The title track ‘SWIM’ from their fifth studio album ‘ARIRANG’ has all tracks charted.
The current world tour is the largest in terms of concert dates for a Korean artist.
[Reporter Choi Hana] BTS has achieved an incredible milestone by topping the Billboard Global Charts for four consecutive weeks.
According to the latest Billboard chart announced on April 21, the title track ‘SWIM’ from BTS's fifth studio album ‘ARIRANG’ has secured the number one spot in both the ‘Global 200’ and ‘Global (excluding U.S.)’ charts. Notably, all 13 tracks from the album are within the ‘Global 200’ rankings, and all have landed within the top 50 of the ‘Global (excluding U.S.)’ chart.
The album ‘ARIRANG’ made a significant impact by debuting at number three on the ‘Billboard 200’. The title track ‘SWIM’ achieved the tenth position on the ‘Hot 100’, while the tracks ‘Body to Body’, ‘2.0’, and ‘Hooligan’ stood at 69th, 88th, and 90th positions respectively, maintaining their presence on the charts for a month. Additionally, the album has earned the number one spot in the digital song sales for four weeks in a row, showcasing consistent success across various categories.
Their world tour is also progressing smoothly. BTS recently kicked off the ‘BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’’ at Goyang Sports Complex on April 9, with a total of 85 shows scheduled, marking the largest number of concert dates for a Korean artist. So far, they have drawn over 240,000 fans in Goyang and Tokyo, with upcoming performances set for Tampa, U.S. from April 25 to 28.
BTS's recent achievement is yet another testament to their musical depth. ‘SWIM’ stands out with its unique melody and emotional lyrics, resonating deeply with fans worldwide. Particularly, maintaining the number one position on global charts for four weeks highlights the group's international popularity and musical influence.
The album ‘ARIRANG’ also reflects BTS's evolution as artists. By exploring diverse genres and messages, this album offers a fresh experience for their fans and showcases their growth as musicians. The consistent top performances across charts underline the solid foundation of their dedicated fanbase.
The passion of their fandom further drives BTS's success. The ARMY has been actively engaging through various activities synchronized with this comeback, demonstrating enthusiasm on social media platforms. This support plays a crucial role in empowering BTS's influence in the global market.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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