The duet “Winter Ahead” by BTS’s V and renowned vocalist Park Hyo Shin has been reimagined as a carol version.
The carol version of “Winter Ahead” was released at 2 p.m. on Tuesday. This rendition enhances the warm and romantic sentiment of the original track, first released on November 29. It highlights the festive year-end atmosphere by incorporating iconic carol elements such as jingle bells and various string instrumentals. Its richer and deeper sound adds a cozy dimension to the song’s original jazzy ambiance.
“Winter Ahead” is a jazz-pop duet that embodies V’s wish for fans to enjoy a joyful winter. Each winter, V has treated fans to new songs or covers, and this year is no exception, as he offers a heartfelt track. Notably, this song reflects V’s affinity for jazz, showcasing his personal taste and emotions.
The song has dominated the iTunes Top Songs charts in 86 countries and regions, including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Japan. It also secured the top positions on both the Worldwide iTunes Song and European iTunes Song charts for two consecutive days after its release.
