BLACKPINK’s Rosé’s “APT.” Listed as One of the Most Suitable Songs for Funerals

The Hospice and Palliative Care Center at Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital organized an event named “Play This Song at My Funeral” from October 23 to 24 in recognition of Hospice and Palliative Care Week. This gathering included an exhibition displaying reflections from staff on paper located in front of the cafeteria.

The selection highlighted a compilation of 368 songs within the K-pop genre, showcasing:

IU’s “Through the Night,” which garnered 22 votes
DAY6’s “Time of Our Life,” receiving 21 votes
Jeon In-kwon’s “Don’t Worry” with 13 votes
“APT.” by Rosé and Bruno Mars, which captured 10 votes
Lee So-young’s “The Meeting” with 9 votes
“Family Portrait” by Kim Jin-ho, totaling 8 votes
Busker Busker’s “Bravo, My Life!” which received 7 votes
015B’s “Now Goodbye,”with 6 votes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzYnNdJhZQw

[MV] IU(아이유) _ Through the Night(밤편지) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzYnNdJhZQw)

Moreover, among the desired songs for funerals were 12 hymns, 30 pop tracks including the classic “My Way,” and 11 classical compositions, such as various requiems.

Of particular note is Rosé’s “APT.,” which has captured attention for its ranking in the list, as it draws inspiration from a traditional Korean drinking game called “Apartment.” In this game, players stack their hands and take turns removing hands from the base until someone removes a hand in response to a designated number, leading to a penalty drink.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekr2nIex040

ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – APT. (Official Music Video) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekr2nIex040)

Since its debut, “APT.” has enjoyed impressive popularity, securing the top position on Spotify’s U.S. charts and ranking fourth on the UK Official Singles Chart.

Director Lee Eun-sook remarked, “With the growing awareness about pre-planned funerals and wills, we aim for this initiative to motivate individuals to contemplate and prepare for the end of life. We also hope this serves as a reflective moment regarding hospice care and the patients benefiting from these vital services.”

Source: Daum

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