Kanye West is expected to make a major return to the charts with Bully, but it may not be enough to unseat BTS from the top spot.
According to Hits Daily Double, early projections show BTS’s ARIRANG holding firm at No. 1 for a second consecutive week, with the album on track to bring in around 170,000 units. Much of that total is expected to come from traditional album sales, continuing the group’s dominant run following its blockbuster debut.
Meanwhile, West’s latest project, Bully, is projected to land at No. 2 with roughly 117,000 units in its opening week, marking the biggest debut of the current tracking period.
The release of Bully signals a high-profile return for West, who has remained a polarizing figure in recent years. The album has already generated significant buzz among fans, helping drive strong first-week numbers despite stiff competition at the top.
Still, BTS’s momentum appears difficult to slow. Following a historic debut week, ARIRANG continues to benefit from strong fan support and high sales totals, reinforcing the group’s consistent chart dominance.
The contrast between the two releases highlights different strengths: BTS’s sustained global fanbase powering continued sales, and West’s ability to command attention with a major debut.
With both projects performing at a high level, the current chart race shows the continued influence of both artists, one maintaining its peak, the other making a notable return just behind it.
