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Comprehensive chronicle of Jennie's journey to global stardom
Comprehensive chronicle of Jennie's journey to global stardom
BLACKPINK made history as the first Korean female group to land a 'Billboard' cover in March 2020, highlighting Jennie’s global stardom and K-pop’s worldwide influence. The issue featured a special K-pop section and a limited-edition box set celebrating the group.
BLACKPINK made history as the first Korean female group on Billboard's March cover, showcasing Jennie's global influence and introducing a special K-pop section with a limited-edition box set.
Jennie's acting debut in HBO's 'The Idol' premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival, marking her first major project outside music. Her agency confirmed the casting, sparking excitement among fans as Jennie embraced her transition into acting. The series' Cannes selection highlights its prestige and her growing versatility.
Jennie's acting debut in HBO's 'The Idol,' invited to Cannes' Out of Competition section, marks her first project at the festival, though her attendance remains unconfirmed by YG Entertainment.
Jennie made her international acting debut at the 76th Cannes Film Festival, attending events for HBO's 'The Idol,' which was featured in the prestigious Out of Competition section.
Jennie's agency confirmed her acting debut in the American series 'The Idol,' sparking excitement among fans and her enthusiasm for the new challenge.
Netflix's 'BLACKPINK: Light Up the Sky' premiered on October 14, 2020, becoming the platform's first documentary about a K-pop artist. It follows Jennie's rise to fame with exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes glimpses of BLACKPINK.
"Netflix's first solo K-pop documentary, 'BLACKPINK: Light Up the Sky,' showcases Jennie's rise from trainee to superstar through exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes footage."
Jennie revealed her debut solo album 'Ruby,' dropping March 7, 2025, in a festive OA Entertainment video on December 25, 2024. The project, her first since 'Mantra,' promises a personal journey and deeper fan connection.
Jennie announced her first major solo album since 'Mantra' in a holiday video, reflecting her artistic growth and personal journey to connect with fans.
Jennie will release her first full-length album, 'Ruby'.
Jennie dropped her solo single ''Mantra'' on October 11, 2024, with a bold new sound and music video, quickly topping iTunes charts in 47 countries—including the U.S.—within 24 hours. This milestone cements her status as a global K-pop solo powerhouse, marking a historic moment for the genre.
Jennie is releasing a new solo single under Columbia Records, marking her first solo comeback since 2023 and showcasing her rising global influence, as announced by her agency OA nearly a year after her last release.
Jennie released her new solo single 'Mantra' and its music video at 9 a.m. on October 11, 2024, in collaboration with Columbia Records, marking her anticipated comeback after a year. The single achieved global acclaim, topping iTunes charts worldwide and marking a major milestone in her solo career.
Jennie's song "Mantra" topped iTunes charts in 47 countries by 9 a.m., marking a historic achievement for K-pop solo artists and cementing her global dominance.
Jennie's solo track '"Mantra"' hit #3 on Spotify's Global Impact List in July 2024, proving her star power and BLACKPINK's dominance in K-pop. The achievement highlights her growing global influence.
Jennie's song 'Mantra' ranked third on Spotify's Global Impact List, showcasing her and BLACKPINK's strong global influence in K-pop.
Jennie's "Solo" music video hit 1 billion YouTube views, making her the first female K-pop solo artist to reach this milestone. The record cements her status as a trailblazer in the industry.
Jennie became the first K-pop female solo artist to surpass 1 billion YouTube views with her song "Solo," cementing her status as an industry leader.
Jennie dropped her debut solo album 'Ruby' on March 7, 2024, featuring 15 tracks, including collaborations with Dua Lipa and Childish Gambino. The album shattered records, debuting at No. 7 on the Billboard 200 and becoming the highest-selling first-week album by a K-pop female soloist in 2024. Its success was fueled by hits like 'Mantra' and global concert stops in LA, New York, and Incheon.
Jennie will debut her first solo album 'Ruby' with accompanying concerts, following her earlier singles 'Mantra' and 'Love Hangover.'
Jennie's debut solo album 'Ruby', featuring 15 tracks and collaborations with artists like Dua Lipa and Childish Gambino, broke first-week sales records for a K-pop female soloist in 2024, charted globally, and will be promoted through 'The Ruby Experience' concerts.
Jennie's solo album 'Ruby' debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard 200, earning 56,000 units (including 26,500 physical sales) and marking her first top 10 solo entry.
Jennie dropped her new collab 'Slow Motion' with Matt Champion on March 8, 2024—her first release under her own label, Odd Atelier. The track marks a major solo career milestone, and she’s eager for fans worldwide to hear it.
Jennie announced the release of her first solo collaboration, 'Slow Motion' with Matt Champion, under her new label Odd Atelier, expressing excitement for its global reception.
Jennie dropped her new single ''ExtraL'' with Doechii, a pre-release track from her upcoming solo album ''Ruby.'' The bold, confident anthem showcases her global appeal and builds hype for her first full solo project.
Jennie releases her pre-release collaborative single 'ExtraL' with Doechii at 2 p.m., showcasing her versatility ahead of her debut solo album 'Ruby.'
Jennie releases her new collaborative single 'ExtraL' with Doechii as a prerelease track from her debut solo album 'Ruby', continuing her solo career with a song promoting confidence and enjoyment of life.
Jennie dropped "Love Hangover," a sultry prerelease track from her debut solo album 'Ruby', featuring Dominic Fike. The song, exploring toxic relationship struggles, debuted at No. 64 on the UK Singles Chart, signaling her rising solo momentum.
Jennie released her prerelease solo track 'Love Hangover' featuring Dominic Fike, debuting at No. 64 on the British Official Singles Chart ahead of her first full-length album.
Jennie's prerelease single 'Love Hangover' featuring Dominic Fike from her upcoming solo album 'Ruby' delves into toxic relationships' emotional struggles.
Jennie dropped her solo hit "Mantra" on November 11, 2023, topping iTunes in 47 regions and dominating global charts. The track marked a turning point in her solo career, fueling her artistic growth and confidence ahead of her debut album. She called 2024 a transformative year, shaped by the single's success.
Jennie's solo track 'Mantra' achieved global success by entering the Billboard Hot 100, topping iTunes charts in 47 countries, and marking a significant milestone in her solo career.
2024 was a transformative year for Jennie, marked by personal and artistic growth following the release of her single "Mantra," which paved the way for her upcoming solo album.
Jennie launched her own label, OA, to pursue solo endeavors while still cherishing her roots with BLACKPINK. She thanked fans for their support and excitement for this new chapter.
Jennie announced her solo career under her new label OA while continuing with BLACKPINK, asking fans for their support.
Jennie made her solo debut with 'Solo' on November 12, 2023, becoming BLACKPINK’s first member to launch a solo career. The hit topped charts in 40 countries and smashed records, hitting 100 million YouTube views in just 23 days—the fastest for any solo female K-pop artist.
Jennie's solo debut single "Solo" made her BLACKPINK's first solo artist, topping charts for 15 days in Korea and reaching iTunes charts in 40 countries.
Jennie's solo debut with 'Solo' marks her first individual project while continuing group activities.
Jennie's solo single 'Solo' broke records by surpassing 100 million YouTube views in 23 days, becoming the fastest solo female K-pop artist to do so while topping both local and international charts.
Wanna One's "Spring Breeze" overtook Jennie's "Solo" on Korean music charts shortly after release, showcasing the fierce competition in K-pop. The quick rise underscores the group's strong fanbase and industry impact.
Wanna One's 'Spring Breeze' surpassed Jennie's 'Solo' on Korean music charts after its release.
Jennie dropped her solo single '"You & Me"' in October 2023, topping the 'Billboard Global Excl. U.S.' chart—her first No. 1—and setting the stage for her 2024 comeback. The release, tied to her BLACKPINK tour, included a jazz version performance and reinforced her solo success, making BLACKPINK the first K-pop group with all members in the top 10.
Jennie released her solo single 'You & Me' in October 2023, preceding her 2024 comeback and 'Mantra' by a year, marking her growth as a solo artist while continuing her work with BLACKPINK.
YG Entertainment announced Jennie's solo single 'You & Me' with a poster, building anticipation by linking it to her past performances and emphasizing its emotional impact on fans.
Jennie's new solo single 'You & Me' will be released on major platforms as a special gift for BLACKPINK tour attendees, marking her latest solo project.
Jennie released a live jazz rendition of her solo single "You & Me."
Jennie's solo single 'You & Me' topped the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, making her the first BLACKPINK member to achieve this and helping the group set a record as the first K-pop act with all members in the top 10.
BLACKPINK dropped 'The Girls' for their mobile game soundtrack, with Jennie co-writing the track. The release included a 3D avatar music video that quickly went viral among fans.
BLACKPINK released 'The Girls,' a song co-composed and written by Jennie for their mobile game soundtrack, alongside a 3D avatar music video that drew major fan interest.
BLACKPINK's contracts with YG Entertainment expired in August 2023, leaving the group's future uncertain. Renewal talks were underway, but no decision had been finalized.
BLACKPINK's contracts with YG Entertainment, including Jennie's, have expired, leaving the group's future uncertain as renewal negotiations continue without a final decision.
Jennie's solo hit 'Solo' smashed records, becoming one of Spotify's most-streamed Korean solo tracks in 2021 and surpassing 900 million YouTube views by 2023. As the first female K-pop soloist to hit these milestones, she cemented her global impact and K-pop's rising dominance.
Jennie's solo hit "Solo" ranked fourth among the most-streamed Korean artist singles on Spotify in 2021, highlighting her successful solo career and K-pop's rising global influence.
Jennie's 'Solo' music video became the first by a female K-pop solo artist to reach 800 million YouTube views, cementing her groundbreaking status, as announced by YG Entertainment.
Jennie became the first female K-pop solo artist to reach 900 million YouTube views with her "Solo" music video, cementing her status as a top solo performer, as announced by YG Entertainment.
Jennie launched her label, Odd Atelier, to balance solo projects with BLACKPINK group activities. This move allows creative freedom, paving the way for releases like her upcoming single 'Slow Motion'.
Jennie renewed her BLACKPINK contract with YG Entertainment while launching her own label, Odd Atelier, to pursue solo projects like her upcoming release 'Slow Motion'.
Jennie's collab 'One Of The Girls' with The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp hit 1 billion Spotify streams, charted for 20 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, and went platinum—making her the first Korean female soloist to do so. The track, peaking at No. 51, became the highest-charting song by a K-pop female soloist and was featured in HBO’s 'The Idol', where Jennie also debuted as an actress.
In 2023, Jennie became the first Korean female solo artist to earn an RIAA platinum certification and achieved the highest-charting track by a K-pop female soloist with 'One Of The Girls,' her collaboration with The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp for HBO's 'The Idol,' where she also made her acting debut. The track surpassed 1 billion Spotify streams, charted for 20 weeks on Billboard's Hot 100, and highlighted her global crossover appeal.
BLACKPINK dropped their second album ''Born Pink'', showcasing their signature style and smashing records with 1.5M preorders and a spot on Billboard's 2022 Best Albums list. The hit album, crafted with producer Teddy Park, solidified their global dominance.
BLACKPINK's highly anticipated second studio album 'Born Pink', reflecting their identity and with preorders surpassing 1.5 million, marks their first full-group release in nearly two years.
BLACKPINK released their second album 'Born Pink' on September 16, 2022, featuring lead single 'Shut Down' with Jennie highlighting its emotional impact, and the album became the only K-pop entry on Billboard's 2022 Best Albums list at No. 42, marking a major milestone for the group.
BLACKPINK's 'Lovesick Girls', co-written and co-composed by Jennie, became a career milestone for her as a songwriter. The hit track also soared past 700 million YouTube views, cementing its global success.
BLACKPINK's 'Lovesick Girls', co-written and co-composed by Jennie, achieved global success with over 700 million YouTube views, marking a career milestone for her as a songwriter and composer.
BLACKPINK dropped their retro-inspired single ''Ice Cream'' featuring Selena Gomez, with Jennie co-writing the track—a fresh shift in their sound. The release followed ''How You Like That'' and ramped up excitement for their upcoming album.
BLACKPINK pre-released 'Ice Cream,' featuring Selena Gomez, with Jennie contributing to the album.
BLACKPINK's retro-themed single 'Ice Cream,' featuring Jennie, highlights her versatility and the group's evolving style, following 'How You Like That' and building hype for their upcoming album.
BLACKPINK teamed up with Lady Gaga on 'Sour Candy', which topped 57 iTunes charts upon release. Jennie, a longtime fan, called the collaboration a dream come true.
BLACKPINK's collaboration with Jennie's idol Lady Gaga on 'Sour Candy' topped 57 iTunes charts, bringing Jennie immense joy and honor.
Jennie made history in 2018 as the first BLACKPINK member to debut solo with 'SOLO', a chart-topping hit that surpassed 900 million YouTube views and solidified her as a global star. The track, released on November 12, dominated iTunes in 40 countries and set the stage for her groupmates' solo careers. Its explosive success—10 million views in under a day—showcased Jennie’s artistic evolution and unmatched popularity.
Jennie debuted as BLACKPINK's first solo artist in the latter half of 2018 with her single 'Solo', showcasing a fresh artistic direction distinct from her group identity and paving the way for the group's other members to launch successful solo careers.
Jennie's debut solo single 'Solo,' celebrating post-breakup independence, was a massive hit, topping charts in 40 countries and marking her successful transition into a solo career while continuing group activities, amassing 900 million music video views within four years and four months.
Jennie became the first BLACKPINK member to debut solo with her track 'Solo,' released at 6 p.m., which reflects her personal growth and artistic identity, and the single topped iTunes charts in 40 countries, showcasing her global popularity and setting a high standard for future BLACKPINK solo releases.
Jennie's 'SOLO' music video quickly surpassed 10 million YouTube views, showcasing her strong fanbase and solo success while reinforcing her dual career as a group and solo artist.
Jennie teamed up with Dua Lipa for a fresh take on 'Kiss & Wake Up', marking her first major solo feature beyond BLACKPINK. The collab, sparked by Dua Lipa’s request, highlights Jennie’s global star power.
Dua Lipa and Jennie will release a new version of "Kiss & Wake Up," marking Jennie's first major solo feature outside BLACKPINK, initiated by Dua Lipa.
BLACKPINK debuted in 2016 with their single album 'Square One', featuring hits like "Whistle" and "Boombayah," launching Jennie's career as a K-pop star and paving the way for her solo success. This marked the start of her journey to global fame.
Jennie debuted in BLACKPINK with 'Square One' in 2016, launching her career as a K-pop idol in the highly successful group known for their talent and charisma, paving the way for her future solo endeavors.
BLACKPINK, including Jennie, made their debut.
BLACKPINK, featuring Jennie, debuted with their EP 'Square One' and rose to become one of K-pop's biggest acts.
Before her official debut, Jennie gained early recognition by appearing in G-Dragon's 2012 music video and featuring in his 2013 solo performance. These high-profile collaborations showcased her talent and helped build her K-pop career.
Jennie's early appearance in G-Dragon's music video helped establish her presence in the K-pop industry before her official debut.
Jennie gained early recognition by featuring in G-Dragon's solo song before her official debut.
On 2025-09-08, an event occurred: The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) will be held at New York's UBS Arena, where Jennie is nominated in the Best K-pop category for her solo work 'like JENNIE'.
The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) will be held at New York's UBS Arena, where Jennie is nominated in the Best K-pop category for her solo work 'like JENNIE'.
Jennie won the Global Force award at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards for her groundbreaking impact on the industry as a BLACKPINK member. The honor highlights her role among women shaping music’s future.
Jennie will receive the Global Force award at the Billboard Women in Music Awards for her influential role in BLACKPINK and impact on the global music industry.
Jennie made the Fans' Choice Female Top 10 at the 2024 MAMA Awards in Osaka, proving her lasting star power in K-pop. The nod highlights her global influence and dedicated fanbase.
Jennie was recognized in the Fans' Choice Female Top 10 at the 2024 MAMA Awards, showcasing her enduring popularity in K-pop.
BLACKPINK, featuring Jennie, earned a spot on Time’s '100 Next' list on November 14, 2023, celebrating their global influence in K-pop and beyond. Their digital dominance and groundbreaking achievements solidified their place as trailblazers in the industry.
BLACKPINK, featuring Jennie, was named in Time's '100 Next' list for their global influence, digital dominance, and groundbreaking achievements in K-pop.
In March 2021, BLACKPINK's Rose made history as the first member of the group to top the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart with her solo debut single "On the Ground." Her success paved the way for Jennie's later chart-topping achievement.
BLACKPINK's Rose first topped the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart with "On the Ground," paving the way for Jennie to become the second member to achieve this feat.