A Cross-Genre Moment: Maroon 5 Meets LISA
In an unexpected but electric collaboration, Maroon 5 has tapped BLACKPINK’s LISA for their newest single, “Priceless.” The result? A genre-blending track that unites two global fanbases and reshapes the pop landscape. For Maroon 5, this marks a bold return to their roots—reimagined through a modern, international lens.
A Soundtrack of Nostalgia and Reinvention
Adam Levine describes the song as “just a guitar-based track,” the kind of raw, emotional sound the band built its name on in the early 2000s. There’s a vulnerability in how the intro was recorded: Levine strumming an unplugged guitar directly into his iPhone. It’s a deliberate pivot back to authenticity—and a nod to the fans who’ve longed for that original Maroon 5 vibe.
The LISA Effect: K-pop Star Adds Her Signature Fire
LISA, known globally as BLACKPINK’s main dancer and rapper, adds a sleek contrast to Levine’s falsetto. Her K-pop influence doesn’t overwhelm—it complements. It’s this balance that gives “Priceless” its cross-cultural pull. The synergy is seamless: not a feature, but a true duet.
Lights, Camera, Action: A Cinematic Visual Experience
Directed by Aerin Moreno and filmed on vintage 35mm, the music video channels Mr. & Mrs. Smith with an ultra-stylized twist. It’s part spy fantasy, part love story, and fully in sync with the song’s emotional tension. The retro cinematography adds visual texture to an already layered track.
Teasing a New Era for Maroon 5
The track, first teased on Instagram, is rumored to be a highlight of Maroon 5’s upcoming album—their first since 2021’s Jordi. If “Priceless” is any indication, this new era embraces evolution while honoring the past. And LISA’s involvement signals the band’s embrace of global artistry in pop.
