"Ice Cream" became a massive commercial success, particularly in the Western market:
Ariana Grande reportedly recorded a full demo version to guide the melody before it was handed to Blackpink and Gomez.
The track is characterized as an and bubblegum pop song with subtle trap elements. BlackpinkВ Ice Cream Ft Selena Gomez
The 2020 single "," a collaboration between the South Korean girl group Blackpink and American singer Selena Gomez (often referred to as " Selpink "), serves as a hallmark of global pop fusion. Released as the second single from Blackpink's debut studio project, The Album , it marked a significant stylistic departure from the group's signature hip-hop and EDM-heavy sound toward a vibrant bubblegum pop aesthetic. Song Composition & Production
The video features vintage pin-up aesthetics, a massive pink balloon pit, and appearances by animals like a capybara and a golden retriever. Commercial Performance & Records Released as the second single from Blackpink's debut
The song was co-written by Ariana Grande and her frequent collaborator Victoria Monét , alongside Teddy Park , Bekuh Boom , and Selena Gomez .
Directed by , the official music video presents a "technicolor dream" of pastel sets and high-fashion surrealism. Directed by , the official music video presents
The lyrics use extensive ice cream-themed metaphors and double entendres, playing on the contrast between a "cold" exterior and "sweet" interior. It includes pop culture nods to Free Willy and Billie Jean . Visual Production & Concept