Lisa of Blackpink Makes History with Dazzling Performance at 97th Academy Awards

Eunsil Ju Reporter

bb311.eunju@gmail.com | 2025-03-03 13:05:27

Los Angeles, CA – Lisa, a member of the global sensation K-pop group Blackpink, has etched her name in history as the first K-pop artist to perform at the prestigious Academy Awards. Her stunning performance took place at the 97th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

Lisa graced the stage on March 2nd (local time) for a special tribute to the iconic James Bond film series, celebrating its 50th anniversary. Dressed in a glamorous, sparkling black dress, Lisa made a dramatic entrance, suspended by wires, and delivered a captivating rendition of "Live and Let Die," the timeless theme song from the 1973 Bond film of the same name. Her performance, combining elegant dance moves with the classic melody, mesmerized the star-studded audience.

While there was anticipation that Lisa would perform her new collaborative single "Born Again" with rapper Doja Cat and singer-songwriter Raye, the setlist featured a medley of Bond theme songs. Doja Cat performed "Diamonds Are Forever" from the 1971 film, and Raye delivered a powerful performance of "Skyfall" from the 2012 movie.

Lisa's appearance at the Oscars marks a significant milestone for K-pop, showcasing the genre's growing global influence. Her performance was met with enthusiastic applause and widespread acclaim, solidifying her status as a groundbreaking artist.

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