On April 14, 2025, Jennie officially took the stage at the Outdoor Theatre for her highly anticipated solo performance at Coachella. Following in the footsteps of Lisa, she became the second BLACKPINK member to grace the world’s biggest music festival as a soloist. Crowds flooded the venue, and social media was immediately swept up in “it girl” fever as Jennie commanded attention from the start.
Coachella 2025 Jennie 1st Week’s Performance
Armed with her debut solo album “RUBY,” Jennie had fans on edge since teasing behind-the-scenes practice footage. After her five-night “The Ruby Experience” showcase, which pushed bold boundaries, expectations soared for her Coachella set. From jaw-dropping fashion to newly arranged tracks deemed “the best of K-pop,” anticipation for her global impact was sky-high.
Dressed in a striking red cowboy outfit, Jennie instantly stole the spotlight. Her glowing visuals reaffirmed just how well she owns the color red, every detail from hair to makeup was praised for elevating her stage presence. The crowd erupted when, during the very first number, Jennie shed layers of her outfit, immediately turning up the heat.
Surprisingly, instead of opening with a hit like “SOLO,” she started with “Filter,” followed by “Mantra,” “Handlebars,” “start a war,” and other tracks from “RUBY.” The set featured remixed versions, focusing more on delivering a chill musical experience than a high-energy showcase. Notably, Jennie skipped key rap parts in “Mantra,” and relied heavily on backtrack vocals, which dampened the live experience.
Compared to Lisa, Jennie’s Stage Lacked Firepower
This unexpected direction left many fans underwhelmed. Known as BLACKPINK’s main rapper and a top-tier performer, Jennie was expected to deliver a complex, layered production. Instead, her stage lacked grand visuals and intricate staging, especially striking when compared to Lisa’s explosive Coachella performance just a day prior. In terms of scale, Jennie’s set felt modest.
Her live vocals also drew criticism. During vocally demanding tracks like “F.T.S,” her voice sounded shaky, with heavy reliance on the backtrack. Despite encouraging the crowd to “sing with me,” the vibe remained subdued, likely due to the overly mellow musical mood. Kali Uchis joined Jennie on stage for their collab “damn right,” giving the show a needed boost.
Things heated up toward the end when Jennie returned to her rap roots. A medley of “ExtraL,” “way up (with the IE),” and “like JENNIE” helped her regain energy and stage momentum, bolstered by stronger dance breaks and upgraded visual effects. She closed the show with “Starlight,” leaving mixed impressions.
In sum, Jennie’s Coachella solo debut sparked debate. While visually stunning, her performance felt underwhelming in terms of vocals, choreography, and overall stage impact, especially given her fierce onstage persona. Many speculate her hectic promo schedule left little time to prep for Coachella. As Week 2 of the festival approaches, fans are hopeful she’ll elevate her game and deliver a stage that lives up to her iconic status.
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