Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"Freedom is like I mean the feeling of the opposite of the word kind of feels like because I'm not anonymous I guess a lot more people than before recognize me and so it does kind of stop me from having some experiences and so I feel like if I were to be anonymous for a day then I would feel free to do so many fun things." — Rosé
"I think from a young age it's just kind of like trained my brain to dream like big and I think which is crazy this is kind of almost happening now is that like I always kind of thought like I really want to like be as big as like like Beyonce and I loved her and like Michael Jackson and I thought like I'm gonna be big and then I guess over the years I think reality kind of hit now looking back I think it means way more to me than I thought it does and myself and many other girls and kids around the world who are now seeing a bit of a difference in culture and I think it does excite me and it scares me a little bit to be honest but ultimately I think I'll just make me really happy if any girl in like high school now just feels like they can go to school and talk about Korean food that they like or anything different or type of music they like." — Rosé
"I think it's all of that I feel like um we're best friends we assist is we're a like family we are colleagues what else did you say what yeah what else was on the table it's really all of that combined it's I do agree that it is a very unique um relationship that we have but over time more layers have added been added on to the type of relationship we have but even more so I think it feels more solid and as I've actually had that one year apart from the girls which we were very much apart everyone was so busy flying we're like we couldn't tell who was where um we've also created unique experiences outside of black pink after coming after you know sharing all of that together and growing together we all went out and experienced the world individually past that but to come back with those experiences there's nothing better to feel like this somebody that understands exactly how you might have felt or what you feel — and it is a unique unique experience as everyone has their own but just knowing that even my like actual family doesn't understand what I feel sometimes or even my best friend doesn't see the world exactly how I've seen it but you know there's so much in my life that black pink understands and so it's so nice to meet like the girls along the way of this whole journey and being able to talk about things and feel like I'm being heard and understood and I don't have to make it up I don't have to explain over like hours about why I'm feeling this type of way — and I feel like that's just gonna keep going over the years." — Rosé
The episode features an in-depth conversation between Alex Cooper and Rosé of BLACKPINK, conducted during a visit to Seoul. Rosé shares candid details about her early life, including her father's encouragement to audition for entertainment companies despite her initial hesitations. She recounts the intense competition and her surprising success in an audition that led to her training in Korea at a young age. The narrative delves into the demanding K-pop trainee system, emphasizing the emotional challenges of being separated from family, the lack of privacy, and the constant pressure to perform. Rosé discusses the cultural adjustments she had to make and the feelings of alienation she sometimes experienced due to her upbringing in Australia.
As the conversation progresses, Rosé reflects on the concept of freedom, which for her, is intrinsically linked to anonymity. She expresses a desire to experience everyday moments without the constant attention of being a global superstar, such as visiting a theme park with a loved one without being recognized. The discussion also touches upon her solo album, "R," and the vulnerability she poured into her music, particularly the song "On the Ground," and the personal impact of receiving a Grammy nomination. She elaborates on the theme of "Number One Girl" and the pressures of seeking validation, detailing how writing about her insecurities allowed her to connect with fans on a deeper level and fostered a sense of liberation.
The latter half of the interview explores Rosé's evolving understanding of relationships, self-worth, and industry pressures. She discusses the complexities of navigating romantic relationships in the public eye and her preference for privacy to protect loved ones. Rosé also shares insights into her strong bond with her BLACKPINK bandmates, describing their relationship as a multifaceted family unit comprising best friends, sisters, and colleagues. Looking towards the future, she expresses a desire for continued growth, personal fulfillment, and the peace that comes from living authentically, regardless of the path her career may take.