BLACKPINK took a moment to reflect on their journey and shared a touching tribute with their global fans as they celebrated their 7th anniversary.
On August 8, YG Entertainment posted "BLACKPINK - 7th ANNIVERSARY" on BLACKPINK's official SNS. The video showcased members answering questions from the "BLACKPINK Exploration" questionnaire previously shared on the fan platform Weverse.
Amidst the genuine camaraderie among the members, question 18 captivated fans' hearts. When asked to describe their happiest moment meeting BLINKs (their fandom name), the members conveyed their heartfelt feelings through surprise video letters.
Jennie shared, "Initially, I was shy to approach our fans, but over time, we've become like friends. Now, it feels like we're a family, supporting each other in everything." She continued, "BLACKPINK is BLINK, and BLINK is BLACKPINK. We are all love," expressing gratitude for the fans who've been by their side for seven years.
Lisa identified the moments shared with fans on stage as her happiest. She mentioned, "During our tours, fans give us so much energy. I cherish the feeling of sharing something special with them. Thank you for being with us since the beginning. Let's continue on this journey together. I love you."
For Jisoo, BLINKs have been a source of strength in every situation. "Even during breaks when I'm alone, thinking of our fans always gives me comfort," she said. "Thank you for these amazing seven years, and let's continue to make happy memories together."
Rosé highlighted unexpected encounters with fans as her memorable moments. "There were times when I unexpectedly met BLINKs and couldn't hold back tears. Those moments made me truly realize how precious our fans are," she said, her eyes glistening with emotion. She added, "I'm immensely grateful for our members and our fans. I love you all."
Since their debut with 'SQUARE ONE' in August 2016, BLACKPINK has consistently released hit songs, establishing themselves as a top global girl group. Their first full album 'THE ALBUM' made them K-pop's first girl group to achieve million-seller status with approximately 1.3 million sales. Their second full-length album 'BORN PINK' sold over 2.82 million copies, simultaneously topping the U.S. Billboard 200 and the UK Official Album Charts. Their official YouTube channel boasts 90.5 million subscribers, making them the top artist globally in this category.
Meanwhile, BLACKPINK is currently on their massive world tour, 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK]', attracting around 1.5 million attendees, the largest for any K-pop girl group. Starting in New Jersey on the 11th (local time), they will be heading to Las Vegas, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, promising to resonate once again with their U.S. fans.
