BTS Reveal Tracklist For New Album 'ARIRANG'

Rosa Gulliver
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Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | March 3, 2026

BTS Reveal Tracklist For New Album 'ARIRANG'

'ARIRANG' is poised to be the landmark album of its time

BTS unveiled the tracklist for their fifth full-length album ARIRANG, set for release on March 20.

Drawing from “Arirang,” a traditional Korean folk song, BTS’ ARIRANG symbolically reflects the group’s roots and sentiments felt by the band in 2026. The album stands as a powerful culmination of BTS’ journey so far, channelling their experiences and thoughts into 14 tracks that reveal BTS exactly as they are today.

The album opens with “Body to Body,” followed by “Hooligan,” “Aliens,” “FYA,” and “2.0.” At its core lies the interlude track, “No. 29,” followed by the lead single “SWIM,” which leads into “Merry Go Round,” “NORMAL,” “Like Animals,” “they don’t know ’bout us,” “One More Night,” “Please” before closing with the anthemic “Into the Sun.”

With the members steering the creative direction and anchoring each song in raw emotion, their hands-on approach ensured that their personal touch remains evident in every track. RM is credited on every track excluding the interlude, while SUGA and J-Hope contributed to multiple tracks, including “Body to Body,” “Merry Go Round,” and “NORMAL.” Jimin participated in “they don’t know ’bout us” and “Into the Sun,” while V contributed to “2.0” and “Into the Sun.” Jung Kook also played a key role in the creation of four tracks, including “Hooligan.”

The lead single, “SWIM,” is centred on one’s resolve to keep moving forward despite the turbulent waves of life. Rather than resisting the current, the song frames the choice to move ahead at one’s own pace as an expression of love for life itself. With RM leading the songwriting, his lyrical depth lends further authenticity to the track.

The album features a star-studded line-up of world-renowned producers and songwriters, including, Mike WiLL Made-It, Flume, El Guincho, JPEGMAFIA, Diplo, Ryan Tedder and more.

As the most anticipated album of the year, ARIRANG is poised to become a timeless legacy across generations and cultures. ARIRANG will be available on streaming platforms worldwide on March 20 at midnight ET.

A 14-track body of work rooted in identity and universality

About BTS

BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene,” are a GRAMMY-nominated South Korean boyband that has been capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally since their debut in June 2013. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition for their authentic and self-produced music, top-notch performances, and their deep connection with fans, the band has established a legacy as 21st century pop icons breaking countless world records. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN ‘Speak Yourself’ speech, the band has mobilised millions of fans across the world (named ARMY), earned six No.1 Billboard Hot 100 singles since 2020, and performed multiple sold-out stadium shows across the world. They were also named TIME’s Entertainer of the Year 2020. BTS are 5-time GRAMMY nominees (63rd to 65th GRAMMY Awards) and have been recognised with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards (Artist of the Year 2021) and MTV Video Music Awards. The band will release their fifth Studio Album ARIRANG on March 20, 2026 with a massive world tour to follow, signalling a return set to be etched in pop culture history.