The British Phonographic Industry on Jan. 23 announced the nominations of "APT." and "Golden" for International Song of the Year. (Sony Picture Animation's official Facebook and Black Label)

By Lee Jihae

The hits "APT." by Rosé of the K-pop girl group BLACKPINK and American pop star Bruno Mars and "Golden" from the soundtrack to the animated blockbuster "KPop Demon Hunters" have been nominated for the Brit Awards of the U.K.

The British Phonographic Industry on Jan. 23 announced that both songs were nominated for International Song of the Year.

In addition, "Golden" singer-songwriter EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami were nominated for International Group of the Year.

Brits nominees are selected by a judging panel of over 1,000 members including radio and TV hosts, record executives and media personnel. The awards ceremony is slated for Feb. 28 in Manchester.

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