BLACKPINK: The Reigning Queens of K-Pop

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BLACKPINK, stylized as BLΛƆKPIИK, is a South Korean girl group formed by YG Entertainment. Comprising members Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa, BLACKPINK has taken the world by storm, becoming a global phenomenon and a driving force in the Korean Wave.


  • Formation and Rise to Stardom

BLACKPINK burst onto the scene in August 2016 with their single album “Square One,” featuring the tracks “Whistle” and “Boombayah.” These songs marked their first number-one entries on South Korea’s Gaon Digital Chart and the US Billboard World Digital Songs chart, respectively. The group quickly gained popularity for their fierce energy, captivating visuals, and powerful performances.

  • Global Reach and Record-Breaking Hits

BLACKPINK’s global reach expanded with their hit song “Ddu-Du Ddu-Du” (2018), which became the first song by a Korean female group to enter the UK Singles Chart and receive RIAA certification. Its music video also made history as the first by a Korean group to surpass one and two billion views on YouTube. Their subsequent releases, including “Kill This Love” (2019) and “How You Like That” (2020), set records for the most-viewed music videos within the first 24 hours of release.

  • Billboard Dominance and Album Sales

BLACKPINK holds the distinction of being the highest-charting female Korean act on the US Billboard Hot 100, with their single “Ice Cream” (2020) peaking at number 13. Their studio albums “The Album” (2020) and “Born Pink” shattered records as the best-selling female albums of all time in South Korea, surpassing one million and two million copies sold, respectively. “Born Pink” also became the first album by a girl group to reach number one on the Billboard 200 since 2008.

  • Legacy and Empowerment

BLACKPINK’s legacy extends beyond music. They embody the “girl crush” concept in K-pop, exploring themes of self-confidence and female empowerment. Their influence on fashion, beauty, and culture is undeniable, inspiring fans around the world. As the biggest girl group globally, BLACKPINK continues to break barriers and redefine what it means to be a pop sensation