“I am not gonna get it at all” — Rosé gets candid about BLACKPINK audition, writing process, album & more

Rosé, the BLACKPINK vocalist, took center stage on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on December 12, 2024, to promote her debut solo album, Rosie. Fans worldwide tuned in to witness her performance and anecdotes, which offered insight into her artistic journey.

During the interview, Rosé reflected on her journey to global stardom. She stated that she never imagined being selected to debut with BLACKPINK during her initial audition.

Rosé added that she performed on I Won't Give Up by Jason Mraz (2012) with the guitar she bought with her pocket money. She recalled while narrating the story to Jimmy Fallon and shared:

"I walked in and like I thought it was a joke. Like, this is funny and I am not gonna get it at all. So my dad and I had flown all the way from Melbourne to Sydney for the auditions. I was like might as well make some good memories."

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Rosé talks about Bruno Mars and the story behind Rosie

The BLACKPINK member and Bruno Mars collaborated on the track, APT., which blends funky R&B vibes with introspective lyrics. Rosé also shared a surprising influence behind the album’s title: Rosie.

"There was like a big debate. I have a song called 'Number One Girl' so that was initially like the rough idea that maybe I'll call it 'Number One Girl'."

However, Bruno Mars suggested naming her album Rosie, as it is also the K-pop idol's nickname used by her close friends and family.

"'But then Bruno actually tried really hard to convince me coz like 'Rosie' was one of the options. He said, "It has to be Rosie because your friends and family call you Rosie. He's been a great mentor and friend."

Furthermore, Bruno Mars also played a key role in selecting the track for their collaboration. Among the many demos Rosé shared, he gravitated toward APT. because of its unique sound and universal appeal.

Rosé also talked about how her own path served as inspiration for the lyrics of her album. She also mentioned that she frequently sent her group of fellow composers arbitrary terms and phrases to use in their songs. She also shared on The Tonight Show that she creates music based on her stories and experiences.

The BLACKPINK idol then told Jimmy Fallon about saving her childhood pocket money to buy her first guitar—a decision that laid the foundation for her musical journey.

"I gathered all of my pocket money that I had saved up my whole life. I was probably like 14 by then. And I got like...I still have it and it's like still my favorite guitar. A Taylor GS Mini," she said.

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BLACKPINK Rosé: Her debut solo album Rosie and its chart success

Rosé’s debut album, Rosie, dropped on December 6, 2024. The 12-track project features a mix of introspective ballads and upbeat anthems, including the chart-topping single APT. with Bruno Mars. The track debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global 200 (Excl. US), making it one of the most successful collaborations of the year.

The album’s tracklist includes:

1. Number One Girl
2. 3AM
3. Two Years
4. Drinks or Coffee
5. APT. (feat. Bruno Mars)
6. Gameboy
7. Stay a Little Longer
8. Not the Same
9. Call It the End
10. Too Bad for Us
11. Dance All Night
12. toxic till the end

The track toxic till the end was reportedly inspired by a real-life relationship of the BLACKPINK singer. During her Apple Music interview with Zane Lowe on The Zane Lowe Show, (December 4), the K-pop singer shared writing the song was cathartic for her.

Beyond her chart success, she signed with Atlantic Records on September 27, 2024, and Warner Chappell Music on November 25 to expand her presence in Western markets. After leaving YG Entertainment in December 2023, she signed with its affiliate, The Black Label, in June 2024.

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Rosé concluded her The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon appearance by performing live on her two album tracks, APT. and toxic till the end.