On March 25, 2025, BLACKPINK’s Lisa recounted how a song by Hannah Montana profoundly influenced her life during an interview with The Guardian. The K-pop sensation shared that she performed “Ice Cream Freeze”by the Disney star during her audition for BLACKPINK.
“I auditioned for BLACKPINK in Thailand by singing Ice Cream Freeze (Let’s Chill) by Hannah Montana, so Miley Cyrus. There must have been 1,000 people, so I never thought I would get picked. It’s a fun song and good to dance to, so I think it really suited my style,”BLACKPINK’s maknae expressed.
Fans of BLACKPINK, also known as BLINKS, quickly reacted to this nostalgic revelation, underscoring Lisa’s unique music taste.
“Oh?????? wait this is so cute,”commented a user on X.
“Of course Lisa has good taste, we love her,”a fan remarked.
Many fans reminisced about Lisa’s diverse song choices and her musical journey.
“She sang Rihanna’s ‘Take a Bow’ for the audition, and now a song from Miley Cyrus. Her taste is impeccable! No wonder her tracks from Alter Ego are all exceptional,” wrote another user.
“Exactly, Lalisa! I always knew you had taste!”added a supporter.
The discussion also turned to the highly competitive audition process that Lisa endured to secure her place in BLACKPINK, with many fans expressing pride in her achievements.
“That audition must be grueling; beating over 3,000 competitors is no small feat. I’m savoring this LISA & Miley moment,”noted an enthusiastic fan.
“She beat 3,900 contestants during that audition and was the only one selected! So proud of her!”another netizen said.
“There were likely multiple days of auditions and evaluations since it’s incredibly challenging to become a trainee at YG Entertainment. It’s remarkable that Lisa was the sole candidate who passed out of thousands,”another fan added.
Lisa Reflects on her BLACKPINK Audition Experience
In a conversation with WSJ Magazine, Lisa also shared insights about her audition experience, mentioning her nerves and the struggle to remember the lyrics. Although she performed Rihanna’s “Take a Bow,”she admitted that her rendition was somewhat flawed.
“I was so nervous, I sang like … the lyrics were all over the place. It was not right,”she reflected.
Despite her anxious performance, she was chosen to join YG Entertainment, leaving her puzzled about what made her stand out.
“Maybe I was so unique, or I did something wrong, so they were like, ‘Oh, I remember this girl! She sang the wrong lyrics,'”Lisa speculated.
In her chat with The Guardian, Lisa also expressed her excitement at having met Rihanna, where she voiced her admiration for the global superstar.
Making strides in her career, BLACKPINK’s Lisa made history as the first K-pop artist to grace the 2025 Oscars stage. She performed alongside Doja Cat and RAYE in a James Bond medley, captivating the audience with her rendition of “Live and Let Die”by Paul McCartney and Wings, while Margaret Qualley added a visual flair in a stunning red dress.
Looking ahead, Lisa is set to release her debut solo album, Alter Ego, on February 28, 2028, featuring collaborations with well-known artists like Doja Cat, RAYE, Rosalía, Tyla, and Megan Thee Stallion. Additionally, she is preparing for her solo debut at Coachella and a summer tour with her BLACKPINK bandmates, Jisoo, ROSÉ, and Jennie.