"Queen of the pop" — Fans react as Rosé becomes the first female K-pop soloist to simultaneously chart on Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200

BLACKPINK's Rosé has achieved a historic milestone in her solo career. Her single toxic till the end debuted at No. 90 on the Billboard Hot 100 on December 17, 2024. Furthermore, her debut solo album, rosie, entered the Billboard 200 at No. 3. These achievements made her the first female K-pop soloist to chart on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200 simultaneously.

Released on December 6, 2024, rosie explores the idol's personal experiences, featuring tracks like APT. (with Bruno Mars), Number One Girl, and Drinks or Coffee. The album weaves themes of heartbreak, nostalgia, and empowerment, resonating with fans worldwide.

Its lead single, APT., has already dominated the Billboard Global 200 for seven weeks, making her the first K-pop female soloist to achieve this feat. Recognizing the idol's latest feats, one fan wrote on X:

"Queen of the pop."

Fans further lauded her latest achievement with toxic till the end as "organic."

"Achieved this during Christmas month, the way she could have been higher but didn't have no garage remixes or 99 versions to support," one fan wrote.

"If it hadn't been released during the Christmas season, it would have ranked 50-60," another fan commented.

"She is so mother and organic we cheer and support," one other fan said.

Other fans highlighted that the BLACKPINK singer keeps breaking records.

"So proud of you my love," one fan commented.

"She's breaking records after records," another fan said.

"A groundbreaking achievement for ROSÉ, setting new milestones in K-pop history," one other fan remarked.

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More about BLACKPINK's Rosé's debut solo studio album rosie and its title track

The album's title track, toxic till the end, delves into the complexities of a toxic yet addictive relationship. The BLACKPINK idol's lyrics capture the push-and-pull dynamic of love gone awry, as she reflected on the emotional highs and lows of a relationship that ultimately leads to mutual destruction.

Directed by Ramez Silyan, the accompanying music video further intensified the song’s narrative, portraying Rosé and her on-screen partner navigating the tumultuous stages of their relationship. The toxic till the end video, shot at the picturesque Old Westbury Gardens in New York, is a depiction of passion and conflict.

The male lead in the video is played by actor and model Evan Mock. Best known for his role in HBO Max’s Gossip Girl, Mock brought a brooding intensity to the music video, adding depth to its emotional core.

Meanwhile, BLACKPINK's Rosé's album was released under The Black Label and Atlantic Records. The idol left YG Entertainment in December 2023 and signed with its affiliate, The Black Label, in June 2024 for her solo career. Furthermore, in September 2024, she signed a global solo deal with Atlantic Records, and in November, she signed a global administration deal with Warner Chappell Music.

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All tracks of rosie are available on all music streaming platforms.