BLACKPINK’s Rosé has taken another major step in her solo career with the release of her new track Messy, featured on the official soundtrack of the upcoming Formula 1 film. Dropped globally on May 9, 2025, the song quickly shot up the U.S. iTunes chart, debuting at No. 54 — the highest-ever entry for an original soundtrack by a female K-pop soloist in iTunes history.
Despite having no major promotional push — no teasers, interviews, or traditional media rollout — Messy captured the attention of global listeners immediately. Rosé’s name surged to the top of trending lists across social media, with fans applauding the song’s emotional vulnerability and cinematic sound. The track’s organic success is a testament to Rosé’s performance and her loyal international fanbase.
On the Worldwide iTunes Chart, Messy made an even bigger impact, debuting at No. 2 — the highest position ever achieved by a female K-pop soloist. Joining it in the top ranks was Priceless, another highlight featuring Lisa, while Lisa’s Born Again, a collaboration with Doja Cat and RAYE, debuted at No. 3. Fellow BLACKPINK member Jennie followed close behind, reaching No. 4 with Love Hangover, her joint effort with Dominic Fike.
What adds even more weight to Rosé’s latest accomplishment is the record it broke. Messy outperformed One of the Girls, the 2023 collaboration between The Weeknd and Jennie for HBO’s The Idol, which had previously peaked at No. 140 on the same chart. Unlike some of these high-profile collabs, Rosé’s achievement came as a solo act, underscoring the strength of her own artistic identity.
Co-written by Rosé, Messy takes a softer, more introspective direction than some of her earlier solo work. The track blends soft pop-rock with orchestral elements to create a melancholic, cinematic atmosphere. The lyrics reflect on emotional turbulence and quiet confusion, resonating deeply with listeners across languages and borders.
Accompanying the release is a visually striking music video set in the glowing nighttime streets of Las Vegas. Rather than echoing the high-speed thrill of Formula 1, the video opts for a more poetic pace, showing Rosé in elegant outfits, slowly moving through the city in solitude — a creative contrast that deepens the emotional impact of the song.
Rosé is the only K-pop artist featured on F1: The Album, which is set to release in full on June 27 alongside the movie’s premiere. Atlantic Records confirmed the soundtrack includes a diverse lineup of global stars, making Rosé’s inclusion all the more significant. It’s a nod to her rising influence and to K-pop’s increasing presence in global pop culture and major media franchises.
Fans have been flooding social platforms with praise, celebrating her as a trailblazer and calling for acoustic or live renditions of Messy. Hashtags like “#RoséSupremacy” and “#QueenRosé” have taken off, further solidifying her status as a standout figure in the music scene.
With Messy, Rosé doesn’t just contribute to a blockbuster soundtrack — she delivers a statement of artistic growth and individual power. It’s a defining moment that pushes her further beyond the label of K-pop idol and into the realm of global artistry.
