Introduction to ‘APT.’
Released on October 18, 2024, “rosé apt. lyrics.” marks a vibrant collaboration between BLACKPINK’s ROSÉ and multi-talented artist Bruno Mars. Serving as the lead single from ROSÉ’s debut solo album rosie, the track blends playful pop-rock elements with infectious hooks. The song quickly gained traction for its repetitive chorus and fusion of English and Korean lyrics, drawing from ROSÉ’s cultural background. It’s Bruno Mars’ second major collaboration of the year, following “Die With A Smile” with Lady Gaga.
The title “APT.” is an abbreviation for “apateu,” the Korean word for “apartment,” but it doubles as the name of a popular Korean drinking game. ROSÉ, whose Korean name is Chaeyoung, introduced the game to Bruno Mars during studio sessions, sparking the song’s creation. What started as a joke evolved into a fun, flirty anthem about desire and late-night adventures.
The Full Romanized Lyrics
Here are the complete romanized lyrics, structured by sections for clarity:
[Intro] Chaeyoung-iga joahaneun Random game Random game Game start
[Chorus: ROSÉ] Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh
[Verse 1: ROSÉ] Kissy face, kissy face Sent to your phone, but I’m tryna kiss your lips for real (Uh-huh, uh-huh) Red hearts, red hearts That’s what I’m on, yeah Come give me somethin’ I can feel, oh-oh, oh
[Pre-Chorus: ROSÉ] Don’t you want me like I want you, baby? Don’t you need me like I need you now? Sleep tomorrow, but tonight, go crazy All you gotta do is just meet me at the
[Chorus: ROSÉ] Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh
[Verse 2: Bruno Mars, ROSÉ, Bruno Mars & ROSÉ] It’s whatever (Whatever), it’s whatever (Whatever) It’s whatever (Whatever) you like (Woo) Turn this apateu into a club (Uh-huh, uh-huh) I’m talkin’ drink, dance, smoke, freak, party all night (Come on) Geonbae, geonbae, girl, what’s up? Oh-oh, oh
[Pre-Chorus: Bruno Mars & ROSÉ] Don’t you want me like I want you, baby? Don’t you need me like I need you now? Sleep tomorrow, but tonight, go crazy All you gotta do is just meet me at the
[Chorus: ROSÉ & Bruno Mars] Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh
[Bridge: ROSÉ, ROSÉ & Bruno Mars] Hey, so now you know the game Are you ready? ‘Cause I’m comin’ to get ya, get ya, get ya Hold on, hold on I’m on my way Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah, yeah I’m on my way Hold on, hold on I’m on my way Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah, yeah I’m on my way
[Pre-Chorus: ROSÉ & Bruno Mars] Don’t you want me like I want you, baby? Don’t you need me like I need you now? Sleep tomorrow, but tonight, go crazy All you gotta do is just meet me at the
[Chorus: ROSÉ, Bruno Mars, ROSÉ & Bruno Mars] Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Just meet me at the (Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh) Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Just meet me at the (Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh) Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Just meet me at the (Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh) Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Apateu, apateu Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh
English Translation of the Lyrics
For non-Korean speakers, here’s the full English translation:
[Intro] Chaeyoung’s favorite random game Random game Game start
[Chorus: ROSÉ] Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh
[Verse 1: ROSÉ] Kissy face, kissy face Sent to your phone, but I’m tryna kiss your lips for real (Uh-huh, uh-huh) Red hearts, red hearts That’s what I’m on, yeah Come give me somethin’ I can feel, oh-oh, oh
[Pre-Chorus: ROSÉ] Don’t you want me like I want you, baby? Don’t you need me like I need you now? Sleep tomorrow, but tonight, go crazy All you gotta do is just meet me at the
[Chorus: ROSÉ] Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh
[Verse 2: Bruno Mars, Bruno Mars & ROSÉ] It’s whatever (Whatever), it’s whatever (Whatever) It’s whatever (Whatever) you like (Woo) Turn this apartment into a club (Uh-huh, uh-huh) I’m talkin’ drink, dance, smoke, freak, party all night (Come on) Cheers, cheers, girl, what’s up? Oh-oh, oh
[Pre-Chorus: Bruno Mars & ROSÉ] Don’t you want me like I want you, baby? Don’t you need me like I need you now? Sleep tomorrow, but tonight, go crazy All you gotta do is just meet me at the
[Chorus: ROSÉ & Bruno Mars] Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh
[Bridge: ROSÉ, ROSÉ & Bruno Mars] Hey, so now you know the game Are you ready? ’Cause I’m comin’ to get ya, get ya, get ya Hold on, hold on I’m on my way Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah, yeah I’m on my way Hold on, hold on I’m on my way Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah, yeah I’m on my way
[Pre-Chorus: ROSÉ & Bruno Mars] Don’t you want me like I want you, baby? Don’t you need me like I need you now? Sleep tomorrow, but tonight, go crazy All you gotta do is just meet me at the
[Chorus: ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, ROSÉ, Bruno Mars] Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Just meet me at the (Uh-huh, uh-huh) Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Just meet me at the (Uh-huh, uh-huh) Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Just meet me at the (Uh-huh, uh-huh) Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Apartment, apartment Uh, uh-huh, uh-huh
Breakdown and Analysis
The song opens with an intro referencing the “random game” – a nod to the APT. drinking game. The chorus’s repetitive “apateu” mimics the game’s chant, creating an earworm effect. Verse 1 from ROSÉ builds flirtation with digital-to-real affection imagery, like “kissy face” emojis turning into real kisses.
In Verse 2, Bruno Mars amps up the party vibe, suggesting transforming the apartment into a club with activities like drinking and dancing. Korean words like “geonbae” (cheers) infuse cultural flavor. The pre-chorus emphasizes mutual desire and living in the moment, culminating in the invitation to “meet me at the” apartment.
The bridge heightens anticipation, with ROSÉ and Bruno building excitement about arriving for the fun. Overall, the structure uses repetition for catchiness, blending pop-rock with ’80s influences from Toni Basil’s “Mickey.”
The Meaning and Inspiration Behind ‘APT.’
At its core, “APT.” is about flirtation and escapism, using the drinking game as a metaphor for letting loose. ROSÉ explained in Vogue: “APT. is actually a Korean drinking game that I love to play with my friends. Basically, we were hanging out in the studio and I was like how about I teach you guys some Korean drinking games and then I started doing it.” She initially worried it was “too unserious” but embraced the fun.
The game involves chanting “apateu” while stacking hands; the last person drinks. This ties into lyrics about partying all night. ROSÉ’s fandom for Bruno Mars, shown by attending his concerts in Seoul and Los Angeles, added authenticity to their chemistry.
Cultural Impact and Reception
“rosé apt. lyrics and Western pop, highlighting ROSÉ’s solo transition. It debuted strongly on charts, praised for its groovy instrumental and vocal synergy. Fans appreciated the cultural nod, sparking interest in Korean games. As of 2025, it remains a staple in playlists, embodying joy and cross-cultural collaboration.