BTS member J-Hope is finally coming to Manila for his highly anticipated two-day concert, HOPE ON THE STAGE, set to take place on April 12 and 13, 2025, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.

READ: J-Hope's 'Hope on the Stage' in Manila: Ticket prices, seat map

Before he sets the stage on fire, here’s a list of some of his must-listen tracks to get you hyped for the show.

Chicken Noodle Soup

Released in September 2019 through Big Hit Entertainment, this track features American singer Becky G and is a remake of the original 2006 song by Webstar and Young B.

J-Hope, who danced to the original track while learning to dance, felt a deep connection to the song. In a past Naver live broadcast, he shared why he wanted to include it in his mixtape.

“I thought it was a track that can really express who I am. You know how ‘Hope World’ contains a lot of my own color—I did what I wanted to do. And ‘Chicken Noodle Soup’ is the kind of music I wanted to do too, and I kept feeling sorrow over it,” J-Hope said, as per Soompi.

The track incorporates English, Spanish, and Korean lyrics

Animal

“Animal” is a powerful hip-hop track that showcases J-Hope’s raw energy and dynamic rap skills. It was released during BTS's pre-debut days and was written by HYBE Corporation founder Bang Si Hyuk

This song highlights J-Hope’s early artistic style, blending intense beats with an aggressive flow.

More

From his debut solo album Jack in the Box, “More” is a rock-infused hip-hop track that showcases J-Hope’s artistic growth and individuality as a soloist.

As the first single released before the full album dropped, it gave fans a darker, more intense side of J-Hope, marking a significant shift from his usual bright and energetic persona.

On the street

This heartfelt song blends lo-fi beats with meaningful lyrics, featuring American rapper and record producer J. Cole.

“On the Street” serves as a tribute to J-Hope’s artistic journey, reflecting his love for street dance and hip-hop. It was also a farewell gift to fans before he enlisted for his mandatory military service in April 2023.

NEURON

Featuring legendary Korean artists Gaeko and Yoon Mirae, "NEURON" is a track that highlights J-Hope’s deep appreciation for old-school hip-hop. The lyrics reflect on what motivates the artists and the thing that drives them forward.

A fun fact: while serving in the military, J-Hope shared a dance cover of "NEURON" in his uniform.

“You can do it in just 3 minutes!” J-Hope wrote as translated into English by Instagram.

Arson

Another hit from Jack in the Box, “Arson” is a fiery hip-hop track with intense beats and thought-provoking lyrics.

The song portrays J-Hope standing at a crossroads, contemplating his choices while facing the pressures of fame and success.

Ddaeng

A fan-favorite track featuring BTS’s rap line (J-Hope, RM, and Suga), "Ddaeng" is a diss track that claps back at the group’s critics.

Released as part of BTS’s fifth-anniversary celebrations, the song cleverly plays with Korean wordplay and metaphors while showcasing J-Hope’s sharp flow and versatility as a rapper.