BLACKPINK’s Rosé has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first-ever K-pop artist to surpass 50 million monthly listeners on Spotify. The achievement follows the release of her latest hit song “APT.” featuring Bruno Mars, which has contributed significantly to her growing global fanbase.

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This milestone solidifies Rosé’s place in K-pop history, further elevating her status as a successful solo artist apart from her work with BLACKPINK.

As of the latest update, Rosé’s top tracks on Spotify include “APT.”, “On The Ground,” “Gone,” and a live version of “Gone” from BLACKPINK’s ‘Livestream Concert: The Show.’

While Rosé only has four solo songs available on the platform, the impact of her music continues to be felt worldwide.

Looking ahead, Rosé is preparing to release her highly anticipated first full-length album, titled rosie , next month.

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Fans are eagerly awaiting new music from the global superstar, as her influence continues to grow both as a member of BLACKPINK and as a solo artist.

Olivia Marsh, the rising artist and older sister of NewJeans member Danielle, has released a second music video for her debut single “42”, offering fans a deeper insight into the song’s emotional and narrative layers.

The first music video for “42 (Memoir)” focused on Olivia’s childhood, giving viewers a nostalgic look at her formative years.

However, this new video takes a different approach, delving into Olivia’s journey of self-discovery as she steps into the world, confronting challenges, and finding her true voice.

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Olivia Marsh (Credit: YouTube)

The visual storytelling of the new video features powerful imagery of Olivia navigating through a stormy environment, symbolizing her courage and determination to face obstacles head-on.

The song itself is a dreamy, soulful pop track that captures the essence of Olivia’s childhood memories in Australia.

Her clear, emotive vocals and the song’s captivating melody combine to create a mesmerizing and emotionally resonant experience for listeners.

In addition to the music video, Olivia performed “42” at the SXSW Sydney showcase, marking her global debut.

She is also scheduled to continue her international activities with a performance at the Yuewen Music Festival in Singapore on December 28.

With the release of this second video, Olivia further establishes her artistic vision, inviting her audience to join her on her musical journey as she explores her identity and the themes of growth, resilience, and self-expression.