Jisoo and Zayn Malik's Highly Anticipated Collaboration: Eyes Closed
BLACKPINK's Jisoo and British pop star Zayn Malik surprised fans with a teaser of their upcoming collaboration, Eyes Closed, on October 8, 2025. The snippet, shared on various social media platforms, quickly became a hot topic among fans eagerly anticipating the unexpected partnership. In the 20-second clip, both artists showcased their sleek black attire and delivered an R&B-infused harmony that caught the attention of many.
However, the teaser also sparked a debate among netizens, with some criticizing Jisoo's vocals, claiming she was overshadowed by Zayn in the snippet. Despite this, supporters of the BLACKPINK singer came to her defense, highlighting the intentional vocal layering and harmonization style that was meant to complement Zayn's lead vocals and add depth to the song. Fans pointed out that Jisoo's dual vocal layers in the chorus were a technical choice to enhance the overall harmony.
The collaboration between Jisoo and Zayn signifies a significant milestone for both artists. For Jisoo, Eyes Closed marks her first major release since her solo EP, Amortage, earlier in the year. On the other hand, Zayn continues his streak of R&B releases following Room Under the Stairs. Forbes has described the upcoming track as a mood-driven, slow-burn R&B ballad that showcases the contrasting yet harmonious tones of both singers.
Eyes Closed holds special significance for Jisoo as her first international collaboration since joining Dior's fashion calendar and expanding her solo brand globally. She reportedly contributed to the songwriting process alongside Kiddo A.I., Alex Hope, Mikky Ekko, and others. The official music video for Eyes Closed is set to premiere on October 10, 2025, at 1 pm KST, directed by UnderWonder Content, known for BTS Jungkook's Standing Next to You.
Additionally, Zayn was previously seen at BLACKPINK's Deadline concert with his daughter, adding to the excitement surrounding the collaboration. Jisoo will soon reunite with her bandmates for the Deadline World Tour Asia leg, starting on October 18 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and continuing through Bangkok, Jakarta, Bocaue, and Singapore. This tour marks BLACKPINK's return to major Asian venues following their successful Europe and U.S. run.