LISA’s ‘Alter Ego’ Debuts at No. 1 on Top Album Sales Chart

Thai rapper and singer Lisa, known mononymously, has achieved remarkable success with her debut studio album, Alter Ego, which debuted at number one on the Top Album Sales Chart. Released on February 28, 2025, through her self-founded management company Lloud in collaboration with RCA Records, the album showcases Lisa’s versatility as an artist.
Alter Ego features 15 tracks that blend hip hop, electropop, and trap genres. The album includes collaborations with prominent artists such as Doja Cat, Raye, Rosalía, Future, Megan Thee Stallion, and Tyla. Thematically, it explores Lisa’s multifaceted persona, fame, and success through the concept of multiple alter egos.
The lead single, “Rockstar,” was released in June 2024 and achieved significant chart success. It debuted at number four on the Billboard Global 200 and reached number one on the Global Excl. US chart, marking Lisa’s first chart-topping single in that category. The subsequent singles, including “New Woman” featuring Rosalía, “Moonlit Floor (Kiss Me),” “Born Again” featuring Doja Cat and Raye, and “Fxck Up the World” featuring Future, have also received positive attention, with many entering the top 25 on various international charts.
Critically, Alter Ego has garnered mixed reviews. Some critics praised the album’s production quality and Lisa’s adaptability across different musical styles. However, others pointed out concerns about the album’s cohesiveness and the overwhelming number of featured artists, suggesting that it impacted the clarity of Lisa’s artistic vision.
Commercially, the album has performed well, debuting in the top ten in countries like Australia, Germany, and the Netherlands, and reaching the top 20 in Japan, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Notably, in Japan, Alter Ego debuted at number 18 on the Oricon Albums Chart, selling 3,724 copies.
Lisa’s journey with Alter Ego highlights her evolution as a solo artist, balancing her commitments with Blackpink while exploring diverse musical expressions. The album’s success on the Top Album Sales Chart underscores her global appeal and the anticipation surrounding her solo endeavors.