How BLACKPINK's Rosé Helped a 42-Year-Old Song Enter MelOn's Daily Chart For The First Time Ever

BLACKPINK‘s Rosé and Bruno Mars have unintentionally sparked a massive resurgence for the 1982 classic with their recent mega-hit “APT.”

The success of their addictive single brought a huge wave of attention to veteran Korean singer Yoon Soo Il and his 80s hit “Apartment.” So much so that the track made its debut on MelOn’s Daily Chart… 42 years after its release.

On October 25, Yoon’s “Apartment” entered the top 1000, reaching the No. 951 position — a milestone that has surprised many, as it marks the song’s first appearance on the chart in its 42-year history. Netizens are crediting the sudden rise in listeners to Rosé and Bruno Mars’ “APT.”

Since “APT.” was released on October 18, Yoon’s “Apartment” has seen a significant spike in streaming numbers. On MelOn alone, daily listeners for “Apartment” increased by 122% from October 17 to October 22, while on Genie Music, another major Korean streaming platform, the song’s weekly streams soared by 190% following the release of “APT.”

The connection between the two songs has also inspired fans to create remix videos that blend the tracks together. One popular remix combining “APT.” with Yoon’s original “Apartment” racked up over 100,000 views on YouTube within just a day, and surpassed 300,000 views within three days. Various versions of these remixes have gone viral across online communities and social media platforms, receiving enthusiastic reactions from both long-time listeners and new fans alike.

Fans agree that Yoon Soo Il’s “Apartment” charting and renewed popularity reflect the massive influence and success, as well as impact, “APT.” has had. The track is a smashing hit not only in South Korea but even beyond. As such, Rosé has not only set new records herself but has also breathed new life into a piece of Korea’s musical history.

Source: Sports Chosun