When we come together, we are Blackpink. When we separate, we are the strongest solo. [엑’s 이슈] : ZUM News

(Reporter Jo Hye-jin, Xports News) When the four come together, they become a representative K-pop girl group, and individually, they become the strongest soloist. Blackpink lives even when united and disperses.

After ending their exclusive contract with YG Entertainment last year, Blackpink members only renewed their contract on a group basis. Since then, the members have been focusing on their individual activities and are living up to their name by achieving good results in their solo activities as well.

First, Jenny released the single ‘Mantra’ last October after establishing the independent label OA Entertainment. ‘Mantra’ is a song containing a message of encouragement that everyone shines in their own way, and Jennie’s unique confident aura stands out. Jennie not only solidified her own style with this song, but also achieved extraordinary results even though it was a new song released a year after ‘YOU & ME’.

Jennie became the first K-pop female solo artist to take first place on the US iTunes ‘Top Song’ chart this year with ‘Mantra’, and the music video ranked first in trending videos on YouTube in Korea and the US, and first in YouTube Trending Worldwide. It showed amazing ripple effects.

Last month, Rosé released her new song ‘APT.’, which was inspired by the apartment game widely known in Korea. This song, featuring pop star Bruno Mars, topped the domestic music charts immediately after its release and also hit charts in the Americas and Asia. With this song, Rosé became the first K-pop female solo artist to reach #1 on Spotify in the US, and broke career highs day after day by reaching 100 million streams on Spotify in 7 days and breaking the record for the shortest time for a K-pop female solo artist. He became the main character of the ‘craze’.

Rosé is also scheduled to release her first full-length album ‘Rosie’ on December 6th. ‘Apartment’ is a pre-released song from the regular album, and the album contains a total of 12 songs. Rosé participates in writing and composing all songs and tells her own honest and intimate story. Rosé, who succeeded in ‘global warming’, plans to continue the momentum by releasing another pre-released single ‘number one girl’ on the 22nd.

Lisa, who founded Loud Company, also officially announced the release of next year’s full-length album on the 20th. Lisa has been actively working with songs such as ‘ROCKSTAR’, ‘NEW WOMAN’, and ‘Moonlit Floor’, and has been ranked ‘Billboard Global Excl. US’. It performed well on global charts, including No. 1 on Thailand’s Spotify chart.

In particular, Lisa, who has a strong fandom overseas, has also stood on global stages such as the ‘Global Citizen Festival’ and Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. Lisa, who is more active than ever in her solo career, is said to be planning to release her first full-length album ‘ALTER EGO’ after her debut on February 28th next year and show off the capabilities she has honed over the years.

Jisoo debuted as a solo singer in March last year and performed with the title song ‘Flower’. ‘Flower’ led various challenge crazes during its activities and ranked high on the charts. Recently, it surpassed 500 million streams on Spotify.

Jisoo, who received a lot of love for her solo activities, is focusing on acting after establishing her personal label Blissoo last February. Jisoo has completed filming the fantasy blockbuster movie ‘Omniscient Reader’s Perspective’ and will also appear in the drama ‘Monthly Boyfriend’. However, a recent Xports News report reported that Jisoo is speeding up final preparations ahead of her solo comeback. The agency declined to comment, saying, “Nothing has been decided yet,” but raised expectations about the possibility of seeing ‘singer’ Jisoo.

The four members of Blackpink are also creating great records as solo artists. Among these, Jennie and Lisa are drawing attention as their names are included in the 2025 lineup of the largest music festival in the United States, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (hereinafter referred to as ‘Coachella’), which was announced on the 20th (local time). dragged. The two people who performed on stage as Blackpink in 2019 and 2023 returned to ‘Coachella’ as solo artists, proving their powerful solo firepower.

Blackpink members, considered one of the global girl groups, are waging successful individual battles. In particular, they announced that they will resume full-length activities with YG Entertainment next year. As they have ignited their individual activities ahead of next year’s world tour, expectations are growing to see how much synergy and impact the complete group will have.

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**With each member achieving significant milestones in their solo careers, what strategies can Blackpink employ to maintain a cohesive group identity while ‍fostering the individual growth and artistic expression of its members?**

## Blackpink’s Solo Success: A World-Today News Exclusive Interview

**Welcome to World-Today News! Today we’re joined by two esteemed guests to discuss the remarkable solo success of K-pop sensation, Blackpink. Joining us is [Guest 1 Name and Credentials – ideally a music critic or industry expert] and [Guest 2 Name and Credentials – ideally a fan culture expert or K-pop journalist]. Thank you ‌for joining us.**

**Let’s dive straight in. ⁣Blackpink has been lauded for achieving both phenomenal⁣ group success and successful individual⁤ endeavors. [Guest 1], what do you think are the key factors contributing to this unique dynamic?**

**Section 1: The Power of Individuality**

* ⁤**[Guest 1]:** You ‍mentioned the incredibly strong individual performances of each member. Could you​ elaborate on how their distinct styles and musical identities contribute to Blackpink’s overall⁢ appeal?

* **[Guest 2]:** From a fan perspective, what makes each member’s⁣ solo‍ projects so engaging, and how do these ‌individual successes enhance the overall Blackpink fandom experience?

**Section 2: Chart-Topping⁢ Achievements and Global Impact**

* **[Guest 1]:** The article highlights Jennie’s record-breaking dominance on the US ‍iTunes charts and Rosé’s impressive ‍Spotify numbers. What does this⁤ say about Blackpink’s growing global influence and reach?

* **[Guest 2]:** Lisa’s Coachella performance further solidifies Blackpink’s presence on a global stage. How has Blackpink broken down barriers for K-pop artists ​internationally, and‌ how are their members paving the way for⁣ future generations?

**Section 3:‌ Balancing ‌Act: Solo Careers and⁤ Group Success**

* **[Guest 1]:** ⁢With Jisoo’s‍ rumored comeback and the group’s confirmed reunion next year, how​ do you anticipate Blackpink managing this delicate balance between pursuing individual goals and maintaining‍ a strong group identity?

* **[Guest 2]:** From a fan’s ⁢perspective, what are your thoughts on the current balance? Do you see any potential challenges or pitfalls for the members as ‌they navigate these dual paths?

**Section 4: Legacy and Future Impact**

* **[Guest 1]:** Blackpink is ​setting precedents and‌ achieving milestones rarely seen in the music ⁢industry.​ How do you see their legacy evolving, and what impact will their individual successes have on the‌ future‍ of K-pop?

*⁤ **[Guest 2]:** For fans ⁢of Blackpink, what are​ you most excited to see in the coming years, both in terms of individual projects and the ⁣group’s collective journey?

**Thank you both ​for sharing your insights. This has been a fascinating discussion about Blackpink’s incredible journey. We wish them continued success as they⁤ continue ⁣to captivate the world with ⁣their music and ‌artistry.**