Who / What
Kim Ji-soo (mononymously known as Jisoo) is a highly successful South Korean singer and actress. She first gained international fame as one of the founding members of the globally popular girl group Blackpink before embarking on a notable solo career, particularly recognized for composing her own music.
Background & History
Born Kim Ji-soo on January 3, 1995, in Seoul, South Korea, she joined YG Entertainment. She was recruited into Blackpink in March 2015 and subsequently debuted with the group as part of their initial lineup that month. Before releasing solo material, they achieved massive success together. In March 2023, Jisoo released her debut single album "Me", marking her official departure from the group for a solo career.
Why Notable
Jisoo is notable primarily due to co-founding Blackpink alongside members Lisa (Park Chae-young) and Momo (Nam Yoon-jung), which propelled K-pop into global stardom. As an artist deeply involved in songwriting, she significantly contributed to the group's distinctive sound through hits like "Boys Don't Cry". Her solo success with "Me" further cemented her reputation by achieving record-breaking sales for a female soloist album in South Korea.
In the News
Since March 2023, Jisoo has been actively building her solo career as an official member of YG Entertainment. She released multiple singles from the album *me* across platforms like YouTube and continues to release original content frequently. Her solo music and performances have garnered significant international attention due to Blackpink's existing fanbase and her role as a primary composer.
