On April 21, 2025, BLACKPINK member Jennie captivated audiences by headlining the Outdoor Theatre at Coachella during its second weekend. Her performance was heartwarming, marked by an emotional moment where she altered the lyrics to one of her songs to express her heartfelt appreciation for her mother, who was present in the crowd.
As she fought back tears, Jennie addressed her mother with a touching declaration, stating, “Eomma, saranghae,”translating to “Mom, I love you”in Korean. This powerful sentiment struck a chord with fans everywhere, prompting an outpouring of admiration across social media as clips of her tribute went viral, further solidifying Jennie’s connection with her international fanbase.
“We are so proud of you too Jennie,”one fan said.
Fans took to various platforms to express their pride in Jennie’s journey from a K-pop idol to a leading global star, praising her for the incredible achievement of headlining a solo show at such a prestigious festival.
“She screamed “eomma saranghae” she was definitely thinking about how far she’s come,”a fan wrote.
“IM CRYINGG. IM SO PROUD OF YOU JENNIE KIM, NO ONE IN THE WORLD CAN MAKE ME HATE YOU,”another fan shared.
“MAMA KIM IS SO PROUD OF YOU JENNIE, MORE THAN PROUD FOR SURE! AND NOT ONLY HER BUT US TOO, WE ARE ALL YOUR MAMA,”another fan added.
Additionally, fans captured several emotional moments of Jennie’s mother in the VIP area, visibly moved as she witnessed her daughter’s performance. These reactions added another layer of tenderness to the evening.
“JENNIE’s mom was seen crying at the end of her Coachella performance. It shows the love towards her daughter,”a fan noted.
“Proudest Mama Kim. Watching her daughter perform on stage pouring all emotions, full heart & soul, enjoying while the whole crowd chants her name, singing along with her. This is the most precious moment for a Mother,”another fan shared.
“Omma Kim. . Thank you for giving birth to a woman who is very humble, big-hearted, smart, beautiful, and a very precious diamond. Jennie is proud to have a mother like you,”another fan commented.
Highlights and Setlist from Jennie’s Coachella 2025 Performance
During this memorable performance, Jennie showcased her artistic range with a carefully curated setlist, featuring songs from her debut solo album, Ruby, which was released in March 2025. This album includes collaborations with prominent artists, such as Dua Lipa, Grammy-winning singer Kali Uchis, and rapper Doechii, among others.
The impressive setlist comprised the following tracks:
- Filter
- Mantra
- Handlebars
- start a war
- ZEN
- F.T.S.
- Damn Right (featuring Kali Uchis)
- Love Hangover
- Seoul City
- ExtraL
- with the IE (way up)
- like JENNIE
- Starlight
Fans were thrilled during Weekend 1 when Jennie brought out Kali Uchis for a dynamic performance of “Damn Right,”which generated significant excitement. For her second weekend, she stunned the audience once again by showcasing her breakdancing skills during her solo track, “SOLO.”
Audience members praised Jennie for her remarkable live vocals, as she performed non-stop for 45 minutes without any breaks or costume changes, which showcased her stamina and dedication. Her fashion choices were equally discussed, with her opting for a striking burgundy leather crop top and mini shorts for the first weekend, followed by vibrant red leather mini shorts paired with a black crop top and knee-high black boots for the second.
Looking ahead, BLACKPINK’s Jennie is gearing up for an exciting world tour with her group, set to commence in July 2025. This tour will mark a significant reunion for the four members—Jennie, Lisa, Jisoo, and Rosé—after nearly three years since their last joint venture, the Born Pink tour in 2023.