BLACKPINK's ROSÉ drops emotional 'Number One Girl' music video
After her catchy collaboration with Bruno Mars on the addictive bop "APT," BLACKPINK's ROSÉ is back with a more emotional and personal track.
On November 22, the K-pop star released her highly anticipated new single, "Number One Girl," accompanied by a simple yet captivating music video.
ROSÉ touched hearts with her vulnerability, singing about the longing to be someone's number one girl. Fans noted the emotional depth of the song's lyrics, such as "Isn't it lonely? I'd do anything to make you want me." The piano instrumentals paired with ROSÉ's captivating vocals create a poignant atmosphere and enhance the song's heartfelt and bittersweet vibe.
The music video for "Number One Girl" showcased a retro, Y2K-inspired style. ROSÉ's minimalist visuals feature her singing alone in the night, perfectly capturing the raw emotion of a sentimental moment. The simplicity of the video allows the emotion of the song to shine through, connecting with viewers on a personal level.
"Number One Girl" is another collaboration between ROSÉ and Bruno Mars. This time, Bruno took on the role of producer and lyricist. ROSÉ was also hands-on with the project, contributing to the writing, producing, and even directing the music video herself.
As of this writing, "Number One Girl" has already garnered over 1.1 million views and 387,000 likes on YouTube. The song has also sparked positive reactions on social media platforms, with hashtags #NUMBER_ONE_GIRL and #ROSÉ trending on X.
In addition to her new release, ROSÉ and Bruno Mars are set to perform "APT" for the first time ever at the 2024 MAMA Awards in Japan on November 22. Looking ahead, ROSÉ will make the holiday season even more special with the release of her first solo full album, Rosie, scheduled for December 6.
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