SEOUL, May 21 -- BTS member J-Hope has become the first male K-pop solo artist to appear on the cover of Billboard magazine, featured in its May issue.

The publication described J-Hope as a standout figure in the group, highlighting his "magnetic stage presence and captivating dance moves" that contributed to BTS' global success.

"Just as I drew inspiration from the artists I admired growing up, shaping my own music through their influence, I'd be honored if my work could inspire others and pass on that same positive energy - that would mean the world to me," J-Hope said in the cover story.

In April, he reportedly became the first South Korean male solo artist to hold a stadium concert in the United States, which formed part of his deb...