Kamal Ghorui
Rosé started the Grammys 2026 in the biggest way possible. She opened the whole show with Bruno Mars. It was not a small thing. It was loud, full of energy, and it almost felt like a club and not a formal award show. Their performance of “APT” was the first thing everyone saw on TV. It became one of the biggest moments of the night within seconds. It was also a historic moment. Rosé became the first K-pop solo artist ever to perform at the Grammy Awards.
Bruno Mars’ introduction felt like a strong message
Bruno Mars came on stage and introduced her with the words, “Ladies and gentleman, big bad Rosie.” It was a big, powerful entry. It did not feel like she was just a guest. It felt like her moment. It looked like the Grammys wanted to make a strong statement with her performance. “APT” is very special to Rosé. The song is inspired by a Korean drinking game and she co-wrote it. It is her biggest solo hit and it helped her step out as a strong solo artist beyond Blackpink.
Fans on Twitter could not stop talking
Right after the performance, Twitter was filled with love for Rosé. One person wrote, “GRAMMY HISTORY MAKER ROSÉ.” Another one said, “GRAMMY PERFORMER ROSÉ #ROSÉ #GRAMMYs.” Someone else wrote, “you’re fkg incredible.”A Brazilian commentator on TNT said, “THAT’S HOW YOU OPEN A GRAMMY.”Another fan commented, “want to tattoo this part on my foreheadGRAMMY HISTORY MAKER ROSÉ #ROSÉ #GRAMMY.”Another person wrote, “oh godsé the woman that you are mama.”
