Fans are happy to know that the 1997-born singer is credited as a writer. In an interview with Billboard, Rose alludes to what it means his name is legally registered.
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BLACKPINK's Rose made her solo debut in March with her album “-R-“. Two songs included in it are the title song "On The Ground" and another ballad song "Gone" which he wrote himself along with several other producers.
Fans are happy to know that the 1997-born singer is credited as a writer on both songs with experienced veterans such as BLACKPINK's own main producer, Teddy. In an interview with Billboard, Rose alluded to what it meant that his name was officially registered.
"You are credited as a co-author for the first time. What does it mean for you to 'increase' your involvement in the creative process?" asked Billboard. He revealed that it was a new experience to be fully involved in the process, saying, "This is the first time I have approached songwriting."
At the same time, he and his fellow BLACKPINK members were welcomed to give their input on their previous works. "But in the past when we were preparing all of our music, we were all in the process (in other ways), so it wasn't too new for me," continued Rose.
Overall it was a nice experience for him. "It's very nice to convey my opinion and thoughts," he said. Because he can add his personal touch to the album, it becomes a record that reflects him as a person.
"I think that's the reason why the final product sounds like me. That's also the reason (we felt) so confident about it when it was released," he said.
Rose isn't the only BLACKPINK member credited as a songwriter. Jennie and Jisoo previously worked on the Album's title song, "Lovesick Girls" with other professional musicians. No wonder BLACKPINK members really understand the meaning and meaning of their songs.
On the other hand, Rose is now the first female artist in 19 years to sell half a million albums. Her cumulative album sales to date have counted more than 500,000 copies.
According to YG Entertainment, Rose's solo single album "-R-", which was released in three formats namely CD, LP, and KiT, has sold 502,447 copies. This is the first time in about 19 years a Korean female solo artist has reached sales of half a million.
The last record of this achievement was in 2002, when the BoA "No. 1" surpassed 500,000 copies. It is also one of the most successful results in the music industry compared to the top girl groups of the 1990s. (wk / daughter)
