BTS comeback sparks global buzz as fans push 'Run BTS' back up the charts

BTS comeback sparks global buzz as fans push 'Run BTS' back up the charts

Ahead of their much-anticipated group comeback this March, BTS are already making waves globally, driven not by new material, but by a renewed surge of fan interest in an older track. The song "Run BTS," first released on the group’s 2022 anthology album "Proof," returned to No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart in 61 countries, including Brazil, Finland, Mexico and Greece, as of the morning of Jan. 2 local time. Fans around the world, collectively known as ARMY, launched a coordinated streaming drive to celebrate the start of 2026 and the group’s upcoming return, turning a nostalgic fandom gesture into a fresh chart milestone. Fans say the song’s message — a vow to keep running forward together — resonates especially strongly as all seven members prepare to resume full-group activities. The track is widely regarded among ARMY as one of the clearest expressions of BTS’ teamwork and identity, and its renewed success reflects a shared anticipation for the group’s new album, scheduled for release on March 20. International media outlets are also paying close attention. The New

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