BLACKPINK Rosé Wins Historic MTV VMA Song of Year

BLACKPINK's Rosé made history by becoming the first K-pop artist to win Song of the Year at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards for her collaboration with Bruno Mars on "APT." The award marked a significant milestone not only for Rosé but also for K-pop’s growing influence globally, with fellow BLACKPINK member Lisa winning Best K-Pop for "Born Again," her second consecutive win in that category. Rosé delivered an emotional speech dedicating the award to her 16-year-old self, who she described as an 'oddball' dreaming of pursuing her passion, and thanked Bruno Mars, her BLACKPINK members, family, and team. The ceremony, hosted by LL Cool J at UBS Arena in New York, also honored icons such as Mariah Carey and featured Lady Gaga as the most-nominated artist. Rosé’s eight nominations, including for Video of the Year and Best Pop, underscored her prominence at the event where she emphasized perseverance and self-belief in her acceptance speech. The night highlighted the global dominance of K-pop with multiple nominations across the genre, showcasing its impact on the international music scene.