BLACKPINK shared their translation of the upcoming single "Ice Cream" (Ice Cream) and their collaboration with Selena Gomez, and before the release of the new song with American singer Selena Gomez, BLACKPINK was interviewed to talk about the song and its production. The members expressed their excitement about the new single, saying, A song we've worked so is finally going to be released. Because we were able to work with Selena Gomez, this song is special.
Still, blackpink members added: "What we're most excited about is that we can once again greet our fans with an exciting, cheerful song." The idols also shared their impressions of Selena Gomez during the collaboration, explaining: "All of us are fans of Selena Gomez. Although we were unable to meet in person to produce the song, we were once again attracted to her during the many communications with her (during the production process). Seeing her humility and freedom to express her opinions makes us feel like she's a really cool person.
"We were thrilled because Selena Gomez told us that she was also our fan," they went on to say, "and we were really happy with the results of our musical synergy." Asked about their initial reactions when they first heard Ice Cream, blackpink members replied, "When we first heard the song, it felt like we could taste its sweetness. We think that for many people facing the sweltering heat of late summer, listening to this song will give them a chance to 'cool' down. We hope to convey the good atmosphere and excitement we feel to all the people who listen to the song.
The group also revealed that they wanted to show their different side through the "Ice Cream" transliteration (ice cream), a song that was in stark contrast to the previous single "How You Like That". We always enjoy the challenge of trying new things. Blackpink members said. 'Ice Cream' is the complete opposite of our single 'How You Like That', released last June, and we're trying to express a fresh and lovely charm [through this new song]. We are full of fresh, unexpected charm in the song, which can melt the summer heat like ice cream, please look forward to it.
As for what fans should pay attention to when watching the MV, BLACKPINK commented: "Reminiscent of sweet ice cream scenes and cute pink props. Overall, the bright, cheerful atmosphere of the styling, including the colorful costumes, is a great match for the song. Our opinion is also reflected in [the production of the MV]. Finally, BLACKPINK shared that they hope to one day sing the new song with Selena Gomez in person.
"We are grateful to our many fans around the world," blackpink members said. "We hope that in the future, when we can meet you, we will be able to sing Ice Cream with Selena Gomez on stage. We'll be greeting you again soon, and until then, please stay healthy and happy while listening to Ice Cream. Ice Cream will be released at 1 p.m. Beijing time on August 28.