When music and travel collide, magic happens – and the latest example comes courtesy of BTS’ Jin. In a special collaboration between BIGHIT MUSIC and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the music video for Jin’s new single Don’t Say You Love Me, casts Singapore in a starring role, offering fans across the globe a love letter to the Lion City.
Set to the emotionally rich soundtrack of Jin’s second solo album Echo, the video captures the heart of Singapore through sweeping visuals, poetic storytelling, and a powerful sense of place. From the futuristic curves of Gardens by the Bay to the old-world charm of Anderson Bridge, every frame is a celebration of contrast, both of old and new, grit and glamour, serenity and spectacle.
The music video glides through grand icons like the National Gallery and Singapore Flyer, but also pauses at under-the-radar spots such as Keng Eng Kee Seafood and Goldhill Plaza – places that locals love and travellers are always delighted to discover. It’s a cinematic tribute that positions Singapore as an emotional anchor in the story.
Don’t Say You Love Me premiered globally on May 16 via HYBE LABELS’ YouTube channel. And for fans of both travel and K-pop, it’s a cinematic passport to a city full of surprises. Here’s a closer look at some of the iconic sights and secret spots in Singapore that steal the spotlight in the video.
Marina Bay
Marina Bay is the crown jewel of Singapore’s skyline – a shimmering waterfront precinct where cutting-edge architecture meets lush, futuristic gardens, home to icons like Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, and the Merlion. With fine dining, designer boutiques, scenic promenades, and easy access via the Marina Bay MRT interchange, this dynamic district is where Singapore’s modern spirit truly comes alive.
National Gallery Singapore
In the heart of Singapore’s Civic District, National Gallery Singapore combines history, heritage, and modern creativity. Housed within the stately former City Hall and Supreme Court buildings, the gallery boasts the world’s largest public collection of Singaporean and Southeast Asian modern art, with over 8,000 works. Beyond its striking architecture and exhibitions, it also delights the senses with dining experiences like the three-Michelin-starred Odette.
Emerald Hill
Tucked just off the bustle of Orchard Road, Emerald Hill is a heritage hideaway steeped in old-world charm. Once a 19th-century nutmeg plantation, it’s now famed for its exquisitely preserved Peranakan shophouses, adorned with Chinese Baroque details. Today, this storied enclave merges residential elegance with a lively bar scene, offering a glimpse into Singapore’s layered, multicultural past with some contemporary flair.
Gardens by the Bay
Best known for its towering Supertree Grove and cooled conservatories – the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest – the 105-hectare Gardens by the Bay reimagines horticulture on a spectacular scale. From rare blooms and vertical gardens to cutting-edge sustainability features, it’s a feast for the senses. Don’t miss the nightly Garden Rhapsody, a captivating light and sound show that transforms the Supertrees into a dazzling symphony of colour and rhythm.
Anderson Bridge
Constructed in 1910, this elegant bridge links Merlion Park with Esplanade Park at the mouth of the Singapore River. Though just 70 metres in length, it is celebrated for its graceful neoclassical design, featuring three steel arches combined with plaster and iron details. Today, as a pedestrian-only heritage landmark, it offers visitors picturesque views of the Civic District, making it a charming spot to pause and take in Singapore’s historic heart.
Singapore Flyer
Soaring 165 metres above Marina Bay, this observation wheel, the largest of its kind in Asia, offers breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Singapore’s iconic skyline – a must-visit vantage point for capturing the city’s dynamic beauty.
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