Charlie Puth says he watches K-pop shows on Sundays, keeps in touch with BTS

American pop star Charlie Puth has shared his continued affection for BTS and other K-pop artists, revealing how deeply he follows the Korean music scene.

The singer appeared on the popular YouTube show “MMTG” on Wednesday, in an episode titled “Honorary Korean Charlie Puth Watches Popular K-pop Songs Every Sunday.” Host Jaejae asked whether he really keeps up with Korean music programs and rookie idol performances, to which Puth replied, “Oh, yes. I watch ‘Inkigayo.’ I really do like them all. I was with the BTS boys.”

He added, “Whenever we meet up, we just saw each other like a year ago even though it’s been eight years. I’ve known them for eight years. How is that possible. That’s crazy.”

A long friendship with BTS’ Jungkook

Puth and Jungkook first connected in 2017 after the BTS member mentioned being a fan of his music. A year later, the two performed together onstage, and in 2022 they released their hit collaboration “Left and Right.”

Puth’s warm relationship with BTS has continued to draw attention from fans around the world, and he remains one of the few Western artists to maintain active collaborations with K-pop stars.

Writing for more K-pop artists

The pop musician has also worked with groups like Stray Kids and BABYMONSTER, for whom he recently wrote the track “Like That.” “I try to write for everybody,” Puth said. “I like that song.”

When asked how he chooses his collaboration partners, he emphasized that it’s not about fame. “Just anybody who likes music as much as I do. I am always happy to, big or small. I get inspired by everybody.”

This article from Xportsnews is adapted by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.