HBO’s The Idol’s first OST titled One of the Girls featuring BLACKPINK’s Jennie, The Weeknd, and Lily-Rose Depp has officially been released on June 23, 2023. This is Jennie's first solo release in five years after previously making her solo debut with the 2018 single, SOLO.
Since then, she has been busy with group activities, brand promotions, events, collaborations and acting projects. This is the first time a BLACKPINK member contributed to the soundtrack of a Hollywood production. It also marks BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s first major release in 2023, and even though it is a collaboration, fans are loving the track.
BLACKPINK’s Jennie marks her first song in five years with The Idol's first OST, One of the Girls
BLACKPINK’s Jennie marked her solo return to music with the OST One of the Girls featuring her The Idol co-stars The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp. The song has a slow-burn vibe with seductive lyrics and tantalizing vocals by the three featured artists.
One of the Girls is best described as a song with subdued synth, booming bass sound, and impressive trap that unfolds into this gorgeous track. Moroever, The Weeknd’s signature style vocals coupled with Jennie and Lily-Rose Depp’s husky vocals lend character to the track.
So far, the song has earned number one on iTunes song charts in 18 countries. As such, fans are proud of the SOLO singer’s contribution to elevating the song, and the below-embedded reactions are proof of it. Additionally, fans are happy that the Pink Venom singer achieved this on her merit despite no promotions by her agency, YG Entertainment.
BLINKs are hoping that this translates into a full album since the SOLO singer is the only member who hasn’t had a full-fledged solo album release. Earlier, Rosé released her solo album R in March 2021 with two songs - the title track On The Track and Gone. Lisa debuted in September of that year with her solo album LALISA, which had the eponymous title track and MONEY. Finally, BLACKPINK’s oldest member Jisoo debuted with her solo album ME containing Flower and All Eyes on Me.
BLINKs are now hoping that Jennie capitalizes on her recent ventures and releases a full-fledged album soon. Moreover, fans are aware that the Shutdown singer has a lot of unreleased songs in her kitty, which she has teased at various events, including at their BORN PINK concerts.
Forbes Magazine roots for BLACKPINK’s Jennie to win an Emmy award for The Idol
American publication Forbes recently released an article that BLACKPINK's Jennie may be in line for an Emmy award following her exceptional performance in HBO's The Idol. Jennie stars as the backup dancer Dyanne, who is a part of Jocelyn’s (Lily-Rose Depp) dance crew and also a friend to the pop star.
So far, the BLACKPINK member has impressed fans with her dancing skills and her acting talent as the mysterious Dyanne who becomes part of Jocelyn’s crew due to the enigmatic cult leader Tedros' (The Weeknd) influence. Despite the heavy criticism for the s*xual content and nudity, fans think the BLACKPINK member’s performance is the saving grace.
Now, Forbes Magazine also lavished praise on the Pink Venom singer and how she’s carrying the show despite no prior acting experience. The American publication hopes she can convert these opportunities into more acting projects in Hollywood, including lead roles.
“Jennie's outstanding performance on The Idol makes her eligible for prestigious awards, including an Emmy. However, it remains to be seen if she will stand as a contender for the coveted award”.
The Idol’s fourth episode airs on June 25 at 9 pm ET.