Blackpink is making headlines once again, and fans are buzzing with excitement! The global sensation has just released their latest single, “Jump,” and it’s already taking the music world by storm, coinciding perfectly with their highly anticipated North American tour.
As of July 12th, KST, “Jump” has soared to the top of iTunes charts in nearly 50 countries, including a remarkable number one spot in the US and peaking at number four in the UK. This track marks a significant milestone, being the first girl group song to hit number one on US iTunes since Blackpink’s own “Pink Venom” in 2022. The accompanying music video has also made a splash, amassing an impressive 29.35 million views and 3.4 million likes within its first 24 hours, setting a record for the biggest debut of any music video this year. Fans are speculating that the actual view count could be even higher, given the overwhelming engagement.
TikTok is currently buzzing with the “Jump Dance Challenge,” as fans and creators worldwide join in on the fun. But the excitement doesn’t end there! Blackpink is just hours away from kicking off the North American leg of their Deadline World Tour, with the first concert at the iconic Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles. This historic event will make them the only female K-pop act to perform multiple shows at the venue and the first girl group to sell it out twice. Reports indicate that the stage is nearly ready, featuring SoFi’s massive infinity screen—a first for any K-pop performance.
The girls have already departed South Korea and arrived in LA, where their airport sendoff turned into a light-hearted moment. Fans recalled a funny incident from a charity flea market event where Lisa appeared clueless about “Jump.” She later clarified that she genuinely didn’t catch what the fans were saying at the time, leading to laughter when she joked about her manager’s panic during the exchange.
Now that Blackpink is settled in LA, they have jumped straight into rehearsals. Fans are buzzing about a refreshed setlist for the SoFi concerts, with Rosé reportedly soundchecking her collaboration with Bruno Mars alongside new solo tracks like “Number One Girl” and “Game Boy.” Lisa is also shaking things up with powerful performances of “Up the World” and “Thunder,” while Jisoo is rehearsing “Earthquake” and “All Eyes on Me.” These changes have only heightened anticipation for the July 12th concert at 8 PM PDT (12 PM KST July 13th), following their two-night stint in LA.
After this whirlwind, the group is expected to return to Seoul before heading to their next show in Chicago. Their brief hiatus has sparked speculation among fans about potential pre-recorded performances for “Jump” or even the possibility of filming a new music video to celebrate their upcoming ninth anniversary on August 8th. With so much happening—from chart-topping hits to revamped concerts and whispers of new projects—it’s clear that Blackpink is entering an exciting new chapter in their legacy. What surprises do you think they have in store for us next?