Unleashing the ‘Rockstar’ Within: A Review of Lisa’s Latest Release

BLACKPINK’s Lisa, also known as Lalisa Manoban, is a Thai rapper, singer, and dancer. She debuted with BLACKPINK in 2016 and has since become one of the group’s most popular members globally.

As a solo artist, Lisa released her debut single ‘Lalisa’ in September 2021, which made her the first female artist to sell 736,000 copies of an album in its first week in South Korea. She even won the Guinness World Record for the Most Viewed Music Video in 24 hours (‘Lalisa‘, 2021). Both ‘Lalisa’ and the album’s viral second single ‘Money’ charted in the top ten of the Billboard Global 200, with the latter breaking the record for the longest-charting song by a female K-Pop soloist on the US Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Singles Chart.

In 2024, Lisa established her own management company named LLOUD, signed with RCA Records and achieved her first number-one single on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. with her latest track ‘Rockstar’, which dropped on June 28, 2024. It received four nominations at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, including the Best K-Pop and Best Choreography. In the US, the song became Lisa’s third and highest-charting entry on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 70.

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‘Rockstar’ by Lisa is an electrifying anthem that embodies the essence of empowerment and self-expression. From the opening chords, it’s clear that this song will be a wild ride. The instrumental arrangement is bold and edgy, with crunching guitars and pounding drums that perfectly complement her powerful vocals.

From the opening notes, ‘Rockstar’ grabs your attention with its driving beat and memorable hook. Lisa’s voice soars on the chorus that will stick in your head for days. The song combines elements of pop, rock, hip-hop, and electronic music, creating a fresh, exciting sound. Her confident delivery and unapologetic attitude bring the lyrics to life, making ‘Rockstar’ an instant anthem for anyone looking to break free from the norm.

The song’s production is polished, but not overly glossy, allowing Lisa’s raw talent to shine through. The energy is infectious, making it impossible to sit still while listening to it. ‘Rockstar’ is a standout track that showcases Lisa’s growth as an artist and her ability to craft a compelling, high-energy song.

Lyrically, ‘Rockstar’ is a declaration of independence and individuality. The lyrics exude a sense of empowerment, self-expression, and unapologetic individuality. Lisa owns her ‘rockstar’ persona, embracing her quirks and flaws. The song’s message is clear: be yourself, take risks, and shine bright.

Overall, ‘Rockstar’ is a triumph. Lisa’s talent, confidence, and unwavering dedication to her art shines through in every aspect of this song. If this is any indication of what Lisa wants to do, we can’t wait to see what she has in store for us next.

Recommendation: If you’re a fan of bold, edgy pop-rock with a strong female lead, add ‘Rockstar’ to your playlist ASAP!

Check out the MV of ‘Rockstar’ here.