Move over, records — Rosé is stacking new ones. The BLACKPINK star just achieved something no female K-pop artist has ever done in the United Kingdom, and the numbers are almost hard to believe.
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Rosé “APT.” UK BRIT Certification — Key Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Song | APT. |
| Artist | Rosé ft. Bruno Mars |
| Certification | BRIT Triple Platinum (UK) |
| Certified By | British Phonographic Industry (BPI) |
| Units Required | 1.8 million |
| Time to Achieve | Just over 1 year & 4 months |
| Historic Rank | 2nd K-pop song ever; fastest ever |
| First K-pop Triple Platinum | PSY – “Gangnam Style” (March 2024) |
A Record That Speaks for Itself
The British Phonographic Industry (BPI) announced that Rosé and Bruno Mars’ collab single “APT.” had received an official BRIT triple platinum certification — with singles certified triple platinum at 1.8 million units sold. That’s nearly two million people in the UK alone who couldn’t stop hitting play.
But what makes this truly special is the history behind it. Rosé is the first female K-pop artist — including groups — ever to earn a BRIT triple platinum certification, and “APT.” is only the second song by a K-pop act to go triple platinum in the United Kingdom to date.
The first? PSY’s iconic 2012 hit “Gangnam Style,” which was certified BRIT triple platinum in March 2024. It took PSY’s global phenomenon over a decade to reach that milestone. Rosé? Having earned the certification in just over one year and four months, “APT.” is now the fastest song by a K-pop artist ever to achieve the feat. L’OFFICIEL USA
That’s the difference between legacy and momentum
Why “APT.” Crossed Over So Powerfully
The Bruno Mars collaboration wasn’t just a smart pairing — it was a cultural bridge. Bruno’s global fanbase combined with Rosé’s loyal following created a song that transcended the K-pop genre tag entirely, earning mainstream radio rotation across Western markets.
The British Phonographic Industry, which has been certifying UK music sales since 1958, is one of the most respected music certification bodies in the world — making this platinum badge especially meaningful.
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FAQs
Q: What certification did Rosé’s “APT.” receive in the UK?
“APT.” earned an official BRIT Triple Platinum certification from the BPI, representing 1.8 million units sold in the United Kingdom.
Q: Is Rosé the first K-pop artist to go triple platinum in the UK?
No — PSY’s “Gangnam Style” was first, but Rosé is the first female K-pop artist and holds the record for the fastest K-pop song to reach triple platinum.
