Jennie Takes 'M Countdown' No. 1 with 'Less than a Lover'.. Double Crown at Music Shows Without TV Appearance

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BLACKPINK member Jennie (JENNIE) has achieved a double crown on music shows with her new song.

On the afternoon of the 6th, Jennie topped the music charts on Mnet's 'M Countdown' with her new single 'Less than a Lover', securing a double crown with the track. As a result, she claimed the No. 1 trophy at 'M Countdown' for two consecutive weeks.

The song 'Less than a Lover', which took the top spot today, ranked 11th on Billboard's 'Global (excluding U.S.)' chart and 26th on 'Global 200'. It also reached 66th on Spotify's 'Weekly Top Songs Global' chart and appeared in the upper ranks of the 'Daily Top Songs' chart across multiple countries and regions, including South Korea and Malaysia, earning global acclaim.

Additionally, the track climbed to the top positions on Apple Music's 'Top Songs' charts in several countries and regions such as Singapore, Cambodia, and Laos. It also claimed No. 1 on iTunes' 'Top Songs' charts in 27 countries and regions including Vietnam, Chile, Indonesia, and Peru, marking a remarkable achievement as the K-pop solo song released this year with the most No. 1 placements.

The global popularity of 'Less than a Lover' has also extended to China. The song topped the three major music platforms in China: QQ Music, NetEase Cloud Music, and KuGou Music. Notably, on QQ Music, it became the only female solo single released this year to receive gold certification, adding another meaningful milestone.

The track is also making its presence felt in South Korea's domestic music market. 'Less than a Lover' achieved No. 1 on Bugs' real-time chart, Apple Music's 'Today's TOP 100: South Korea' chart, and YouTube's trending videos chart in Korea. Furthermore, it continues to maintain strong popularity by ranking high on major music charts including Melon's 'TOP100' and Genie Music's real-time chart.

Jennie co-wrote and composed 'Less than a Lover', a song created with summer in mind. It captures the excitement and lingering feelings of a relationship that exists somewhere between being a lover and a friend, expressed through the phrase 'Less than a Lover'. The alternative pop track features a languid texture created by lo-fi guitar sounds and vintage electric keyboards, painting a dreamlike romance of a summer night.

Meanwhile, as Jennie continues her global festival appearances, she has announced her participation in Japan's 'Summer Sonic 2026' (SUMMER SONIC 2026), generating anticipation for the stage she will deliver.

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