Last month, BLACKPINK Lisa released her new single “ROCKSTAR.” This track marks her first release since founding her own label, Loud Company. She has generated significant excitement as her debut as a global pop artist.
The “ROCKSTAR” music video by BLACKPINK Lisa has come under scrutiny for alleged similarities to Travis Scott’s “FE!N” video
The “ROCKSTAR” music video, filmed in Lisa’s hometown, Thailand, quickly surpassed 100 million views, which underscores her worldwide influence. Furthermore, Lisa compensated local night market vendors for filming, adding to the buzz. The Thai Tourism Authority even announced plans for a walking tour in Bangkok’s Yaowarat area, where the video was shot.
However, Lisa’s solo journey encountered a series of allegations of plagiarism regarding the “ROCKSTAR” music video. Gabriel Moses, a video director and producer, recently posted on social media, comparing a scene from Travis Scott’s “FE!N” music video, which he directed, to a scene from Lisa’s “ROCKSTAR” video. He claimed, “They (Lisa’s team) contacted my editor for this scene. My editor said ‘no,’ but they went ahead and made it anyway.”
The similarities between “FE!N,” released in July last year, and “ROCKSTAR,” released this June, prompted Gabriel Moses to request an official statement from Lisa’s team by the end of this month.
Thai media outlets, which have received well of Lisa’s new single, also reported on these plagiarism allegations. The Thai publication Khaosod noted, “Lisa’s ‘ROCKSTAR’ is accused of plagiarizing the music video for Travis Scott’s ‘FE!N,’ directed by Gabriel Moses. Comparing Moses’ video with ‘ROCKSTAR,’ it looks like a replica.” As the original director awaits a response on the plagiarism claims, all eyes are on Lisa’s team to see if they will issue an official statement.
In related news, last month, Lisa reportedly concluded her three-year association with CELINE , a renowned French luxury brand under LVMH. Insiders familiar with the commercial agreement confirmed her exit, pointing out that speculation started following her attendance at a Louis Vuitton show in March.
