In an enlightening interview with The New York Times released on November 23rd, BLACKPINK's Rosé discussed her long-awaited debut solo album, 'Rosie,’ which is set to be released on December 6th. The excitement in her voice was palpable as she expressed, “It feels like I’ve been waiting my entire life to release this album.” Despite long-held dreams, she admitted, “While I dreamed of releasing an album someday, I never thought it would actually happen. When I began this process last year, I doubted myself a lot.”

Born in New Zealand and relocating to Australia at the young age of eight, Rosé embarked on her musical journey by joining YG Entertainment in 2012, following a successful audition at merely 15 years old. Looking back on her years as a trainee, she described them as profoundly isolating, revealing, "The loneliness I had to endure was something I didn’t fully understand. It was traumatic to the point of being shocking, but I survived.”

The struggles didn’t end upon her debut with BLACKPINK in 2016. Rosé reflected on her initial years in the spotlight, stating, “The first few years were personally very difficult, but over time, I started to adapt and learned how to navigate this new world.” The pressure to maintain a flawless public persona weighed heavily on her, especially within the realm of K-pop fan culture. She confessed, “We were trained to always present ourselves in a perfect way, especially when interacting with fans online. We were made to appear as the perfect girls to everyone.”

During the conversation, Rosé became visibly emotional discussing the online harassment faced by female artists. “I consider myself a strong person, and I don’t want to react emotionally,” she shared. “But when it happens, it makes me feel really, really bad.” Her candidness sheds light on the darker side of fame, highlighting the vulnerability that often accompanies success.

Songwriting emerged as a critical coping mechanism for Rosé, allowing her to channel her experiences into her art. “Songwriting came as a blessing when I really needed it. I would bring a big problem into the process, put it into a song, and then it would leave my heart,” she explained, showcasing her profound connection to music as a form of emotional release.

As Rosé gears up for this exciting new chapter of her career, she continues to resonate with fans around the globe, not only as a talented artist but also as a symbol of resilience and strength in the face of adversity. Her journey serves as an inspiration, reminding us all that even in the world of glitz and glamour, authenticity and perseverance prevail. Don't miss the chance to dive into her powerful music when 'Rosie' drops on December 6th!