BLACKPINK’s Jennie is currently facing criticism following the announcement of her collaboration with American producer Diplo on her latest single, "Like Jennie," which is part of her debut studio album, "Ruby." While many fans were initially excited about her new music, the involvement of Diplo has sparked a wave of controversy among netizens, particularly in South Korea.
Diplo has been embroiled in multiple legal controversies, including allegations of sexual misconduct, assault, fraud, and defamation, Leaked documents from past lawsuits have resurfaced, leading many to question why Jennie’s team would choose to work with a figure associated with such serious allegations. Given the strict standards of the Korean entertainment industry, where artists are often held accountable for their affiliations, this collaboration has caused an intense debate online.
Reactions to the controversy have been divided. A portion of netizens has criticized Jennie for working with Diplo, questioning her judgment and the professionalism of her management team. Some have also argued that Jennie, as a global artist, should have been more cautious in choosing her collaborators to avoid unnecessary controversies.
On the other hand, many fans have come to Jennie’s defense, pointing out that the blame should not fall on her but rather on Diplo and his past actions. Some argue that she may not have been fully aware of his legal troubles or that the collaboration was arranged by her label rather than Jennie herself.
Others believe that music should be separated from personal issues and that focusing on the artistic merit of the song is more important than controversies surrounding one of its producers.
As the backlash continues to grow, speculation is rising over whether Jennie will address the controversy directly, Some expect her to release a formal statement clarifying her stance, while others believe she may choose to remain silent and let the music speak for itself.
Despite the criticism, "Like Jennie" has already gained massive attention, and fans are eager to see how the song performs on global charts, However, whether this controversy will affect her album’s overall success remains to be seen.
