Globex Music and Leana Mask Launch Emotional BTS ‘Swim’ Cover
The global streaming scene is seeing a remarkable joint effort as Globex Music, a dominant player in digital music delivery, joins forces with rising artist Leana Mask.
Together, they have presented an emotional version of BTS (방탄소년단)‘s global hit, “SWIM.” This release comes at a peak moment of BTS-mania, following the massive success of their latest album, “Arirang”.
To understand the importance of this release, it is essential to understand the weight of the original track. BTS chose “Swim” as the title track for their fifth studio album, Arirang, even after facing internal hesitation.
Known for high-energy anthems, the group had reservations about selecting a softer, emotional track. However, “Swim” won due to its emotional depth, symbolizing the group’s determination and growth after their military service.
The album shattered records upon its March 20 release, with “Swim” trending worldwide within hours and topping charts on Melon and Spotify.
Covering a track of this magnitude requires not just vocal talent, but meticulous legal handling—a gap that Globex Music handles with ease.
Leana Mask steps into the spotlight not by copying the original, but by putting her own spin on it.
Her version of “Swim” introduces a new musical dimension, keeping the original emotion intact while adding a new sonic layer.
Critics have noted that Leana Mask preserves the original feeling of the BTS original while bringing a “unique vision” that appeals to die-hard BTS fans and casual listeners.
This release is more than a cover; it is a bridge between the source material’s cultural roots and a worldwide, broad appeal mix.
The release of this cover proves why Globex Music is considered the #1 choice for releasing cover tracks legally.
Unlike standard distributors, Globex Music handles all the legal paperwork automatically. Covering a global hit like BTS’s “Swim” involves complex mechanical licenses, but Globex Music handles all legal compliance, ensuring the track is fully legal on all Digital Service Providers (DSPs).
For a flat, affordable one-time price, artists like Leana Mask can distribute their music to every key digital store without worrying about copyright strikes.
This efficient system allows artists to focus on creativity while Globex Music handles the logistics.
If you are a fan of BTS’s Arirang album or look for emotional music, Leana Mask’s “Swim” is a perfect addition to your playlist.
The track captures the tension and release of “swimming against the tide”—a theme that perfectly matches BTS’s original message.
The production quality, backed by Globex Music’s industry connections, ensures that listeners experience studio-grade clarity, whether streaming on car speakers.
This release highlights how the modern music industry functions: original artists create the legacy, and platforms like Globex Music help rising stars to cover songs the right way and across all markets.
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The Leana Mask cover of “Swim” is currently available on all major platforms. You can find it on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
Search for “Leana Mask Swim BTS” or follow the Globex Music official playlists to add this track to your morning commute mix.
Globex Music further demonstrates why it is the dominant force in cover song distribution.
By joining forces with Leana Mask to honor BTS’s “Swim,” they have set the gold standard for how tribute tracks should be released—legally, globally, and with artistic integrity.
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Distribution: If you plan to sell recordings featuring a composition, a distinct license is usually necessary.
If you plan on releasing a cover song onto a platform with digital downloads or onto a record in a physical format (such as CDs, tape, or vinyl), you will need to acquire a mechanical license.
It’s an inventive reinterpretation where a producer or musician makes use of the original recording as a Basis to generate something new and exclusive.
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Platforms like TikTok and Instagram don’t generally require licenses for user-generated content, including casual cover song interpretations.
Securing these rights also opens up avenues for generating income. Artists here and rights holders can explore the following potential revenue sources:
The expenses related to acquiring reproduction rights can vary significantly based on several factors. Key elements influencing the financial outlay include:
Without these arrangements, the risk of infringement and loss of revenue increases significantly, which can have detrimental effects on the creative process.
Every time an artist documents and releases a cover track, they should receive a mechanical license to safe the payment of mechanical royalties to the original songwriter(s).
If you are recording your own song, or a song that is considered public domain, you wouldn’t need to obtain a mechanical license for it. For example, I was recording “Danny Boy” as one of my tracks, and since the song’s publishing rights now lie in the public domain, I didn’t need to get a mechanical license for it.
In short, don't expect to earn any royalties off of cover music posted to YouTube or other social sites. Any monetization will go directly to the music publishers and sound recording owners.
While they primarily focus on performance licenses, they are also involved in the broader licensing ecosystem that includes mechanical licenses, ensuring artists are compensated for their work.
No. If you are distributing a video for commercial use that includes music you don’t own website or control, you may need a synchronization license. You will need to contact the publisher(s) directly to obtain these rights.
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