A musical release featuring BLACKPINK’s Jennie has sparked a heated debate online, with many listeners expressing disappointment rather than praise. Recently, Jennie appeared on a remix of Dracula, a hit song originally released by Tame Impala in 2025. Instead of being celebrated as a bold cross-genre collaboration, the remix quickly became a focal point of criticism across social media platforms.
Shortly after the release of the remix, netizens shared sharply divided opinions. A significant number of listeners argued that Jennie’s contribution failed to improve the song, and some stated that her vocals seemed disconnected from the vibe of the original track. One user on
Many critics have pointed out that Jennie’s signature hip-hop and R&B style does not naturally align with Tame Impala’s psychedelic soundscape. Some listeners suggested that Jennie would be better suited for a rap-focused film, arguing that her vocal tone struggled to blend with the dreamy, experimental vibe that defines Tame Impala’s music. Others went further, saying the collaboration itself seemed inadequate from the start.
Beyond the criticism directed at Jennie, some fans have addressed their disappointment at Tame Impala’s creative decision. Several comments suggested that an artist with closer stylistic overlap, such as Dua Lipa or Ariana Grande, might have been a more suitable choice. One listener wrote that, while they had no personal dislike towards Jennie, the remix did not justify its existence as a true reinterpretation of the original song. Another longtime Tame Impala fan went so far as to call it one of the group’s weakest creative choices, saying they’d rather pretend the remix never happened.
Since leaving YG Entertainment in late 2023, Jennie has been actively expanding her solo career. He founded his own agency, Odd Atelier, and signed with Columbia Records to pursue global projects. After the release of his single Mantra in 2024, he presented his first solo album Ruby in 2025, collaborating with artists such as Dua Lipa, Kali Uchis and Childish Gambino. Jennie also performed solo for the first time at Coachella 2025 before reuniting with BLACKPINK for the single JUMP and launching the group’s DEADLINE world tour, which will last from mid-2025 to early 2026. BLACKPINK will officially return on February 27, 2026, with their mini album DEADLINE, which includes JUMP among its five tracks.
Despite the wave of criticism, the Dracula remix continues to circulate widely online, once again demonstrating Jennie’s undeniable ability to command attention. Whether met with praise or backlash, any project associated with his name consistently becomes a major talking point, cementing his status as one of the most talked-about figures in global pop music today.
