BLACKPINK's 'BORN PINK' Clinches Silver Certification, Marking Their 2nd UK Album Triumph

BLACKPINK , the globally acclaimed K-pop sensation, has struck silver once again! This time, it's their 2022 album " BORN PINK " that's earned them this prestigious recognition in the United Kingdom.

The British Phonographic Industry (BPI) made the thrilling announcement on February 9th, confirming BLACKPINK's latest album had officially snagged a silver BRIT certification. To clinch this accolade, the album had to hit the impressive mark of 60,000 units sold.

This isn't the first time BLACKPINK has shone bright with silver in the UK. Their 2020 album "THE ALBUM" and several hit singles including "Kiss and Make Up," "Kill This Love," "DDU-DU DDU-DU," and "How You Like That" have all previously achieved silver status.

The release of "BORN PINK" marked BLACKPINK's highly anticipated comeback, accompanied by a mesmerizing music video for the title track, "Shut Down." Composed by TEDDY and 24, with lyrics penned by TEDDY, Danny Chung, and Vince, "Shut Down" captivated listeners with its unique blend of classical music, sampling Paganini's "La Campanella," fused with hip hop beats.

For those unfamiliar, BLACKPINK is a South Korean girl group under YG Entertainment, comprising members Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa. Since their debut in 2016 with "Square One," BLACKPINK has dominated both domestic and international charts. Their achievements include topping the "Billboard" Hot 100 and "Billboard" 200 charts, as well as being recognized as one of the most influential celebrities in Korea by "Forbes" Korea Power Celebrity. With sold-out stadium tours and a string of awards to their name, BLACKPINK continues to captivate audiences worldwide with their unparalleled talent and charm.

For BLACKPINK, this latest achievement adds another jewel to their crown of global success, showcasing their ever-growing popularity and influence in the music industry. Fans worldwide are celebrating this milestone, eagerly anticipating what dazzling feats the group will accomplish next.


(With AI Inputs)


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