BLACKPINK member and rapper Jennie has confirmed that she will be releasing her first full-length solo album in 2024. The announcement sent her fans into a meltdown online. The inaugural location of KBS 2TV Red carpet by Lee Hyori It was unveiled at the new KBS building in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of January 2, 2024.
Lee Hyori asked the “You & Me” rapper about her decision to stand alone on this particular day. The singer mentioned that she wanted to participate in group activities with the company she had been working with for seven years. However, she deliberately formed a company named “OA” because she desired greater independence and comfort in her personal activities.
Fans expressed their happiness when they saw idol BLACKPINK doing things in her own way and with more freedom and confidence.
“The evil force has been defeated”: Fans rejoice as Jennie prepares to release her solo album right after leaving YG Entertainment
On KBS 2TV Red carpet by Lee Hyori On the show on January 2, 2024, Jennie said that she had finally completed all of her tasks with the YG Entertainment crew that she had been working with for a long time. She went on to say that although her path is unusual or distinct from others, she chose this title to symbolize her success. Since it was her first time holding a new microphone and showing it to the world, she was excited.
As reported by Star News, Jenny said (as reported by Star News):
“I wanted to do group activities with the company I had worked for for 7 years, but I wanted to have more freedom and comfort in my individual activities, so I carefully founded a company called “OA.” I ended up doing all my activities with the crew I had been with for a long time.
“I wanted to be free. Even if the path I took was strange or different from others, I created this name to mean that I would do well. I am excited because it is the first time I will hold the microphone and reveal it to the public.” “I'm happy to be able to do this in front of my sister.”
“you and me” BLACKPINK singer and rapper explained the decision to launch her independent label ODD ATELIER (OA). She did it so she could learn new things while challenging herself every day and being brave. Jennie said on Lee Hyori's show (as reported by Star News):
“I learned a lot, and since it was a company I started as an intern at from the beginning, there was a lot I could do and learn there, so in the spirit of challenge, I asked myself: ‘What can you do with this day?’ Your future? 'courage.' “I thought: Let's bump into each other and think about it.”
Lee Hyori specifically inquired about the possibility of OA eventually forming artists other than Jennie. The BLACKPINK star laughed and said that it was fun to imagine something like this while starting a company, even though she had never dreamed of something like this.
Last but not least, Jennie shared her goals for 2024, saying that she hopes to release her first full-length solo album this year. Within one year, she wants to become the Jennie who can come back with high-quality songs. She said:
“Actually, I never dreamed of something like this, but it was fun to imagine something like this while creating a company. But I think it would be good if we could take good care of an artist named Jenny and make good things happen in the future. My dream is to release my first full solo album to the world this year. I hope I can be the Jennie who can come back with good music this year.”
BLACKPINK fans were on cloud nine after hearing the star confirm her first-ever solo album. Fans poured in their support and words of encouragement for the star on X (formerly Twitter) where they claimed YG Entertainment “restricted” her and her professional growth as an artist.
For the record, BLACKPINK star Jennie launched her independent label ODD ATELIER (OA) on December 24, 2023, which marked her official separation from YG Entertainment.
Earlier, YG Entertainment announced that four BLACKPINK members, Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa, had renewed their agreements to continue promoting the group as a group with YG Entertainment. Otherwise, the company confirmed that the four members have decided to sign elsewhere for solo act.
Red carpet by Lee Hyori It is a program that celebrates the conclusion seasonsA talk show with music and stories calms the audience's fears. Red carpet by Lee Hyori It will be shown on KBS 2TV on January 5, 2023 at 11:20 PM KST.
