BTS singer RM has made a return to the Billboard charts with his latest single “Come Back to Me” debuting at No. 3 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100. The chart serves as an extension of the main Hot 100 ranking and focuses on songs that have yet to perform well enough to make it onto the main list. While the song came close to reaching the Hot 100, it just fell short by a few spaces.
If “Come Back to Me” had managed to break into the Hot 100, RM would have advanced in the ranking of the most successful South Korean solo artists in the chart’s history. Currently, he has only one solo hit on the list, putting him on the same level as other artists such as Jin from BTS, Jennie and Rosé from Blackpink, Youjeen, and Taeyang. Jung Kook from BTS holds the record for the most placements on the Hot 100 among soloists from South Korea, followed by Psy, and then four members of BTS: J-Hope, Jimin, Suga, and V.
In addition to the Bubbling Under Hot 100, “Come Back to Me” also debuted at No. 3 on the Digital Song Sales ranking with just under 15,000 pure purchases. While the song was one of the top-selling tracks in the nation, it narrowly missed out on securing a spot on the Hot 100. If the song had performed better in terms of streams or radio airplay, it could have potentially doubled RM’s total number of wins on the chart.
RM’s success on the Billboard charts continues to add to his impressive resume as a solo artist, with fans eagerly anticipating his future releases and potential chart-topping hits. As one of the leading figures in the K-pop world, RM’s impact on the music industry is undeniable, and his latest single “Come Back to Me” showcases his talent as both a singer and songwriter. With his ongoing success, RM is poised to solidify his position as one of the most prominent South Korean artists on the global music stage.
Despite just missing out on a spot on the Hot 100 with “Come Back to Me,” RM’s strong showing on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 and Digital Song Sales chart highlights the continued popularity and influence of his music among fans worldwide. As RM and his fellow BTS members continue to make waves in the music industry, their chart successes serve as a testament to their talent and the dedicated support of their loyal fanbase. With the release of “Come Back to Me,” RM has once again proven himself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of music, further solidifying his status as a rising star in the industry.