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Blackpink

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

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

Blackpink is a South Korean girl group formed by YG Entertainment. The four-member group debuted in 2016 and is widely considered one of the most popular girl groups in the world.

What it is

Blackpink is a four-member girl group from South Korea, formed by YG Entertainment. The members are Jisoo (born 1995), Jennie (1996), Rosé (1997), and Lisa (1997). They debuted on August 8, 2016, with the single album *Square One*, which included the tracks “Boombayah” and “Whistle.” The group’s fandom is called BLINK.

Why it matters

Blackpink has been described by major publications as one of the world’s most popular girl groups. Their chart success and global visibility have made them a leading act in K-pop. The group commands a large international fan base, including in Canada, and member Rosé is a New Zealand-born Korean singer who gained fame in global pop markets.

Key details

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 projects independently while continuing group work. Blackpink’s commercial success and contract renewal have solidified their position as a lasting force in K-pop.

In short

  • Four-member South Korean girl group formed by YG Entertainment.
  • Debuted August 8, 2016, with single album *Square One*.
  • All members renewed group contracts in December 2023.
  • Widely considered one of the most popular girl groups in the world.
Canadian angle

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.

Quick questions

Who are the members of Blackpink?
Blackpink has four members: Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa.
When did Blackpink debut?
Blackpink debuted on August 8, 2016, with the single album *Square One*.
Are Blackpink disbanding?
No verified source says they are disbanding. YG Entertainment said in December 2023 that all four members renewed group contracts and would continue group activities.

Sources

  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.