Rosé matches Jennie's record on Billboard's Pop Airplay chart

In an impressive feat for South Korean artists, Rosé, a member of the global sensation Blackpink, has attained significant success with her solo single 'Apt.' This song has been climbing the Billboard Pop Airplay chart and has spent five weeks on the list, which ranks tracks based on their audience reach across the United States via top 40 pop stations. Rosé's achievement marks a historic moment as she ties with her bandmate Jennie for the highest position ever reached by a solo female musician from South Korea on this chart. Jennie previously reached this peak in her own solo endeavor, indicating a trend of South Korean female artists achieving greater visibility in the global music scene. Before 'Apt.' the only solo female act from South Korea to reach such heights was with Jennie's track. However, the duo of Rosé and Jennie now finds themselves behind only notable artists Psy and Jung Kook from BTS, who have both surpassed the duo's accomplishments. This competitive scenario highlights a monumental shift in the music industry, particularly regarding the representation and recognition of Korean artists in Western markets. The success of 'Apt.' not only showcases Rosé's talent but also reflects the growing popularity of K-pop worldwide, supported by robust streaming numbers and sales figures. As the song continues to perform well across various metrics, there seems to be no indication that its time in the spotlight is nearing an end, suggesting that both Rosé and Jennie are paving the way for future K-pop artists.