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Ruby

Jennie · 2025

38 min · 15 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of K-pop melodies and hip-hop rhythms paired with introspective lyrics exploring fame and identity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    like JENNIE — This track showcases Jennie's confident vocal delivery and catchy hooks, reflecting her self-empowerment themes while blending pop and hip-hop elements seamlessly.
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    start a war — With its bold production and assertive lyrics, this song represents Jennie’s artistic growth and addresses the challenges of fame with a fierce attitude.
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    Love Hangover — This track captures the emotional nuance of navigating relationships amidst fame, featuring a compelling blend of melodic lines and rhythmic beats that stand out on the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, punchy listening sessions
  • energetic background vibes
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • infectious rhythmic hooks
  • conversational storytelling elements

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 7, 2025, 'Ruby' marks Jennie's first full-length album following her successful solo singles. At this point in her career, she had already established herself as a prominent figure in K-pop through her work with BLACKPINK and her previous solo hits like 'SOLO', setting high expectations for this release.
Stylistic neighbors
Lisa· Rosé· Somi

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • start a war

    The chorus shifts into an anthemic declaration of independence, contrasting vulnerability from earlier verses with a powerful resolve to confront adversities.

    This structural choice amplifies the message of empowerment by juxtaposing moments of doubt with an assertive call to action.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro : JANE 1:38
  • 2 like JENNIE 2:03
  • 3 start a war 2:45
  • 4 Handlebars 2:14
  • 5 with the IE (way up) 2:43
  • 6 ExtraL 2:34
  • 7 Mantra 2:16
  • 8 Love Hangover 2:48
  • 9 ZEN 3:21
  • 10 Damn Right 2:23
  • 11 F.T.S. 2:32
  • 12 Filter 2:31
  • 13 Seoul City 2:44
  • 14 Starlight 2:48
  • 15 twin 3:28

What to play next

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