As anticipation builds for BTS’s return with their first full group album in years, questions about whether the band plans to chase Grammy glory once again have resurfaced. In a recent conversation with GQ, leader RM offered a candid take on the group’s evolving relationship with the Grammy Awards. While BTS may consider submitting their upcoming album Arirang for consideration, RM made it clear that the group is no longer driven by desperation for the trophy.

BTS members refect on submitting ARIRANG to Grammys

Reflecting on the increasing global recognition of Korean artists, RM applauded fellow K pop acts who have recently received Grammy nods. “I want to send big applause for them,” he said, acknowledging the progress K pop has made on international platforms. However, he emphasized that BTS does not want to appear overly eager for validation. “Maybe we’ll submit our album to the Grammys again, but I don’t know. We don’t want to be desperately eager for it. We don’t want to say anymore like, ‘Ah, man, we want the Grammys,’” he shared honestly.