Zayn Malik and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo have teamed up for a celestial love story in their new single, “Eyes Closed,” released Friday. The dreamy pop ballad pairs the soulful vocals of the former One Direction singer with the delicate tones of the K-pop sensation, creating a mesmerizing track that explores love, vulnerability, and letting go of the past.
The song is accompanied by a visually stunning, space-themed music video. Set aboard a sleek, futuristic spaceship, the video follows Zayn and Jisoo drifting alone through sterile, neon-lit corridors. As the song builds, the pair slowly gravitate toward one another, finally meeting mid-orbit to share the emotional chorus in zero gravity.
“Said, oh, we should fall in love with our eyes closed / Better if we keep it where we don’t know,” they sing in unison. “The beds we’ve been in, the names and the faces of who we were with / And, oh, ain’t nobody perfect, but it’s all good.”
The production of “Eyes Closed” blends airy synths, smooth beats, and layered harmonies to create an ethereal atmosphere that mirrors the song’s message: embracing new love while leaving behind old baggage. The collaboration comes at a transformative time for both artists, each exploring new musical paths.
Zayn and Jisoo had teased the track in the weeks leading up to its release, building anticipation with cryptic social media posts and lyric snippets. The single also arrives ahead of Zayn’s upcoming Las Vegas residency set for January, and just a week after he announced a surprise Netflix project with fellow One Direction alum Louis Tomlinson.
With “Eyes Closed,” Zayn and Jisoo offer fans a heartfelt and visually captivating experience, blending their global appeal and artistic growth into one unforgettable duet.