Ruby is confidence refined into minimalism. Controlled, stylish, and self-aware, the album presents Jennie leaning into a sleek solo identity built on attitude rather than excess. It’s poised and intentional, choosing precision over spectacle.
Sonically, the record blends modern pop, hip-hop undertones, and glossy R&B textures. The production is clean and restrained, favoring groove, space, and mood over big climaxes. The sound feels curated and fashion-forward, with a clear sense of aesthetic unity.
Lyrically, Ruby centers on self-assurance, independence, allure, and boundaries. Jennie delivers with calm authority, letting tone and presence carry the message. The writing is concise and declarative, prioritizing impact and persona over narrative depth.
The 4-star rating reflects a strong, cohesive statement that succeeds on style and clarity. While the album doesn’t push emotional or sonic boundaries dramatically, it delivers consistency, replay value, and a confident solo voice without filler.
Ruby stands as a polished and effective chapter in Jennie’s solo work. Elegant, self-possessed, and modern, it confirms her ability to command attention through restraint rather than volume.
Favorite Track: with the IE (way up)
Skip Track: twin
Disclaimer: This Is my opinion based on personal taste and emotions.
The skip tracks are not bad songs but just songs that are less memorable.
Digital Media
Tracklist
- 1like JENNIE (extended remix)3:00
- 2like JENNIE (EDM remix)2:39
- 3Handlebars (JENNIE only audio)2:14
- 4ExtraL (JENNIE only audio)2:34
- 5Love Hangover (JENNIE only audio)2:48
- 6Damn Right (JENNIE only audio)2:23
- 7Intro : JANEJENNIE with FKJ1:382.8 ★
- 8like JENNIE2:034.0 ★
- 9start a war2:453.1 ★
- 10Handlebarsfeat. Dua Lipa3:042.9 ★
- 11with the IE (way up)2:433.0 ★
- 12ExtraLfeat. Doechii2:473.1 ★
- 13Mantra2:164.4 ★
- 14Love Hangoverfeat. Dominic Fike3:003.5 ★
- 15ZEN3:214.7 ★
- 16Damn Rightfeat. Childish Gambino & Kali Uchis3:503.1 ★
- 17F.T.S.2:322.9 ★
- 18Filter2:313.4 ★
- 19Seoul City2:443.6 ★
- 20Starlight2:483.2 ★
- 21twin3:282.6 ★
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Release credits
- producer [16]
- drums (drum set) [10], engineer [10], percussion [10]
- background vocals [10]
- assistant [11, 18], engineer [15]
- background vocals [14]
- assistant [8-10, 12-14]
- lead vocals [10], recording [10]
- background vocals [14]
- lead vocals [16]
- assistant [16-17, 19, 21]
- background vocals [8], lead vocals [8, 10, 12]
- background vocals [10], lead vocals [10], recording [10]
- producer [11-12, 18], recording [11-12, 18]
- lead vocals [14], recording [14]
- producer [8]
- lead vocals [12]
- lead vocals [14]
- engineer [16]
- lead vocals [10]
- bass synthesizer [13], drums (drum set) [13], handclaps [13], keyboard [13], percussion [13], producer [13], synthesizer [13]
- mix [7], producer [7], programming [7], synthesizer [7]
- producer [17, 21], recording [17, 19-20]
- background vocals [14], bass guitar [14], bass synthesizer [14], clavichord [14], drums (drum set) [14], keyboard [14], organ [14], producer [10, 14], programming [14]
- lead vocals [7-21], producer [14]
- engineer [10]
- assistant [16-17, 19, 21]
- piano [10]
- mix [16-17, 19, 21]
- recording [12]
- background vocals [9, 13, 15-16], engineer [9-10, 13-14, 16-17], lead vocals [10, 14-15, 15-17], producer [9, 13], programming [14]
- engineer [12]
- instrument [9], producer [9], programming [9], recording [9]
- producer [8]
- producer [13]
- lead vocals [16]
- background vocals [8]
- lead vocals [9, 9-10, 10, 13, 13-14, 14-15, 15-16, 16-17, 17], recording [9-10, 13-17]
- producer [8]
- mix [11, 15, 18, 20]
- producer [20]
- mix [16-17, 19, 21]
- producer [16, 19-21]
- producer [19]
- assistant [10]
- engineer [14]
- producer [15, 17, 20]
- assistant [20]
- instrument [9], producer [9], programming [9], recording [9]
- producer [19]
- background vocals [10], bass guitar [10], engineer [10], glockenspiel [10], guitar [10], piano [10], producer [10], programming [10], recording [10], synthesizer [10]
- instrument [9], producer [9], programming [9]
- mix [8-10, 12-14]
- glockenspiel [10]
- background vocals [8]
- assistant [18]
- assistant [11, 20], engineer [15]
- producer [16]
- viola [14], violin [14]
- producer [19]
- background vocals [14]
- producer [13], programming [13]
- recording [8, 20-21]
Issues
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RDigital Media (Dolby Atmos mix)21 February 2025
RCD7 March 2025
RDigital Media (explicit)7 March 2025
RCD (Target exclusive)7 March 2025
RCD (Jane version)7 March 2025- RCD (Zen version)7 March 2025
RDigital Media (explicit)7 March 2025
RDigital Media (clean)7 March 2025
RDigital Media (JENNIE only audio)7 March 2025
RCD7 March 2025- RCD7 March 2025
RCD7 March 2025
RDigital Media6 March 2026- RDigital Media6 March 2026