"Daydream" features a 90s-inspired vibe with a bouncing bass line and "lazy" vocals. It was composed and produced by J-Hope alongside long-time Big Hit producer Pdogg.
: 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 :
The song and MV utilize famous literary "fantasy" tropes to represent an escape from the pressures of fame: j_hope_daydream_mv
The opening scene mirrors J-Hope's awakening in the "MAMA" short film.
Produced by Big Hit Entertainment and directed by YongSeok Choi of Lumpens, the video is packed with "Easter eggs" for fans: "Daydream" features a 90s-inspired vibe with a bouncing
: He mentions the "road that leads to Hogwarts," framing his daydream as a magical journey away from reality.
: Visuals of him floating on a bed in outer space or among goldfish represent the "childish creativity" of his inner world. Musical Composition BTS Callbacks : The song and MV utilize
: The dominant use of green reflects J-Hope's favorite color.
