The first week of Coachella 2025 has ended with Lisa reigning as the undisputed star of the festival. Outshining some of the biggest names both in and outside of K-pop, the Thai-born BLACKPINK member recorded an astounding 19.83 million mentions on social media, with 11.62 million tweets in the 24 hours following her April 12 performance alone an undeniable testament to her global influence.
Lisa delivered a high-energy set featuring 13 electrifying tracks and signature powerhouse dance routines. While her live vocals sparked debate ranging from breathlessness to missed lyrics, the overwhelming volume of online discussions underscored her star power and unmatched audience pull.
Trailing Lisa was ENHYPEN, the only K-pop boy group performing at this year’s Coachella, with 9.76 million mentions. Their debut on one of the festival’s biggest stages became a major moment, especially following concerns about HYBE’s live performance credibility after LE SSERAFIM’s heavily criticized set in 2024. ENHYPEN’s stable and polished delivery was hailed as a “comeback” for the company.
Individual members Jake, Heeseung, Jay, and Sunoo each landed in the top 10 most-mentioned artists, with between 383,000 and 509,000 mentions, highlighting both their collective and individual popularity.
BLACKPINK’s Jennie came in third with 5.35 million mentions. Although she only performed on April 14, her 13-song set at the Outdoor Theatre stage drew praise for its high energy. Despite some mixed reactions regarding vocal performance, the show was well-received for its catchy music and Jennie’s commanding presence.
In fact, her Coachella appearance has reignited interest in her solo music. The song like JENNIE saw a surge in digital chart rankings, hitting #1 on Bugs and Flo, #2 on MelOn, and #3 on Genie, among other notable achievements.
A surprise entry on the list was Rosé, who didn’t perform but still made waves online simply by showing up to support her BLACKPINK members. Her effortless festival presence and candid moments as an audience member earned her 968,000 mentions, placing her fourth overall.
In contrast, several major Western stars fell behind in online impact. Despite performing on the main stage with elaborate production, Lady Gaga garnered just 818,000 mentions, and Megan Thee Stallion trailed with 334,000, further emphasizing the growing dominance of K-pop on the global music stage.
Top 10 Most Mentioned Artists on X (Twitter) – Coachella 2025, Week 1
- Lisa – 19.83 million
- ENHYPEN – 9.76 million
- Jennie – 5.35 million
- Rosé – 968K
- Lady Gaga – 818K
- ENHYPEN Jake – 509K
- ENHYPEN Heeseung – 509K
- ENHYPEN Jay – 437K
- ENHYPEN Sunoo – 383K
- Megan Thee Stallion – 334K
The first week of Coachella 2025 has proven to be a showcase of K-pop’s growing global dominance, with K-Pop leading the conversation both onstage and online. As social media metrics increasingly shape cultural impact, the overwhelming buzz surrounding these artists highlights not only their star power but also the shifting dynamics of global pop music in real time.