JENNIE has revealed that Rihanna represents the kind of far-reaching influence she hopes to build throughout her own career. The BLACKPINK star is not simply inspired by Rihanna’s music, but by the way she has shaped pop culture, fashion and art on a global scale.
Speaking in a new cover interview with Cosmopolitan, JENNIE described Rihanna as her “biggest dream” when considering the level of cultural impact she would like to achieve. “Rihanna will always be my biggest dream in terms of how much influence she has over pop culture and also music culture and art itself,” she said. “She’s so inspiring for me. To find that for myself would be a dream.”
JENNIE’s admiration reflects her own ambitions as she continues developing an identity beyond her work with BLACKPINK. Her debut solo album, Ruby, allowed her to experiment with different sounds, collaborations and creative ideas while establishing greater control over the direction of her music.
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The singer also discussed learning to move away from perfectionism. Rather than placing pressure on herself to make every new project flawless, JENNIE said she is entering a creative period focused more on enjoyment, honesty and allowing herself the freedom to take risks.
Despite her growing solo career, JENNIE emphasized that her connection with the other BLACKPINK members remains important. She credited the group with providing support throughout both the difficult and successful moments of her journey, explaining that their shared experiences have prevented her from ever feeling completely lost.
With new music, potential acting roles and a growing influence across entertainment and fashion, JENNIE is steadily building the multidimensional career she admires in Rihanna. Her ultimate goal appears to be larger than commercial success, with the singer hoping to leave a recognizable mark on music and culture that reaches far beyond any single release.
