In a move that has sent ripples through the K-pop universe, BLACKPINK’s Jennie is ready to captivate audiences once again with her haunting new single “Love Hangover.” The track, set to drop on January 31, follows the success of her recent pre-release single “ZEN” and marks another stepping stone toward her highly anticipated debut solo album “Ruby.”

Release Date & Time of Jennie’s Love Hangover

Release Date & Time of Jennie’s Love Hangover

Jennie’s Love Hangover has a confirmed release date and time for global fans. The “Mantra” crooner will release her new “Love Hangover” single on January 31 at midnight ET and 2 PM KST. Check out the international airtime schedule of the song’s release below.

• 12 AM ET
• 9 PM PT (January 30)
• 11 PM CT (January 30)
• 6 AM BST
• 10.30 AM IST
• 1 PM PHT
• 2 PM JST

Jennie’s “Ruby” Era Promises Powerful Verse

Under her new creative haven, Odd Atelier, Jennie is crafting a musical narrative that seems worlds apart from her BLACKPINK persona. The intriguing promotional material for “Love Hangover” features a striking visual: a heart-shaped coffin bearing the song’s title, suggesting a darker, more introspective exploration of love’s aftermath. This gothic romantic imagery hints at a track that might delve into the bittersweet remnants of a passionate relationship – a theme that resonates deeply with fans who have followed Jennie’s artistic evolution.

This release is particularly significant as it continues to establish Jennie’s individual artistic identity. After parting ways with YG Entertainment, she’s been strategically unveiling her new musical direction through carefully curated releases. “Love Hangover” serves as the second glimpse into her debut solo album “Ruby,” scheduled for a March 7 release, promising to showcase a more mature and personally crafted sound.

How to Pre-save Jennie’s Love Hangover

Jennie’s new single, Love Hangover, features pre-saving options for fans who want to support the single’s release from days before. Pre-save options are available across major streaming platforms, allowing fans to be among the first to experience this new chapter in Jennie’s musical journey.

The song arrives at a time when global anticipation for her solo work has reached a fever pitch following her success with BLACKPINK and recent independent ventures.

​​​The strategic midnight release in the United States suggests Jennie’s growing focus on the Western market, while maintaining strong connections with her Asian fanbase through convenient afternoon timing in East Asian territories.

Music industry observers are particularly interested in how “Love Hangover” will showcase Jennie’s artistic growth and personal style, especially given the creative freedom she now enjoys under her own label. The gothic-romantic aesthetic of the teaser suggests a sophisticated blend of dark pop elements – a departure from her previous releases that might surprise and delight fans in equal measure.