BLACKPINK’s Lisa has faced criticism for her recent performance at the Global Citizen Festival. The charity event, held in Central Park, New York, on September 29th, featured top artists like Post Malone and Doja Cat.
Lisa, one of the headliners, delivered her first solo festival stage. Her setlist included popular tracks like ROCKSTAR, NEW WOMAN, Lalisa, and Money. Fans were excited as she also debuted her unreleased digital single Moonlit Floor, scheduled for release on October 4th.
The new song, Moonlit Floor, features a sample from Sixpence None the Richer’s Kiss Me. While the visuals and production were impressive, her vocal performance left much to be desired. Lisa relied heavily on pre-recorded tracks, which led to disappointment.
Despite the interactive nature of the festival, she only sang during select parts of her performance. Many fans expressed their frustration, feeling that her performance lacked energy and engagement. Comments ranged from critiques about lip-syncing to questioning her solo performance abilities.
Some K-pop fans pointed out that her lip movements didn’t sync with the lyrics. Others remarked that her performance seemed half-hearted and lacked the spark they expected from a global star.
Earlier in September, Lisa made headlines for winning the Best K-pop award at the MTV Video Music Awards for ROCKSTAR. She became the first K-pop solo artist to achieve this milestone, adding to her growing list of accomplishments.
The criticism she faced also highlights the challenges of transitioning from group performances to solo acts. Lisa’s previous performances with BLACKPINK often featured dynamic choreography and interactions with her group members.
This shift to a solo stage may require her to adapt her style to maintain audience engagement and meet their expectations.
In addition to her music career, Lisa is also expanding into acting. She has been cast in the third season of HBO’s original series The White Lotus, marking her official acting debut.
Fans remain divided over her recent performance. Her upcoming digital single, Moonlit Floor, holds promise and could potentially redefine her solo career. With her recent award win and acting debut, fans are hopeful that she will continue to grow as an artist
