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Lisa to Release New Single Ahead of ‘Press Play’ EP: What to Know

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • BLACKPINK’s Lisa will release “SaWaDiKa” on September 3 as the first single from her upcoming solo EP, Press Play.
  • The six-track EP is scheduled for release on October 23, 2026, although its full tracklist has not been disclosed.
  • The project follows Lisa’s preview of the song on TikTok and comes as all four BLACKPINK members pursue individual music projects.

Lisa is preparing to open a new chapter in her solo career with “SaWaDiKa,” a single that will introduce her first EP, Press Play, on September 3.

The six-track project is scheduled for release on October 23, 2026. Lisa previewed the energetic song on TikTok on August 28, appearing in a boxing ring in sporty clothing. The teaser also featured references to Geneva, a Ferrari and her persona as “La Lalisa, la diva.”

The title “SaWaDiKa” points to Thai culture through its association with “sawasdee ka,” a Thai greeting. The single will give listeners their first full indication of the musical direction Lisa is taking with Press Play. The complete tracklist has not yet been revealed.

Lisa has not discussed the EP in detail publicly. She previously said she was working on new music in the United States, and ELLE reported that she referred to a “new album” during a June 2026 interview with Vanity Fair. The new material was also linked to her Las Vegas residency, Viva La Lisa.

Her release arrives during an active year for BLACKPINK’s members. Jennie released Fallen Angel on August 28, while Jisoo is scheduled to release “Click” on September 4. Rosé has also been seen working in a recording studio. Lisa’s rollout will begin with “SaWaDiKa” and conclude with Press Play’s October release.

new album

— LisaShe used the phrase during a June 2026 Vanity Fair interview while discussing new music.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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