BTS Maintains Billboard Chart Presence with “Arirang” and “Swim”
BTS has secured a 20-week streak on the Billboard charts with its fifth studio album, “Arirang,” and lead single, “Swim.” According to data released Tuesday, “Arirang” holds the No. 14 spot on the Billboard 200, while “Swim” remains at No. 91 on the Billboard Hot 100. This milestone ties “Swim” with the 2021 hit “Butter” as the group’s longest-charting song on the Hot 100, based on reports from Yonhap.
Shifting Trends in K-Pop Billboard Performance
The current Billboard rankings highlight a diverse range of K-pop entries beyond established acts. The original soundtrack for the 2025 Netflix animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” ranked No. 33 on the Billboard 200. Meanwhile, the rookie group Cortis saw significant momentum, with their track “GreenGreen” climbing 75 positions to reach No. 39 on the same chart.
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The Hot 100 chart measures the popularity of individual songs, while the Billboard 200 tracks the performance of full albums. BTS currently maintains a presence on both, demonstrating sustained listener engagement across different formats.
Collaborations and New Entries on the Hot 100
Collaboration remains a dominant strategy for K-pop artists on the Hot 100. Jennie reached No. 8 with “Dracula,” a joint project with Australian act Tame Impala. Additionally, the track “Iconic by Mistake”—a multi-artist collaboration featuring Katseye, Le Sserafim, and Illit—secured the No. 88 spot.
Katseye continues to build its chart history with multiple entries. The group’s songs “Animal,” “Beautiful Chaos” (2025), and “SIS (Soft Is Strong)” (2024) appeared at No. 35, No. 123, and No. 168 respectively, according to the latest Billboard reporting.
Pro Tip:
Tracking the movement of tracks like “GreenGreen” can provide insight into how viral social media trends or film placements impact a group’s trajectory on major global charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long has BTS’s “Swim” been on the Billboard Hot 100?
As of this week, “Swim” has spent 20 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, matching the record previously held by the group’s 2021 hit “Butter.”
Which K-pop groups recently entered the Billboard 200?
Recent chart data shows the “KPop Demon Hunters” soundtrack at No. 33 and the rookie group Cortis at No. 39, alongside ongoing appearances by BTS and Katseye.
What factors influence a song’s rise on the Hot 100?
Chart performance is driven by a combination of streaming data, radio airplay, and sales. Collaborations, such as Jennie’s work with Tame Impala or the multi-group effort on “Iconic by Mistake,” often help artists reach broader international audiences.
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