"'Arirang' is already the most-streamed K-pop album in Spotify's history, as well as the most-streamed album in a single day of 2026."
"'Swim' mirrors life itself. I hope it resonates with many people as they move through each day, taking each moment as it comes, splashing along, and continuing to swim forward."
"'Just like the folk song 'Arirang,' which has been passed from mouth to mouth and stayed with people through generations, I hope 'SWIM' will remain close to people's hearts for a long time to come.'"
BTS's new album 'Arirang' has shattered records, becoming the most-streamed K-pop album on Spotify and achieving 110 million streams on its first day. The album features the lead single 'Swim,' which reflects on life's journey. The band aims to highlight their Korean identity through the album, named after a traditional folk song. They express hope that 'Swim' will resonate with listeners and remain significant over time, similar to the enduring legacy of 'Arirang.'
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