BLACKPINK’s Jennie has made waves with her latest solo release, the music video for “Like JENNIE,” which dropped on March 7th, coinciding with her debut full-length solo album, ‘Ruby.’ The track is being celebrated for its confident vibe and strong message, but fans are also digging deeper, spotting what they believe are hidden messages within the lyrics. These speculations point towards Jennie addressing past controversies and even hinting at her past relationship with EXO’s Kai.
Fiery Lyrics Spark Vaping Controversy Speculation
One lyric in “Like JENNIE” that has particularly caught the attention of listeners is, “I’m leaving clues in the fittin’ room and it’s hot tea.” This line has led many fans to speculate that Jennie is directly referencing the vaping controversy she faced last year.
In July of last year, a behind-the-scenes video from Jennie’s time at the Jacquemus fashion show in Italy seemed to show her vaping while getting her hair and makeup done. Although the video was quickly removed from Jennie’s official channels, it had already been captured and shared widely online, resulting in considerable criticism aimed at the BLACKPINK star.
Despite the backlash, Jennie also received immense support from her dedicated fanbase, who defended her against what they felt was disproportionate criticism. Many fans took to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to voice their opinions, with some expressing frustration that Jennie seemed to face harsher reactions compared to other artists in similar situations.
‘No Exes’ Line Fuels Kai Relationship Theories
Another set of lyrics in “Like JENNIE” that has ignited online discussions are: “No, I’m not thinking about no exes; know they miss me/I got the whole world spinning like it’s tipsy.” These lines are being interpreted by some as a direct message to her former partners, most notably EXO’s Kai, with whom Jennie had a public relationship in 2018.
Fans are suggesting that with these lyrics, Jennie is confidently stating that she is now focused on her global success and doesn’t dwell on past relationships. The reference to “the whole world spinning” is seen as highlighting her current global fame and influence, implying she has moved far beyond past romances.
Jennie: courtesy of Jennie’s Instagram
While neither Jennie nor her agency has officially confirmed these interpretations, the lyrics have undoubtedly added another layer of intrigue to “Like JENNIE,” making it a track that is both musically engaging and ripe for discussion among fans.
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