BLACKPINK ROSÉ Earns 3 Major Grammy Nominations for ‘APT.’

K-pop superstar ROSÉ of BLACKPINK has officially been nominated for three major categories at the upcoming 68th Grammy Awards. The Recording Academy announced the highly anticipated list of nominees on November 8, 2025, recognizing her hit collaboration “APT.” with pop icon Bruno Mars. The song is in the running for Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, marking a significant milestone for the artist and K-pop’s global influence.

A Historic Moment for K-Pop at the Grammys

The nominations for ROSÉ place her among the top contenders at the most prestigious awards in the American music industry. The song “APT.” was eligible for consideration as it was released within the Grammy period, which ran from late August 2024 to late August 2025. Following a 12-day first-round voting period in October 2025, the final nominees were selected, highlighting the track’s critical and commercial success. This achievement continues the legacy of Korean artists at the awards, following in the footsteps of luminaries like the acclaimed soprano Sumi Jo, a previous Grammy awardee. The nominations for ROSÉ at the Grammy Awards underscore the growing global impact of K-pop artists.

Navigating a Field of Global Superstars

ROSÉ faces stiff competition from some of the world’s biggest musical acts across the three nominated categories. The nominations reflect a year of powerful releases and collaborations, setting the stage for a highly competitive awards ceremony.

Competition in ‘Song of the Year’

For the coveted Song of the Year award, which recognizes songwriting, ROSÉ and Bruno Mars’s “APT.” is nominated alongside a strong lineup. The other contenders include Lady Gaga with “Abracadabra,” Doechii’s “Anxiety,” Bad Bunny’s “DtMF,” the song “Golden” from the “K-Pop Demon Hunters” soundtrack, and “luther” by SZA & Kendrick Lamar. This category highlights the impressive songwriting talent of ROSÉ in a competitive field.

Vying for ‘Record of the Year’

The Record of the Year category, which honors the overall production and performance of a song, is equally star-studded. “APT.” will compete against Lady Gaga’s “Abracadabra,” SZA & Kendrick Lamar’s “luther,” Bad Bunny’s “DtMF,” Sabrina Carpenter’s “Manchild,” and Billie Eilish’s “Wildflower.” A win in this category would be a monumental achievement for ROSÉ and her production team.

The ‘Best Pop Duo/Group Performance’ Category

In the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category, the collaboration between ROSÉ and Bruno Mars is up against other major group acts and duets. The nominees include the global girl group CATS EYE for their song “Gabriela” and the track “Golden” from the movie “K-Pop Demon Hunters,” making it a particularly interesting category for K-pop fans.

The Road to the 68th Grammy Awards

With the nominations now public, all eyes will turn to the main event. The 68th Grammy Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, USA. Music fans around the world will be eagerly watching to see if ROSÉ can convert her historic nominations into a win, further cementing her status as a global music icon.

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