K-pop and pop worlds collided in the most mesmerizing way as Zayn Malik and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo joined forces for their new single Eyes Closed. The collaboration, released on Friday, October 10, has already captivated fans worldwide — and Zayn isn’t holding back his admiration for Jisoo.
In an Instagram post shared on Monday, October 13, the former One Direction member praised Jisoo, calling her an “absolute legend” while reflecting on their creative experience together.
“@sooyaaa__ Jisoo… you’re an absolute legend,” Zayn wrote. “Loved every part of this collaboration.”
The Dusk Till Dawn singer also added a sweet personal note:
“Thank you for making me the coolest dad around,” he said, accompanied by a laughing emoji and a red heart — a nod to his daughter Khai’s love for BLACKPINK.
Zayn, 32, shares five-year-old Khai with his ex-partner, model Gigi Hadid. Earlier in July, the proud dad was spotted attending a BLACKPINK concert in New York City with his daughter, proving that little Khai is already part of the BLINK fandom.
Behind the Scenes of ‘Eyes Closed’
The latest behind-the-scenes photos shared by Zayn feature intimate moments from the Eyes Closed music video set. In one shot, Jisoo and Zayn are seen smiling together in a sleek, red-and-white corridor, surrounded by the ethereal lighting that defines the video’s cosmic atmosphere.
Other snapshots showcase Zayn in solo moments, embracing the song’s dreamy, sci-fi aesthetic.
A Cosmic Love Story
Eyes Closed is a delicate yet emotional pop ballad that delves into themes of love, vulnerability, and moving on from the past. The music video beautifully mirrors the lyrics — opening with Jisoo and Zayn awakening from suspended pods in a futuristic spacecraft, before journeying through the vastness of space.
The visual concludes with a stunning scene of the spaceship approaching Saturn, as the chorus repeats the line, “We should fall in love with our eyes closed.”
Fans React to the Collaboration
Fans from both sides — K-pop and Western pop — have flooded social media with praise for the unexpected duo, calling the song “magical,” “cinematic,” and “a masterpiece.” Many highlighted how effortlessly Jisoo’s soft vocals blend with Zayn’s soulful tone, creating a sound that’s both modern and timeless.
With Eyes Closed, Jisoo and Zayn have not only delivered a breathtaking track but also a cross-cultural collaboration that celebrates creativity without borders.
