Recently, BLACKPINK’s Lisa made an appearance on the popular American talk show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, on March 5th. A short video clip from this appearance has quickly spread online, causing a wave of reactions and discussions among fans and critics alike. The clip features Lisa mentioning feeling “weird” about singing and rapping in public, which has led to both supportive and critical responses.
The Viral Clip and Lisa’s Comments
During her interview with Jimmy Kimmel, Lisa discussed various aspects of her current activities. These included her new solo album Alter Ego, her experience filming the upcoming season 3 of The White Lotus, and how she relaxed with her fellow cast members after filming. When the topic of karaoke came up in relation to The White Lotus cast, Lisa shared her experience, and a snippet from this part of the conversation is what has gone viral.
In the widely circulated clip, Lisa is heard saying, “I feel weird, for me to like rap in the mic and sing.” She further explained her comfort zone, adding, “I’m more like a dancer. I love to dance.” While Lisa’s statement was in the context of feeling unusual singing karaoke, some viewers interpreted it differently.
This seemingly casual comment ignited discussions, particularly among anti-fans who interpreted Lisa’s words as an admission of lacking musical talent. Critics quickly seized the opportunity to question her abilities as a singer and rapper, and whether her global fame is deserved.
Some online users have been critical of Lisa’s statement. One user on X (formerly Twitter) commented:
Girl- a decade into your career u still feels weird to grab the mic & sing? Oh well she’s a rapper but can she even write her own rap?
Another comment undermined her international popularity, labeling her as:
overrated and untalented
However, Lisa’s dedicated fanbase, known as BLINKs, have come to her defense. Many fans argue that the clip is being taken out of context and misrepresented. They emphasize that Lisa was specifically talking about the karaoke setting and not making a general statement about her overall musical abilities. BLINKs point out that Lisa’s discomfort in a casual karaoke setting doesn’t negate her established talent and hard work as a performer. Some fans also noted the negative intent behind the clip’s circulation, with one X user stating:
you guys are so enthusiastic about spreading lies, cutting the video and adding a new story
wow you guys are so enthusiastic about spreading lies, cutting the video and adding a new story, they are talking about singing at karaoke, not on stage
“There’s definitely a big name behind Lisa’s everyday hate train. Like everything she said is wrongly fabricated yet would gain thousands and even millions of interactions.” said a netizen
“not even a fan of lisa but the hate she’s been getting esp post YG has gotten so bad i feel so bad for her. this video is maliciously taken out of context. they were talking about singing KARAOKE with the cast” commented another X user
Clip Deletion and Fan Theories
Adding another layer of intrigue to the situation, the original video clip that sparked the controversy has since been deleted by the user who initially posted it. This deletion has fueled various fan theories. Some speculate that the removal might be due to intervention from Lisa’s rumored boyfriend, Frédéric Arnault, given his family’s influence. However, this remains unconfirmed speculation.
It is important to note that Lisa has not directly addressed the controversy or the deleted clip as of now. The discussions online reflect differing interpretations of her words and highlight the intense scrutiny faced by K-pop idols in the public eye.
