What Does Its No. 3 Billboard 200 Debut Imply?

2. Clearly a lot of the pastime round Rosie is targeted round “APT.,” the Bruno Mars collab that has crowned the International 200 for the ultimate 8 weeks. After debuting at No. 8 at the Sizzling 100, the music has been buried fairly in fresh weeks by way of the deluge of vacation songs — however do you assume the music nonetheless has the legs to continue to grow into probably the most defining hits of early 2025?

Rania Aniftos: I believe like SZA’s deluxe album will dominate the beginning of 2025, similar to S.O.S did initially of 2023. Then again, I no doubt don’t assume we’ve noticed the top of “APT.” They’ve simplest carried out it as soon as and, who is aware of? Possibly they’ll upload any other celebrity on a remix to enlarge it much more. 

Christopher Claxton: “APT.” has already confirmed itself as a world heavyweight, protecting the No. 1 spot at the International 200 for 8 weeks —an enormous accomplishment. Whilst the monitor’s Sizzling 100 placement has dwindled because of the vacation season, its enchantment stays the similar. As soon as the sessional surge subsides, I consider this report has a robust probability of making a return, particularly with its robust fanbase enhance and Bruno Mars’ signature contact. 

Kyle Denis: Completely. As soon as shoppers and radio programmers have completed up their vacation spoil, they’re going to be at the hunt for pop songs that experience somewhat of familiarity however don’t really feel as overplayed as a few of 2024 greatest hits. That’s precisely the place songs like “APT,” Kendrick’s trio of immediate GNX smashes and Gracie Abrams’ “That’s So True” are available in. “APT” nonetheless hasn’t gotten a remix or a Stateside are living efficiency with each ROSÉ and Bruno provide, there’s no doubt room to develop. 

Jason Lipshutz: We’ll see if “APT.” can surpass its No. 8 top in January, however I’d suspect that the only can be energetic within the best 20 of the Sizzling 100 in early 2025, particularly making an allowance for the way it’s began to make noise on best 40 radio within the U.S. — a platform that’s been notoriously allergic to maximum K-pop artists. With Mars enjoying co-pilot, a monster international listenership and now a number album to spice up streams, even though, “APT.” will most likely have legs as we kick off the brand new yr.

Andrew Unterberger: It in reality seems like we’re simply getting began with “APT.” It’s already large, however now not so pervasive that it feels love it’s run its path — there’s nonetheless a ton of attainable new fanatics available in the market that almost definitely haven’t even heard it but — and radio is simplest simply beginning to give it its complete enhance, which must simplest build up as soon as the vacation rush (and Mars’ different large late-2024 hit, “Die With a Smile”) begins to die down. I’d be beautiful shocked if it didn’t hit a brand new Sizzling 100 top within the first couple months of 2025.

3. Do you assume there’s a 2nd hit to be discovered within the Rosie tracklist? If that is so, what music or songs do you’ve your eye on for that? 

Rania Aniftos: I’m loving “Poisonous Until the Finish.” It’s any such relatable however amusing pop music that, with the correct advertising and perhaps some social media virality, may just propel ROSÉ to Tate McRae- and Chappell Roan-level pop celebrity ranks as a solo celebrity. 

Christopher Claxton: Completely! I believe the following hit might be “Beverages or Espresso,” which is considered one of my non-public favorites from the mission. Whilst it hasn’t cracked the Sizzling 100 but, I consider it’s only a subject of time. As listeners spend extra time with Rosie, they’ll come to understand how particular that monitor is. “Beverages or Espresso” stands proud as it captures the complexities of modern day relationships. ROSÉ and her love pastime are at a crossroads of intimacy and hesitation, making it deeply relatable for someone navigating the push-and-pull of human connection. 

Kyle Denis: I’ve my eye on “Poisonous Until the Finish”; it’s were given some cool Everlasting Sunshine-esque synths and Guts-nodding guitars that stay it in keeping with best 40’s normal sound whilst providing a selected aggregate of components that feels, no less than partly, distinctive to ROSÉ at this time. “Gameboy” may just additionally marvel because the album’s 2nd hit. 

Jason Lipshutz: I’m all in on “Poisonous Until the Finish,” which follows up the party-ready chants of “APT.” with courting angst, mid-tempo frustration and a large, moody refrain. It’s a really perfect exhibit for ROSÉ, and the kind of assured balladry that might function a centerpiece for long run are living performances. “Poisonous” positioned excessive on Spotify’s New Song Friday playlist when Rosie used to be launched, however couldn’t minimize throughout the vacation deluge at the Sizzling 100; we’ll see if it has a possibility to make noise in 2025, however my hands are crossed.

Andrew Unterberger: “Poisonous Until the Finish” seems like a really perfect misplaced Avril Lavigne unmarried — which, as any tune fan between the ages of 20 and 40 is aware of, is near to the most important praise you’ll be able to give a pop-rock unmarried. I concern if it is going to be capable of elbow its approach onto the Sizzling 100 as “APT.” continues to develop within the new yr, however I’m hoping there’s some past due existence in it, as a result of it is a music that merits to transform unavoidable.