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ArtistsJanuary 20, 2025

BLACKPINK — Complete Group Profile, Timeline, and Essential Discography

A detailed profile of BLACKPINK covering members, global milestones, touring, brand power, and a concise, essentials‑only discography.

Overview

BLACKPINK is a four‑member group under YG Entertainment known for precision choreography, high‑gloss visuals, and global pop hooks. Since debut, the group has translated digital virality into world‑tour scale and luxury brand influence.

Members

  • JISOO — lead vocal color, actress; poise and visual identity
  • JENNIE — rapper/vocalist; trend‑setting soloist and fashion leader
  • ROSÉ — main vocal; airy tone, guitar‑driven solo work
  • LISA — main dancer/rapper; razor‑sharp performance and global reach

Career Highlights (selected)

  • First K‑pop girl group to headline Coachella (2019; headliners 2023)
  • Multiple YouTube speed records for MV views; multi‑billion aggregate streams
  • First K‑pop girl group to headline Wembley Stadium (2025 European stadium dates)
  • Consistent global brand endorsements across luxury and beauty

Touring

  • 2018–2020: world arenas (In Your Area)
  • 2022–2023: Born Pink World Tour — major stadium upgrades
  • 2025: European stadiums including Wembley; expansion to additional markets

Discography (essentials only)

  • Square One / Square Two (2016) — pre‑album breakthrough singles
  • The Album (2020) — first full‑length; Lovesick Girls era
  • Born Pink (2022) — #1 Billboard 200; Shut Down/Pink Venom cycle
  • Singles: “DDU‑DU DDU‑DU”, “Kill This Love”, “How You Like That”, “Pink Venom”

Sound and Style

Signature trap‑pop foundations, bold brass/synth motifs, chant‑friendly hooks, and runway‑ready styling that scales from MV sets to stadium production.

New Listeners: Start Here

  • Tracks: “Kill This Love”, “How You Like That”, “Pink Venom”
  • Live: Coachella 2023 headliner set (for concert pacing and staging)
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