With the excitement building for BTS’s full-group comeback in Spring 2026, January has turned into a perfect snapshot of the group’s staying power. While ARMY waits for the new album Arirang, fans are pushing older classics back up the charts—and keeping the members’ solo eras thriving across Spotify, Billboard, and Melon.
In this post, we break down the definitive 2026 January hits Korean BTS member list to see which tracks are dominating right now, what’s resurging, and why the momentum feels bigger than ever ahead of the comeback.
BTS Group Activities: The Kings Return
Even without a brand-new group single in January, BTS as a group is posting the kind of chart movement most acts only get with fresh releases.
“Run BTS” Resurgence (2022)
One of the biggest surprises of the month is the renewed success of “Run BTS.”
- Billboard World Digital Song Sales: No. 1 (week of Jan 10, 2026)
This spike is widely tied to renewed fan energy and replay culture as anticipation grows for the group’s return.
The Queen “Spring Day” Still Won’t Leave
If any song defines longevity, it’s “Spring Day.” January reaffirmed its legendary status:
- Melon 2025 Annual Chart: No. 77
- This marks its 9th consecutive year appearing on Melon’s year-end ranking—reported as a platform record for any song.
“Arirang” Hype (Upcoming)
While Arirang hasn’t dropped yet, the numbers around it are already headline-worthy:
- Release date: March 20, 2026 (confirmed)
- Pre-orders: reported to have exceeded 4 million by late January
That’s why January’s chart resurgences feel less like nostalgia—and more like a runway into a major era.
The Maknae Line: Jungkook, Jimin, and V Dominate Global Charts
The maknae line continues to lead January’s global conversation with tracks holding strong positions on major weekly charts, plus streaming milestones and seasonal re-entries.
Jungkook: Global Staying Power
Jungkook remains one of the most consistent chart performers this month thanks to two major titles.
“Seven” (feat. Latto)
- Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global: No. 77 (mid-January)
- Billboard Korea Hot 100: No. 98
- Melon 2025 Annual Chart: No. 60
This combination—global weekly presence + Korea charting + year-end domestic strength—shows why “Seven” is still the backbone of his solo momentum.
“Standing Next to You”
- Billboard Global K-Songs: No. 50
Even months after release, it continues to perform as a steady global catalog hit.
Jimin: Chart Re-Entry + Major Streaming Milestone
Jimin’s January story is a mix of current-era chart traction and an older fan-favorite reaching a major benchmark.
“Who” (from MUSE)
- Billboard Global 200: re-entered at No. 188
- Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global: No. 32 (early January)
That Spotify ranking especially signals strong international replay power this month.
“Filter” milestone
- Surpassed 500 million streams on Spotify (early January)
This milestone reinforces how Jimin’s catalog continues to grow even outside active promotion windows.
V (Taehyung): Seasonal Strength + Certification Wins
V’s January is shaped by seasonal listening behavior and meaningful achievements across markets.
“Winter Ahead” (with Park Hyo Shin)
- Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global: No. 102 (early January)
A winter duet landing on global weekly charts speaks to how well this track fit the season—and how broad V’s listener base remains.
“Christmas Tree” holiday re-entry
- Billboard Hot 100: re-entered at No. 79 earlier in January
Seasonal streaming continues to revive this track at the right time of year.
“Love Me Again” certification
- Gold in Canada (reported late January)
Certifications are long-tail indicators, and this one shows continued consumption beyond initial release hype.
The Hyung Line: Jin, RM, J-Hope, and Suga
The hyung line’s January performance is defined by stability, viral moments, features, and catalog strength—exactly the type of momentum that supports a group comeback cycle.
Jin: “Echo” Era Results
Jin’s second solo album Echo is making a real impact through its title track:
“Don’t Say You Love Me”
- Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global: No. 38
- Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.): No. 126
A Top 40 placement on Spotify’s global weekly list highlights strong worldwide interest and consistent replay.
RM: Viral Moment → Chart Bounce
RM’s catalog saw a clear resurgence tied to a viral fan moment.
“Nuts”
- Billboard World Digital Song Sales: re-entered at No. 2 (late Dec / early Jan)
The push was sparked by fans reacting to RM mentioning he got his driver’s license during a livestream—one of those classic BTS-adjacent viral triggers that turns into measurable chart movement.
J-Hope: Feature Power
J-Hope’s January presence is driven by a high-profile feature:
“Spaghetti” (LE SSERAFIM feat. J-Hope)
- Reported at 1.2 million+ streams on Spotify charts in January
Features like this keep his voice in active rotation and connect BTS’s ecosystem with newer-gen audiences.
Suga: Catalog Resurgence (No Single January Hit)
Suga doesn’t have a specific new January chart hit listed this month, but his work is still benefiting from the broader BTS catalog surge—streaming accumulation that tends to rise when group comeback anticipation peaks.
Summary Table: Top BTS Tracks (Jan 2026)
Search engines (and readers) love quick comparisons—here’s a clean view of the biggest January results.
| Artist | Song | January 2026 Chart Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| BTS | Run BTS | No. 1 — Billboard World Digital Song Sales (week of Jan 10, 2026) |
| BTS | Spring Day | No. 77 — Melon 2025 Annual Chart (9th consecutive year) |
| Jungkook | Seven (feat. Latto) | No. 77 — Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global; No. 98 — Billboard Korea Hot 100; No. 60 — Melon 2025 Annual Chart |
| Jungkook | Standing Next to You | No. 50 — Billboard Global K-Songs |
| Jimin | Who | No. 188 — Billboard Global 200 (re-entry); No. 32 — Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global |
| Jimin | Filter | 500M+ streams — Spotify (milestone reached early Jan) |
| Jin | Don’t Say You Love Me | No. 38 — Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global; No. 126 — Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.) |
| V | Winter Ahead (with Park Hyo Shin) | No. 102 — Spotify Weekly Top Songs Global |
| V | Christmas Tree | No. 79 — Billboard Hot 100 (seasonal re-entry) |
| V | Love Me Again | Gold certification — Canada (reported late Jan) |
| RM | Nuts | No. 2 — Billboard World Digital Song Sales (re-entry late Dec/early Jan) |
| J-Hope | Spaghetti (LE SSERAFIM feat. J-Hope) | 1.2M+ streams — Spotify charts in January |
Conclusion
The 2026 January hits Korean BTS member list proves one thing clearly: BTS doesn’t need a new group single to dominate attention. Between “Run BTS” climbing back to No. 1, “Spring Day” extending its historic Melon reign, and multiple members holding strong weekly global positions, January looks like the warm-up lap for something massive.
With Arirang officially set for March 20, 2026—and reported pre-orders already crossing 4 million—the chart movement right now feels like momentum, not nostalgia.
Which song from the list are you streaming the most? Let us know in the comments—and get ready for Arirang this March.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is the full BTS comeback in 2026?
BTS’s full-group comeback is confirmed for March 20, 2026, with the album Arirang.
What is the most streamed BTS solo song in January 2026?
Based on the January chart signals provided, Jungkook’s “Seven” and Jimin’s “Who” are leading in global visibility—appearing strongly on Spotify Global and re-entering/holding positions on Billboard charts.
