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Blackpink

Blackpink is a South Korean girl group formed by YG Entertainment.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Blackpink is a South Korean girl group formed by YG Entertainment. The group has four members—Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa—and debuted in 2016 with the single album *Square One*. They are widely described as one of the most popular girl groups in the world.

History

Blackpink formed under YG Entertainment and officially debuted in August 2016 with the single album *Square One*. Their early releases included “Boombayah” and “Whistle,” which helped establish their profile in South Korea and internationally.

Members

Blackpink consists of Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa. Britannica identifies their birthdates as January 3, 1995; January 16, 1996; February 11, 1997; and March 27, 1997, respectively.

Commercial success

Blackpink has been described by major publications as one of the world’s most popular girl groups. Their chart performance and global visibility have made them a major act in contemporary K-pop.

Contract renewals

In December 2023, YG Entertainment confirmed that all four members renewed their contracts for group activities. The label later said the members would pursue solo activities independently while continuing group activities.

Key facts

  • Blackpink is a four-member South Korean girl group formed by YG Entertainment.
  • The group debuted on August 8, 2016, with the single album *Square One*.
  • In December 2023, all four members renewed their contracts for group activities.
  • Blackpink is commonly described as one of the most popular girl groups in the world.
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Canadian context

Blackpink has a large Canadian fan base, and member Rosé was born in Auckland to Korean parents and later became internationally known in global pop markets that include Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who are the members of Blackpink?
Blackpink has four members: Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa.
How old are Blackpink members?
The members' birthdates are Jisoo (January 3, 1995), Jennie (January 16, 1996), Rosé (February 11, 1997), and Lisa (March 27, 1997), as listed by Britannica.
When did Blackpink debut?
Blackpink debuted on August 8, 2016, with the single album *Square One*.
What is Blackpink's most popular song?
There is no single official answer. The group’s best-known songs include “Ddu-Du Ddu-Du,” “Kill This Love,” and “How You Like That,” but popularity depends on the measure used such as streams, chart positions, or cultural impact.
Are Blackpink disbanding?
No verified source in the provided results says they are disbanding. YG Entertainment said in December 2023 that all four members renewed group contracts and would continue group activities.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackpink
    Supports: Group composition, years active, and 2023 contract renewal information.
  2. Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/topic/Blackpink
    Supports: Members, birthdates, popularity, and 2023 group contract renewal.
  3. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackpink
    Supports: Debut date and group composition.
  4. Kprofiles — https://kprofiles.com/black-pink-members-profile/
    Supports: Debut date and single album *Square One*.
  5. Fandom — https://blackpink.fandom.com/wiki/BLACKPINK
    Supports: Official debut date and debut release.
  6. People — https://www.people.com/music/blackpink-members-everything-to-know/
    Supports: Members and debut context.
  7. Time — https://time.com/5562946/blackpink-k-pop-everything-to-know/
    Supports: Blackpink’s prominence and popularity.
  8. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackpink
    Supports: Contract renewal and continuation of group activities.