BLACKPINK’s Rosé & Bruno Mars’ “APT” Smash YouTube Records, Fastest K-pop Song to Reach 1 Billion Views

February 3, 2025
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BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars have just made history as their chart-topping single “APT” became the fastest K-pop song to reach 1 billion views on YouTube.

Since its release on October 18, 2024, the song has been taking the world by storm, dominating various music and social media platforms.
“APT” officially broke the 1 billion mark on January 31, surpassing the long-standing record held by PSY’s viral “Gangnam Style.”

While “Gangnam Style” reached this milestone in 158 days, “APT” set a new benchmark by achieving it in just 105 days, both in K-pop and global music.
The song has been trending worldwide, topping charts on YouTube, Spotify, and Billboard.

Fans have fallen in love with Rosé’s soulful vocals just as much as they have with Bruno Mars’ signature style.
This undeniable appeal has made “APT” an instant favorite across cultures and generations.

With this achievement, “APT” joins an elite list of songs with over a billion views, alongside hits like Adele’s “Hello,” Luis Fonsi’s “Despacito,” Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You,” and J Balvin & Willy William’s “Mi Gente.”

This feat further solidifies Rosé’s global influence and marks another significant milestone in the steadily growing footprint of K-pop in the mainstream music industry.
As “APT” continues to soar, one can only wonder what’s next for Rosé, Bruno Mars, and the ever-evolving world of K-pop.