BLACKPINK’s Jennie Makes History on Billboard’s ‘Hot 100’ Chart with ‘Ruby’ Album Debut

In a remarkable achievement for K-pop, BLACKPINK’s Jennie has made history on Billboard’s ‘Hot 100’ chart. As of March 22, her first solo album, ‘Ruby,’ debuted impressively at 7th on the Billboard 200. Meanwhile, her title track ‘Like Jennie’ entered the Hot 100 at a respectable 83rd position.

Jennie’s achievements didn’t stop there. She became the first K-pop female solo artist to have three songs on the Hot 100 at the same time. Alongside ‘Like Jennie,’ her tracks ‘Handlebar’ and ‘Extra L’ are making waves. ‘Handlebar’ is charting at 80th, and ‘Extra L’ has made a strong re-entry at 99th. This milestone sees Jennie boasting a total of five songs from ‘Ruby’ on the Hot 100. This cements her status as the K-pop female solo artist with the most songs on the chart. Including her collaborations with The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp, she has a total of six.

Jennie’s global impact is further highlighted as ‘Like Jennie’ soared to 3rd on the Billboard Global (excluding the U.S.) chart and reached 5th on the Global 200 chart. This underscores her international presence and the growing influence of K-pop. Additionally, ‘Ruby’ achieved the highest first-week sales for a K-pop female solo artist in 2023, selling an impressive 661,130 copies. It also debuted at 3rd on the UK Official Albums Chart, setting another record for K-pop female solo artists.

Jennie’s incredible journey reflects both her talent and the expanding reach of K-pop in the global music industry. Her success is a testament to the hard work and dedication she has shown throughout her career. As K-pop continues to gain momentum worldwide, artists like Jennie are paving the way for future solo acts. The music industry is witnessing a transformative shift, and Jennie’s accomplishments are at the forefront of this exciting change.

Key Achievements of Jennie from BLACKPINK:

• First K-pop female solo artist with three songs on the Hot 100.
• Five songs from ‘Ruby’ on the Hot 100.
• ‘Ruby’ sold 661,130 copies in its first week.
• ‘Like Jennie’ reached 3rd on the Billboard Global chart.

Jennie’s journey is not just about numbers. It reflects the growing influence of K-pop globally. Social media played a crucial role in her rise, with her fan base actively promoting her work. As she continues her solo career, her impact on the music scene is undeniable.

This article has been written by Kpopmap AI writer and while we have made efforts to ensure the accuracy of the article, there may be errors or inaccuracies.