‘Too Good to Say Goodbye'(Rosé’s Cover)
Hello! Today, we bring you the incredible story of BLACKPINK’s Rosé and global pop star Bruno Mars. From their amazing collaboration to a heartwarming cover song, let’s dive right in! 😊
1. The APT. Craze: Rosé and Bruno Mars’s Single ‘APT.’
On October 18, 2024, BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars released their collaborative single, ‘APT.’ This track was inspired by Rosé’s favorite Korean drinking game, “Apt,” and she contributed to both its lyrics and composition. Combined with Bruno Mars’s distinctive musical touch, the result was a masterpiece.
The music video showcases the duo’s playful chemistry and has garnered immense love from fans worldwide, racking up 100 million views on YouTube within just five days of its release. If you haven’t seen it yet, check it out now!
2. Bruno Mars: A Multitalented Pop Icon
Bruno Mars, born Peter Gene Hernandez, is an American singer-songwriter and music producer. Born on October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii, he developed a passion for music from a young age.
His 2010 debut album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans, featured global hits like “Just the Way You Are” and “Grenade,” catapulting him to stardom. With hits like “Uptown Funk” and 15 Grammy Awards to his name, Bruno Mars has achieved legendary status and continues to thrive across various musical genres.
3. Rosé: A Global Star with a Unique Voice
Rosé, born Roseanne Park (Korean name: Park Chae-young), is a Korean-New Zealand singer born on February 11, 1997, in Auckland, New Zealand. After winning first place in a 2012 YG Entertainment audition, she moved to South Korea to train for four years and debuted as the main vocalist of BLACKPINK on August 8, 2016.
Her distinctive voice and exceptional singing ability have been instrumental to BLACKPINK’s success. In 2021, she released her solo album -R- and has since continued to grow as a solo artist. Most recently, she expanded her musical repertoire with her first full-length album, Rosie, released on December 9, 2024.
4. Rosé’s Cover of ‘Too Good to Say Goodbye’
Bruno Mars’s ‘Too Good to Say Goodbye,’ the final track of his 2016 album 24K Magic, captures the heartfelt emotions of regret and longing for reconciliation after parting ways with a loved one. The song’s intricate emotional depth resonates deeply with listeners.
Recently, Rosé performed a stunning cover of this song on KBS’s music program [The Seasons – Lee Young-ji’s Rainbow]. Her emotional delivery not only conveyed the essence of the original but also added her unique charm, earning widespread acclaim. The performance has been shared across various platforms, receiving immense praise from fans.
[ref. Korean] 로제가 부른 브루노 마스의 ‘Too Good to Say Goodbye’ 리뷰