Rosé of BLACKPINK collaborated with Bruno Mars on the new single “APT.,” released under Atlantic Records. Fans have praised the song, highlighting the seamless blend of their vocals and the upbeat tone. This collaboration marks Rosé’s first project after signing with Warner Music Group, further showcasing her global appeal.
Rosé and Bruno Mars Collaborate on New Single
Rosé, a member of the K-pop group BLACKPINK and a successful solo artist, has teamed up with Puerto Rican-American singer-songwriter Bruno Mars. On October 17, Rosé announced on her social media that her new single “APT.,” created in collaboration with Mars, would be released on October 18 at 1 PM. Earlier that day, she shared a photo of herself with Mars, hinting at their close relationship by mentioning a night when she taught him Korean drinking games. The industry speculated that this would lead to a duet.
First Single Under Atlantic Records for Rosé
Rosé released her first single under Atlantic Records after signing with the label through a partnership with Warner Music Group in the U.S. Bruno Mars also signed with this label. As the main vocalist of BLACKPINK, Rosé has gained international acclaim not only through the group but also as a solo artist. Her 2021 solo single “On The Ground” debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart. It achieved the highest ranking for a K-pop female artist on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In June, she strengthened her career by signing a management contract with The Black Label. She trusted the producer TEDDY, who has worked closely with BLACKPINK. Besides music, Rosé continues to shine as a global ambassador for several fashion brands.
The Versatile Skills of Bruno Mars Enhance Collaboration with Rosé
Bruno Mars is known for his exceptional talents in singing, dancing, songwriting, and performing. With his ability to adapt to various genres such as pop, funk, soul, reggae, hip-hop, and rock, the collaboration with Rosé has garnered significant attention. In August, Mars released his first duet ballad “Die with a Smile” with pop star Lady Gaga. Fans are now eager to see what musical style he and Rosé will bring to “APT.” given their combined versatility.
Positive Reception from Korean Communities
The music video for “APT.” has received positive feedback, especially from users on the Korean community MLBPARK. Many praised the song, describing it as addictive, and stated that the blend of Rosé and Mars’ vocals added life to the track. Some noted that the light and upbeat tone of the song suited Rosé’s personality. Others claimed that the song captured a side of Rosé that only true fans would recognize, reflecting her authentic self. Given her musical talent, fans expressed excitement for more new sides of Rosé to be unveiled in future projects.
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Let’s just be honest, Rosé is the real raw musical talent of BP. She’s not even my bias and I love all 4 of them, but her talent is undeniable.