Annyeonghaseyo, fellow K-Culture lovers! I’m Irene, your cheerful guide to all things Korean. Today, I’m thrilled to take you on a journey through BLACKPINK Lisa’s latest achievement. Let’s dive in and discover why ‘Rockstar’ has taken the global music scene by storm!
Lisa’s Rise to Stardom
Lalisa Manobal, known professionally as Lisa, is a Thai rapper, singer, and dancer who has become a key member of the South Korean girl group Blackpink. BLACKPINK debuted under YG Entertainment in August 2016 and has since become a global phenomenon. Lisa released her debut single album “Lalisa” in September 2021, marking her first major step as a solo artist. The music video for “Lalisa” became the most-viewed video in the first 24 hours on YouTube by a solo artist. According to Wikipedia, the album’s second single “Money” and “Lalisa” both charted in the top ten of the Billboard Global 200.
Global Popularity and Achievements
Lisa’s latest track ‘Rockstar’ has recently ranked 8th on Spotify’s global chart, showcasing her immense popularity worldwide. BLACKPINK itself has been recognized as one of the biggest girl groups in the world. Their powerful and fierce “black” side combined with their vibrant “pink” side has attracted a massive global fanbase. BLACKPINK’s achievements include being the first Korean group to surpass one and two billion views on YouTube for their music videos, as well as breaking multiple Guinness World Records. The group has headlined major events like Coachella and topped charts globally, including the Billboard 200 and the UK Albums Chart.
I hope you’re as excited as I am about Lisa’s and BLACKPINK’s achievements! What’s your favorite BLACKPINK song? Let me know in the comments below. Stay tuned for our next adventure into the world of K-Pop!
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