Rosé’s First KBS Appearance in 9 Years: Discussing ‘APT.’ and Collaboration with Bruno Mars

BLACKPINK’s Rosé Makes Waves on KBS2 After Nine-Year Hiatus

On November 29, Rosé of BLACKPINK graced KBS2’s “The Seasons – Lee Young-ji’s Rainbow,” marking her inaugural appearance on the network in nearly a decade. The singer captivated audiences with a heartfelt live duet of her track “APT.” alongside MC Lee Young-ji, receiving enthusiastic applause. Expressing her joy, Rosé stated, “I’m happy to finally be on KBS.”

Collaboration Insights: The Creation of “APT.”

Rosé’s single “APT.” draws inspiration from a popular Korean drinking game, made possible through her collaboration with renowned artist Bruno Mars. During the broadcast, she recounted, “I suggested three songs to Bruno Mars, and ‘APT.’ was one that everyone opposed. However, I secretly added it because I thought it would be a fun addition.” Upon learning the song’s origins, Mars expressed his intrigue and remarked, “It sounds fun,” ultimately supporting her vision.

Describing Bruno Mars, Rosé playfully referred to him as having a “tsundere-like” personality. During the episode, she cheekily sang his song “Too Good to Say Goodbye,” laughingly recalling, “When I said I was going to perform this song, Bruno said it was hard. Bruno, I did it,” showcasing their friendly rapport.

Upcoming Album: A Personal Reflection

Rosé also took the opportunity to discuss her eagerly awaited full album, titled “rosie.” She explained, “The album encompasses stories from my twenties that aren’t necessarily pretty; I hope it offers comfort and empathy.” This candid approach reflects her artistic growth and personal journey.

Delving deeper into her creative process, Rosé revealed the inspiration behind both her pre-release track “APT.” and the album track “number one girl.” She shared, “After the BLACKPINK tour, I faced challenges due to hate comments. ‘number one girl’ is a song that genuinely reflects that experience,” emphasizing how the creation of the song brought her relief.

A Heartfelt Tribute

In a touching moment, Rosé performed “Because I Love You” by the late Yoo Jae-ha, expressing her deep appreciation for her parents. Reflecting on her personal connection to the lyrics, she noted, “As I sang, thinking about my parents’ love, the lyrics resonated more deeply.” Moreover, in a video message to her younger self, she offered encouragement, saying, “You’ll gradually let go. You’re doing great already.”

How to Rewatch the Episode

Fans eager to relive Rosé’s heartfelt performances and stories can catch episode 10 of “The Seasons – Lee Young-ji’s Rainbow,” scheduled to air on KBS JOY on November 30 at 10:20 PM (KST).

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