: The song was a collaborative effort involving Ed Sheeran , Johnny McDaid , and producer Steve Mac .

: The video uses purple balloons as a symbol for the end of the pandemic and a return to freedom. 📈 Performance & Reception

Watch the official music video to see the vibrant choreography and themes of inclusivity: BTS (방탄소년단) 'Permission to Dance' Official MV HYBE LABELS YouTube• Jul 8, 2021 🌟 Key Highlights

: In a recent fan poll, 94% of voters selected the live album version as their favorite new release.

: It helped BTS match a record held by Michael Jackson for the fastest accumulation of five number-one hits (10 months and two weeks).

"Permission to Dance" by is a lighthearted, upbeat pop anthem released in July 2021 as a message of hope and unity following the COVID-19 pandemic. Written by Ed Sheeran , the track became a global success, debuting at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 .