On January 22, BLACKPINK’s Jennie announced her highly-anticipated studio album, Ruby, marking her first full solo project since her debut.
Since the announcement, Jennie has already released the single “Zen,” showcasing a fresh and unexpected side of her artistry. While Ruby isn’t set to drop until March 7, Jennie has been keeping fans engaged with a steady stream of updates. On January 27, she revealed that another single, titled “Love Hangover,” would be released on January 31.
The track features American singer-songwriter Dominic Fike and promises to deliver a unique collaboration. Jennie has been teasing fans with behind-the-scenes glimpses of the music video, including a striking scene where she is filmed inside a coffin. A short clip shared on TikTok also gave fans a sneak peek of the song, revealing a surprising twist in the lyrics.
The snippet includes explicit language, which is still relatively uncommon in K-Pop. The lyrics go:
We say it’s over
but I keep fucking with you
and every time I do
I wake up with this love hangover
it got me pouring for two
I swore I’d never do it again— “Love Hangover” lyrics
Jennie appears to be following in the footsteps of her fellow BLACKPINK members by pushing creative boundaries with her solo work. Fans have been quick to react, expressing their excitement and shock over the bold preview. Many are already counting down the days until the full release, eager to see what Jennie has in store.
With Ruby on the horizon and “Love Hangover” just around the corner, Jennie is proving once again why she’s a trailblazer in the industry.
