BLACKPINK’s Jennie continues to solidify her position as a global solo powerhouse, reaching a new career milestone in the United States with her latest solo release.
On May 13, Billboard officially revealed that Jennie’s single “like JENNIE” had reached a new peak on the Pop Airplay chart, climbing to No. 32 in its fourth week on the chart.
This achievement marks a significant moment for the K-pop star, as the Pop Airplay chart specifically tracks weekly plays on mainstream Top 40 radio stations across the U.S., one of the most competitive and selective platforms for artists worldwide.
Climbing into the Top 40 range signifies rising traction and growing demand among mainstream American listeners—an impressive feat for a non-English, globally-rooted pop artist.
Jennie’s success doesn’t stop there. On a global scale, “like JENNIE” remains an unstoppable force.
The song held steady at No. 4 on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart and No. 6 on the Global 200, marking its ninth consecutive week in the Top 10 of both charts.
The Global 200 measures streaming and sales activity from over 200 territories around the world—including and excluding the U.S.—making Jennie’s consistency across both versions of the chart a testament to her broad international appeal.
In addition to her solo success with “like JENNIE,” her collaboration with The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp, titled “One of the Girls” (originally from HBO’s The Idol), also continues to chart globally.
The track is currently No. 43 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart and No. 65 on the Global 200, showing long-term popularity since its release in 2023.
Jennie is also gaining attention for her single “ExtraL” featuring American rapper Doechii, which made its way onto the global charts as well.
“ExtraL” holds the No. 143 spot on the Global Excl. U.S. chart and No. 192 on the Global 200, suggesting it has carved out a niche audience and is steadily resonating with listeners.
Her solo album “Ruby,” which features these tracks, is likewise showing strong longevity on the Billboard 200, where it ranks at No. 159 in its ninth consecutive week.
Remaining on the Billboard 200 for over two months is no small feat, especially for a debut solo album from an artist whose primary fanbase originally formed through group activities.
A Defining Moment in Jennie’s Solo Career
This collection of chart accomplishments paints a clear picture: Jennie is more than just a member of one of the biggest K-pop girl groups—she’s proving herself to be a global solo act with mass appeal and staying power.
Her ability to simultaneously succeed on U.S. pop radio, global streaming platforms, and the album charts reflects her diverse musical reach and cross-cultural influence.
Jennie’s rise also reflects the broader expansion of K-pop into Western radio and streaming services, where only a select few acts have managed to achieve sustained chart presence.
With “like JENNIE” gaining traction on American airwaves, it could pave the way for more solo K-pop artists to be embraced by U.S. mainstream radio in the future.
Congratulations to Jennie on her continued success, and all eyes will be on her as she potentially climbs even higher in the weeks to come.
