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BTS's 'Come Over' hits No. 1 on iTunes in 79 countries amid album's global chart dominance
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BTS's 'Come Over' hits No. 1 on iTunes in 79 countries amid album's global chart dominance

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • BTS's new song 'Come Over' topped iTunes 'Top Song' charts in 79 countries/regions shortly after its release.
  • The track, previously included in the deluxe vinyl of their 5th album 'ARIRANG,' was officially released as a single during the '2026 BTS Festa' celebration.
  • BTS's album 'ARIRANG' continues its global success, topping Spotify's 'Weekly Top Album Global' for two consecutive weeks and charting on major international music platforms.

Global music phenomenon BTS has once again demonstrated its immense international reach with the charting success of their latest single, 'Come Over.' The track surged to the number one spot on iTunes' 'Top Song' charts in a remarkable 79 countries and regions, including major markets like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan, as of June 13.

'Come Over' holds a special significance for fans, having been initially included in the deluxe vinyl edition of BTS's fifth album, 'ARIRANG,' released on April 3. Its official digital release coincided with the '2026 BTS Festa,' an annual celebration marking the group's debut anniversary, adding an extra layer of meaning for their dedicated fanbase. The song, produced with contributions from members Suga, RM, and J-Hope, narrates the journey of finding one's way back to a loved one despite feeling lost.

Meanwhile, the album 'ARIRANG' continues its dominant performance on global streaming platforms. It has secured the top position on Spotify's 'Weekly Top Album Global' chart for two consecutive weeks, marking its ninth overall week at No. 1. This achievement further solidifies BTS's record for the most No. 1 albums globally this year. The album's title track, 'Swim,' remains a strong performer, holding the fourth position on the 'Weekly Top Song Global' chart and consistently ranking high on daily charts for over 80 days.

Beyond streaming, 'ARIRANG' is also making waves on traditional music charts worldwide. It landed at number 37 on the UK Official Charts' 'Official Albums Top 100' and charted respectably on various sub-charts. The album also achieved significant success in Germany, entering the 'Top 100 Albums' chart at number 8 for its 12th consecutive week in the top tier, and charted in Australia on the ARIA charts. BTS is currently celebrating their 13th anniversary with concerts in Busan, further amplifying the global excitement surrounding their music.

The song narrates the heart's journey to find 'you' without fail, even when feeling lost.

โ€” Big Hit Music (HYBE)Describing the lyrical theme of the song 'Come Over'.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.