BLACKPINK’s Jennie made her solo debut at Coachella performing at the Outdoor Theatre with a 12-song set. The performance marked her first independent appearance at the music festival, separate from fellow BLACKPINK member Lisa, who performed on a different stage.
Jennie’s setlist included tracks such as “Mantra,” “FTS,” “Love Hangover,” and “Zen,” with choreography described as high intensity. Despite the anticipation surrounding her set, online reactions were mixed. While Jennie received support from fans for her energy and stage presence, criticism emerged across social platforms, especially around claims of lip-syncing.
Multiple users on X questioned the consistency of her live vocals, with one stating, “She gets tired too quickly.” Another comment accused Jennie of “lipsyncing the whole song”
Lipsyncing the whole song
— KPOP_FLOP_ (@KPOP_STYLE__) April 14, 2025
Why she even have a microphone for??pic.twitter.com/58eotV8neU
She gets tired too quickly, girl I think you should stop using the vape
— hinata (@bluebvrriesss) April 14, 2025
pic.twitter.com/O6rBotROQ3
Singing 3 words and she’s already gasping for air 😭 pic.twitter.com/fgszEQ8w0g
— ً (@jm_cherries) April 14, 2025
Some users argued that the complexity of her routines might have impacted her vocal performance.
Her fans, often referred to as BLINKs, defended her performance, highlighting the pressure of performing solo on a global stage. Many commended her for maintaining energy throughout and engaging with the audience.
While opinions remain divided, Jennie’s Coachella set has become one of the most discussed of the weekend. Hashtags like #jenchella and #jennieishere continue to trend, reflecting her strong presence at the festival.
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