Image Press Agency/DepositphotoJennie Kim proved early on as the first BLACKPINK member that she can flat out fill a hall on her own two feet. While she maintains the perfect balance between melody and razor-sharp raps within the group, she seeks raw edges and her own identity as a soloist. With the founding of her own label Odd Atelier and her debut album "Ruby" she took the reins firmly in her own hands. Her sound moves effortlessly between Western hip-hop, sultry R&B and tight electronic pop. She exudes a natural arrogance that never feels forced, simply because her timing and charisma always ring true. These are the ten solo tracks where Jennie shows who the real boss is.
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SOLO
The song that started the solo success story in 2018, and still her ultimate signature. Teddy Park produced a masterpiece where melancholic pop verses abruptly switch to a minimalist, rock-hard dance drop. SOLO set the tone for an entire generation of female K-pop artists. The iconic finger dance and lyrics about regained independence after a breakup make this the undisputed crown jewel of her solo work.
Mantra
The track with which she definitely redefined her solo career after BLACKPINK. "Mantra" is a compact, rhythmic banger built around a rolling bass line and a chorus that sticks within three seconds. Jennie demands her place in the international pop landscape without any hesitation. Not a second feels unnecessary or too long, it's pop music at its sharpest.
Unpopular opinion: the verses on Mantra are pretty mid, only the chorus is catchy.
You & Me
For years this was the favorite solo track during the group's arena concerts, before the official studio version finally came out. "You & Me" combines romantic lyrics with a harsh beat switch toward the end. During performances she dances against a backdrop of a giant full moon. The song captures precisely the balance between vulnerable teenage pop and adult electronic club music.
Certified classic. fr
One Of The Girls (feat. The Weeknd & Lily-Rose Depp)
From the notorious series "The Idol," but it grew into a gigantic streaming hit that accumulated billions of streams. The slow synthwave production of The Weeknd gives Jennie all the space for her most sensual vocal work to date. Her bridge lifts the song at exactly the right moment. She outshines her co-singers with a dreamy, almost hypnotic sound that lingers long.
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Aquamarine
With "Aquamarine," Jennie shows she has found her own sound. The track is cool, stylish and almost hypnotic. The production is minimalist yet effective, allowing her voice to weave through the beat like an instrument. It's pop music that wants to be taken seriously without losing its fun.
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SPOT! (Zico ft. Jennie)
Although officially a Zico track, Jennie's guest appearance lifts the song to a whole new level. Her chorus is the motor behind this irresistible hip-hop track. The chemistry between the two veterans of the Korean music scene is palpable. She sounds loose, swinging and delivers one of the most catchy vocal lines from her entire career.
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Sugar Sweet (with Charli xcx)
With the help of pop visionary Charli xcx, Jennie dives headlong into the club scene here. The track is tight, short and has an edge we haven't heard from her before. It's the ultimate soundtrack for a night out where anything can happen.
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it could've been u
One of the tracks from her "lost" album that eventually surfaced on the AR EP. The song has a light retro vibe and lets a slightly more vulnerable side of her voice be heard. It's about missed opportunities, wrapped in a melody that's perfect for a lazy summer afternoon.
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like JENNIE
Self-confidence elevated to art. "like JENNIE" is her response to everyone trying to copy her style without ever reaching her level. The beat ticks hard and dry, while Jennie delivers her lines with almost bored precision. It's a compact banger that makes crystal clear in two minutes who's in charge here.
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Seoul City
A dreamy ode to the city that shaped her. Instead of a chaotic club beat, Jennie chooses a laid-back rhythm with a melancholic undertone. Her voice sounds soft and warm while she navigates the night streets of Seoul. It shows she doesn't need overblown beats to create a powerful atmosphere.
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Still mind-blowing to think about: the song that started the solo success story in 2018, and still her ultimate signature.
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