- Lisa and Tyla deliver a visually captivating summer music video with bold choreography.
- The track, from Lisa’s debut solo album Alter Ego, marks their first collaboration.
- Shot in extreme heat, the video contrasts playful pool scenes with dramatic visuals.
Lisa, global K-pop icon and BLACKPINK’s standout performer, teams up with rising South African star Tyla for their first-ever musical collaboration, “When I’m with You.”
Filmed during an unusually intense summer, the production embraces its scorching conditions by incorporating ice blocks, water-soaked concrete, and a rainstorm finale.
Fire and Ice: Lisa and Tyla’s Electrifying Visual for “When I’m with You”
Lisa’s Alter Ego, released earlier this year, showcases her artistic independence with genre-crossing collaborations and an edgier sound than her BLACKPINK catalog. With tracks featuring Rosalía, Doja Cat, and Raye, the album positions Lisa as a global solo force. “When I’m with You” adds to the album’s diversity, bringing Tyla’s distinctive voice and rhythmic flair into the mix.
Tyla, who skyrocketed to fame with the viral hit “Water,” brings her dance-forward energy and smooth vocals to this visual experience. Her presence in the video complements Lisa’s intensity, offering a yin-yang balance that amplifies the summer theme. The transition from bright sun to stormy skies echoes their layered performance styles—fresh, raw, and emotional.
Visually, the video plays with temperature and pace. Shots of melting ice and shimmering heat waves contrast with scenes of cool midnight water, building a sensory-rich narrative. The styling is bold yet effortless, highlighting their natural charisma. De Camps’ direction focuses on movement and elemental contrast, allowing the artists’ energy to guide the story.
Beyond the visuals, the music’s message centers on presence, emotional connection, and creative risk-taking. Lisa and Tyla’s decision to cross boundaries—geographic, stylistic, and cultural—mirrors a growing trend in global pop. Their collaboration is more than a summer anthem; it’s a statement about music’s evolving language and the power of shared expression.
“When I’m with You” is a celebration of synergy—between artists, cultures, and climates—delivering a bold, unforgettable moment in pop’s global story.
“When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” – Jimi Hendrix