
“I just listened to a cut of you doing a duet with Dad, and I can’t tell you, from the heart, that’s amazing! What you did was amazing; the arrangement was amazing; the way that you two fit together, it was really organic and wonderful.”
Harry Crosby also voiced his hope that the song would reach a global audience, underlining his support for this innovative project.
The song “White Christmas” marks a significant cross-generational collaboration, blending the deep, emotive voice of V with Bing Crosby’s timeless vocals from archival recordings. This jazz rendition not only pays homage to the original but also introduces it to new fans.
Mary Crosby, Bing’s daughter, had previously commented on the blend of their voices, suggesting it could become a new holiday favorite. The track debuted impressively at No. 93 on the Billboard Hot 100, making V the only K-pop artist in 2024 to chart three singles on this list, including “FRI(END)S” and “Winter Ahead” with Park Hyo Shin.
Music Video and Tribute
The music video for the duet features an animated depiction of Bing Crosby as Santa Claus, accompanied by V’s beloved dog Yeontan, who had recently passed away. This video serves as both a tribute to Bing Crosby and a memorial to Yeontan, adding a poignant layer to the project.
V’s Recent Activities
Alongside this collaboration, V has been active musically, releasing “Winter Ahead” with Park Hyo Shin in November 2024. With these releases, V has solidified his solo career even while he is set to complete his mandatory military service in June 2025, after which fans can anticipate a reunion with BTS for future projects.
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