- Tomorrow X Together’s No. 3 position on the Billboard 200 indicates a 67,000 pure sales figure.
- BTS currently holds at No. 4 with Arirang, even though it experienced a 21% drop, signalling a more controlled curve that is typical of legacy-tier acts.
- The simultaneous chart behavior of TXT and BTS maps two unique revenue arcs coexisting within K-pop’s current US market playbook.
In the high-stakes competition of the Billboard 200 rankings, K-pop has pivoted from a temporary guest to a permanent fixture of the chart. Notably, this week’s Billboard rankings offer a masterclass in market capture, led by K-pop, featuring a fresh entry by Tomorrow X Together (TXT) and a defensive hold by their elder labelmate, BTS.
TXT Billboard 200 latest album ranking
TXT’s new album chart debut comes with 7th Year: A Moment of Stillness in the Thorns. With this new creation, TXT’s new album chart position in the US is No. 3 on Billboard 200. The album has logged a total of 69,000 equivalent album units. Notably, of those units, 67,000 units were accounted for by pure sales and 2,000 by stream equivalent sales (SEA).
As noted by media outlet RGM (Ratings Game Music), the Tomorrow X Together Billboard 200 ranking depicts a rare "fan-first" engine that bolstered the group to its career’s eighth Top 10 entry. Although they currently trail after US mainstays Ella Langley and Morgan Wallen, the momentum of the group cannot be denied. According to Billboard Korea, domestically, the title track Stick With You has already garnered five music show honors, including wins at Show! Champion and Inkigayo ON THE GO. The group is now shifting to a greater media blitz, including the May 1, 2026, release of a variety series called TXT’s Parenting Diary on Wavve.
What is TXT’s highest Billboard 200 position?
According to chart data, Tomorrow X Together’s (TXT) highest Billboard 200 ranking is No. 1, achieved by their EP The Name Chapter: Temptation in Feb 2023. In addition to their current chart-topping new album, 7TH YEAR: A Moment of Stillness in the Thorns, which debuted at No. 3 in April 2026, there are several other high-ranking entries from the group. The Billboard full-list for top-performing K-pop songs is given below:
- The Name Chapter: Temptation (EP)
Peak Position: 1
Weeks on Chart: 19
- The Star Chapter: Sanctuary (EP)
Peak Position: 2
Weeks on Chart: 4
- 7TH YEAR: A Moment of Stillness in the Thorns (April 2026)
Peak Position: 3 (Current debut)
- The Name Chapter: Freefall
Peak Position: 3
Weeks on Chart: 8
- minisode 3: TOMORROW
Peak Position: 3
Weeks on Chart: 7
- The Star Chapter: Together
Peak Position: 3
Weeks on Chart: 4
- Minisode 2: Thursday's Child (EP)
Peak Position: 4
Weeks on Chart: 14
- The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE
Peak Position: 5
Weeks on Chart: 13
- Minisode1: Blue Hour (EP)
Peak Position: 25
Weeks on Chart: 2
- Sweet
Peak Position: 54
Weeks on Chart: 1
- The Dream Chapter: STAR (EP)
Peak Position: 140
Weeks on Chart: 1
- Still Dreaming
Peak Position: 173
Weeks on Chart: 1
- Chaotic Wonderland (EP)
Peak Position: 177
Weeks on Chart: 1
BTS Billboard 200 ranking details
However, the industry observers remain fixated on the No. 4 slot, where BTS’ ARIRANG continues to elongate their chart run. Despite a 21% decline to 62,000 units this week, as reported by Billboard Korea, the decline is relatively a smaller issue in comparison to the album’s historic chart runs and peaks. According to Korea JoongAng Daily, BTS’ new album sold around 78,000 units (indicating a 31% drop) the week prior, while it was placed at No.3. This is BTS’ first full-group comeback in four years after their military hiatus, which arrived with a huge 641,000-unit opening, as reported by Billboard.
As Arirang enters its fifth consecutive week of success, it showcases that the album is now in a "stabilization phase." The album’s peak success was further defined when it held the No. 1 position for three consecutive weeks, marking a first for any K-pop act. For an album to maintain its position within the Top 5 even after its debut month in a streaming-dominated market depicts a rarity, which emphasizes that the group’s "return surge" is a systemic event rather than a usual routine release.
How many times has BTS topped the Billboard 200?
BTS’ rise to the Billboard 200 summit initiated from a series of previous milestones amalgamating into a sustained era of market dominance. As of April 2026, the group has earned seven No. 1 highs on this particular chart, with its historic chart run beginning in 2018 with the massive success of Love Yourself: Tear.
Love Yourself: Tear’s victory set off a shower of chart-topping releases from BTS like Love Yourself: Answer, Map of the Soul: Persona, Map of the Soul: 7, Be, and Proof, showcasing the group’s trans-continental demand. The cycle attained its latest zenith with the 2026 release of Arirang, which is not only their seventh No. 1 but also an important anchor of their position as the master builders of contemporary global pop, in today’s world.
Billboard 200: K-pop global chart success
Apart from BTS and TXT, there have been several K-pop groups that have been charting success on the Billboard 200. On April 12, 2026, Billboard released a full-list of K-pop albums that have topped the Billboard 200 chart. According to its data, Stray Kids leads with eight No. 1 titles, while BTS has seven peaks. Notably, ATEEZ has notched the summit twice, while single No. 1 entries have been recorded by K-pop groups like SuperM, BLACKPINK, Tomorrow X Together, NewJeans, and TWICE, amongst others. The full-list of the same is given below:
Chronological List of K-Pop Billboard 200 No. 1 Albums
- Love Yourself: Tear
Artist: BTS
Hit No. 1: June 2, 2018
Single: Fake Love
- Love Yourself: Answer
Artist: BTS
Hit No. 1: September 8, 2018
Single: Idol
- Map of the Soul: PERSONA
Artist: BTS
Hit No. 1: April 27, 2019
Singles: Boy with Luv, Make It Right
- SuperM: The First Mini Album EP
Artist: SuperM
Hit No. 1: October 19, 2019
Single: Jopping
- MAP OF THE SOUL: 7
Artist: BTS
Hit No. 1: March 7, 2020
Singles: Black Swan, On
- BE
Artist: BTS
Hit No. 1: Dec. 5, 2020
Single: Life Goes On
- Stray Kids Mini Album: Oddinary (EP)
Artist: Stray Kids
Hit No. 1: April 2, 2022
Single: Maniac
- Proof
Artist: BTS
Hit No. 1: June 25, 2022
Single: Yet to Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)
- Born Pink
Artist: BLACKPINK
Hit No. 1: Oct. 1, 2022
Singles: Pink Venom, Shut Down
- Maxident
Artist: Stray Kids
Hit No. 1: Oct. 22, 2022
Single: Case 143
- The Name Chapter: Temptation (EP)
Artist: TOMORROW X TOGETHER
Hit No. 1: Feb. 11, 2023
Single: Sugar Rush Ride
- 5-Star
Artist: Stray Kids
Hit No. 1: June 17, 2023
Single: S-Class
- 2nd EP ‘Get Up’
Artist: NewJeans
Hit No. 1: Aug. 5, 2023
Singles: Super Shy, Cool With You, ETA
- ROCK-STAR
Artist: Stray Kids
Hit No. 1: Nov. 25, 2023
Single: Lalalala
- THE WORLD EP. FIN:WILL
Artist: ATEEZ
Hit No. 1: Dec. 16, 2023
Single: Crazy Form
- With YOU-th (EP)
Artist: TWICE
Hit No. 1: March 9, 2024
Singles: I Got You, One Spark
- ATE (EP)
Artist: Stray Kids
Hit No. 1: Aug. 3, 2024
Single: Chk Chk Boom
- Golden Hour: Part.2 (EP)
Artist: ATEEZ
Hit No. 1: Nov. 30, 2024
Single: Ice on My Teeth
- Hop
Artist: Stray Kids
Hit No. 1: Dec. 28, 2024
Single: Walkin on Water
- KARMA
Artist: Stray Kids
Hit No. 1: Sept. 6, 2025
Single: Ceremony
- KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack
Artist: Various Artists
Hit No. 1: Sept. 20, 2025
Singles: Takedown (Twice version), Golden and How It’s Done (HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMI)
- DO IT
Artist: Stray Kids
Hit No. 1: Dec. 6, 2025
Singles: Do It, Divine
- Arirang
Artist: BTS
Hit No. 1: April 4, 2026
Single: Swim
TXT vs BTS Billboard chart comparison
The battle for the charts will now be moving towards the stadium circuit. On April 25, BTS launched their North American leg of the Arirang world tour at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium. The North American tour leg will contain 31 shows encompassing 12 cities, including Las Vegas, Chicago, and Mexico City.
On the other hand, TXT had recently concluded a pan-Asia tour (as a part of its Act: Tomorrow world tour) across cities like Hong Kong, Singapore, Taipei, Osaka, and Kuala Lumpur, which ran from January to February of 2026. Notably, the trailer of 7th Year: A Moment of Stillness in the Thorns was unveiled on March 1, 2026, at the 2026 TXT MOA CON, an event which took place just after its world tour.
Although TXT's chart performance related to its latest album has already made a mark, their live show itinerary remains blank as of now. It is not disclosed yet if the group is going to have a 7th Year: A Moment of Stillness in the Thorns tour any time soon, therefore, any details regarding upcoming dates remain a mystery. This is probably due to the fact that the group recently concluded a live show run, with BTS, HYBE’s flagship group, also touring, attracting most of the global attention at the moment. Owing to such factors, the current time period may not be a profitable window for TXT’s tour revenue.
However, there is a major takeaway for the industry with a clear message: TXT has conquered the art of making a high-impact debut. Meanwhile, BTS is showcasing a power that is even more remarkable. It depicts a long-tail hold through the popularity of its creations. In today’s fast-paced pop market, which is mostly defined by quick burns, K-pop is currently providing it with enduring heat and light.
