Lisa’s “Rockstar” is a multifaceted anthem that showcases her evolution as an artist while staying true to her roots. The lyrics blend her confidence about her global success with personal touches that reflect her journey – from referencing her Thai heritage through BKK (Bangkok) mentions to showcasing her multilingual abilities and high-fashion connections with Louis Vuitton. While the song appears to be a straightforward celebration of celebrity status on the surface, it’s deeply personal with clever callbacks to her solo debut “Lalisa,” her BLACKPINK identity (with the “catch and kill” reference to “Kill This Love”), and her current status as a global superstar. Through these self-referential lyrics, Lisa creates a powerful statement about embracing her rockstar persona while remaining connected to the elements that shaped her career.
[Chorus]
Gold teeth sittin’ on the dash, she a rockstar
Make your favorite singer wanna rap, baby, la, la
“Lisa, can you teach me Japanese?” I said, “はい、はい”
That’s my life, life, baby, I’m a rockstar
[Pre-Chorus]
Been on a mission, boy, they call me catch-and-kill
I’m stealin’ diamonds, make them chase me for the thrill
Been MIA, BKK so pretty
Every city that I go is my city
[Chorus]
Gold teeth sittin’ on the dash, she a rockstar
Make your favorite singer wanna rap, baby, la, la
“Lisa, can you teach me Japanese?” I said, “はい、はい”
That’s my life, life, baby, I’m a rockstar
[Post-Chorus]
I’m a rockstar, I’m a rockstar
It’s not hype, hype, baby, make you rock-hard
[Verse]
Make a wish, babe, what you wanna do?
Dippin’ outta big cities like a ponzu
It’s a fast life, it’s an attitude
Put it on the calеndar and tell me when to comе through
Yes, yes, I can spend it
Yes, yes, no pretendin’
Tight dress, LV sent it
Oh shit, Lisa reppin’
[Pre-Chorus]
Been on a mission, boy, they call me catch-and-kill
I’m stealin’ diamonds, make them chase me for the thrill
Been MIA, BKK so pretty
Every city that I go is my city
[Chorus]
Gold teeth sittin’ on the dash, she a rockstar
Make your favorite singer wanna rap, baby, la, la
“Lisa, can you teach me Japanese?” I said, “はい、はい”
That’s my life, life, baby, I’m a rockstar
Gold teeth sittin’ on the dash, she a rockstar
Make your favorite singer wanna rap, baby, la, la
“Lisa, can you teach me Japanese?” I said, “はい、はい”
That’s my life, life, baby, I’m a rockstar
[Post-Chorus]
I’m a rockstar, I’m a rockstar
It’s not hype, hype, baby, make you rock-hard
I’m a rockstar, I’m a rockstar
It’s not hype, hype, baby, make you rock-hard
[Outro]
Ooh, and the music goin’
Ooh, and the girls are posin’
Ooh, don’t it get you in a mood?
It’s not hype, hype, baby, I’m a rockstar
Netizens’ comments:
- i rlly like the backing track so i dont rlly care about what she’s rapping on top lmao, it’s addictive i’ve had it on replay since it came out…….
- yeah, in my own opinion, the song was again mediocre badassery. We know that already from Lisa and Blackpink, and Lisa did it the first time with La lisa and Money, and Blackpink with most of their CB singles. I don’t feel any growth. Very talented woman, but mediocre song
- i enjoyed watching the mv and her performance (sans vocal, bcs… Yea.). gorgeous mv….
- I just wish there was more creative lyricism to show how much of a ‘Rockstar’ she is! I don’t vibe with the irony of her teaching Japanese when she’s in Thailand in the MV. 🤔I would have preferred her teaching me Thai instead. This reminds me of M.I.A.’s “Bad Girls,” from the lyrics to the structure of the song. From the teasers, many thought it was going to be hyperpop like Charli XCX’s style, but I guess that was just a dream! What I would love to see though is some vulnerability, similar to how Charli did on brat. With this release, Lisa is still focused on cementing her already established ‘higher than life’ image. But as a fan, I would have loved to see more of her beyond that and relate to her on a deeper level.
- Do I think that the song is good? No. But I do consider this a step-up from her previous solo work, and tbh a great deal of Blackpink’s discography. I was surprisingly let down the most by the rap bits, I found those pretty underwhelming. Overall, while I definitely don’t think that this song itself is good, I still think that it’s nice to see her work on a song separated from YG. Hopefully some of that music is actually good in the future.