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Yes, you read that right! YG Entertainment has announced on May 18 that Korean girl group BLACKPINK is preparing for a three-part comeback that involves a full-length album in September.

In a statement made earlier today, the South Korean agency announced that the group, composed of Lisa, Jisoo, Rose, and Jennie, has just finished recording 10 songs for their very first album.

They also added that the scheduled comeback in June is only the first phase of their elaborate plan.

“BLACKPINK's first song, which will be released mid-June, is a pre-release title track,” they explained.

“The members are currently preparing to film the music video of the song and they are currently picking up the pace of their final preparations, including their new choreography.

“The second new song, which is a special kind of song, is scheduled for a release in July or August.”

However, they did not add any more information about the second track.

Finally, the group's much-awaited studio album was announced to be released in September.

“As it is their very first studio album, we hope to create more opportunities for the group to greet fans through performances and other content than any year before through this three-step, multi-phased release.

“Please show love and support towards BLACKPINK and the members who are sincerely working hard for their upcoming comeback.”

YG Entertainment's released statement about the upcoming BLACKPINK album. / Source: @gagamonster96 (IG)

The great news was then followed by a wave of support from fans, most especially on Twitter.

As of press time, the hashtag “BLACKPINK” is the top trending topic on the social media site.

Here are some of the fans' reactions to the latest announcement.

YG released a statement regarding blackpink's first official album 😭 pic.twitter.com/3Zvt7yStBY

-- Cole (@dwaynecolee) May 18, 2020

FULL ALBUM DO BLACKPINK VOCÊS ESTÃO OUVINDO MEUS GRITOS SOCORRO pic.twitter.com/oWkfrrSMY5

-- elizø (@shwkmaru) May 18, 2020

More promotions, more exposures and more chances to meet BLINKS.. I think that's a win for Blinks especially Kblinks.. And finally, a FULL ALBUM (10 songs). Makatigom pa gyud tawn ko until September. 😍😍 @ygofficialblink #Lisa #Jennie #Rose #Jisoo #Blackpink https://t.co/KS18Q8PhUB

-- superMaine (@ma_shermaine) May 18, 2020

blackpink in your area!! 🥳 pic.twitter.com/90pUMRPMN2

-- joy (@joyclaaaire) May 18, 2020

I CAN'T BELIEVE WHAT I AM SEEING #blackpink pic.twitter.com/5XwvUsSlYD

-- ♡ Hibà ♡ (@BlackTwiceIzone) May 18, 2020

While the statement received generally positive reviews, there are a few fans who argued as to why the full-length album will come four years after the group's debut.

watching this video in this situation hits hard..blackpink are as frustrated as we are. Everything is uncertain for them in that company, we always get the bare minimum but they always make sure to tell us that they're working hard and just wait. It hurts pic.twitter.com/ft3TcfM1EA

-- ً (@LUSCIOUSJENNIE) May 18, 2020

So, at first you said the album will be at the 1st of the year!!then before the mid of the year!! the in the mid of the year, then in june!!!NOW ITS ON SEP??
WTF??!!! WILL WE EVEN HAVE THE ALBUM THIS YEAR??
AND WHAT 10songs??? TF???!@ygofficialblink #BLACKPINK pic.twitter.com/0jschkXcUk

-- Bushra ELF 💙Petal (@bushra_elf16) May 18, 2020

Even the girls were expecting it so imagine how they feel right now, also i feel bad for Rosé's SOLO! YG didn't even bother to mention her to their so-called PLANS #BLACKPINK @ygent_official @ygofficialblink https://t.co/4cgN8mueO0

-- iamdéc98 (@iamdec98) May 18, 2020

Are you excited about the upcoming album?

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