Rosé (BLACKPINK)
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Rosé (BLACKPINK)

박채영
  • Korean Name:박채영
  • Nickname:Rose, Rosie, Chengramji
  • Birthday:February 11, 1997
  • Nationality:South Korean, New Zealand
  • Zodiac Sign:Aquarius
  • Height:168.7 cm (5′6″)
  • Weight:44 kg (97 lbs)
  • MBTI Type:ENFP
  • Blood Type:B
  • Occupation:Singer, songwriter
  • Years Active:2016–present (solo debut 2021)
  • Agency:YG Entertainment (2012–2023), The Black Label (2024–present), Atlantic Records (2024–present)
  • Education:Attended Canterbury Girls' Secondary College in Melbourne, Australia (left to train as a K-pop trainee)
  • SNS:roses_are_rosie https://www.instagram.com/roses_are_rosie/

Biography

Rosé has achieved widespread acclaim as the main vocalist of the immensely popular K-pop group BLACKPINK and has further cemented her artistic presence through a highly successful solo career. Known for her distinctive soprano voice and emotive delivery, Rosé has captivated audiences worldwide, solidifying her status as a multifaceted artist and a significant cultural icon.

The YG Entertainment Journey

In 2012, 15-year-old Rosé auditioned for YG Entertainment in Sydney, encouraged by her father. Out of 700 participants, she placed first, showcasing her natural talent. Though her parents joked they were “sick of her singing,” they fully supported her passion.

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Just two months later, she signed with YG and moved to Seoul, beginning a rigorous four-year training. Rosé described the early days as a challenge, especially adjusting to Korean culture and language, which she had to learn to fully integrate into the K-pop system.

BLACKPINK’s Main Vocalist

Rosé was officially introduced as the final member of BLACKPINK on June 22, 2016. The group debuted shortly after, on August 8, with the single album Square One, featuring the hits “Whistle” and “Boombayah.” From the start, BLACKPINK rose rapidly to global stardom with successful releases like Square Up (2018), Kill This Love (2019), The Album (2020), and Born Pink (2022), known for blending K-pop with EDM, Hip Hop, and Trap.

Their global influence peaked with the Born Pink World Tour (2022–2023), which spanned 66 concerts in 22 countries, drawing 1.8 million attendees and grossing $330 million. It became the highest-grossing tour ever by a female group and an Asian act, as well as the most-attended tour by a K-pop girl group—marking a shift in the global music scene toward K-pop’s mainstream dominance.

Beyond commercial success, BLACKPINK holds multiple Guinness World Records, including most-viewed YouTube video in 24 hours for “How You Like That,” most YouTube subscribers for a music artist, and most-streamed female group on Spotify. They were also the first K-pop girl group to top both the US and UK album charts and won Billboard’s 2023 Top K-Pop Touring Artist award.

Solo Artistry and Milestones

Rosé began her solo career with the release of her debut single album R on March 12, 2021. Symbolizing both her name and a fresh start, R featured two tracks, “On the Ground” and “Gone,” with Rosé contributing to the songwriting. The album broke records, selling 448,089 copies in its first week—an all-time high for a Korean female soloist—and later earned triple platinum certification. The “On the Ground” music video surpassed 41.6 million views in 24 hours, breaking Psy’s record for a Korean soloist, and topped the Billboard Global 200 and Global Excl. U.S. charts. These milestones earned Rosé two Guinness World Records.

Her solo journey continued with her first full-length album Rosie, released on December 6, 2024. Named after her nickname, the album reflected a more personal direction. Its lead single, “Apt.,” a collaboration with Bruno Mars, made history by reaching the Top 10 on the Billboard Radio Songs chart—the first time for a female K-pop soloist. Rosé co-wrote all tracks on Rosie, further highlighting her creative control and commitment to artistic expression.

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Beyond her albums, Rosé is also credited for writing “Yeah Yeah Yeah” on BLACKPINK’s Born Pink. In 2024, she contributed the song “Messy” to F1 The Album, the soundtrack for the film F1, and released “Final Love Song” as the theme for I-Land 2: N/a. She also teamed up with Alex Warren on the single “On My Mind” in June 2025.

Brand Influence and Endorsements

Rosé’s global popularity has made her a top choice for luxury and fashion brands. She serves as a global ambassador for Yves Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co., Sulwhasoo, and Rimowa. Her YSL partnership is especially notable, with creative director Anthony Vaccarello personally taking interest. She’s starred in major campaigns like Tiffany HardWear and Sulwhasoo’s #SulwhasooRebloom.

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Expanding beyond luxury, Rosé has worked with Puma, SKIMS, Kiss Me cosmetics, Perfect World Mobile, Korean brand OIOI, and Homeplus. She also partnered with the Calm app, narrating a bedtime story titled Grounded With Rosé, showcasing her broad appeal and versatility.

Dating Rumors

Rosé has described herself as a “serial relationship-er” who takes dating seriously, drawing on past toxic relationships as inspiration for her music though she keeps her exes private. Like many K-pop idols, she faces intense scrutiny, leading to various dating rumors.

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She was linked to Evan Mock after appearing together in her “Toxic Till The End” MV and being seen in New York. Rumors also tied her to Jaden Smith, which she denied in a Vanity Fair lie detector test. Other speculation includes Kang Dong-won, Cha Eun-woo, and several industry figures, though none have been confirmed.

Controversy

In 2023, unsubstantiated rumors of drug abuse circulated after photos posted by Riccardo Tisci showed what some fans claimed to be drug paraphernalia in the background. YG Entertainment swiftly and emphatically denied these “clear false information” claims, asserting they would pursue “strong legal action without any leniency or settlement” against those spreading the rumors.

Fun Facts

  1. Her stage name Rosé comes from the French word meaning "pinkish" or "tinged with pink," aligning with BLACKPINK's identity.
  2. She’s left-handed, although she plays guitar with her right hand. She uses her left for writing, chopsticks, and cutting food.
  3. She became left-handed because of an early injury to her right hand.
  4. She knows all the Disney songs and would want to be Ariel if she were a Disney princess.
  5. Her cheeks resemble a squirrel’s, earning her the nickname "Chengramji" (Cheng + daramji [squirrel]).
  6. On Running Man, during a random Q&A game, Jisoo revealed that Rosé often fights with Lisa.
  7. According to Jennie, Jisoo tells jokes all day, and Rosé claps along with exaggerated foreigner-style reactions.
  8. Rosé usually gives acceptance speeches for BLACKPINK and often does so in English.
  9. IU mentioned Rosé as an artist she’d like to work with. In response, Rosé said she’s a big fan of IU and even sang You and I while sending her a video message on Weekly Idol.
  10. She won 1st place at the 2019 Instagram Awards for most loved video—footage of her and Jennie enjoying the Coachella crowd, which exceeded 10 million views.
  11. Her favorite performance since debut has been Coachella.
  12. She had never held a part-time job, having trained since a young age.
  13. She launched her personal YouTube channel just six days after her solo debut on March 18, 2021.
  14. In Australia, she spent so much time at the school snack shop that she got the nickname “Porky Pig.”
  15. She has a habit of flicking her thumb to make a snapping sound, which her older sister Alice finds annoying.
  16. As of 2021, she prefers staying home over outdoor activities—though it used to be the opposite.
  17. A fan once commented asking her to dance to WAP, and she did! To celebrate hitting 10M TikTok followers, she uploaded the dance, which was even noticed by Cardi B.
  18. She received a PRS Silver Sky guitar from John Mayer after singing one of his songs on Sea of Hope, which gained attention. He was so impressed he sent her his signature model.
  19. Among English-speaking fans, adding “-sé” to words (like “Foodsé” or “Rocksé”) became a trend inspired by Rosé.
  20. Rosé is often called an "unnie killer" or "unnie collector" because many of her close friends are older than her.
  21. She has a strong friendship with Halsey and Olivia Rodrigo.
  22. Rosé appears to be close with Taylor Swift as well. She was one of the select few invited to Taylor’s Midnights pre-release party in 2022 and attended The Eras Tour concert in Tokyo Dome on February 8, 2024, from VIP seating.
  23. She has a close relationship with Anthony Vaccarello, the creative director of Saint Laurent, and serves as his muse.
  24. She once had a heartfelt dinner with Red Velvet's Joy, during which Joy was so touched by Rosé’s kindness and attentive listening that she cried while sharing trainee memories and family stories. Rosé is also friendly with Red Velvet’s Wendy and Yeri.
  25. Rosé is good friends with Girl’s Day's Hyeri, a bond that formed after they appeared on Amazing Saturday.