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BLACKPINK power: The quartet's debut single “WHISTLE” is their 8th music video and reaches 900 million views on YouTube

BLACKPINK continues to set an unprecedented standard of success for their contemporaries. Now, their debut single WHISTLE, which once dominated the music charts, has given them another milestone. The music video for this song has been viewed over 900 million times on YouTube.

On August 22, BLACKPINK's chart-topper WHISTLE reached a whopping 900 million views for its music video. This is the group's 8th music video to surpass the view count on YouTube.

Previously, “DDU-DU-DDU-DU”, “Kill This Love”, “BOOMBAYAH”, “AS IF IT'S YOUR LAST”, “HOW YOU LIKE THAT” and the accompanying dance practice video as well as “Ice Cream feat. Selena Gomez” had been viewed over 900 million times on YouTube.

Meanwhile, WHISTLE, released on August 8, 2016, managed to achieve this feat within 8 years of its release. On that day, BLACKPINK took to its official social media channels to share the good news with fans and thank them for their contribution to the group's success.

Congratulations to BLACKPINK!

On August 8, 2016, BLACKPINK made its highly anticipated debut with two singles – WHISTLE and BOOMBAYAH. Both songs became huge hits in South Korea and cemented the K-pop group's position as an up-and-coming girl group. As their popularity grew in the following years, the tracks also garnered critical acclaim worldwide.

WHISTLE is a strong debut from the YG Entertainment girl group, who showed off their confidence and playfulness in the lively music video. The K-pop track is mainly infused with hip-hop and electronic influences.

Through the lyrics, the group expresses their desire to leave a lasting impression. The song also touches on themes such as longing and desire for an unforgettable connection, highlighting the depth of their feelings.

WHISTLE fits into the broader concept of K-pop, where love, confidence and attraction come together to create a magical atmosphere.

Watch the music video for WHISTLE here:

In terms of work, BLACKPINK has not released a release since their 2022 album Born Pink. The group had been on an unofficial hiatus for nearly two years and recently reunited to mark their 8th debut anniversary on August 8, 2024.

Now YG Entertainment has confirmed that they will make their highly anticipated comeback in 2025 and that the megastar girl group will go on a world tour following the new release.

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