Blackpink's Jennie to release new solo song 'Lovesick Girls' on July 24
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Blackpink member Jennie will release her new single 'Lovesick Girls' on July 24.
- The song was previously performed at international music festivals and gained traction online.
- Jennie was involved in the music production, lyrics, and music video direction, aiming to showcase her musical color.
Blackpink member Jennie is set to officially release her new single 'Lovesick Girls' on July 24, following its prior unveiling at international music festivals. Her agency, OA (Odd Atelier), announced that the song will be available on major domestic and international music platforms at 1 p.m. KST.
Jennie actively participated in the music video direction, lyrics, and overall music production, infusing the track with her distinct musical identity. A teaser image released on social media depicts Jennie's excitement against a backdrop of natural scenery visible through a truck window, evoking a romantic atmosphere reminiscent of a summer road trip or a cinematic scene.
The song itself is characterized by lo-fi guitar melodies and vintage electronic keyboard sounds, emphasizing Jennie's calm and deepened vocals. Her agency described it as a departure from her usual powerful performances and intense imagery, offering a more languid and emotional musical experience.
Prior to its official release, 'Lovesick Girls' was performed by Jennie at major music festivals including the Governors Ball Music Festival in the U.S., Roskilde Festival in Denmark, and Mad Cool Festival in Spain. Videos of these performances quickly spread across short-form video platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels, generating significant online demand for the official release. Responding to this fan enthusiasm, Jennie's team decided to proceed with the single's release.
Following the single's launch, Jennie is scheduled to continue her global festival circuit, with upcoming performances at Lollapalooza Chicago in the U.S. and Summer Sonic in Japan.
Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.