BLACKPINK fans are popping confetti, as they should! That’s because Billboard has officially named BLACKPINK’s Rosé the No. 1 Global Artist of 2025. The announcement celebrates a massive year for Rosé, who achieved massive success with her debut solo album “Rosie,” establishing herself as a powerhouse beyond the area of BLACKPINK. This recognition highlights not just popularity, but artistic impact and global influence built throughout 2025.
The crown jewel of Rosé’s solo era is “APT.”, the album’s main single and a three-time Grammy nominee across the three major categories: Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Best Pop Duo/Group performance. Released at the end of 2024, the track peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed on the chart for an impressive 45 weeks. That run officially made it the longest running KPop song in Billboard Hot 100 history. Collaborating with Bruno Mars, Rosé delivered a hit that crossed language barriers, dominated playlists worldwide and taught listeners all there is to know about a fun Korean drinking game.
More than numbers, “APT.” became a cultural moment. The track evolved into a global pop phenomenon, proving how Korean culture continues to shape mainstream music. Billboard emphasized that the change Rosé has brought to both KPop and international pop is undeniable. In 2025, Rosé not only carried over the success from “rosie,” but was also able to rewrite expectations with massive solo achievements.