BLACKPINK member Rosé continues to solidify her position as a global pop icon, achieving remarkable success with her debut studio album, Rosie, and lead single "APT." Both works have captured widespread acclaim and shattered records across major international music charts.
According to Billboard’s latest chart update (January 4), Rosie secured the 32nd position on the Billboard 200, maintaining a spot in the Top 40 for three consecutive weeks. Meanwhile, "APT." ranked 34th on the Billboard Hot 100, marking its 10th consecutive week in the upper tiers of the chart—a rare achievement for a K-pop artist, particularly during a season dominated by holiday music.
Rosé’s achievements extend beyond her chart placements. Her single "APT." previously peaked at 8th on the Billboard Hot 100, the highest ranking ever achieved by a female K-pop soloist. On the Billboard Global 200 chart, the track claimed the top position, further underscoring its global resonance.
Spotify, another key platform for gauging international success, saw Rosé set new milestones. She became the first Korean female solo artist to top Spotify’s U.S. daily chart and the Global Top Songs chart. Within just seven days of its release, "APT." surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify, highlighting its rapid ascent in listener appeal.
In the UK, Rosé achieved an unprecedented feat for a Korean solo artist by entering the Official Singles Chart Top 100 in 4th place. A week later, she climbed to the 2nd position, rewriting her record and cementing her dominance in the global music scene.
The track’s commercial success extended to iTunes, where "APT." hit No. 1 in 40 countries and regions immediately upon release. In her home country, the song achieved a "Perfect All-Kill," topping all major Korean music charts simultaneously, further showcasing her overwhelming popularity.
Critics and fans alike have praised Rosie for its artistic depth and production quality, a sentiment reflected in its enduring presence on charts worldwide. This combination of commercial success and critical acclaim positions Rosé as a K-pop superstar and a global music industry trailblazer.
Her record-breaking streak highlights the rising influence of K-pop on the international stage, with Rosé at the forefront of this movement. As she continues to push boundaries and redefine the role of Korean artists in global music, the impact of her work resonates far beyond the charts.
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