Released October 18, “APT.” it topped national music charts such as Melon and Genie soon after its release, also taking the top spot on Spotify’s global and US daily charts and reaching the top spot on iTunes’ “Top Songs” chart in 40 regions.
Notably, Rosé made history as the first Korean female solo artist to top both the US Spotify chart and the Global Spotify Daily Top Songs chart. In just five days, on the afternoon of October 23rd, the music video for “APT” will be made. it had surpassed 100 million views.
The song draws inspiration from the popular “Apartment Game” in Korea. Rosé explained: “The “Apartment Game” is one of my favorite games: simple, fun and perfect for livening up the atmosphere. One evening in the studio I presented it to the staff and, since we all had fun playing it together, the idea for the song was born. Bruno Mars then joined the process and together we completed the track.”
“APT.” has taken social media, YouTube and short-form video channels by storm. In addition to the song’s success, “Apartment Game” itself is trending among K-pop fans around the world, who share challenge videos of themselves playing this game. K-pop stars such as BTS’ J-Hope, IVE’s An Yujin, LE SSERAFIM’s Kazuha and Kim Chaewon have also posted videos performing the choreography, adding to the buzz.
Due to its addictive nature, “APT”. it quickly became known as the ultimate “forbidden song” for exam students. Comments under the music video range from “Such an unexpected atmosphere”, “Now they’ve made a song out of a drinking game, and it’s truly amazing”, “Insanely addictive“A”I’ve been listening to it on repeat for days and I don’t get tired of it” AND “It’s dangerous: it’s been seven days and I can’t stop looking at it.”
Source: Daum
