BLACKPINK’s ROSE admitted that malicious comments affected her during a recent interview on JTBC’s “Newsroom.”
“I wanted to avoid the emotions I felt when I read comments online,” ROSE said of her latest single, “NUMBER ONE GIRL,” on Sunday’s evening news. “I wanted to pretend to be strong, to be like, ‘This doesn’t affect me.’ But at some point, I realized that I’m just like everyone else with feelings and that these comments affect me. Accepting that and channeling it into my music has helped me forgive and heal myself.”
She also revealed that the single, a pre-released track from her upcoming full-length album ‘ROSIE’, was inspired by her personal struggles.
“There was a time when I hoped to be perfect, completely loved and understood by someone. The song was inspired by times when I was struggling in solitude.”
During the interview, she also talked about her experience working with pop sensation Bruno Mars for their global hit “APT.”
“I was surprised (to work with him) at first, but Bruno Mars was incredibly supportive and inspiring. When I mentioned I was going to be on ‘Newsroom,’ he told me to say, ‘Bruno Mars jjang!’” The Korean word jjang translates to “awesome” or “the best” in English.
The singer said words of encouragement help her the most. “I love working so much that hearing ‘You’re doing great’ really gives me energy. The compliments from my friends especially make me feel like I’m on the right track,” she said.
Reflecting on her early days as a trainee, ROSE said she left her family in Australia at an early age to pursue her music career in Korea.
“I was really alone growing up. I suddenly found myself in Korea, far from home and my family. But I was determined to succeed. When I called my parents in tears, they told me, ‘You can always come back. We just wanted you to have this experience.’ But I couldn’t give up. I told them, ‘I’m not coming back until after I debut,‘” she said.
ROSE described her upcoming album, which drops Friday, as deeply personal. “Making this album has really made me happy. It’s incredibly close to my heart.” She also shared her hopes to consistently produce music that feels authentic.
Before closing, ROSE revealed BLACKPINK’s plans for the new year, hinting at “a new album and a tour.” The four members are currently working with YG Entertainment for their group promotions while pursuing solo activities separately with other labels.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: JTBC
