K-pop superstars BLACKPINK stormed back onto the scene with Deadline, a five-track EP released Friday after a three-year group hiatus. The record is led by its propulsive single “Go,” which begins with Rosé and Lisa’s hushed vocals before exploding into a powerful beat. In the chorus, the members chant the catchy hook “BLACKPINK’ll make ya,” epitomizing the group’s confident swagger.
The EP also includes the pre-released EDM banger “Jump.” Fans celebrated the comeback worldwide (Seoul’s National Museum even glowed pink for a listening party). Having each pursued successful solo projects in recent years, the quartet reminds listeners of their formidable chemistry. Deadline packs concise, high-energy tracks that flex BLACKPINK’s signature mix of slick pop production and killer confidence, reigniting their global domination.