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BTS Dominates ‘Show! Music Core’ with 8th Win for "SWIM"
8 hours ago•Rich Park
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On the April 4 broadcast of MBC’s ‘Show! Music Core’, BTS secured their eighth trophy for "SWIM," achieving a landslide victory without appearing on the program. The group beat contenders IVE and Hearts2Hearts to maintain their winning streak.
Summary
| Event | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date | April 4, 2026 |
| Broadcast | MBC 'Show! Music Core' |
Key Facts
- BTS took first place with "SWIM" without a live appearance, earning 9,494 points.
- Hearts2Hearts placed second with "RUDE!", earning 5,125 points.
- IVE ranked third with "BANGBANG," receiving 4,423 points.
- The episode featured performances by Irene, Kino, Kang Min, Yuna (ITZY), Kep1er, Na Tae-joo, ALL(H)OURS, and ODD YOUTH.
Key Terms
- Show! Music Core: A weekly MBC music program featuring live performances and chart rankings.
- "SWIM": The BTS title track which has now accumulated eight music show wins.
- Hearts2Hearts: The group nominated for first place with the track "RUDE!".
Key Quote
"BTS took first place with 'SWIM', receiving a total score of 9,494 without a broadcast appearance." — Nate News Report
Next
- Potential continued dominance of "SWIM" on upcoming music shows.
- Future performances from the featured lineup, including Irene, Kino, and Yuna.