ROSÉ gained international attention through her double nomination at the American Music Awards, one of the top U.S. music shows. Her duet with Bruno Mars led to recognition in both the collaboration and K-pop artist categories. Fans across Korean platforms began voting campaigns and expressed pride in her global impact.
ROSÉ and the American Music Awards: A Spotlight Moment for Global K-pop
BLACKPINK member ROSÉ has been nominated for two major honors at the upcoming American Music Awards (AMAs). As announced on April 24 through the official AMAs website, she appears in both the Collaboration of the Year and Favorite K-Pop Artist categories. The nominations are for “APT.,” her recent musical collaboration with international pop sensation Bruno Mars. This achievement marks another milestone in ROSÉ’s growing international career and reflects her strong presence in the global pop scene.
Intense Competition Awaits ROSÉ at the American Music Awards
In the Collaboration of the Year category, ROSÉ will face some of the industry’s most influential artists. Competing songs include Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther,” Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With a Smile,” and Taylor Swift and Post Malone’s “Fortnight.” While each pairing brings star power and artistry, ROSÉ’s work with Bruno Mars stands out for its genre-blending elegance and global resonance. The category is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about contests at this year’s American Music Awards.
K-pop Stars Share the Spotlight in Fan-Voted Category
In the Favorite K-Pop Artist field, ROSÉ appears alongside several major K-pop names. The AMAs nominated BTS members RM and Jimin, as well as groups like Stray Kids and ATEEZ. This category highlights how fans actively vote to decide the winners. Even with strong representation here, the AMAs left K-pop artists out of broader categories like Artist of the Year, New Artist, Album, and Song of the Year. Many fans felt disappointed but also acknowledged K-pop’s impressive growth on the global stage.
The American Music Awards and Its Meaning for Artists Like ROSÉ
Many regard the American Music Awards as one of the three most prestigious music awards in the United States, along with the Grammys and Billboard Music Awards. The AMAs stand out because fans vote directly to choose the winners, reflecting true popular appeal. In 2021, BTS made headlines when they won the top prize, Artist of the Year. Now, ROSÉ looks ready to follow that path as fans actively support her nominations with great enthusiasm.
Korean Communities Celebrate and Discuss ROSÉ and the AMAs
After the nominations came out, major Korean online communities buzzed with excitement and praise. On Instiz, users filled the thread with heart emojis and supportive comments for ROSÉ. On theqoo, BTS fans focused on RM and Jimin. They actively discussed the nominations and encouraged others to join the voting. Meanwhile, users on MLBPARK showed genuine surprise. They pointed out how ATEEZ appeared beside globally dominant names like BTS and ROSÉ. The conversation reflected changing views about K-pop’s internal hierarchy and wider global recognition.
ROSÉ Heads to Las Vegas for the American Music Awards Ceremony
The 2025 American Music Awards ceremony is set to take place on May 26 in Las Vegas. Fans around the world are looking forward to the event, not just as a competition, but as a celebration of musical diversity and fan-powered achievement. For artists like ROSÉ, the AMAs offer a unique opportunity to connect with an international audience and showcase the cultural reach of K-pop. The anticipation continues to grow as fans prepare to support their favorite acts with every vote.

Here’s a link to instiz. Here’s a link to theqoo.
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OMG, looks like we might see Rosé and Bruno Mars on the AMAs stage?! So freakin’ proud!