# Jennie drops 'Less than a Lover' teaser — single out July 24, self-directed and self-written

Release page: https://ktrenz.com/article/2026/07/jennie-less-than-a-lover-single-july-24-self-directed
Reach map: https://ktrenz.com/reach-graph/jennie-less-than-a-lover-single-july-24-self-directed
Artist: BLACKPINK — https://ktrenz.com/artisttag/BLACKPINK
Category: comeback
Published: 2026-07-19

## How measured
Server-side crawler hits on this article, counted per vendor and per bot. "Answer-time" means the vendor fetched the page while composing an answer (OAI-SearchBot, ChatGPT-User, Claude-User); "training" means bulk collection. These are requests we served — not impressions, not audience, not estimated reach. Crawlers we block are excluded from every number here.

## AI reach
- Answer-time citations: 63
- Total AI reads: 79
- Distinct vendors: 8
- Window: 51 days from first to last crawl

| Vendor | Reads | Kind | Bots |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| OpenAI | 64 | answer-time | ChatGPT-User 46×/19d; OAI-SearchBot 17×/14d; GPTBot 1×/1d |
| Anthropic | 3 | training | ClaudeBot 3×/2d |
| Amazon | 3 | training | Amazonbot 3×/2d |
| Meta | 3 | training | Meta-ExternalAgent 3×/3d |
| Perplexity | 2 | training | PerplexityBot 2×/2d |
| Apple | 2 | training | Applebot 2×/1d |
| Common Crawl | 1 | training | CCBot 1×/1d |
| Yandex | 1 | training | YandexBot 1×/1d |

## Human reach
- Media outlets that picked this up: 64
- Social posts tracked: 206
- Listed below: 40 outlets, 60 posts

| Outlet | Lang | Date | Headline | URL |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Korea Portal | EN | 08-01 | BLACKPINK Jennie Announces ‘Less Than a Lover’ for July 24 | https://en.koreaportal.com/articles/54649/20260721/jennie-confirms-less-lover-july-24-wrote-directed-produced-herself.htm |
| Times Now News | EN | 08-01 | Blackpink Jennie's New Single Less Than A Lover: Everything to know about release date, Nah Kai rumoured cameo in MV | https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/korean/blackpink-jennie-new-single-less-than-a-lover-everything-to-know-about-release-date-nah-kai-rumoured-cameo-in-mv-article-155142223 |
| Sports Chosun | EN | 08-01 | BLACKPINK's Jennie to Release New Song on the 24th... The Track That Lit Up the U.S. Governors Ball | https://www.sportschosun.com/en/celebrity/2026-07-21/202607210100124620007905 |
| Korea JoongAng Daily | EN | 08-01 | Jennie to drop 'Less than a Lover' on July 24 | https://www.koreajoongangdaily.com/entertainment/jennie-to-drop-less-than-a-lover-on-july-24/12782970 |
| Yardbarker | EN | 08-01 | Jennie's 'Less Than a Lover': Release Time, Creative Credits And Everything We Know | https://www.yardbarker.com/entertainment/articles/jennies_less_than_a_lover_release_time_creative_credits_and_everything_we_know/s1_17431_44095181 |
| Medcom | ID | 08-02 | Jennie drops 'Less than a Lover' teaser — single out July 24, self-directed and self-written | https://www.medcom.id/hiburan/musik/0k8de8gk-jennie-blackpink-rilis-single-less-than-a-lover-tulis-lirik-hingga-jadi-sutradara |
| The News International (Jang) | EN | 08-03 | Jennie announces release date for 'Less Than A Lover', set to make directorial debut | https://jang.com.pk/en/69442-jennie-announces-release-date-for-less-than-a-lover-set-to-make-directorial-debut-news |
| GMA Network | EN | 08-04 | Blackpink's Jennie announces new song 'Less Than a Lover' | https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/hobbiesandactivities/995631/blackpink-s-jennie-announces-new-song-less-than-a-lover/story/ |
| Chosun Ilbo (English) | EN | 08-08 | Jennie Unveils Summer Romance with 'Less Than a Lover' | https://www.chosun.com/english/kpop-culture-en/2026/07/24/GDGVC6H46FFY7IC7IHNFFWYXFU/ |
| ABS-CBN | EN | 08-11 | Blackpink's Jennie to drop new song 'Less Than A Lover ...' | https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/music/2026/7/21/blackpink-s-jennie-to-drop-new-song-less-than-a-lover-on-july-24-1910 |
| Mid-Day | EN | 08-27 | BLACKPINK: Jennie, Jisoo and Lisa set to drop new solo music within a week | https://www.mid-day.com/amp/entertainment/korean-entertainment/article/blackpink-jennie-jisoo-and-lisa-set-to-drop-new-solo-music-within-a-week-23646558 |
| The Straits Times | EN | 08-27 | Blackpink's Jennie floats teaser for solo EP | https://www.straitstimes.com/life/blackpinks-jennie-floats-teaser-for-solo-ep |
| Foco SE | PT | 09-11 | Jennie's new EP out this month; 'Less Than a Lover' opens new era | https://focose.com.br/novo-ep-jennie-less-than-a-lover/ |
| KCultureRadar | EN | 09-11 | Less than a Lover — Single by Jennie (2026) | https://kcultureradar.com/en/music/less-than-a-lover/ |
| mediafine.co.kr | EN | 07-14 | BLACKPINK's Jennie, 'Is it lingerie or stage outfit?' Madrid heats up | https://www.mediafine.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=83509 |
| cbci.co.kr | EN | 07-15 | [Star Home] BLACKPINK ②ㅣJennie, conquering European and American festivals… K-pop headliner… | https://www.cbci.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=589172 |
| mk.co.kr | EN | 07-15 | BTS, BLACKPINK, Lim Young-woong… KM Chart July Candidates 'Fierce Competition' | https://www.mk.co.kr/article/12099362 |
| mediafine.co.kr | EN | 07-15 | BLACKPINK's Jennie and a coffee moment 'rude'—YouTuber Potato Turtle apologizes | https://www.mediafine.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=83609 |
| elle.co.kr | EN | 07-17 | BLACKPINK's Rosé easily enjoys summer leather | https://www.elle.co.kr/article/1906385 |
| mydaily.co.kr | EN | 07-18 | BLACKPINK's Jennie in close-up shot with face-obscured man… who could it be? | https://www.mydaily.co.kr/page/view/2026071901115124175 |
| en.yna.co.kr | EN | 07-20 | BLACKPINK's Jennie to release new solo single | https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260721000800315?input=2106m |
| mediafine.co.kr | EN | 07-20 | BLACKPINK's Jennie to release 'Less than a Lover' on the 24th—MV direction + songwriting | https://www.mediafine.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=84124 |
| mk.co.kr | EN | 07-21 | "Refreshing bikini figure"… BLACKPINK's Jennie flaunts perfect body at the beach 'heart-fluttering' | https://www.mk.co.kr/article/12103769 |
| sports.donga.com | EN | 07-23 | BLACKPINK Solo Competition Heats Up Again with Jennie's Comeback | https://sports.donga.com/ent/article/all/20260723/134350874/1 |
| wikitree.co.kr | EN | 07-25 | Crazy Weight Class… BLACKPINK Jennie Hits #1 in One Day and Sets 'Major Record' | https://www.wikitree.co.kr/articles/1148432 |
| ppss.kr | EN | 07-26 | BLACKPINK's Jennie Enjoying London Off-Time as a Stylish Human Chanel... Even Bicycle Riding Looks Like a Photoshoot | https://www.ppss.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=303252 |
| mediafine.co.kr | EN | 07-28 | BLACKPINK's Jennie and Kai at the beach with exposed gums 'Love it to death' | https://www.mediafine.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=84840 |
| kormedi.com | EN | 07-31 | "What's the secret to being prettier in summer?"… Blackpink Jennie causing a fuss in Spain, 'this...' | https://kormedi.com/?p=2839039 |
| mydaily.co.kr | EN | 08-01 | BLACKPINK's Jennie spotted with 'angel tattoo' on her foot… 'matches her image so well' | https://www.mydaily.co.kr/page/view/2026080112073514307 |
| starnewskorea.com | EN | 08-02 | BLACKPINK's Rosé, blonde hair is perfect for her... even her casual selfies are stunning | https://www.starnewskorea.com/star/2026/08/03/2026080300274967016 |
| mediafine.co.kr | EN | 08-03 | BLACKPINK's Jennie and solo are different—Lollapalooza praise & criticism | https://www.mediafine.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=85454 |
| koreaherald.com | EN | 08-03 | Blackpink's Jennie unveils new song at Lollapalooza Chicago | https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10828885?ref=naver |
| starnewskorea.com | EN | 08-04 | BLACKPINK's Jennie, Still Determined on Acting… Public Love Calls 'Bilingual Capable' | https://www.starnewskorea.com/star/2026/08/04/2026080418372625615 |
| mt.co.kr | EN | 08-04 | BLACKPINK's Jennie in a daring lingerie look... 'loving my body, gaining confidence' | https://www.mt.co.kr/entertainment/2026/08/04/2026080422280371907 |
| insight.co.kr | EN | 08-05 | Blackpink's Jennie: "Sometimes I felt pressure to look taller... Now I'm learning to love my own body" | https://www.insight.co.kr/news/566568 |
| topstarnews.net | EN | 08-07 | Jennie shares BLACKPINK polaroid… updates after European festival | https://www.topstarnews.net/news/articleView.html?idxno=16157897 |
| wikitree.co.kr | EN | 08-08 | BLACKPINK's Jennie Shares 'Long Letter' on 10th Debut Anniversary (Full Text) | https://www.wikitree.co.kr/articles/1151172 |
| joynews24.com | EN | 08-08 | BLACKPINK's Jennie on 10th Anniversary: 'Realized Many Dreams Thanks to Fans, Members Too...' | http://www.joynews24.com/view/1993121 |
| starnewskorea.com | EN | 08-08 | BLACKPINK Lisa, Belated 10th Anniversary Heartfelt Message: 'Members I'll Be With Until Death' | https://www.starnewskorea.com/music/2026/08/08/2026080819215589113 |
| joynews24.com | EN | 08-08 | BLACKPINK apologizes for 10th anniversary event controversy: 'There was a problem with communication... we're sorry' | http://www.joynews24.com/view/1993163 |

| Platform | Account | Date | URL |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| YouTube | @jennierubyjane | 08-01 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX6h9Sx5kGw |
| X | @deanleecooper | 08-03 | https://x.com/deanleecooper/status/2084113698893996090 |
| X | @koreanentcom | 08-03 | https://x.com/koreanentcom/status/2084112135316189626 |
| X | @the_4gnetwork | 08-03 | https://x.com/the_4gnetwork/status/2084096327131291859 |
| YouTube | jowanirosie | 07-09 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBKwpeymwFc |
| YouTube | Lemonade | 07-24 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjtzSQ1Wsjs |
| YouTube | JennieRubyJaneVEVO | 07-24 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IT83Y_HcAw |
| YouTube | Jaeguchi | 07-24 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XC3Rmu0TkJQ |
| X | @Reussiie | 08-03 | https://x.com/Reussiie/status/2084078908820148372 |
| X | @chartsblackpink | 08-03 | https://x.com/chartsblackpink/status/2084067300919890059 |
| X | @deanleecooper | 08-02 | https://x.com/deanleecooper/status/2084051997423194205 |
| X | @todayplayth | 08-03 | https://x.com/todayplayth/status/2084170263193952295 |
| X | @Kpop_Herald | 08-03 | https://x.com/Kpop_Herald/status/2084208428118085848 |
| X | @pantip_korea | 08-03 | https://x.com/pantip_korea/status/2084162347774410756 |
| YouTube | NIGHT VIBE | 07-25 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9h2tMohu9M |
| X | @BlogBlink_ | 08-04 | https://x.com/BlogBlink_/status/2084460290217832586 |
| X | @chartsblackpink | 08-04 | https://x.com/chartsblackpink/status/2084434931103457730 |
| X | @chartsblackpink | 08-03 | https://x.com/chartsblackpink/status/2084419749748842917 |
| X | @kpop_spotify | 08-03 | https://x.com/kpop_spotify/status/2084315276460384675 |
| X | @chartsblackpink | 08-03 | https://x.com/chartsblackpink/status/2084281123006185547 |
| X | @chartsblackpink | 08-03 | https://x.com/chartsblackpink/status/2084421394142519497 |
| X | @chartsblackpink | 08-04 | https://x.com/chartsblackpink/status/2084487713483260363 |
| X | @BLACKPINKBRASIL | 08-04 | https://x.com/BLACKPINKBRASIL/status/2084469198546178494 |
| X | @BLACKPINKBRASIL | 08-04 | https://x.com/BLACKPINKBRASIL/status/2084468935894720893 |
| X | @8chome_kayobi | 08-04 | https://x.com/8chome_kayobi/status/2084463935508594841 |
| X | @AceCC16 | 08-04 | https://x.com/AceCC16/status/2084687914110451971 |
| X | @atta_micro | 08-05 | https://x.com/atta_micro/status/2084817780730388575 |
| X | @clexamf | 08-05 | https://x.com/clexamf/status/2084939276853321901 |
| X | @RealChozy | 08-05 | https://x.com/RealChozy/status/2084907355100316105 |
| X | @kpop_spotify | 08-04 | https://x.com/kpop_spotify/status/2084736773804961971 |
| X | @AceCC16 | 08-04 | https://x.com/AceCC16/status/2084688210190586316 |
| X | @ggxsica_ | 08-04 | https://x.com/ggxsica_/status/2084617394581127326 |
| X | @chartsblackpink | 08-04 | https://x.com/chartsblackpink/status/2084611258179838342 |
| X | @ggxsica_ | 08-04 | https://x.com/ggxsica_/status/2084606038310092875 |
| Instagram | blackpinkofficial | 04-15 | https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJMY4EE-q8/ |
| Instagram | blackpinkofficial | 04-15 | https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJMb8Hk3Bo/ |
| Instagram | blackpinkofficial | 02-27 | https://www.instagram.com/p/DVP7ndBk2nP/ |
| Instagram | blackpinkofficial | 02-27 | https://www.instagram.com/p/DVP70MFE8hA/ |
| Instagram | blackpinkofficial | 02-27 | https://www.instagram.com/p/DVP7-cDE31x/ |
| Instagram | blackpinkofficial | 04-15 | https://www.instagram.com/p/DXJQiekE6NG/ |
| X | @tolkien28 | 08-07 | https://x.com/tolkien28/status/2085544718201651455 |
| X | @k_hallyu_com | 08-07 | https://x.com/k_hallyu_com/status/2085540182468825310 |
| X | @coconut_editor | 08-07 | https://x.com/coconut_editor/status/2085530843553095942 |
| X | @kstartrend | 08-07 | https://x.com/kstartrend/status/2085523062842364110 |
| YouTube | JENNIE | 08-01 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vR49dHUwMUA |
| YouTube | SauceOnly | 07-28 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6jf_jRwPbQ |
| X | @yawnzzentxt | 08-07 | https://x.com/yawnzzentxt/status/2085620900771311997 |
| X | @_blackpinkita | 08-07 | https://x.com/_blackpinkita/status/2085616488036147391 |
| X | @ggxsica_ | 08-07 | https://x.com/ggxsica_/status/2085589621090447659 |
| X | @BernalMarco_ | 08-07 | https://x.com/BernalMarco_/status/2085579589246398910 |
| X | @kpop_spotify | 08-07 | https://x.com/kpop_spotify/status/2085836475426394261 |
| X | @myintmomg | 08-08 | https://x.com/myintmomg/status/2086012520112803912 |
| X | @Secta_BPnkniana | 08-07 | https://x.com/Secta_BPnkniana/status/2085801176290001000 |
| X | @jenniekimbrasil | 08-07 | https://x.com/jenniekimbrasil/status/2085711996322770953 |
| X | @m3gbpk | 08-07 | https://x.com/m3gbpk/status/2085824019522351440 |
| X | @p1nks4vage | 08-08 | https://x.com/p1nks4vage/status/2086185440038490337 |
| X | @PinkstreamsYTS | 08-08 | https://x.com/PinkstreamsYTS/status/2086183256043462818 |
| X | @blondiethv | 08-08 | https://x.com/blondiethv/status/2086171049146691827 |
| X | @ggxsica_ | 08-08 | https://x.com/ggxsica_/status/2086154807967162577 |
| X | @koreanentcom | 08-09 | https://x.com/koreanentcom/status/2086331720278868107 |

## Attribution
Measured and published by KTRENZ (https://ktrenz.com). Cite as: "KTRENZ Release Reach, Jennie drops 'Less than a Lover' teaser — single out July 24, self-directed and self-written".