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Blackpink’s Jennie Debuts Wistful Single ‘Less Than a Lover’
Blackpink member Jennie has released a new solo single, ‘Less Than a Lover’, accompanied by a cinematic music video. The summery, ethereal track explores a relationship occupying the space between friendship and romance, and extends her solo activity while Blackpink continues its return.
Jennie previewed the song during her Governors Ball headline set in New York in June. It follows her 15-track debut solo EP, Ruby, released in March, and comes as she prepares to headline Lollapalooza Chicago and make her first appearance at Japan’s Summer Sonic Festival in August; Blackpink also released its five-track album Deadline in February.
In short
- Jennie releases summery solo single ‘Less Than a Lover’.
- The song explores blurred friendship and romance.
- Festival appearances in Chicago and Japan follow.
Explained simply
Jennie is a member of Blackpink, the South Korean pop group that has become one of the world's most commercially successful music acts. The four-member band has achieved global prominence since their 2016 debut and maintains a substantial international fanbase.
Members of major music groups commonly release individual projects whilst their group continues, allowing artists to develop their own creative direction. Such releases help band members explore different musical styles and establish themselves as distinct figures beyond the group.