BLACKPINK member LISA has secured a commanding victory on Billboard’s weekly new music poll, capturing 87% of the total reader votes with her newly released solo extended play, Press Play. The six-track collection decisively outperformed notable new releases from a diverse lineup of established global artists, including pop icons Miley Cyrus and Hilary Duff, singer-songwriter John Mayer, and K-hyung powerhouse group ATEEZ.
The poll, which opened to the public on Friday, October 23, invited music enthusiasts to vote for their favorite drop of the week. LISA’s staggering majority underscores her immense global drawing power and the dedicated enthusiasm of her worldwide fanbase, often referred to as Lilies, who consistently mobilize to support her solo endeavors outside of her commitments with BLACKPINK.
An Overview of Press Play and Promotional Rollout
Press Play arrived across global streaming platforms on October 23, accompanied by a high-budget music video for its focal track, "Tarantino." The EP serves as the latest milestone in LISA’s rapidly expanding solo catalogue. It follows the strategic pre-release of the single "SaWaDiKa," which dropped the previous month and served as an introductory thematic bridge to the full EP.
Demonstrating her active creative involvement in the project, LISA holds a formal songwriting credit on all six tracks comprising the Press Play tracklist. The thematic foundation of the EP draws direct inspiration from the cinematic lyricism found within "Tarantino," where the singer bridges elements of classic film aesthetic with her signature hard-hitting rap delivery and confident pop sensibilities.
The titular track features the memorable and widely discussed chorus: "Got my nails really long like the barrel of my gun / And my lipstick all over your face / I’m a boss, I’m a don when I’m drivin’ to the sun / It’s a movie, baby, come and press play / Tarantino, Tarantino / Got my feet hangin’ out the Camino."
Chronology of LISA’s Solo Momentum
LISA’s path to the release of Press Play reflects a calculated and steady escalation of her solo career milestones. The timeline of her recent artistic output highlights a strategic transition into multi-faceted global stardom:
- September: LISA initiates the rollout for her solo project by releasing the pre-release single "SaWaDiKa," establishing immediate commercial traction and drawing anticipation from international music critics.
- October 23: Press Play makes its official global debut alongside the cinematic music video for "Tarantino." Concurrently, Billboard launches its weekly new music poll, placing LISA alongside heavyweight competitors.
- Late October: Voting concludes with Press Play clinching an overwhelming 87% of the aggregate vote, outperforming competitive releases like Hilary Duff’s Holiday Things, John Mayer’s "Tom and Jerry," ATEEZ’s "Drop," and Miley Cyrus’s "Cold Blooded."
- November (Upcoming): LISA is scheduled to perform a highly anticipated mini-Las Vegas residency, with confirmed show dates spanning November 12-14 and November 27-29, marking a major live-performance milestone for her solo career.
Comparative Analysis of Poll Competitors
The landslide victory achieved by Press Play is particularly notable given the strength of the competition on the October 23 Billboard new music poll. Hilary Duff entered the fray with seasonal offerings via Holiday Things, appealing to nostalgia-driven pop audiences. Acclaimed singer-songwriter John Mayer contributed "Tom and Jerry," drawing on his traditional adult-contemporary listener base. Meanwhile, formidable K-pop contemporaries ATEEZ offered high-energy dynamics with "Drop," and mainstream pop fixture Miley Cyrus presented her latest stylistic exploration with "Cold Blooded."
Despite the broad commercial appeal and established fanbases of her fellow nominees, LISA’s 87% share of the vote illustrates a level of digital engagement and fan mobilization that few contemporary artists can match. This metric mirrors the broader statistical dominance historically demonstrated by BLACKPINK members in digital polls, streaming milestones, and social media metrics.
Upcoming Live Performances and Las Vegas Residency
Building upon the commercial momentum of Press Play, LISA is preparing to translate her recorded material into a live concert environment. The Thai-born superstar and global fashion icon has officially announced a mini-Las Vegas residency, scheduled to take place across two weekend blocks in November.
The residency will run from November 12 through November 14, followed by a second leg from November 27 through November 29. Industry insiders anticipate that these intimate yet high-production performances will showcase the choreography, stage presence, and bilingual vocal delivery that have become hallmarks of her artistic identity. The residency is expected to draw international travelers and dedicated fans to Nevada, further cementing LISA’s crossover viability in the North American live entertainment market.
Broader Implications for the Global Music Landscape
LISA’s dominant performance on the Billboard poll and the successful rollout of Press Play signal ongoing shifts in the global music industry. The increasing prominence of cross-border Asian artists operating successfully within Western music metrics highlights the borderless nature of modern pop consumption.
Furthermore, the project reinforces the viability of the modern EP format for global superstars. By releasing a concise, highly focused six-track collection backed by cinematic visuals and direct fan engagement strategies, artists can maintain sustained digital visibility without the prolonged production cycles traditionally associated with full-length studio albums.
As Press Play continues to accumulate streams and cultural discourse, LISA’s ability to command both digital voting platforms and physical concert tickets points toward a resilient and expanding solo footprint. With her upcoming Las Vegas residency on the horizon, the artist is well-positioned to convert her digital streaming victories into tangible live-market dominance through the final quarter of the year.
