BTS have added yet another achievement in Japan as the group gears up for their highly anticipated full-group comeback.
According to the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) on November 27, BTS’s track “The Truth Untold (Feat. Steve Aoki)” from their third full-length album LOVE YOURSELF 轉 ‘Tear’ has surpassed 50 million streams as of October, earning a Gold certification in the streaming category.
This brings BTS’s total to 47 RIAJ Gold certifications, the most among all K-pop artists, further extending their record.
RIAJ Streaming Certifications
RIAJ awards certifications based on cumulative streaming counts:
- Gold: 50 million
- Platinum: 100 million
- Diamond: 500 million
BTS remains the first and only K-pop act to hold Diamond streaming certifications in Japan with their mega-hits “Dynamite” and “Butter.”
“Dynamite,” in particular, became the fastest song in RIAJ history to reach 500 million streams.
‘The Truth Untold’ Gains Renewed Attention
“The Truth Untold” is a pop-ballad unit song performed by Jin, Jimin, V, and Jungkook, known for its emotional vocal blend and restrained, elegant arrangement.
The track recently returned to the spotlight during Jin’s encore fan concert, where he performed the song live while playing the piano, drawing overwhelming reactions from fans.
BTS Prepare for Spring Comeback and World Tour
BTS are preparing for a new album and a major world tour slated for next spring.
Through Weverse, members have been sharing updates and posting photos of their full-group studio sessions, raising global anticipation for their long-awaited return.
BTS continue to dominate streaming records and maintain overwhelming popularity across Japan as excitement for their comeback grows.