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BLACKPINK’s Lisa returns with “Rockstar” after a two-and-a-half-year hiatus, debuting her hip-hop style under LLOUD. Discover her new persona and Thai-influenced rap in this latest release.
Key Points
- Lisa’s comeback after a two-and-a-half-year hiatus with “Rockstar” under new label LLOUD.
- The music video showcases her new hip-hop persona and Thai-influenced rap.
- Set in Bangkok, the video features Lisa’s distinctive fashion, including a star-shaped crop top.
- Lyrics highlight her evolution from conventional K-pop norms.
- Lisa’s return follows her historic win at the 2022 MTV VMAs and BLACKPINK’s global success with “Shut Down.”
BLACKPINK’s Lisa has made a stunning return to the music scene with her new single, “Rockstar,” marking her comeback after a hiatus of nearly two and a half years. This release is particularly noteworthy as it debuts under her new record label, LLOUD, showcasing a dramatic evolution in her musical style.
The music video for “Rockstar,” which runs for two minutes and 48 seconds, reveals Lisa’s bold new hip-hop persona. Embracing her Thai roots, Lisa delivers fierce English raps that highlight a previously unseen side of her artistic expression. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Bangkok’s streets, the video features Lisa navigating urban landscapes both solo and with a dynamic group of dancers.
Lisa’s fashion in the video is as striking as her musical evolution. She wears a distinctive backless crop top shaped like a star, visually aligning with the single’s title and underscoring her new, edgy image. The lyrics of “Rockstar” reflect her departure from conventional K-pop norms, with lines like, “Make your favourite singer wanna rap, baby, la, la, Lisa, can you teach me Japanese? That’s my life, baby, I’m a rockstar.”
In case you didn’t know (ICYDK), Lisa made history by becoming the first female solo artist to win the Best K-pop Artist title at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards for her hit music video “Lalisa.” Her debut single album of the same name, released in September 2021, shattered records by selling 736,000 copies in its first week in South Korea.
While Lisa’s return with “Rockstar” marks her solo comeback, BLACKPINK fans will remember that all members—Lisa, Jennie, Rose, and Jisoo—last appeared together in the music video for their 2022 single “Shut Down,” which soared to the top of the Billboard Global 200 chart.
Lisa’s “Rockstar” not only showcases her versatility as an artist but also cements her position as a trailblazer in the K-pop industry. Breaking away from traditional norms, she embraces a fresh, innovative approach to her music. With the backing of LLOUD, Lisa’s future in the music industry looks brighter than ever.
