Rose 'APT' Successfully Matches Jimin 'Who' as the Second Longest-Running K-Pop Song on the UK Chart

Kapanlagi.com - Rosé, a member of BLACKPINK, has achieved another milestone with her collaboration song with Bruno Mars titled APT. This song has matched the record of Jimin BTS with the song Who as the second longest-running K-pop song on the UK Official Singles Chart.

APT has remained on the chart for 28 consecutive weeks. This achievement serves as proof of Rosé's strength as a K-pop soloist in the international music scene.

She further solidifies her position, particularly in the UK music market. Here are some interesting facts about the latest ranking of Rose APT, summarized by KapanLagi.com from various sources, Tuesday (6/5/2025).

1. APT. Stays 28 Weeks on UK Chart, Ties Record with Jimin BTS

APT's ranking ties with Jimin BTS (Image by ROSE on Youtube)

The song APT has managed to stay for 28 consecutive weeks on the UK Official Singles Chart, tying the record previously held by Jimin BTS with the song Who. This achievement places APT as the second longest-running K-pop song on the chart, only behind PSY's Gangnam Style, which stayed for 55 weeks.

With this impressive duration, APT demonstrates Rosé's strength and her ability to capture the attention of listeners worldwide. This is a remarkable achievement for the K-Pop music industry, further solidifying Rosé's position as one of the brightest stars today.

2. Collaboration of Rosé and Bruno Mars: A Fusion of Two Music Worlds

APT is the result of a collaboration between Rosé and Bruno Mars, combining elements of pop, rock, and new wave music. This song is inspired by a South Korean drinking game, featuring a chorus that showcases the rhythmic chant apateu.

The blend of both artists' musical styles creates a unique and captivating song for global listeners. The combination of Rosé's emotional signature voice and Bruno Mars' powerful vocals makes APT. an unforgettable track.

3. Brief Profile of Rosé: From Auckland to the Top of the Global Charts

(Image by roses_are_rosie on Instagram)

Rosé, born with the name Roseanne Park in Auckland, New Zealand, and raised in Melbourne, Australia. She joined YG Entertainment in 2012 after auditioning in Sydney.

As the main vocalist of BLACKPINK, Rosé is known for her distinctive emotional voice and strong vocal technique. Her brilliant career as a solo artist further solidifies her position in the global music industry.

4. APT. Dominance of the Global Charts

In addition to its success in the UK, APT. also dominates the charts in various countries. The song reached the top position on the Billboard Global 200 for 12 weeks and became the number one song in over 50 countries, including Australia, New Zealand, and Japan.

In South Korea, APT. achieved a perfect all-kill, indicating the number one position on all major music charts simultaneously. This success shows that APT. is not only popular among K-Pop fans but also around the world.

5. Streaming Records and Music Video of APT.

The music video for APT. set a record as the fastest music video by an Asian artist to reach one billion views on YouTube. On Spotify, the song became the fastest K-pop song to reach one billion streams, showcasing Rosé's global appeal as a solo artist.

This achievement not only solidifies Rosé's position as one of the leading K-Pop artists but also opens opportunities for other K-Pop artists to break into the international market. APT. serves as proof that K-Pop music has broad appeal and can be accepted in various parts of the world.

6. The Potential of APT. to Surpass PSY's Record

PSY's Gangnam Style Song (Image by officialpsy on Youtube)

With a stay of 28 weeks on the UK Official Singles Chart, APT. has the potential to surpass PSY's record with Gangnam Style which lasted for 55 weeks. If this positive trend continues, it is not impossible for Rosé to make history as the K-pop soloist with the longest duration on the UK chart.

The success of APT. is not just about the numbers, but also shows how significant Rosé's influence is in the global music industry. With strong support from fans around the world, Rosé's musical future looks very bright.

(kpl/sfa)