Rock Star / Lead Singer (Series 2)
col02-12 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 2 · 2010
Figure ID
col02-12
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2010
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Classic yellow head with a determined, angry rock-singer facial expression featuring intense eyes, open shouting mouth, and stubble. Features a unique hairpiece with a long black straight hairstyle bound by a red headband.
Torso
Red sleeveless tank top featuring a white skull and crossbones graphic with Japanese kanji-style text above it and a yellow necklace. Yellow arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Black hips and black legs with detailed printing showing ripped pants, a studded silver belt with a chain hanging from the side, and white high-top sneakers with black laces.
Accessories
Typically comes with a dark grey electric guitar accessory, though none is shown in the hand of the current figure.
Color Scheme
Primary colors include yellow, red, black, and white, with metallic silver highlights on the belt and chain printing.
Printing Details
High-quality early Collectible Minifigure pad printing with detailed torso graphics, facial expression, and complex leg printing including belt, chain, rips, and shoes.
Variants
Standard single-variant figure from Series 2 with no official alternate production colorways, though hair and headband are distinct specialized dual-molded or dual-printed components.
Condition Notes
Check for print wear on the torso tank top graphic and the leg belt/chain printing. The yellow skin tone is prone to slight fading if exposed to UV light over extended periods.
Estimated Value
Estimated used complete value ranges between 5.00 USD and 10.00 USD, while new sealed blind-bagged versions command 15.00 USD to 25.00 USD depending on the platform.
Price (New)
Originally retailed for 2.99 USD per blind bag when released in 2010.
Compatible Sets
8684-1 Collectible Minifigures Series 2 (Blind Bag)
Character Background
Part of the iconic early waves of the LEGO Collectible Minifigures theme, representing a stereotypical heavy metal or rock musician.
Design Notes
Features an exceptional combination of molded hair with a built-in printed headband and highly detailed punk/rocker fashion elements rare for 2010 figures.
Similar Minifigures
Rocker from Series 7, Punk Rocker from Series 4, and various musician figures from subsequent CMF waves.
Collectibility
Moderately high collectibility among CMF completionists and music-themed LEGO display collectors due to its classic early-series status.
History
Released during the second-ever wave of the wildly successful Collectible Minifigures blind bag phenomenon that began in 2010.
Interesting Facts
The Japanese kanji on the front of the shirt loosely translates to 'rock' or 'heavy', fitting the heavy metal aesthetic of the character.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside a LEGO stage build, concert speaker bricks, or other band member minifigures from various CMF series.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom band MOCs, modern city dioramas, or rock concert setups using standard purist LEGO parts.
Overall Assessment
A fantastic classic CMF figure with great character expression and detailed printing that holds nostalgic value for long-time LEGO collectors.