"SWIM" kicks off BTS's return after 4-year hiatus

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March 20, 2026
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K-pop group BTS released new single 'SWIM,' marking their return after a four-year hiatus.

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BTS released "SWIM," marking the K-pop group's first single following a four-year hiatus from recording together. The track signals the official comeback of one of the world's biggest bands, a development that carries significant commercial and cultural weight given their massive global fanbase. BTS has dominated the music industry for years, and their return is expected to generate substantial interest across streaming platforms and music charts worldwide.

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