On the 20th, alongside the release of their new album ARIRANG, BTS held a live broadcast titled “STUDIO NOTES I ‘ARIRANG’” on the fan platform Weverse to share insights about the album directly with fans. The group emphasized that this album is not merely a new release, but the result of a process of self-reflection and searching for answers about their identity. The members explained that they went through numerous discussions and careful consideration before deciding to make “Arirang”—a term both familiar and symbolic—the central theme.

V explained, "The word 'Arirang' itself is very кσяєαn, but its meaning is also lovely and deep, so there was a lot for us to express." RM also highlighted that “Arirang” can be interpreted in many different ways, adding, “It is a word that can capture the diverse emotions we want to convey.” Finally, j-hope concluded, "An essential album containing our true colors has been created."

Meanwhile, the members also mentioned the event “BTS Comeback Live: Arirang”, scheduled to take place at 8 p.m. on the 21st at Gwanghwamun Square: “Tomorrow is finally here. This will be our first full-group stage in four years.” SUGA shared, "Whether you are attending in person or watching from home, please stay safe and join us from wherever you are." Jin added, "We have prepared intensely since you’ve waited so long; I hope our efforts reach you well."

The conversation was lively and profound, lasting over an hour, but that didn’t stop fans from focusing on small details. On this day, global fans erupted with excitement upon seeing, for the first time, RM’s new tattoo fully revealed on his wrist.

Specifically, during a moment in the conversation when RM used body language to further express his thoughts, fans noticed a fresh ink mark on his exposed wrist. Upon closer inspection, the new tattoo was identified as a bαѕѕ clef—a symbol often reflecting a deep pαѕѕion for music, rhythm, and harmony.

Fans were extremely excited about this symbol, praising it as a perfect tattoo for him. In music, the bαѕѕ often holds the rhythm and connects layers of sound. RM is the same: he connects the members and maintains balance within the group. Compared to the treble clef (bright, high, and prominent), the bαѕѕ clef carries a deeper, calmer, and somewhat introspective feeling—very much in line with RM’s thinking style, lyricism, and self-expression.

Meanwhile, RM’s additional wrist tattoo—besides the friendship tattoo—had already been partially noticed by fans about a month earlier through several photos he shared on Instagram. In one photo, RM was lifting weights while wearing a sleeveless shirt, and sharp-eyed fans spotted a faint ink mark on his wrist. In another, he stood in front of a mirror with his arm raised toward the ceiling, where the mark appeared even clearer.

At the time, fans sparked a wave of speculation: “DID NAMJOON GET A WRIST TATTOO??”, “WAIT OMG???”, “WHAT IS THAT????” — and now they finally have the answer! After Jungkook, Jimin, and j-hope, RM has now joined the group of members with more than one tattoo, making him even more captivating in the eyes of fans.

ARMY’s excitement was unstoppable, exclaiming:

- My little poet. That’s literally the most perfect tattoo for him. IM CRYING

- Ahhh, a bαѕѕ clef.. that makes me emotional.. this guy. Beautiful tattoo totally matches him

- Now I'M crying as well with my bare bone music theory. 

- Soмєтнing beautiful about witnessing their growth and change over the years. from not being sure about tattoos at all to having first ever tattoo a 7

- Oh my god namjoon’s wrist tattoo??? I’m not okay

- Namjoon really said music is my soul and put it on his skin. It even perfectly matches his entire personality

- The way the bαѕѕ clef represents him perfectly i can’t handle this

- This is the hottest and most meaningful tattoo ever i’m crying

- He connects the group like bαѕѕ connects music... our leader, pls get well soon too