Seoul, South Korea – In a new triumph for K-pop on the global stage, Apple Music announced on Wednesday that Rosé, the leading member of South Korean girl group BLACKPINK, has dominated the platform’s year-end 2025 charts. This is thanks to her hit collaboration song “APT.” with global superstar Bruno Mars.
This phenomenal performance cements Rosie’s status as one of the world’s most influential artists. “APT.” reached number one in four major categories on Apple Music’s prestigious charts: the 2025 Global Top 100, Shazam Top 100, Global Radio Top 100, and the Top 100 Most Read Lyrics.
Apple Music praised the song’s overwhelming success, highlighting its ability to stand out and outperform fierce competition from industry giants like Taylor Swift, Drake, and Bad Bunny.
“Golden” boosts Korean presence in the rankings
Apple Music also highlighted the powerful performance of “Golden,” the theme song from Netflix’s animated film “K-Pop Band: Demon Hunters.”
The song achieved a remarkable presence on global charts, reaching number fifteen in the Top 100: Worldwide 2025 ranking. It also secured fourth place in both the Best Lyrics and Best Song categories.
