LISA has named the second single from her upcoming EP Press Play, and the title points straight at cinema: "Tarantino." The track arrives with the full EP, about six weeks after her lead single.
What is LISA's "Tarantino" and when does it come out?
"Tarantino" is the second single from LISA's EP Press Play. It is a direct tribute to film director Quentin Tarantino. According to Dork and Yahoo Entertainment, the song comes out on October 23, 2026, at the same time as the full EP .
Quick Answer: "Tarantino" is LISA's tribute to director Quentin Tarantino and the second single from her EP Press Play, following "SaWaDiKa." Dork and Yahoo Entertainment both report that it will be released on October 23, 2026, together with the full EP.
The new song follows the EP's lead single, "SaWaDiKa." According to Korea JoongAng Daily, "SaWaDiKa" was released on September 3 in the US, which was September 4 in Korea .
Outlets give slightly different dates for the announcement:
- Yahoo Entertainment says LISA announced the song on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 .
- Dork dated its post October 15, 2026. That is most likely the UK publication date, not a different announcement date .
- Release date: Dork, Yahoo, Complex and Korea JoongAng Daily all give October 23, 2026, as the Press Play release date .
What does the preview show: artwork, lyric and the film link
The "Tarantino" preview has two parts: cover art and a short audio clip, both posted on TikTok. The cover is a circular photo of LISA hiding her face behind a red envelope . Dork and Yahoo Entertainment both describe the same image and the same TikTok audio clip (source: Dork, 2026-10; Yahoo Entertainment, 2026-10) .
The clip contains one lyric so far. Yahoo Entertainment quotes it in full :
"Got my nails really long like the barrel of my gun and my lipstick all over your face. It's a movie, baby, come and press play," — LISA, in the "Tarantino" audio preview (source: Yahoo Entertainment)
That last line carries the film idea. "It's a movie, baby" fits the song's tribute to the director, and "come and press play" is the EP's title. The lyric ties the single's cinema theme to Press Play as a whole . Complex also covered the teaser as a direct nod to Quentin Tarantino. Beyond that, the clip says little about how the full track sounds.
Two more details are going around, but they come from secondary summaries rather than a primary source:
- Fallon hint: LISA reportedly said on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon that the next single was the EP's fourth track and that its title starts with "T" .
- Tracklist post: She reportedly posted the tracklist on October 13, 2026, with "Tarantino" at No. 4 .
Both points come from the Press Play Wikipedia entry and other roundup coverage, so treat them as reported, not confirmed. The confirmed preview is the red-envelope cover, the TikTok clip and the one lyric. How the song charts or how many people stream it can only be known after it comes out with the EP.
Where does Press Play fit after SaWaDiKa and Alter Ego?
Press Play is LISA's next solo release after her debut solo album, Alter Ego, which came out in 2025. According to Dork, the EP is due on October 23, 2026 . Dork also reports that Alter Ego reached No. 7 on the Billboard 200 . "SaWaDiKa" was the EP's first single, and "Tarantino" is the second.
"SaWaDiKa" came out on September 3, 2026, in the US, which was September 4 in Korea. Korea JoongAng Daily called it a pre-release track . The title comes from a Thai greeting that means "hello," and LISA raps over a hip-hop beat. Rolling Stone described it as a return to her rap roots. Dork reports that "SaWaDiKa" reached No. 69 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 23 on the Billboard Global 200 . Those chart positions belong to "SaWaDiKa" only. "Tarantino" has no chart history yet.
Some other EP details come from secondary sources only and are still unconfirmed:
- Reported tracklist (six songs): "SaWaDiKa," "V12," "Cobra," "Tarantino," "Cut U Off" and "Sweat," per the Press Play Wikipedia entry .
- Reported label: LLOUD Co. / RCA Records.
- Korean distribution: Korea JoongAng Daily lists Sony Music Entertainment Korea as the Korean distribution contact.
| Release | Date | Source | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alter Ego (debut solo album, No. 7 on the Billboard 200) | 2025 | Dork | Confirmed |
| "SaWaDiKa" (first single) | Sept. 3, 2026 (US) / Sept. 4 (Korea) | Korea JoongAng Daily, Rolling Stone | Released |
| "Tarantino" (second single) | Oct. 23, 2026 | Dork, Yahoo | Announced |
| Press Play EP (six tracks) | Oct. 23, 2026 | Dork; tracklist via Wikipedia | Date confirmed; tracklist reported |
Why does this release matter now: VMA win, documentary and Las Vegas dates
"Tarantino" is coming out during a full stretch for LISA. In the six weeks before the EP she won an MTV award, released a documentary in cinemas and added shows to a Las Vegas residency. At the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on September 27, she won Best Pop for "Dream" featuring Kentaro Sakaguchi, a track from Alter Ego (source: Billboard, 2026-09) . She also performed "SaWaDiKa" live on television for the first time at the same ceremony .
Her solo documentary, Always Lalisa, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2026. It opened in cinemas worldwide on October 12, 2026, according to Dork and Yahoo Entertainment .
The next live date after the EP is in Las Vegas. Her headlining residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, called VIVA LA LISA in coverage, opens November 12, 2026 . The schedule changed after it was first announced:
- Original run: four shows, on November 13, 14, 27 and 28
- Added dates: November 12 and November 29, for six shows in total. Her team said the dates were added because of "incredible fan demand"
Billboard's coverage of the added dates reportedly says the first four shows sold out in under 10 minutes, and calls this the first Las Vegas residency by a K-pop artist. We saw both claims only in search summaries, so treat them as reported, not confirmed. These events happened around the same time as the EP rollout, but no source says they caused or shaped "Tarantino." They are best read as the schedule around the October 23 release, not as a forecast of how the single will perform.
What can fans do before and on Oct. 23?
To prepare for October 23, follow LISA's official channels, check the local release time where you live and keep track of the Las Vegas dates. Dork and Yahoo Entertainment report that "Tarantino" comes out on October 23, 2026, together with the full Press Play EP (source: Dork, 2026-10; Yahoo Entertainment, 2026-10).
- Preview: LISA posted the cover art and a short audio clip on TikTok. For release updates, check her official channels, LLOUD and RCA .
- Time zones: "SaWaDiKa" came out on September 3 in the US, which was already September 4 in Korea (Korea JoongAng Daily). Check what time October 23 starts where you are.
- Residency: The Colosseum shows are on November 12, 13, 14, 27, 28 and 29. November 12 and 29 were added after the first four dates (Billboard). Confirm the dates on the official ticketing page before you buy.
- Still unconfirmed: the final tracklist, the label and credit details, and whether "Tarantino" will have a music video.
In short, the release date is October 23 and the Las Vegas shows run in November. Use only official channels for anything that has not been confirmed yet.
Frequently asked questions
When is LISA's "Tarantino" released?
"Tarantino" comes out on October 23, 2026, together with the full Press Play EP. Dork and Yahoo Entertainment both give this date for the single . Korea JoongAng Daily also lists October 23 as the EP release date .
What is "Tarantino" about?
"Tarantino" is LISA's tribute to the film director Quentin Tarantino. The only part released so far is a short TikTok preview. Its lyric uses movie imagery, "Got my nails really long like the barrel of my gun and my lipstick all over your face. It's a movie, baby, come and press play," and the last words repeat the EP's title, according to Yahoo Entertainment . Anything beyond that will only be clear once the full song is out.
Is "Tarantino" the lead single from Press Play?
No. "Tarantino" is the second single from Press Play. The first was "SaWaDiKa," which came out on September 3, 2026, in the US (September 4 in Korea), according to Korea JoongAng Daily . Complex also describes "Tarantino" as the follow-up to "SaWaDiKa."
What are the tracks on Press Play?
Secondary sources, including Wikipedia, report six tracks: "SaWaDiKa," "V12," "Cobra," "Tarantino," "Cut U Off" and "Sweat" . The tracklist has not been confirmed through a primary source. Check it on official streaming pages on release day.
Where can fans see LISA live next?
LISA's next shows are a headlining residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, starting November 12, 2026, as reported by Dork . The run started as four dates and grew to six, with November 12 and 29 added, according to Billboard . Check the official ticketing page for current dates and availability before you buy.
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