BigHit Music has officially shared the complete track list for BTS’ upcoming fifth studio album, Arirang, marking the group’s first full-length project together in nearly four years. The announcement was made via Weverse, sending fans into a frenzy online.
Arirang is scheduled for release on March 20 at 1 pm KST 9.30 am IST and will feature 14 tracks. The lead single titled SWIM headlines the album, which also includes Body to Body Hooligan Aliens FYA 2.0 No. 29 Interlude Merry Go Round NORMAL Like Animals They don’t know ’bout us One More Night Please and Into the Sun.
The album follows the group’s 2022 anthology record Proof and arrives after the members completed South Korea’s mandatory military service during their hiatus. Though each member explored solo music ventures during that period, the group confirmed their reunion during a livestream on July 1 2025 and promised a fresh chapter together.
Fans across social media platform X quickly reacted to the track list reveal. Many described the album titles as signaling growth bold experimentation and a new era for the band. Supporters highlighted the mix of high-energy tracks like Body to Body and Hooligan alongside reflective titles such as One More Night and Into the Sun suggesting a balance between powerful anthems and emotional storytelling.
Arirang also boasts an impressive production lineup including Diplo Ryan Tedder Kevin Parker and longtime collaborator Pdogg. In addition to the album release two behind-the-scenes specials are set to premiere on Netflix the same week offering fans exclusive insight into the making of the project.
Speaking about the album during their reunion broadcast the members shared that Arirang reflects each individual’s perspective while maintaining the collective spirit that defined their early years. Alongside the album drop the group has confirmed plans for a global tour bringing their post-service era directly to fans worldwide.
The seven-member act consisting of RM Jin Suga J Hope Jimin V and Jungkook now enters what many fans are calling a bold new phase in their career with Arirang poised to become one of the most anticipated K pop releases of the year.
