ARIRANG Track Guide
Liner notes for every track — producers, writers, and the stories you didn't know. 14 tracks, 14 stories.
Body to Body
3:28 · R&B / Pop
Did you know?
Body to Body was the first song fully completed for ARIRANG — RM described it as 'the moment we knew the album's direction.'
Hooligan
3:15 · Punk Pop / Rock
Did you know?
The rap line wrote their verses in one session — j-hope said they were 'channeling their pre-debut trainee energy.'
Aliens
3:42 · Synth Pop / Alternative
Did you know?
V came up with the core concept after watching a documentary about space — he pitched 'what if we're the aliens?' to the group.
FYA
3:05 · Hip-Hop / Trap
Did you know?
FYA stands for 'For Your Amusement' — it was designed specifically as a concert opener with crowd participation in mind.
2.0
4:01 · Alternative R&B
Did you know?
The '2.0' title references both a personal software update and BTS's return after military service — their 'second version.'
No. 29
4:22 · Ballad / Indie Pop
Did you know?
Each member recorded individual voice memos reflecting on their 20s, which were woven into the bridge section as whispered layers.
Swim
3:48 · Pop / Dance
Did you know?
The title track went through 17 demo versions. The final version uses a sample of ocean sounds recorded at Jeju Island by Jungkook.
Merry Go Round
3:33 · Dream Pop / Synth Pop
Did you know?
The instrumental features an actual music box sample that V found at a vintage shop in Tokyo during their Japan tour.
Normal
3:55 · Acoustic Pop
Did you know?
Jin suggested the concept — a song about the beauty of everyday life. RM said it was 'the hardest lyrics to write because simplicity is hard.'
Like Animals
3:18 · Dark Pop / R&B
Did you know?
The choreography for Like Animals was developed with a contemporary dance crew and features moves inspired by animal movements.
they don't know 'bout us
4:10 · Pop / Ballad
Did you know?
The only song on the album where all seven members contributed to the writing. It was written as a direct letter to ARMY.
One More Night
3:25 · Disco Pop / Funk
Did you know?
Originally a demo j-hope made during his solo album sessions — he brought it to the group saying 'this one needs all seven of us.'
Please
4:15 · Ballad
Did you know?
Jimin recorded his vocal take in a single session with the lights off. The raw emotion was so striking they kept the first take.
Into the Sun
4:45 · Anthem Pop / Orchestral
Did you know?
The album closer features a 30-piece string orchestra. The final 45 seconds are the members' unscripted laughter fading into silence.