Jennie from BLACKPINK reached a significant milestone with her solo album ‘Ruby.’ Released on October 7, ‘Ruby’ debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart. This impressive position reflects its strong commercial performance, combining physical sales, streaming equivalent albums (SEA), and track equivalent albums (TEA).
In its first week, ‘Ruby’ sold 56,000 album units. This included 26,500 physical copies, 29,000 SEA, and 500 TEA. Notably, this debut marks Jennie’s best ranking so far. Remarkably, it is the third time a BLACKPINK member has entered the Billboard 200 top 10 in just three months.
Before Jennie, Rosé reached number 3 with her solo album ‘R.’ Lisa’s album ‘LALISA’ also debuted at number 7. BLACKPINK made history as the first K-pop girl group to hit number 1 on the Billboard 200 with ‘BORN PINK’ in 2022.
The sales performance of ‘Ruby’ was extraordinary. In its first week, it sold 661,130 copies, the highest for a K-pop female solo artist this year. The album’s impact goes beyond sales figures. The title track ‘Like Jennie’ and the song ‘Handlebars’ debuted on the UK Official Singles Chart at positions 36 and 41, respectively.
In South Korea, ‘Like Jennie’ peaked at number 3 on Melon Top 100 and topped the YouTube Music weekly chart. This showcases Jennie’s widespread appeal and strong support from her fanbase.
As Jennie continues to shine in her solo career, fans eagerly anticipate her future projects. Her journey in the music industry is inspiring, and the impact of ‘Ruby’ is significant. With each release, Jennie solidifies her place as a leading artist in the K-pop scene.
Fans have expressed excitement over ‘Ruby.’ Many praised its catchy tunes and heartfelt lyrics. Industry experts have noted that Jennie’s growth as an artist is evident in this album. The production involved talented collaborators, enhancing the overall quality of the work.
With the success of ‘Ruby,’ Jennie from BLACKPINK sets a high standard for future releases. Her dedication and talent continue to inspire fans around the world.
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