Jennie makes Lollapalooza history, debuts new songs on stage
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- K-pop star Jennie made history as the first South Korean artist to headline Lollapalooza in Chicago.
- She performed a mix of her hits and debuted new songs, captivating the audience with her stage presence.
- The performance included costume changes and energetic choreography, closing with her signature song.
K-pop sensation Jennie etched her name in music history Saturday night, becoming the first South Korean artist to headline the prestigious Lollapalooza festival in Chicago. The singer, formerly of the group Blackpink, commanded the stage with a powerful performance that blended her established hits with brand-new material.
Fans eagerly anticipated Jennie's appearance, with the idol sharing glimpses of her soundcheck on Instagram earlier in the day. When the lights dimmed, her name appeared in flames on screen before she emerged, dressed in a striking pink military jacket, black top, and pants, adorned with a feather garland. She launched into her performance with "Filter," followed by the sensual "Damn Right."
"Chicago, scream for me," Jennie called out to the enthusiastic crowd before launching into "Mantra." She expressed her joy at being there, telling the audience, "It's like a dream to see all of you in front of me." The show continued with a shift in tempo, featuring songs like "Start a War" and "Handlebars." Later, she returned with a new outfit โ hot pants and a brown trench coat โ for "Zen," accompanied by her ten dancers.
Jennie treated her fans to several new tracks, including "Less than a lover," "Sweet Tooth," and "Fallen Angel." "What a beautiful night to be together," she remarked before performing "Starlight." She concluded her groundbreaking set with "Like Jennie," a song that encapsulates her unique style and musical vision, leaving no doubt as to why she is one of the world's most famous idols.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.