As of the moment, BLACKPINK has paused group activities for over a year to allow members to focus on their solo careers. In 2024, three out of four members released solo music, achieving notable success. Lisa, in particular, stood out with three singles: “Rockstar”, “New Woman”, and “Moonlit Floor”.
On November 19, Lisa surprised fans by announcing her first solo album, “Alter Ego”, set to release on February 28, 2025. The album will feature 12 tracks.
While many fans expressed excitement about Lisa’s new project, praising her hard work and dedication, others voiced concerns over its impact on BLACKPINK’s comeback timeline.
To elaborate, YG Entertainment previously stated in September that BLACKPINK would release an album and go on tour in 2025.
However, with each member up in their ears about solo projects, fans worry that the group’s return may face risks of day.
Regarding this situation, fans left comments such as following:
- BLACKPINK took a year off for solo careers but Jennie and Lisa didn’t release their albums during that time. At this rate, just how will we get a BLACKPINK comeback next year?
- I’m seriously worrying that there won’t be a comeback next year because the girls will be too busy releasing their solo albums.
- All these solo projects… We won’t get to see a group comeback until late 2025 or early 2026
- Only Rosé seems to prioritize BLACKPINK, releasing her album in December.
- Iexpected this when they didn’t give a specific comeback date, so I’m not shocked
- YG’s promises always turn out to be lies, yet fans keep believing them
However, some people remain unbothered, citing Lisa’s previous remarks in her interview with Billboard. Basically, Lisa confirmed BLACKPINK’s plan for a group comeback, but express doubt when plans for a world tour was mentioned.
Meanwhile, Alice Kang, Lisa’s close friend and staff member at her personal company, LLOUD, later added, “I don’t know. We’ll have to wait and see what YG confirms.”
On the other hand, the last time BLACKPINK appeared together publicly was on August 9, at the press event for the “BLACKPINK World Tour: Born Pink in Cinemas” documentary in Seoul. The day before, the group held a private fan meeting to celebrate their 8th anniversary.
Overall, fans are increasingly concerned that the members’ focus on solo careers might push BLACKPINK’s group activities further into the future, leaving the group’s long-term trajectory uncertain.