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Musical Web Reveal: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Music Creation Process

July 18, 2023

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse took the world by storm with its groundbreaking animation, immersive storytelling and captivating visuals . One of the key elements that contributed to the succe...

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Unleash an Icon: What Makes Rihanna's Music Legendary

June 12, 2023

Barbados-born superstar Rihanna has left an indelible mark on the music industry with her iconic sound, versatile talent, and fearless attitude. Her music has become a cultural phenomenon....

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Exploring Harry Styles’ Music Journey

May 31, 2023

Capturing millions with a unique sound and compelling personality in an ever-evolving world of contemporary music. Very few artists have been able to do it....

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Exploring Taylor Swift's Songwriting Process

May 25, 2023

Legendary singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has captivated the world with her haunting lyrics and infectious melodies. Behind her numerous chart hits lies an intriguing songwriting process.....

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Kiana Ledé - Goes 'Deeper' About Hard Work & Perseverance

May 18, 2023

Kiana Ledé has been rocking in the R&B scene and her latest single “Jealous” continues this trend. The other day, Sonical.ly had the chance to sit down and talk with Ledé about her musical journey.

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DJ Khalil - The Secrets to a 5x Grammy Award Winning Career as a Music Producer

May 18, 2023

Anyone within the hip-hop scene knows the name, DJ Khalil. He gained popularity for both his music-producing and DJing skills. The other day, Sonical.ly had a chance to sit down and talk with DJ Khal

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Ed Sheeran Successfully Defends Himself in Copyright Trial

May 7, 2023

Copyright infringement cases are very much on the rise in the music industry. Recently, Ed Sheeran was on the receiving end of one. Fortunately for him and the music industry as a whole, he won. Who

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How AI Technology Impacts Artists’ Rights

April 28, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (aka AI) is not a new thing. It has been used for various purposes like social media algorithms and Siri on your phone. However, for the first time, AI is being used in

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Who is Kiana Ledé?: The Story Behind the “Jealous” Singer

April 28, 2023

From Kidz Bop idol to R&B and pop singer, Kiana Ledé has fully planted herself within the music industry. The release of her latest single “Jealous” featuring Ella Mai adds to her growing achievements

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Breaking The Silence: A Look At Mental Health In The K-pop Industry

April 23, 2023

In the past few years, the K-pop culture has experienced a number of suicides, which has devastated the Korean entertainment industry. Sulli from f(x), Jonghyun from SHINee, Goo Hara from KARA, and

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Breaking Down The Genius of SZA’s Album ‘SOS’

April 20, 2023

Since SZA has released her latest album ‘SOS’, it has made a lot of buzz in the music industry. The album has received positive reviews for its combination of R&B, pop, and hip-hop and featured.....

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Korean Indie/Pop Rock Bands You Need To Know: Day6, The Rose, & HYUKOH

April 20, 2023

With K-pop bands like BTS, BLACKPINK, TWICE, and SEVENTEEN, Korean music has been on the rise over the past ten years. But Korea’s music culture doesn’t stop there....

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“Like JENNIE”: The Song That Redefines Cool Without Even Trying

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When JENNIE released “Like JENNIE,” it wasn’t just a comeback, it was a lesson in effortless power. Soft but sharp, understated but unforgettable, the track doesn’t ask for attention. It just naturally becomes the center of it.

In a music industry built on spectacle, JENNIE takes the opposite route: minimal sound, maximal presence. “Like JENNIE” isn’t about screaming louder, it’s about knowing you don’t have to.

A Solo Track That Doesn’t Scream “Solo”

“Like JENNIE” doesn’t open with fireworks, it opens with a mood. The production is lean and intentional: a steady beat, a few glimmering synths, and her voice right up front, unfiltered.

She’s not here to separate herself from BLACKPINK. She’s here to show us who she’s always been underneath it.

The Lyrics: Confidence, Disguised as Casual

There’s no overexplaining in this track, just clean lines delivered with precision. “You could never do it like JENNIE” isn’t a brag. It’s a fact delivered in lowercase energy.

The whole song walks a fine line: it’s not aggressive, it’s aware. She’s not asking if she’s iconic. She already knows, and she knows you know, too.

Vocal Delivery: Smooth, Unapologetic, and Razor Sharp

“Like JENNIE” is filled with vocal restraint, and that’s what makes it powerful. There’s no effort to over-sing or overcompensate. Every word lands with cool composure.

She floats between rapping and singing, talking and taunting, all without raising her voice. It’s controlled without tension, and that kind of delivery only works when the artist knows exactly who they are.

Visuals That Match the Message

The music video? Sleek, moody, and personal. No unnecessary flash, just a perfectly curated atmosphere that matches the song’s tone. Every outfit feels intentional. Every camera angle feels intimate, not invasive.

It’s less “look at me” and more “you’re already watching.”

The Bigger Impact: A New Template for Cool

In a market obsessed with going bigger, louder, faster, “Like JENNIE” slows it all down. It strips the solo formula of its usual theatrics and redefines it through subtlety and control.

JENNIE isn’t trying to prove anything. That’s the power. She lets the world come to her, and it does. Because no matter how soft the delivery, the message is loud: there’s only one JENNIE.

Call to Action:

Watch the video again. Listen without distraction. Notice the details. “Like JENNIE” isn’t a track you blast once, it’s a track you grow into. And the more you hear it, the more you realize: this isn’t just a comeback, it’s a blueprint.

Conclusion:

“Like JENNIE” is more than a single. It’s a quiet flex wrapped in melody. It doesn’t chase trends, it sets its own pace. It’s cool without the performance, iconic without the volume.

And just like JENNIE herself, it knows exactly what it’s doing.