BTS, one of the most famous K-pop boy bands, has finally revealed what fans can expect from their highly anticipated comeback album: Arirang.
The album marks the group’s first full-length group project since 2020 and comes after a hiatus that began in 2022 when all seven members of the group completed South Korea’s mandatory military service.
Revealing their track list will be the album’s title track Swimming, while In the sun is the last song of the album.
BTS members RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook all played their part in the creation of the project, with RM contributing to every song except the interlude.
The album also features production from big names like Mike WiLL Made-It, Flume, Diplo, El Guincho, JPEGMAFIA and Ryan Tedder.
The title Arirang refers to a traditional Korean folk song that is widely regarded as a cultural symbol. BTS previously said the album explores universal themes of longing and love, intended to be relatable to a global audience.
Following the album launch, BTS will return to the stage on March 21 for a major free concert in Seoul, where authorities expect up to 260,000 fans to gather in historic Gwanghwamun Square.
Police are preparing extensive security and crowd control measures, and several nearby cultural institutions, including Gyeongbokgung Palace and the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, will remain closed for the day.
The Seoul performance kicks off BTS’ global return, followed by an 82-show world tour spanning 34 cities in 23 countries from April 2026 to March 2027.
In addition, Netflix will also release a documentary titled BTS: The Return a week after the concert.
