Blackpink’s Lisa dominates the global stage, landing an unprecedented 10 covers for Billboard magazine. The K-pop star opens up about her solo career, the support from her bandmates, and her upcoming acting debut.
Lisa, aka Lalisa Manobal of Blackpink, is having a phenomenal year. From chart-topping music releases to a highly anticipated acting role, the global superstar is truly in her element. Hot on the heels of her appearance in Vanity Fair alongside Hollywood heavyweights, Lisa has achieved another milestone – gracing not one, but ten covers of Billboard magazine across the globe.
On November 14th, Lisa made her Billboard cover debut in spectacular fashion, stunning fans with ten unique covers spanning ten different countries, including the US, Arabia, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Spain, Italy, Korea, and Japan. This achievement solidifies Lisa’s status as a true global icon, breaking down barriers between Eastern and Western music scenes.
In her Billboard interviews, Lisa opens up about venturing into a solo career outside of Blackpink: “I was quite scared and worried at first because I’d never done a project completely on my own,” she admits. “But I’m really enjoying myself right now.”
The overwhelming positive response from her fans has been a source of validation and encouragement. “When [the project] came out, the reaction from fans healed me. It was like, ‘Oh my God, yes, I did a great job!’”
Lisa also reveals that her solo work is a chance to showcase her diverse talents beyond her role as Blackpink’s rapper. “In Blackpink, I’m a rapper, so I rap all the time,” she explains. “But now I get a chance for myself to show that I can do more than that.”
While the members of Blackpink have been busy with individual projects this year, Lisa emphasizes the strong bond and unwavering support they share. “We know each other so well, and we know how much energy we’ve each put into these projects, so we support each other and give positive feedback and say, ‘You’re doing really great!!’ Jennie and Rosé both just released their music too, so we’ve been texting and FaceTiming each other. We’re family.”
Beyond her music success, Lisa is set to make her acting debut in the highly anticipated HBO series “The White Lotus.” With her captivating stage presence, undeniable talent, and ever-growing global influence, Lisa is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with. Her Billboard cover domination is simply the latest testament to her remarkable journey.
