Everything To Know About K-Pop Group Blackpink (Before They're In Your Area)

K-pop is a veritable phenomenon, and it's invading the U.S. As we speak.


And while Korean boy bands have been creating a push Stateside for awhile essentially uncontested — save for a couple of female-centric acts here and there — it's time for a girl-power takeover. Blackpink is more than willing to settle into position. With a 2019 world tour on the way (including arena helps stop in the U.S.), Members Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa are about to bring their bombastic brand of music to the masses.


Blackpink some days stylized BLΛƆKPIИK) is a South Korean girl order formed by YG Entertainment, and they're about to take the U.S. By storm, beginning at Coachella. Before your world is turned upside down by the phenomenally talented girl order, get to know them a little bit better and visualize what all of the hype is about. Here's your guide to all things Blackpink.


What does Blackpink mean?


Blackpink is more than just the juxtaposition of two colors that happen to look awesome with each other. According to a YG Entertainment rep for the sort, it's a try to "contradict" what people normally think about the color pink – like the idea that it's about being "pretty."


"Blackpink actually means to mention that 'pretty isn't everything'," mentioned the rep. "It also represents that they're a team that encompasses not only aesthetics, however also good talent." We'd mention this is a pretty killer explanation for the ladies, to be honest.


What are their fans called?


Blackpink fans are affectionately referred to as Blinks, a term confirmed by member Jennie in a birthday message where she thanked fans for their constant love and support. It's a portmanteau of the words "black" and "pink." It's the official fandom name, so if you're picking up what the females are putting down, you could call yourself a Blink soon, also! Just don't forget your hammer.


So, who's in the group?


there really are currently four members in Blackpink, and they're some of the baddest babes you'll ever meet. Based in Seoul, they first debuted in 2016, and have been tearing up the charts since getting with each other. The initial girl order to debut under the YG Entertainment label in six years after the massively popular 2NE1, they speedily showed out and made a name for themselves, letting fans get to know each member of the sort with some flashy, swagtastic tunes.


Sure, they're all bossed up as an audience, although you have to get to know each member of Blackpink individually. Don't worry — we've got you covered.

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  Jisoo
  
  
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  Real name: Kim Ji Soo (nickname: Jichu, Chi Choo)
  
  
  Role: Lead Vocalist
  
  
  Jisoo is undoubtedly the mood-maker of Blackpink. Her 4D personality gives her a unique demeanor in the order, and her quirkiness makes her a breath of fresh air. The 24-year-old Seoul-born lead vocalist trained for five years before debuting with Blackpink, and was the third member to be revealed. The oldest of the order, Jisoo is trilingual and can speak Korean, Japanese, and Chinese. Yet, she doesn't speak English because she's too shy to do so according to groupmate Jennie, yet she can understand it just fine. So in case you ever wish to tell her how much she slays so you can't speak Korean, worry not. She loves trying different types of food, balancing things on her head, and being a complimentary spirit.
  
  
  
  
  





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  Jennie
  
  
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  Real name: Kim Jennie (nickname: Jendeukie)
  
  
  Role: Main Rapper, Vocalist
  
  
  Jennie is Blackpink's 24-year-old rapper, and she was the initial member of the categorize to be revealed to the public. She can speak Korean, Japanese, and English language fluently, and is referred to because the "YG Princess" — and also "Human Gucci," thanks to her expensive taste. She's so popular that she released a solo track late last year, aptly titled "SOLO." And while Jisoo loves to eat, Jennie loves to cook, complementing her bandmate nicely. Despite being a style icon plus a total badass on stage, she's big on aegyo (or, acting beautiful) and has a bubbly personality. Oh, and she loves dogs, which basically makes her a saint in our book. She has a white cocker spaniel named Kai along with a brown pomeranian named Kuma.
  
  
  
  
  





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  Rosé
  
  
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  Real name: Park Chae Young (nickname: Pasta, Rose, Rosie)
  
  
  Role: Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer
  
  
  Rosé, 22, is the honey-voiced main vocalist of Blackpink, and she was the final member of the categorize to be revealed. Place on Earth in Auckland, New Zealand, she was a cheerleader before making her debut with Blackpink. She has a unique, delicate voice and can play both piano and guitar. Interestingly, she's left-handed, and prefers to be called by her real name over any other nicknames or endearing pet titles. She can speak Korean, English language, and Japanese — and "Blackpink's Goddess" can fully nail those high notes. She might be tiny, although her powerhouse vocals will knock you out.
  
  
  
  
  





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  Lisa
  
  
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  Real name: Lalisa/Pranpriya Manoban (nickname: Lalice, Laliz)
  
  
  Role: Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Vocalist
  
  
  The maknae (or youngest member) of the order, Lisa was actually place on Earth in Bangkok, Thailand and later moved to Korea. She was the second member of the sort to be revealed, and speaks Korean, English language, Japanese, Thai, and also a little bit Chinese. Like a true maknae, she's especially playful and mischievous, and she absolutely loves makeup. She was place on Earth Pranpriya Manoban, although her name was changed to Lalisa following a fortune telling session — the rest is history, since we know her as Lisa right now. Because the group's main dancer, her stage presence and charisma are unparalleled — and she's got seriously slick moves. As if she wasn't talented enough, she can even play ukulele.
  
  
  
  
  

What Blackpink songs should I listen to?


you could have already seen it making its rounds online, yet the future-trap song "DDU-DU DDU-DU" is straight-up fire. It's pronounced doo-do doo-do, and it's the highest-charting Billboard Hot 100 hit ever by an all-female K-pop act. Because the lead single from the group's first EP, Square Up, it's a good place to begin, even if you're only in it for the music video's girl-crush aesthetic.


Blackpink made their debut in 2016 with the ridiculously catchy rapid-fire dance track "Boombayah." The song and dynamic visual also serve the dual purpose of introducing each girl and their unique personality. They're bad ladies ("middle finger up, F U pay me," Lisa raps), and what about it? Come for the sizzling verses, however stay for the choreography and EDM tinged with shades of home music.


Their first maxi single, Square One, also held the song "Whistle," which has a slower, sexier toned-down vibe and also a catchy whistle sample built into the beat. Breathy vocals and staccato phrasing make it a certifiable banger.


"As If It's Your Last" is a urban-flavored odyssey with familiar pop flavor and Blackpink's signature bad-girl attitude with a chorus that melts into sugary sweet rhythmic bliss. We dare you to listen once and not sing along.


Next up is "Playing With Fire," and talk about a fiery track. As typical, this song's accompanying video serves up serious visuals (we might even mention scorching) and a laid-back groove and rhymes coupled with a chorus you'll have in your head the rest of the day.


What else can I watch?


Though you could plan on all of Blackpink to have their own material soon, Jennie went "SOLO" first. The music video is a pastel-hued accompaniment to the rap-tinged track in which she confidently declares, "I'm goin' so-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo."


You won't hope to miss Blackpink's bilingual track, "Kiss and Make Up," with Grammy winner Dua Lipa. For their first venture outdoors of the realm of K-pop, it's a banger — and indicative of what's to come for the history-making girl categorize. (Please add this to the Coachella set!)