What is the story about?
BLACKPINK aka the Queen of K-Pop has once again proven why members Lisa, Jisoo, Jennie and Rose are loved by fans not only in South Korea, but all over
the world . The global girl group has created history by becoming the only K-pop act to receive an Honorable Mention on Billboard’s prestigious 'Greatest Pop Star of 2025' list, placing them alongside some of the biggest names in global pop music. Read on to know more about the huge achievement.
BLACKPINK ruling pop world
Billboard’s list featured internationally celebrated artists such as Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars, SZA, Rosalía, Chappell Roan, Benson Boone and Addison Rae. Among this elite lineup, BLACKPINK are the sole K-pop representative.
According to Billboard, BLACKPINK’s inclusion was driven by their powerful return last year and the massive success of their music and live performances. The publication talked about the impact of their hit track Jump, which stormed into the Top 30 of the Billboard Hot 100, a rare feat for a K-pop group. The song also performed strongly across international charts, in many countries. Billboard further praised BLACKPINK’s sweeping stadium tour, which saw Jennie, Rosé, Jisoo and Lisa perform to sold-out crowds across multiple continents.
Solo success of BLACKPINK
In addition to their group success, the individual achievements of the members were also acknowledged. Each member continued to shine through solo music, fashion partnerships, brand endorsements and global appearances. From headlining fashion campaigns to making waves with individual shows and songs, Jennie, Rosé, Jisoo and Lisa have expanded BLACKPINK’s footprint across different industries.
Since their debut, BLACKPINK has consistently broken barriers for K-pop on the global stage. They were among the first K-pop girl groups to headline major international festivals, dominate Western charts, and collaborate with top global artists. Their influence extends into fashion, pop culture and social media, where they remain some of the most-followed artists worldwide. Their solo careers also add to the brand BLACKPINK has created. Collaboration with artists like Bruno Mars (Jennie in APT) and Zayn (Jisoo in Eyes Closed) has also increased the group's fanbase.
