Rosé and Bruno Mars’ collaboration “APT.” has become a global phenomenon, topping music charts worldwide.
Amid this explosive success, some have alleged similarities between “APT.” and a 2013 song by Japanese singer Sawai Miku. However, industry experts have dismissed these claims, explaining that the resemblance lies in widely used chords that are prevalent across many genres of music. Unlike melody or rhythm, which could indicate more intentional replication, chord progressions are often similar in numerous songs, making the plagiarism accusations unfounded.
Additionally, AI-generated songs mimicking “APT.” have surfaced to bolster these accusations, sparking further criticism. Netizens commented, “People just want to tear down success,” and, “These claims are baseless and petty.”
Since its release on October 18, “APT.” has achieved numerous milestones, including being the first by a female Korean soloist to top the U.S. Spotify chart and leading the global Spotify Daily Top Songs chart. The pre-release single adds to the anticipation for Rosé’s full solo album, set to drop on December 6.
Source: Nate
