On the 24th (local time), Billboard announced its list of the '50 Best Albums of 2025 So Far' on its official website, with JENNIE's 'Ruby' making the cut. According to her agency, JENNIE is the only K-pop artist featured on this prestigious list.
'Ruby,' which JENNIE personally produced, showcases her identity and limitless musical potential. The album includes 15 tracks of various genres, with the title track 'like JENNIE' leading the charge.
Billboard praised 'Ruby,' stating, “Fans have long awaited JENNIE's official solo debut. 'Ruby' is her first project that exudes confidence, elegance, and intense energy.”
The publication further noted, “The album opens with 'like JENNIE,' a track that reveals JENNIE's bold and confident persona through direct lyrics. This energy permeates the entire album, with each track reinforcing the core themes and reflecting 'Ruby' as a symbol of JENNIE's artistry. 'Ruby' is rare, authentic, and multifaceted.”
Billboard concluded, “This project seamlessly combines powerful energy derived from femininity with newfound creative freedom, showcasing JENNIE's complete control over sound, visuals, and direction.”
Meanwhile, BLACKPINK, the group JENNIE is part of, is set to begin their full-group activities in July. On the 24th, the members posted a photo on their official social media, forming a four-leaf clover shape with their fingers, hinting at their upcoming activities and sparking excitement among global fans.
BLACKPINK will kick off their world tour in July, starting with a performance in Goyang. The tour will cover 16 cities and 31 shows, including stops in Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, New York, Paris, Milan, Barcelona, London, Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Jakarta, Bulacan, Singapore, Tokyo, and Hong Kong, solidifying their status as top global artists.