BTS and aespa Chart Again on Billboard: 'SWIM' Re-enters Hot 100
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- BTS's song 'SWIM' has re-entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart at number 41.
- The track, from their 5th full album 'Arirang', shows sustained popularity in its 11th week.
- Fellow girl group aespa also charted on the 'Bubbling Under Hot 100'.
Global music sensation BTS has seen its track 'SWIM' climb back up the Billboard Hot 100, securing the 41st position on the latest chart dated June 13. The song, the title track from their fifth full-length album 'Arirang', demonstrates remarkable staying power, marking its 11th week on the chart with continued popular appeal.
'SWIM' initially debuted at number 55 on the chart dated May 30. It then rose to 44th place the following week before its latest jump to 41. This resurgence highlights the song's enduring popularity, driven by its widespread appeal.
Previously, BTS made history by achieving simultaneous number one positions on both the Billboard 200 album chart and the Hot 100 singles chart with 'Arirang' and 'SWIM'. The album 'Arirang' itself continues to perform well, remaining in the top tier of the Billboard 200 for 11 consecutive weeks, currently at number 11.
In related news, rising girl group aespa also made a notable appearance on the Billboard charts. Their song 'Lemonade', the title track from their second full album 'Lemonade', ranked seventh on the 'Bubbling Under Hot 100' chart.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.