The wait is finally over for ARMY. Global superstars BTS have officially unveiled the complete 14-song tracklist for their highly anticipated fifth studio album, ARIRANG, set to release on March 20. The reveal, which dropped via the group’s official social media channels, confirms the title track will be “SWIM” and details a star-studded lineup of producers and collaborators for their first full-length album in six years.
The ‘ARIRANG’ Tracklist: A Deeper Look
As detailed by Billboard, the 14-track album is a “deeply reflective body of work” that explores the members’ identity and roots, drawing inspiration from the traditional Korean folk song of the same name. The album promises a more mature sound, with the members having a hands-on approach in the creation of every song. RM is credited on nearly every track, with SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook also contributing significantly across the album, reflecting their individual journeys over the past few years.
| 1. Body to Body | 8. Merry Go Round |
| 2. Hooligan | 9. NORMAL |
| 3. Aliens | 10. Like Animals |
| 4. FYA | 11. they don’t know ’bout us |
| 5. 2.0 | 12. One More Night |
| 6. No. 29 | 13. Please |
| 7. SWIM (Title) | 14. Into the Sun |
‘SWIM’: An Anthem of Resilience
The lead single, “SWIM,” is described as an upbeat alternative pop song with a powerful message. According to a report from The Korea Herald, the track, with lyrics led by RM, is about persevering through life’s challenges—not by resisting, but by embracing the flow and navigating the waves with quiet determination. It’s a celebration of a love for life, delivered with the authenticity and depth fans have come to expect from the group.
A Star-Studded Production
The album boasts an impressive roster of world-renowned producers. As Rolling Stone UK notes, the credits include Grammy-winners like Diplo (who worked on five tracks, including “Body to Body” and “Into the Sun”), Ryan Tedder, and El Guincho, alongside other major names like Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, Mike WiLL Made-It, Flume, and JPEGMAFIA. Diplo himself has called it the “craziest album ever,” promising it will “shock the world.”
The Road Ahead: Comeback Show and World Tour
Following the album’s release on March 20, BTS will hold a special comeback show at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on March 21, which will be streamed live globally on Netflix. This kicks off a new era for the group, who will then embark on the largest world tour in K-pop history starting in April, with 82 shows planned across 34 cities in North America, Europe, South America, and Asia through March 2027.
References
- Billboard: BTS’ New Album ‘ARIRANG’: Everything We Know So Far
- Rolling Stone UK: BTS Unveil Track List for ‘Arirang’
- The Korea Herald: BTS unveils track list for new album with single ‘Swim’
- CNA Lifestyle: BTS unveils 14-song tracklist for upcoming album Arirang, with title track Swim
