Blackpink once again affirmed that the title "K-pop Queen" is indisputable, as Billboard recently emphasized that the group's influence has reached the level of leading pop artists in the world.
Accordingly, the prestigious music magazine Billboard awarded Blackpink the Honorary Award in the "Most Great Pop Stars of 2025" list, making the group the only K-pop artist honored in this chart.
Blackpink is ranked together with a series of big names in the international music scene such as Addison Rae, Ariana Grande, Benson Boone, Beyonce, Chappell Roan, Rosalia, SZA, Bruno Mars and Justin Bieber.
Billboard especially emphasizes Blackpink's impressive comeback in the past year, with the hit song "Jump" reaching the Top 30 Billboard Hot 100 charts, while setting many impressive records in the US market and globally. In addition, the group's large-scale stadium tour is also considered a clear testament to Blackpink's persistent appeal.
With Jennie, Rose, Jisoo and Lisa, Billboard affirms that the group is still a dominant force of K-pop in the international arena. Not only stopping at music, Blackpink's influence also spreads to fashion, advertising and popular culture, helping them consolidate their position as true global icons.
Notably, the outstanding activities and personal achievements of each member in the past time also contributed to maintaining the heat for Blackpink, helping the group continue to reap success in many fields and maintain its leading position in the global K-pop wave.
