Usher Reveals the Real Reason He Collaborated with BTS Star Jungkook on ‘Standing Next to You’

Usher, who is getting ready for his highly anticipated Super Bowl halftime show, recently opened up about his collaboration with BTS star Jungkook on the remix version of ‘Standing Next to You’. In a recent interview, the 45-year-old singer revealed that he was drawn to the incredible dance choreography of the song, which reminded him of a young Michael Jackson.Jungkook first announced the remix version of the song back in November, and Usher couldn’t help but want to be a part of the magic. ‘Standing Next to You was obviously a smash when Jungkook released it. I just wanted to be a part of that,’ Usher shared. The singer also expressed his newfound appreciation for K-pop and his desire to explore more collaborations in the genre. ‘I’m now recognizing that I have K-pop fans, so I guess I gotta do more in that area,’ he added.The collaboration between Usher and Jungkook was highly anticipated by fans ever since the announcement of the remix versions of Jungkook’s songs. BTS fans quickly expressed their desire for an Usher feature, and their wish was granted when ‘Standing Next to You’ featuring Usher was released a month later.According to a statement from BIGHIT Entertainment, the management company of BTS, Usher’s contribution added a velvety and energetic vibe to the original version of the song, showcasing the perfect synergy between the two talented artists.As the Super Bowl halftime show approaches, fans of both BTS and Usher are hoping to see the iconic singer perform the remix of ‘Standing Next to You’ live. With social media buzzing with excitement, one fan tweeted, ‘I’m praying for Usher to perform the remix, but it’s very hard to predict. Regardless, it’s going to be an amazing show!’Don’t miss out on Usher’s exceptional collaboration with Jungkook from BTS. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to witness the explosive talent of these two incredible artists.