Jennie of BLACKPINK has achieved a major career milestone with her first full-length solo album ‘Ruby,’ which was recently named the Best Album of 2025 by two leading American media outlets — Rolling Stone and Complex.
‘Ruby’ Best Album of 2025 so far
In its mid-year roundup of The Best Albums of 2025 So Far, Rolling Stone praised ‘Ruby’ for its innovative approach to R&B-pop. “It’s an interesting new interpretation of the ideas that dominated R&B-centric pop in the 2000s and 2010s,” the magazine wrote. Highlighting both Jennie’s magnetic stage presence and introspective moments, Rolling Stone noted similarities to Rihanna’s critically acclaimed 2016 album ’Anti.’ This was particularly in how ‘Ruby’ blends pop gloss with emotional depth.
Complex also named ’Ruby’ the Best Album of 2025, emphasizing the album’s vocal diversity and high production value. “In Ruby, Jennie is able to fully show off her diverse vocal colors,” the outlet stated, describing the project as a turning point that reveals Jennie’s multi-dimensional talent.
Songs like the title track “like JENNIE” earned praise for their polished pop appeal and strong performance delivery. Meanwhile, ballads such as “twin” showcased a softer, more sensitive vocal tone. Complex also lauded the seven accompanying music videos, calling them sophisticated and visually stunning.
The 15-track album is a genre-spanning project, with Jennie taking the helm as producer.
Jennie’s ‘Ruby’ is more than just a hit debut — it’s a powerful album that’s connected with both fans and critics. With praise from Rolling Stone and Complex, Jennie has proven she’s not only a global star but also a true artist with a strong creative vision. As 2025 goes on, ‘Ruby’ continues to stand out, showing just how great a solo pop album can be.