Fans React to BLACKPINK’s Rosé Making History as the First K-pop Star in 12 Years to Reach #1 on New Zealand Singles Chart

On October 25, 2024, the collaboration “APT”by BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars skyrocketed to the top of New Zealand’s Official Top 40 Singles Chart. This remarkable feat marked Rosé as the first solo K-Pop artist to achieve this position since PSY’s iconic “Gangnam Style”back in 2012. Released just a week prior on October 18, “APT”swiftly rose to prominence, exciting fans who took to social media to celebrate Rosé’s significant accomplishment.

One enthusiastic X user shared their thoughts:

“Crushing it in New Zealand! ROSÉ is shattering records effortlessly.”

Fans expressed appreciation for BLACKPINK’s Rosé’s worldwide influence, while others emphasized the pride in her success within her native land. For those unfamiliar, Rosé, born in 1997, is originally from Auckland, New Zealand.

“Witnessing history! First K-pop artist in over a decade to reach the #1 spot on the New Zealand Singles chart, showcasing her global influence once more. Huge congrats, ROSÉ!” – a fan proclaimed.

“I just realized she hit number one in her homeland; she must feel so accomplished.” – noted another fan.

“What a fantastic achievement for ROSÉ! I loved seeing her break that record after such a lengthy period without a K-pop artist reaching #1.” – an X user commented.

Another supporter on X praised BLACKPINK’s Rosé for her exceptional talent and determination in breaking through barriers.

“Her birthplace and where she calls home!” – wrote a different X user.

“This is an unbelievable milestone! ROSÉ is breaking records and making history in New Zealand.” – another fan stated.

“Her home country… So proud of her accomplishments!” – expressed yet another supporter.

“Congratulations to ROSÉ for setting the record as the first K-pop artist in over 12 years to hit #1 on the New Zealand Singles chart! Her talent and dedication are truly breaking barriers. So proud of her success!” – an admirer commented.

BLACKPINK’s Rosé: APT Becomes the Quickest MV to Achieve 100 Million Views on YouTube

On October 23, Soompi announced that “APT”by Rosé and Bruno Mars garnered over 100 million views on YouTube merely five days and three hours after its release. This track serves as a leading single from Rosé’s upcoming solo album titled “Rosie,”set for release on December 6, 2024.

This collaboration also broke records as the fastest music video to accumulate 100 million views in 2024. To date, the song has amassed more than 150 million views on YouTube and received over 6.2 million likes.

On the same date, BLACKPINK’s Rosé made headlines with her new single, as reported by the World Music Awards. The track “APT”not only became the quickest K-pop MV but also the fastest 2024 collaboration to achieve 100 million views on YouTube, racking up an impressive 25.24 million views in just 24 hours—marking the largest debut for a Korean soloist in 2024 on the platform.

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