LISA’s “SaWaDiKa” was released on September 3, 2026 at 5 p.m. PDT / 8 p.m. EDT—September 4 at 9 a.m. KST / 7 a.m. in Thailand. Its title draws on a polite Thai greeting meaning “hello.” Both the single and official music video are available.
The video was filmed in Bangkok and directed by Bang Jae Yeob. Sony Music identifies Thom Bridges and Ojivolta as the song’s producers. “SaWaDiKa” also leads into PRESS PLAY, the EP still scheduled for October 23, 2026. That distinction matters: the song is out, while the larger project remains a pre-release. Start with the greeting, then watch the official “SaWaDiKa” MV on KSPILL.
The Thai Greeting Behind “SaWaDiKa”
The stylized title evokes สวัสดีค่ะ, often romanized as sawasdee ka or sawatdee kha. It is a polite greeting conventionally used by female speakers. The final ka/kha is part of the expression’s politeness, rather than a separate word meaning “hello.” English spellings vary because they approximate Thai sounds.
For an international listener arriving through K-pop, the important distinction is simple: this title draws on Thai, not Korean. LISA’s work with BLACKPINK and her Thai background belong to the same career; one does not erase the other.
Sony Music’s release announcement explicitly connects the title to “hello” and to her Thai roots. That supports an explanation of the greeting. It does not turn every lyric or visual detail into a confirmed autobiographical statement. This guide explains the title, not a line-by-line translation of the song.
What the Official MV Adds
The Bangkok setting gives the greeting a visible context. Sony Music’s announcement names the city as the filming location and Bang Jae Yeob as director, alongside the song’s hip-hop direction. Those are now published details, replacing the earlier article’s reliance on preview material. (Sony Music Japan)
The official video is linked from LISA’s artist site and Sony Music’s release page. KSPILL’s MV page uses the existing verified upload and links back to this story; it is the viewing route for readers who want the performance alongside the explanation.
Confirmed Song Credits
Thom Bridges and Ojivolta produced “SaWaDiKa.” Both Sony Music Japan and Sony Music Spain identify them in the release announcement. The music-video director is a separate credit: Bang Jae Yeob. (Sony Music Spain)
These are the credits verified for this update, not a claim to reproduce the complete songwriting, recording or video crew list. The earlier statement that production information had not been revealed no longer describes the release accurately.
Why September 3 and September 4 Both Appear
The original rollout used September 3 in the Americas. Its announced release moment was 5 p.m. Pacific / 8 p.m. Eastern on September 3, which was 9 a.m. in Korea and 7 a.m. in Thailand on September 4. The earlier release-time report remains linked for that historical timing. (Release-time report)
Apple Music’s PRESS PLAY song listing dates “SaWaDiKa” September 4, and Sony’s September 4 announcement confirms the single and video are available. The time-zone explanation is useful background, not a reason to keep writing that the song is coming soon. (Apple Music)
The Single Is Out; PRESS PLAY Is Still Ahead
LISA’s official site continues to list October 23, 2026 for PRESS PLAY, with listening and viewing links already live for “SaWaDiKa.” (LISA official site)
The official Thailand CD store describes a six-track EP, while Apple Music’s pre-release page displays seven items. Those listings should not be flattened into a single final track count. As checked on September 9, they remain different; this guide does not invent the remaining track names or explain the discrepancy without evidence. (Official CD listing, Apple Music pre-release)
Release formats can also change what a tracklist means. For a separate BLACKPINK solo example, JISOO’s “CLICK” digital and physical editions need to be distinguished rather than treated as one identical package.
