Anderson .Paak Debuts “Keychain” ft. South Korean Group aespa

Nine-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Anderson .Paak releases “Keychain,” a new single featuring South Korean girl group aespa. The track is inspired by .Paak’s directorial debut, K-POPS!, now playing exclusively in AMC Theatres nationwide, and marks the first release from a broader film-inspired musical project.

Built around the fusion of .Paak’s hip-hop, R&B, and funk roots with aespa’s K-pop sensibilities, the single reflects the cross-cultural spirit at the heart of the film. For .Paak, who is Korean and African-American, that blend feels natural and reflects how those influences have always coexisted in his life.

Set against the backdrop of a Seoul-based K-pop competition show, K-POPS! explores generational connection and cultural exchange through music, following a father and son whose paths collide in unexpected ways. That same energy carries through “Keychain,” which, much like the film, reflects the meeting of worlds.

Says .Paak about the collaboration:

“I’m excited to join forces with aespa on ‘Keychain.’ K-POPS! is all about connection, and this track reflects that perfectly. We come from different worlds, but we’re connected by the same passion for music.”

aespa shared:

“Working on ‘Keychain’ with Anderson .Paak was such a fun and inspiring experience for us. We loved being part of a project that looks at K-pop from a fresh perspective, and we’re grateful to contribute our voices.”

Anderson .Paak “Keychain” (ft. aespa) single artwork