Rising as a Solo Artist Beyond BLACKPINK! Embracing the ‘Global Force Award’ with Pride and Emotion
Jennie, representing the ‘Girl Group’ BLACKPINK, made history once again by becoming the first K-pop solo artist to win at one of America’s most prestigious popular music awards, ‘Billboard Women in Music’. Her remarkable success has brought in waves of congratulations from fans around the world, with the news article receiving 87 ‘likes’, proving the heated interest.
First K-pop Solo Achievement! Jennie Seizes the ‘Global Force Award’
On March 29 (local time), Jennie was honored with the ‘Global Force Award’ at the ‘Billboard Women in Music 2025’ held at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, USA. This award is a significant recognition given to top female artists who have had a major impact on the music industry over the past year. Jennie, as the first K-pop solo artist to receive this award, once again proved her unparalleled global influence.
Jennie, “Inspired by Women Around the World… Want to Make a Positive Impact”
Accepting the ‘Global Force Award’, Jennie expressed her gratitude to her fans with an emotional expression. She shared her overstated feelings, saying, “It’s truly an honor and I am proud to receive the ‘Global Force Award’ in a place filled with beautiful women who inspire many people.” She added, “I am inspired by all the women worldwide. I want to be someone who can make a positive impact on many people in the future,” raising expectations for her future activities.
Billboard, “Unique Jennie Proves Global Influence with Solo Activities”
Previously, Billboard highly praised Jennie, stating that “Unique Jennie has gained explosive global influence starting her solo activities,” foreshadowing her award win. Already establishing a global impact as a member of the group BLACKPINK, Jennie achieved remarkable success as a solo artist, solidifying her presence in the global music market.
‘Ruby’ Syndrome! Sweeping Billboard Charts and Conquering the UK
Jennie’s first solo studio album ‘Ruby’, released recently, swept various global charts, causing a ‘Jennie syndrome’. ‘Ruby’ achieved the feat of entering the ‘Billboard 200’, the main album chart in the US, for two consecutive weeks, and its title track ‘like JENNIE’ demonstrated strong performance by entering the ‘Top 10’ on both the Billboard ‘Global (excluding US)’ chart and ‘Global 200’ chart for two consecutive weeks.
Additionally, Jennie set the highest record for a K-pop female solo artist by reaching 3rd place on the UK’s Official Album Chart ‘TOP100’ (as of March 14) and became the first K-pop artist this year to be listed on the chart for three consecutive weeks.
April, Shining on the Coachella Stage as ‘Jennie’ Not ‘BLACKPINK’
Meanwhile, Jennie is preparing for another leap as a solo artist. She is proudly set to take the stage at the USA’s largest music festival, the ‘Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival’, on April 13 and 20. Although all members of BLACKPINK had previously graced the Coachella stage, it will be Jennie’s first time performing as a solo artist, raising even higher expectations. Fans are keen to see what new history she will write.
