“Bring out Jennie next time” - K-pop fans react to The Weeknd’s ‘One of the Girls’ debut live performance

During his concert in Sydney on October 22, 2024, The Weeknd performed his and BLACKPINK Jennie's song One of the Girls live for the first time. The track, featured in the series The Idol, includes contributions from her and Lily-Rose Depp. This unexpected live performance became an exciting moment for K-pop fans as it involved the K-pop star.

Released in June 2023, One of the Girls quickly gained popularity, resonating with both The Weeknd and Jennie’s fanbases. The live rendition in Sydney caught fans by surprise.

Fans expressed their enthusiasm online, hoping that she would join The Weeknd for a live collaboration, as they wished to hear her perform the song live alongside him. Fans are now eagerly awaiting the possibility of Jennie and The Weeknd sharing the stage for this track in future performances.

“Omgggg unexpected,” a fan exclaimed.

“The chokehold this song has on me,” a fan revealed.

“A LIVE PERFORMANCE WITH JEN NEXT,” a fan demanded.

Some fans wrote longer comments like:

“That’s exciting! The Weeknd performing 'One of the Girls' for the first time must have been an amazing moment for fans,” a fan said.

“THE WEEKND PLAYED ONE OF THE GIRLS AT THE STADIUM TODAY?? OOTG finally getting Recognizintion from both abel and Jen this year,” a fan expressed.

“If someone ever asks me what was one of the biggest betrayals of the decade, I'll talk about THE WEEKND performing One Of The Girls ONLY in Sydney,” a fan comically remarked.

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BLACKPINK's Jennie and The Weeknd's song, One of the Girls is performed live by the katter in Sydney

Jennie’s involvement in The Idol garnered significant attention, especially from her global fanbase. Many were curious to see how the K-pop star would transition into the acting world.

Her role, though relatively minor compared to the leads, showcased the traits she's well-known for from her music career. She made her acting debut in The Idol, playing a supporting role alongside main actors Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd.

Her character, named Dyanne, is a backup dancer who appears to be close to the protagonist, Jocelyn, played by Depp. Throughout the series, Dyanne is depicted as both a confidant and, at times, a rival in the complex world of fame and manipulation that Jocelyn navigates.

In addition to the series, the BLACKPINK member also contributed to the show's soundtrack. One of the standout tracks is One of the Girls, a collaboration between Jennie, The Weeknd, and Lily-Rose Depp.

The song plays a significant role in the series, contributing to its sultry and provocative atmosphere. It is a slow-burning, moody R&B track, reflecting the dark, sensual themes present in The Idol. The actual idol's vocals complement the melodies and the vibe of the show.

The lyrics, while not overly explicit, hint at the complicated dynamics of power, desire, and identity that the characters face. The collaborative nature of the song between the star, The Weeknd, and Lily-Rose Depp also highlights the intertwining relationships within the narrative of the series.

The release of One of the Girls generated considerable buzz, especially among BLACKPINK fans, as it marked one of Jennie’s rare ventures into English-language music outside her work with the group.

Fans praised her vocal performance and the way she blended with the voices of the other two artists. However, this song was never sung live by any of the involved artists. Hence, the fans got excited when The Weeknd unexpectedly sang it, making the fans demand he sing it with Jennie some time.

The BLACKPINK star recently released her new song, Mantra, which is breaking records on global charts. Upon release, it was the number 1 trending song globally for the first few days. Moreover, it is number 2 on the Billboard Global Excl US Chart, 3 on the Billboard Global 200, and 98 on the Billboard Hot 100.