ROSÉ

 

The Rise of ROSÉ: From K-Pop to Global Stardom

Early Life and Journey to K-Pop

ROSÉ, born Roseanne Park on February 11, 1997, in Auckland, New Zealand, is a singer of Korean descent. She relocated to Melbourne, Australia, with her family when she was seven years old. There, she developed a love for music and learned to play the guitar and piano. She also sang in church choirs frequently.

ROSÉ was 16 years old when she auditioned for YG Entertainment, a famous South Korean label, in Sydney, Australia, in 2012. She impressed the judges with her talent and beat 700 other contestants to win the first place. This was the start of her K-pop star career.

Debut with BLACKPINK

ROSÉ joined the South Korean girl group BLACKPINK in August 2016, after four years of intensive training in vocals, dance, and language. She was the last member to be revealed, but she quickly impressed fans and critics with her powerful vocals and stage presence. Along with Jisoo, Jennie, and Lisa, ROSÉ formed part of BLACKPINK, a global sensation that topped charts in Korea and beyond with their hit singles “Whistle” and “BOOMBAYAH”.

Solo Career and Global Recognition

In March 2021, ROSÉ launched her solo career with her single album "R". The album broke the record for the highest first-week sales by a Korean female soloist, selling 448,089 copies. Her lead single “On the Ground” was a global hit, topping the Billboard Global 200 and setting a new record for the most-viewed YouTube music video in the first 24 hours by a Korean solo artist.

ROSÉ has received numerous awards and recognition for her distinctive voice and charismatic stage presence. She holds two Guinness World Records, a Hanteo Music Award, and a Mnet Asian Music Award. She is also the third-most popular Korean individual on Instagram.

A Fashion Icon

ROSÉ is not only a talented musician, but also a fashion icon. She is a global ambassador for Yves Saint Laurent and the first female Korean idol to attend the Met Gala in 2021. She also became the new global ambassador for Tiffany & Co. in April 2021, joining other celebrities such as Lupita Nyong’o, Elle Fanning, and Jackson Yee. In 2023, she was chosen as the New global ambassador of RIMOWA and SULWHASOO. 

From her humble beginnings in Australia to her rise as a global star, ROSÉ’s journey is a testament to her talent, perseverance, and charisma. As she continues to break records and captivate audiences worldwide, there’s no doubt that ROSÉ has secured her place as a global icon in music and fashion.