Rosé’s latest single “APT.” with Bruno Mars is taking the music charts by storm, but what exactly does “APT.” stand for? Short for the Korean word “아파트” (apateu), meaning “apartment,” the title also references a popular Korean drinking game often played in apartments.
Rosé shared the origins of the track in a recent interview, revealing that the song was inspired by a fun session in the studio where she taught Bruno Mars and her team the rules of the game.
Initially, it started as a joke, but the concept eventually transformed into a catchy single. Rosé even admitted to questioning whether writing a song about a drinking game was too lighthearted, but the overwhelmingly positive response encouraged her to complete it.
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How to Play APT.
The game involves participants placing their hands in a circle, chanting “apateu,” and taking turns stacking their hands. When a number is called, players race to put their hands on top, with the last person taking a shot.
Collaboration with Bruno Mars
Rosé described working with Bruno as one of the most surreal experiences of her life. Together, they crafted a playful and flirtatious song that combines fun lyrics with groovy beats.
Song Theme and Lyrics
In “APT.,” Rosé and Bruno Mars sing about mutual attraction, using the drinking game as a way to connect. While Rosé teases with lines like “Kissy face, kissy face / Sent to your phone, but / I’m tryna kiss your lips for real,” Bruno amps up the energy with lyrics like “Turn this apartment into a club / I’m talkin’ drink, dance, smoke, freak, party all night.”
The song also includes multiple Korean phrases such as “건배, 건배” (Cheers, cheers) and an introduction referencing Chaeyoung (Rosé’s Korean name): “채영이가 좋아하는 랜덤 게임” (Chaeyoung’s favorite random game).
English Lyrics to APT.
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
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 & 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
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
With its playful theme and irresistible beats, “APT.” has quickly become a fan favorite, further showcasing Rosé’s versatility and charm. Cheers to another hit!
