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BLACKPINK members have achieved global success with several solo hit songs, further cementing the band's international popularity. Officially launched in 2016, the group initially focused on their collaborative work before gradually embarking on their individual solo projects.
The four members—Lisa, Jennie, Jisoo, and Rosé—have released their solo tracks at various times, each achieving numerous records over time. The songs have consistently ranked on Billboard and other major charts.
Some of the popular songs among them are listed below.
Note: The article reflects the author's opinion and is listed based on YouTube and Spotify plays.
Some of the popular solo songs by BLACKPINK members
The Sportskeeda team has cherry-picked some of the popular solo tracks by BLACKPINK members and they are -
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- Money
- Solo
- Lalisa
- Flower
- On The Ground
- Rockstar
- You & Me
1) Money
Money, the second single of BLACKPINK member Lisa, aids in setting several records for the artist. The song, released in 2021, surpassed one billion views on Spotify and YouTube.
With the big hit track, BLACKPINK Lisa became the first K-pop idol to achieve the title of the most-played Korean musician on Spotify. Besides these accomplishments, Lisa was the first female Korean musician to maintain a presence on the US Billboard Hot 100 and UK Singles Chart for the longest time.
"I came here to drop somе money, droppin' all my money/ Drop some money, all this bread so yummy, yeah/ Twerkin', twerkin' when I buy the things I like/ Dolla', dollas droppin' on my a*s tonight."
With these lyrics, the track becomes an anthem of self-confidence, celebrating a life of luxury.
2) Solo
Another BLACKPINK member and a popular soloist, Jennie launched her first solo track SOLO in 2018. This solo track recorded nine million views on YouTube within 24 hours of its release and garnered 200 million views within three months.
She also clinched first place at the SBS's Inligayo for this song, beating Yes or Yes by TWICE. The song has currently surpassed a billion views on Spotify and YouTube.
Through the single track, Solo, BLACKPINK member Jennie wrote the anthem of self-empowerment and independence.
3) Lalisa
Another popular hit by Lisa, Lalisa, was released in 2021. It is the debut solo song of the artist. Thai hip-hop track garnered around 73 million views on YouTube in 24 hours, which was the new world record. The record was previously held by Taylor Swift, who garnered 69 million views with her song Me.
In addition to the digital release, the song was available in three physical versions. The Gaon report indicates that approximately 700,000 copies were sold in the first month. Furthermore, she held the #1 spot on iTunes in over 103 regions globally for an extended time.
With several wordplay, Lisa portrayed her rapping skills in the song. Currently, the track has 719 million views on YouTube and 530 million streams on Spotify.
4) Flower
Kim Ji-soo began her solo career in 2023 and released her debut song Flower from her album Me. The song created a record as it sold 1.03 million copies in two days.
Currently, the song has 530 million views on YouTube and 471 million streams on Spotify. The track stands out from the others on the list due to its sophisticated touch.
Jisoo collaborated with Vince and Teddy Park for the lyrics and wrote:
"You and I, crimsonly burned down/ I'm okay, would you be as well? / On a beautiful day without a single cloud."
5) On The Ground
Rose, another BLACKPINK member, released her solo track On the Ground in 2021 from her solo album R. The song was quite personal to the member as it depicts her struggle to cope with the frustration that comes from the quarter-life crisis, meeting the expectations of fans.
At the YouTube's Released, she explained:
"Basically the song is kind of about looking for answers in life, for a purpose in life, and I feel like people, especially these days, can relate to it. Sometimes when you’re always kind of on that roll, you kind of forget to take care of what actually matters to you most, and it’s just a song that says that everything we need is already within us."
She further said:
"But I think it’s a very powerful song and I’m just excited for my fans to hear and get something out of it."
In the lyrics of the song, Rose reflects on her childhood memories, past self, dreams, and personal identity. The song reached the top of the Billboard Global 200 chart and currently boasts 366 million views on YouTube and 453 million plays on Spotify.
6) Rockstar
BLACKPINK member Lisa debuted her solo track Rockstar in June 2024, which became one of the popular solo songs of the year. With over 150 million views on YouTube and 193 million plays on Spotify, Lisa has set the record, as the song garnered 20 million views on a very fast day.
Along with Brittany Amaradio, James Essien, Lucy Healey, Ryan Tedder, and Sam Homaee, the song was co-written by the BLACKPINK member Lisa. The track is a collaborative production of Lisa's own company Lloud and RCA, a global recording agency.
The presentation of Rockstar is slightly different from her other songs, establishing herself as a multilingual and international rapper. Although the lyrics lack uniqueness, the Thai backup dancer, Lisa's golden tooth, and the cyberpunk theme captured the audience's attention.
7) You & Me
After her solo track SOLO, Jennie launched her most awaited single track You & Me in October 2023. Apart from the original version, the song was released in the Coachella version, which ranked 18th in the Top 20 of Spotify's Global Top Songs chart.
The track You & Me blends BLACKPINK member Jennie's signature confidence with affection for an unnamed lover, highlighted by the chorus’s lines:
“I love you and me / Dancing in the moonlight.”
The song alternates between passionate infatuation and flirtatious self-assurance but falls short in its instrumentals, which are described as bland and overshadow Jennie’s vocals.
On YouTube, the song has 173 million views while Sportify counts 204 millions streams.
The solo endeavors of BLACKPINK members have showcased their individual talents and set numerous records in the music industry. Each member’s solo career has not only reinforced BLACKPINK's global influence but has also demonstrated their versatility and ability to captivate audiences worldwide.
