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BLACKPINK‘S Rose AND Bruno Mars have unintentionally sparked a massive resurgence of the 1982 classic with their recent mega-hit “APT.”
The success of their addictive single brought a huge wave of attention to veteran Korean singer Yoon Soo Il and his 1980s hit “Apartment.” So much so that the song made its debut on MelOn’s daily chart… 42 years after its release.
On October 25, Yoon’s “Apartment” entered the top 1000, peaking at No. 951 – a milestone that surprised many, as it marks the song’s first appearance on the charts in its 42-year history. Netizens credit the sudden increase in listeners of Rosé and Bruno Mars’ “APT.”
Since “APT”. was released on October 18, Yoon’s “Apartment” saw a significant increase in streaming numbers. On MelOn alone, daily listeners of “Apartment” increased by 122% from October 17 to 22, while on Genie Music, another major Korean streaming platform, the song’s weekly streams increased by 190% after the release of “APT”.
The connection between the two songs has also inspired fans to create remix videos that blend the tracks together. A popular remix combining “APT”. with Yoon’s original “Apartment” garnered over 100,000 views on YouTube in a single day and surpassed 300,000 views in three days. Various versions of these remixes have gone viral across online communities and social media platforms, receiving enthusiastic reactions from both longtime listeners and new fans.
Fans agree that Yoon Soo Il’s “Apartment” charts and renewed popularity reflect the enormous influence and success, as well as impact, of “APT.” he had. The track is a smash hit not only in South Korea but also beyond. As such, Rosé not only set new records, but also breathed new life into a piece of Korean musical history.
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