Lisa opens up about childhood, Thai heritage and her growing solo music journey

BLACKPINK’s Lisa teases a secret next single from Press Play, recalls her father calling her a “superstar” and discusses her Thai roots on Jimmy Fallon.

BLACKPINK star Lisa appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where she spoke about her Thai heritage, upcoming music and her journey from Thailand to international stardom. The singer discussed her latest single “SaWaDiKa,” which has reportedly become 2026’s most-viewed music video, and her upcoming EP PRESS PLAY, which is scheduled to release on October 23.

During the interview, Lisa shared a small update about the new EP. She revealed that track four is expected to be the next single, but decided to keep its name private for now. Her decision has left fans curious about which song will follow “SaWaDiKa” and what direction her next release will take.

The conversation also included a personal memory from Lisa’s childhood. Speaking about her early years, she recalled that her father used to call her a “superstar.” The memory highlighted the encouragement she received from her family before she became one of the most recognised names in K-pop.

Lisa also discussed her Thai identity and its role in her life and career. Although she has built a major international presence through BLACKPINK and her solo work, she continues to acknowledge her roots and the influence of her background. Her appearance offered a more personal look at the singer beyond her performances and music releases.

Along with her EP, Lisa has several other projects scheduled. Her documentary Always Lalisa is set to premiere on October 12 and is expected to explore different aspects of her career and personal journey. She is also preparing for her Las Vegas residency, VIVA LA LISA, which marks another important step in her solo career.

The Jimmy Fallon appearance combined music announcements with personal stories and a relaxed conversation. Lisa’s comments about the unnamed fourth track, her father’s childhood nickname and her Thai heritage became some of the key talking points from the interview. With Always Lalisa arriving on October 12, PRESS PLAY releasing on October 23 and her Las Vegas residency ahead, the singer is set for a busy period of solo activities.

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