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K-pop sensation BTS’ newly released album titled, “Arirang,” topped the United Kingdom’s Official Albums Chart and its main track “Swim” debuted at number two on the Official Singles Chart.
According to the Official Charts on Friday, “Arirang” debuted atop the Albums Chart Top 100 following its release on March 20.
“Arirang” is BTS’ third album to peak at number one on the U.K. chart after 2019’s “Map of the Soul: Persona” and “Map of the Soul: 7” released in 2020.
The alternative pop lead single, “Swim,” debuted at the seven-member group’s personal best of number two on the Singles Chart Top 100, trailing behind Sam Fender and Olivia Dean’s “Rein Me In.”
“Swim” is BTS’ fifth Top 10 hit after songs like “Dynamite” and “Butter,” both of which peaked at number three.