BLACKPINK’s Rosé has reached another monumental milestone in her career, setting multiple records in the United Kingdom. This time, ‘APT.’ has received platinum certification in the UK!
‘APT.’ Receives BRIT Platinum Certification
On February 7 local time, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) officially announced that Rosé’s hit single “APT.” featuring Bruno Mars has earned a BRIT platinum certification. According to BPI standards, a single is awarded platinum status once it achieves sales of 600,000 units, marking “APT.” as a major commercial success in the competitive UK market.
This achievement is groundbreaking for several reasons. For starters, Rosé has become the first female K-pop artist—even when considering group members—to earn a BRIT platinum certification. This historic recognition not only celebrates her exceptional talent but also highlights the growing influence of female K-pop artists on the global stage.
Additionally, “APT.” has set another record by becoming the fastest song by a K-pop act to be certified platinum in the UK, accomplishing this feat in less than four months. This is a significant improvement over previous records, with BTS’s “Dynamite” having taken a full year to achieve platinum status.
Even when male artists are factored in, Rosé now stands as only the third K-pop artist ever to reach this milestone in the United Kingdom. The other trailblazers include PSY, whose viral hit “Gangnam Style” captivated the world, and BTS, with their platinum-certified tracks “Dynamite” and their collaboration with Coldplay on “My Universe.”
This record-breaking moment underscores Rosé’s widespread appeal and the global expansion of K-pop. It is a testament to her artistry and the ability of her music to resonate with diverse audiences across borders.
Congratulations to Rosé on these exciting achievements—a clear indication that her journey is only just beginning, and fans can look forward to even more groundbreaking successes in the future.
