BLACKPINK’s Rose has sparked a heated debate about her solo career after revealing insights into her limited music releases. Fans are outraged at YG Entertainment’s handling of her solo opportunities.”
K-pop sensation BLACKPINK’s Rose recently caused a stir among fans and netizens following her comments about her solo music during an interview with Z100. Rosé, who just released her new solo track “APT.” in collaboration with global icon Bruno Mars, revealed some candid thoughts on her solo career, sparking widespread criticism of YG Entertainment for allegedly limiting her creative output.
During the interview, Rosé was asked about her plans for performing on stage and how she envisions her future as a solo artist. Her response struck a chord with many, as she explained, “To be honest, because I haven’t had 12 songs in my life before — only had 2, right — I had to kind of live it out a little bit.”
Her words quickly caught the attention of fans, as they underscored the reality that Rose has only released two official solo tracks, “On The Ground” and “Gone,” outside of her work with BLACKPINK. Many found this statement to be a subtle criticism, or “diss,” toward YG Entertainment, the agency responsible for managing BLACKPINK. Fans have long been frustrated by how YG Entertainment has managed Rose’s solo career, particularly with only two solo songs released so far.
Rose further shared that she has been experimenting with new music and is eager to perform her solo songs live, but only when the timing feels right. This revelation added to the frustration of fans, who have long advocated for the BLACKPINK members to have more creative freedom and the chance to release more solo material. For many, Rosé’s admission confirmed what they had suspected for years — that YG Entertainment’s management decisions were restricting her artistic potential.
In response, netizens and fans flooded social media with comments criticizing YG Entertainment. One fan commented, “Seeing BLACKPINK’s success, it’s baffling that YG would hold them back like this. They deserve to have the same creative freedom that male artists in the company get.”
Another fan expressed their sympathy for Rosé, saying, “She’s been a soloist for years now, but with only two songs? YG really failed her.”
Despite the criticism directed at her label, Rosé did not fail to express gratitude towards her fellow BLACKPINK members during the interview, praising their unwavering support for her solo ventures. She emphasized that the close-knit bond within the group has helped her navigate the challenges of balancing group and solo projects.
As the conversation around Rosé’s solo career grows, fans continue to rally behind her, calling for YG Entertainment to give the talented vocalist more freedom to release music. With the success of “APT.” and her collaboration with Bruno Mars, many are hopeful that this could mark the beginning of a new chapter in Rosé’s solo journey — one that will allow her to fully showcase her artistic range.
While the controversy surrounding her solo career has ignited discussions about YG Entertainment’s treatment of its female artists, Rosé’s optimism and determination to continue experimenting with her music offer a glimmer of hope to her dedicated fanbase. The spotlight now remains on YG, as fans await their response and, hopefully, more solo projects from Rosé in the future.
