Jennie Breaks Records with Solo Hit 'Mantra' on October 22, 2024
- Jennie's new single, 'Mantra,' has debuted as the highest-rising solo hit by a South Korean female musician according to the Official Charts Company.
- This achievement comes over a year after fellow Blackpink member Jisoo set a similar record with her song 'Flower'.
- The success of 'Mantra' adds to Jennie's growing reputation as a solo artist, marking her third hit outside of her work with Blackpink.
The United Kingdom has seen an impressive rise in K-pop's popularity, and Jennie, a member of the renowned girl group Blackpink, is at the forefront of this trend with her new single, 'Mantra.' This track has made history by becoming the highest-rising completely solo hit by a South Korean female musician, as reported by the Official Charts Company. This milestone is particularly noteworthy given that just over a year ago, another Blackpink member, Jisoo, achieved a similar feat with her song 'Flower.' Jennie’s release is part of a broader movement among Blackpink members as they concurrently explore their individual artistic expressions. Although 'Mantra' is a significant achievement, it isn't Jennie's first solo entry on the UK's singles chart, nor does it represent her most commercially successful effort outside the band. She previously collaborated with The Weeknd on a track that peaked at number 21, further showcasing her versatility. With 'Mantra,' Jennie has now accumulated three solo hits in the UK, alongside her earlier tracks 'You & Me' and 'One of the Girls.' This successful transition into a solo career emphasizes her growing influence in the music industry as an individual artist, separate from her contributions to Blackpink. As K-pop continues to gain a global audience, the individual successes of artists like Jennie highlight the genre's evolution and the diverse range of talent within it. This phenomenon is reshaping listeners' perceptions of South Korean art and music on the world stage.