The new single premiered at the sold-out Brooklyn stop of his first solo North American tour

J-Hope of 21st-century pop icons BTS is set to release a new solo single, “Mona Lisa,” along with an accompanying music video on Friday, March 21st. The track continues the undeniable wide appeal of his recent track “Sweet Dreams,” featuring Miguel, further connecting with audiences worldwide.

“Mona Lisa” is a hip-hop/R&B love song and a tribute to celebrating one’s unique beauty. The track seamlessly blends a groovy rhythm with a funky chord progression, with its title inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic masterpiece. It explores an infatuation towards a person whose beauty is one of a kind, delving deeper into the essence of attraction. It conveys that what truly moves someone is not external beauty but rather the distinctive characteristics that make each person special. J-Hope seamlessly fuses hip-hop and R&B with a catchy, danceable groove and smooth, easy-listening melodies, creating a sound that feels both fresh and timeless. With its smooth melodies and evocative lyrics, the global trendsetter commands the track, exuding a sophisticated bravado and irresistibly sensual allure.

The global pop star premiered the track with a first-ever live performance during the Brooklyn stop of his first solo world tour Hope on the Stage in North America at Barclays Center on March 13-14. The roars of the audience filled the venue as they cheered to the new single and his signature energetic performance that cemented his status as one of the most celebrated performers in demand. Kicking off the North American leg in Brooklyn, J-Hope will make his way to Chicago, Mexico City, San Antonio, and Oakland, with a final stop in Los Angeles to headline BMO Stadium on April 4-6. The finale shows will mark his solo stadium debut and make him the first South Korean solo artist to headline a US stadium.