Girl group Blackpink. Photo: AllKpop.

Blackpink’s “Whistle” was honored

According to Korean media, Blackpink’s hit “Whistle” was chosen as “The first song honored at the Korean World Music Culture Hall of Fame”.

It is known that the song “Whistle” was released on August 8, 2016. This is a hit song in Blackpink’s first single album “Square One”. “Whistle” also contributed to making the four girls become international stars.

Musically, “Whistle” is appreciated for creating a variety of musical instruments, including beats and whistling.

The song’s innovative sound and style were recognized by audiences and critics alike.

Additionally, “Whistle” had good sales and streams on various music platforms.

The song was recognized as one of the best songs of the year according to Billboard magazine.

Because of that, “Whistle” was chosen by the Korean Federation of Copyright Associations to be honored as the first song to be inducted into the Korean World Music Culture Hall of Fame. This award is a testament to Blackpink’s lasting influence as well as the appeal of “Whistle” to global audiences.

Achieving achievements on par with One Direction

The Trade Agency of the French music industry – SNEP has just announced the sales and streaming numbers of the hit “You & Me” performed by Blackpink member Jennie.

The song peaked at number 117 on the SNEP singles chart, becoming the highest debut by a female K-Pop solo artist in 2023.

Along with Lisa’s song Money, Jennie’s hit became the song with the highest debut by a female K-pop solo artist in history.

Jennie joined PSY, Rosé, Lisa, Jisoo, Jimin, Jin and Jungkook as the only K-pop Solo Artists to date to have placed at least one song on the SNEP Top Singles Chart.

Therefore, Blackpink has equaled One Direction’s achievement as the group with all members entering the official French SNEP singles chart as solo artists.