Fans Engage in Heated Debate Over BLACKPINK’s Upcoming Schedule and Future Plans
Over the past year, the four BLACKPINK members have fully embraced their individual careers after parting ways with YG. Jisoo focused on acting and is set to release a new film. Lisa consistently released music, advancing her career in the U.S. Jennie dropped her pre-release single “Mantra” as a teaser for her upcoming debut album. The most explosive success came from Rosé, with her mega-hit “APT”. and debut album “rosie,” which premiered in early December 2024.
As they embark on a new chapter of their careers, BLACKPINK has thrilled fans with a wave of solo projects, while also evoking nostalgia for their time as a group. Since wrapping up their “Born Pink” World Tour in September 2023, BLACKPINK has remained silent for over a year and a half.
YG Entertainment, the group’s managing label, has promised a powerful comeback in 2025 with a new album and World Tour. BLINKs (BLACKPINK’s fandom name) are eagerly anticipating this return. The topic has recently become a hot debate on platforms like Reddit. While the prospect of a new album and tour is exciting, many music fans argue that BLACKPINK risks losing appeal when organizing concerts.
The main issue lies in their limited discography: fewer than 50 songs after eight years of activity. BLACKPINK also hasn’t had a comeback in a long time. During their “Born Pink” World Tour, they repeatedly performed the same tracks. Even with a new album, the group’s song count remains insufficient to sustain a concert lasting over two hours.
This has led to disappointment among some, especially as BLACKPINK concert tickets are far from cheap. With fans becoming more discerning, they expect artists to deliver engaging performances, fresh setlists, and meticulously crafted stage productions.
This topic has sparked heated debates. Some argue that BLACKPINK and YG need to seriously reconsider their strategy, as disappearing for over two years only to return with a tour to generate revenue seems unsustainable. Others suggest that BLACKPINK may be entering the latter stage of their career, with the group contract being maintained merely as a consolation for fans.
On the other hand, BLINKs strongly disagree. While the group’s discography might be somewhat limited, they believe BLACKPINK’s production team could introduce remixes, fresh intros, and interludes to make the concert more dynamic. Additionally, by the time BLACKPINK makes their comeback, all members might have released solo albums, providing a wealth of material to incorporate into concerts. Fans emphasize that BLACKPINK always finds a way to make their performances captivating. As long as the group continues to tour and perform together, fans are ready to support them wholeheartedly.
