BTS’s V’s heartwarming track "Winter Ahead" has been selected as one of Billboard’s ‘27 Best Winter Songs,’ further solidifying its massive popularity.

Billboard recently released an article titled "From Taylor Swift to Fleet Foxes and The Weeknd, these songs will help keep you warm all season long," featuring the best winter-themed tracks. The article highlights songs that bring the perfect winter vibes, creating a cozy atmosphere for chilly days.

In the list, Billboard introduced "Winter Ahead," a beautiful duet by V and Park Hyo Shin, as the very first song.

The outlet described the song as "evoking the feeling of the first day of the cold season," and compared it to the warmth and softness of cotton. Billboard even noted, "This Charlie Brown-style jazz collaboration feels like fresh snow falling," adding that the track can be enjoyed long after the holiday season ends.

"Winter Ahead" isn’t the only standout in the list. Other popular winter songs by artists like Taylor Swift, Bob Dylan, Rihanna, Billie Holiday, and more were also featured, including Taylor Swift’s "'tis the damn season" and Billie Holiday’s "Solitude."

V and Park Hyo Shin's collaboration charted at No. 99 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped multiple charts, including No. 1 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart, the Billboard Holiday Digital Song Sales chart, and the Worldwide and European iTunes charts. The song also secured high positions on the UK charts, including No. 5 on the UK Official Trending Chart.

The music video for "Winter Ahead" captivated fans with V's delicate acting and stunning visuals, even gaining the No. 1 spot on YouTube’s Worldwide Trending Music Videos and TIDAL’s U.S. Top Video Chart.

"Winter Ahead" has truly captured the hearts of listeners around the world, becoming the ultimate winter anthem!

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NewJeans has made waves after announcing their decision to terminate their exclusive contract with their agency, ADOR.

Now, the group is taking matters into their own hands by directly reaching out to global luxury brands to negotiate ambassador contracts. However, this bold move is raising concerns and sparking controversy in the entertainment industry.

According to sources on December 18th, NewJeans recently attempted to contact luxury watch brand O, negotiating a two-party contract through their manager A, who is still affiliated with ADOR.

This move came after NewJeans declared the end of their contract with ADOR on November 29th. Insiders claim that NewJeans began bypassing their agency, reaching out to advertisers on their own with the help of ADOR staff.

In an interview, Manager A revealed, "I conveyed NewJeans' intention to continue fulfilling their advertising contracts as planned, even after the contract termination." This admission sparked controversy, as it implied that NewJeans was trying to negotiate directly with advertisers, which may violate the terms of their previous agreement with ADOR.

During their press conference announcing the termination of their contract, NewJeans assured the public that they would continue with their scheduled events and advertisements, with the full support of ADOR.

However, it seems that the group may have gone behind ADOR’s back to pursue a deal with brand O, which could result in legal issues.

Legal experts have pointed out that these actions could potentially be seen as a breach of the exclusive contract, warning that it may lead to serious consequences for NewJeans in any future legal disputes. In addition to brand O, it was reported that NewJeans also attempted to directly approach another luxury brand through a different manager, B, who left ADOR.

As the situation continues to unfold, ADOR has taken action. Manager A has been placed on standby, and ADOR has informed brand O that any direct contract with NewJeans could be seen as a violation of their agreement. The agency has also told other potential advertisers that all deals involving NewJeans should be coordinated through ADOR.

The ongoing drama has left many fashion brands cautious about working with NewJeans. Sources say that brands, once eager to sign the group for major ambassador deals, are now reconsidering their options.

One industry insider commented, "NewJeans was a group that had a lot of potential, but with this situation, it’s hard to say if brands will take the risk. It’s a shame because they were on track to be as big as BLACKPINK."

As confusion continues to grow, many are questioning if NewJeans’ "self-independent" move will hurt their reputation in the fashion world. The group's popularity is undeniable, but the risks associated with bypassing their agency might cause some brands to think twice.

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