It’s been around two years since Maroon 5 released their latest single. And when they returned, they brought something more than just extraordinary. They brought Lisa. Maroon 5 brought the Lisa from BLACKPINK in a “Priceless” collab that makes you completely astonished. That’s because this collab is just it—priceless—in more than many ways.
This collab not only brought Lisa and Maroon 5 to set a new formula for world-level partnership, but also showcases how Lisa has successfully delivered what it means to go global. Because this time, Lisa is not playing a supporting role—she stole the entire scene. She’s also proving that she’s not merely crossing over. She will be defining it instead.
Maroon 5 x BLACKPINK Lisa “Priceless” Collab: Brilliant Crossover
In today’s music industry, where viral hits come and go overnight, it takes more than just fame to create a moment that sticks. You need timing. You need vision. And you need two artists who aren’t just famous, but are ready to level up.
That’s exactly what happened when BLACKPINK’s Lisa joined forces with Maroon 5 for their new collab “Priceless.”
At first glance, it may look like a surprising combination: Lisa, a Thai-born K-pop rapper and dancer, and Maroon 5, an American band known for their smooth radio-pop sound from the early 2000s. But if you take a closer look, you will see how it completely makes sense.
Why? Because this “Priceless” collab is a mutual career move that elevates both BLACKPINK Lisa and Maroon 5 in all the right ways.
Maroon 5 Needed a Reset—And Lisa Delivered in “Priceless” Collab
Let’s be honest: Maroon 5 has been coasting. Their last big chart moment was in 2021 with “Beautiful Mistakes,” and since then, their musical direction has felt stuck between radio-friendly formulas and fading mainstream relevance.
But “Priceless” changes that.
It’s a return to their roots—built on guitar riffs, stripped-down vocals, and a cinematic love-meets-danger concept that mirrors the vibe of “Songs About Jane.” Even the music video, directed like a thriller, shows that Maroon 5 is ready to reclaim the cultural space they once dominated.
And adding Lisa to the mix was way more than just a smart move. It was genius!
In “Priceless” collab, Lisa brings not only her massive fanbase from BLACKPINK and beyond, but also credibility. And if you see how she performed in the MV, Lisa became more than just a feature: she’s the real, actual center of gravity of this collab.
Her confident verse pierces through as if she’s actually part of the entire song—and the band. Her voice blends perfectly with Adam Levine’s; she did not sound like a guest at all in Maroon 5’s universe.
Instead, with this brilliant collab, she expands it. The tone, the visuals, the chemistry—Lisa’s presence turns “Priceless” into something far more global than Maroon 5 could have pulled off alone.
Lisa Is No Longer Just a K-pop Idol from BLACKPINK — She’s the Very Icon for Global Stardom
If you’ve followed the journey of BLACKPINK Lisa from debut to today, you will see how this “Priceless” collab with Maroon 5 marks more than just another step. Her participation in a project by one of the biggest and most influential global stars is the very culmination of everything she’s been building.
And to fully understand it, you must take a look at where Lisa started.
From the very beginning, Lisa has always been different from the other K-pop stars: she’s not Korean. She’s a Thai artist who trained in South Korea, debuted as a K-pop idol in 2016, and quickly became one of BLACKPINK’s breakout stars.
This fact alone has made her completely unique. But what sets Lisa apart is how she’s slowly—and very strategically—repositioned herself. Not away from K-pop, but beyond it.
With her solo work, especially “LALISA” and her recent album “Alter Ego,” Lisa has been gradually stepping out of the K-pop system—not to leave it behind, but to expand what it can mean.
She’s doing what Hilary Duff and Miley Cyrus once did for Disney stars—showing that you can grow up, evolve, and own new territory. Moreover, she’s walking the path that artists like Rihanna and Shakira once paved: breaking out of regional boxes to become true global forces.
Beyond her identity as a BLACKPINK member, Lisa is now laying the path for how K-pop idols can transition into full-fledged global icons.
She’s done the hard part. She’s kept her roots in K-pop while growing into a fashion ambassador, solo performer, and collaborator with names like Doja Cat, Rosalía, and now, Maroon 5.
This is not an accident. It is a well-strategic plan that is utterly brilliant. And it’s actually working.
More Than Just a Feature — Lisa Is Shaping the Future of Pop Culture
If you think Lisa is simply riding on BLACKPINK’s fame or tagging along with Western acts, you’re missing the bigger picture.
Lisa’s name now draws attention on its own. She doesn’t need to be introduced. She doesn’t have to explain where she came from. Her Coachella solo performance proved it. Her “Alter Ego” album solidified it. And now, “Priceless” is proof that she can stand beside Western music legends—and still steal the spotlight.
You can already see her influence today. K-pop agencies are now scouting more Southeast Asian trainees. Fashion houses are leaning into Asian ambassadors. Global media outlets no longer ask “Why is a K-pop star here?” They ask, “What’s Lisa doing next?”
This is how much Lisa has grown from a foreigner coming to the K-pop industry to a member who holds the most expensive contract value among BLACKPINK and is now beyond a global star.
Maroon 5 x Lisa Collab Called “Priceless” — And That’s Exactly What It Is
There are two kinds of international collaborations in music.
The first is surface-level—just enough to grab headlines, not enough to matter.
The second is what “Priceless” represents: equal footing. Shared creativity. Real synergy. It is the ultimate formula for what a world-level collab is supposed to be.
Lisa’s verse isn’t an afterthought. The video doesn’t use her as a sidekick. Maroon 5 doesn’t try to overshadow her. Instead, they meet in the middle visually, musically, and emotionally.
For Maroon 5, this collab injects fresh global relevance into a band that needed a reinvention. For Lisa, it adds yet another powerful milestone to a solo career that’s no longer emerging, but established.
Together, they created a piece of pop culture that feels both nostalgic and new. The song itself echoes Maroon 5’s early sound, while the visuals—and Lisa’s verse—bring it forward into 2025.
Adam Levine said recording it made him emotional. Guitarist James Valentine said it reminded him of their beginning. And Lisa? She made it unforgettable.
In a sea of meaningless collaborations, this is the only one that respects where both artists came from—and signals where they’re going next.
And that’s why this collab is so “Priceless.”
Maroon 5 “Priceless” Collab & the Lisa Effect: A Powerful Message
In the end, “Priceless” isn’t just a Maroon 5 comeback or another Lisa feature. It’s a proof of concept—that when you pair legacy with vision, and talent with global relevance, you don’t just make a good song. You spark a cultural shift.
With this collab, Lisa did more than just raise the bar for K-pop idols; she quietly changed the rules.
Her presence in “Priceless” shows that K-pop idols can evolve beyond the boundaries of their genre and language, not by abandoning where they came from, but by showing the world just how far that origin story can go. She’s showing fans—especially young women across Asia—that you can start in one genre, in one language, on one path… and still become a name the entire world recognizes.
And as for Maroon 5? They didn’t just ride Lisa’s wave. They understood her power—and aligned with it. That’s what makes this collab work. And that’s what makes it matter.
So, if you’re still wondering why “Priceless” is such a big deal? It’s because this isn’t just another pop song. It’s about two worlds meeting as equals—and creating a moment no one saw coming, but now, no one can ignore.
That’s why the next time someone asks what the future of global music looks like, you don’t need to explain it. Just show them this collab because it’s all right there and priceless.
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