Jennie Dominates 2025 Melon Music Awards with Historic Wins and Electrifying Performance

Jennie of BLACKPINK made history at the 17th Melon Music Awards (MMA 2025) held at the Gocheok Sky Dome on December 20, 2025. The artist not only secured a major grand prize but also delivered an explosive performance that has since become the most-watched solo act in MMA history.

Jennie took home the coveted Record of the Year (Daesang) award, a historic first for any solo artist in the Melon Music Awards' history. This achievement, along with her Millions Top 10 and Top 10 (Bonsang) awards, solidified her presence as a dominant force in the K-pop industry as a solo act.

G-Dragon of BIGBANG swept the other three Daesangs (Artist, Album, and Song of the Year), creating a night where soloists reigned supreme.

In her acceptance speech, a visibly emotional Jennie expressed gratitude to her team at her self-established label Odd Atelier (OA) and the 50 dancers who shared the stage with her. She also shared a heartfelt message about missing her fellow BLACKPINK members, hinting at a future group reunion.

The center of widespread fan praise was Jennie's powerful stage presence and a flawlessly synchronized performance medley of "Seoul City," "ZEN," and "like JENNIE" from her highly successful debut solo album Ruby. The performance was praised for its grand production and unique energy, with fans highlighting the powerful vibe of the "ZEN" segment.

In a generous move for fans, Jennie's label, Odd Atelier, released exclusive rehearsal footage on YouTube on December 23, 2025, offering an intimate look at the hard work and commanding presence behind the flawless stage. The release was met with excitement as fans got to see the dedication that went into creating a legendary performance.

Released in March 2025, the 15-track album Ruby has been a global success, featuring collaborations with international stars like Dua Lipa, Childish Gambino, and Dominic Fike. The album peaked at number three on the UK Albums Chart and number seven on the US Billboard 200, setting new records for a female K-pop soloist.

Jennie was involved in the songwriting and composition for 12 tracks on the album, using it as a way to "bring herself to the world for the first time" under her alter ego, Jennie Ruby Jane. The critical reception has been highly positive, with publications like Rolling Stone and Pitchfork praising its musical diversity and artistic depth.

Jennie's groundbreaking night at the MMA 2025 signals a new era for solo K-pop artists, proving their ability to command the global stage and make history.

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