J_hope_daydream_mv

Released on March 1, 2018, is the lead single from J-Hope's debut mixtape, Hope World . The music video (MV) is characterized by its vibrant, surrealist aesthetic, using "daydreaming" as a medium to explore the tension between J-Hope’s public persona and his private desires. Key Themes and Literary References

The opening scene mirrors J-Hope's awakening in the "MAMA" short film. j_hope_daydream_mv

: He mentions the "road that leads to Hogwarts," framing his daydream as a magical journey away from reality. Released on March 1, 2018, is the lead

: During a "Behind the Scenes" VLive, it was revealed that fellow BTS member V (Taehyung) makes a brief, disguised cameo in the MV. BTS Callbacks : : He mentions the "road that leads to

The song and MV utilize famous literary "fantasy" tropes to represent an escape from the pressures of fame:

: The dominant use of green reflects J-Hope's favorite color.