"Everybody know now where the ‘K’ is," RM raps with his trademark aggression in Aliens, an introspective banger from BTS's chart-topping studio album, Arirang. Now, the biggest band in the world is reuniting with a fifth studio album, a massive global tour, and a definitive answer to whether they’re stronger alone or together. BTS's triumphant comeback in 2026, after all seven members completed their military service, has been scrutinised from every nook and cranny. It was this very fandom that stirred discourse over the Grammys' rather questionable inclusion of a new Best Asian Pop category, which specifically celebrates K-pop, J-pop and C-pop, back in June. Arirang is arguably BTS's most successful studio album with plenty of merit to be considered for the Big 3 — Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Record of the Year.