BLACKPINK member Jisoo has officially returned to the music scene with her highly anticipated new solo single "Eyes Closed," marking a significant collaboration with British pop sensation Zayn Malik. The track was released globally across all major music streaming platforms on Friday, bringing together two distinctly different musical worlds in an unprecedented partnership.
This release represents Jisoo's first new musical offering in eight months, following the February launch of her solo album "Amortage." The extended gap between releases has only heightened fan anticipation for her return to the spotlight as a solo artist, separate from her work with the internationally acclaimed K-pop group BLACKPINK.
The collaboration features Zayn Malik, who rose to global fame as a member of the British boy band One Direction before establishing himself as a successful solo artist. His inclusion in the project adds an international dimension to Jisoo's musical repertoire and represents a bridge between the K-pop and Western pop music industries.
According to Jisoo's management agency Blissoo, "Eyes Closed" has been specifically crafted to deliver what they describe as "a new experience" for listeners. The agency emphasized how the song masterfully combines Jisoo's distinctive and recognizable vocal style with Zayn's characteristically smoky, textured voice, creating a unique sonic blend that showcases both artists' individual strengths while creating something entirely new.
The release strategy encompasses both domestic and international markets simultaneously, reflecting the global appeal of both collaborating artists. This approach underscores the increasingly international nature of K-pop releases and the genre's continued expansion into Western markets, with established artists like Jisoo leading the charge in cross-cultural musical partnerships.
