BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s recent solo album ‘Ruby’ release has been met with enthusiastic praise from fans, and her promotional activities, especially interviews, are giving them a deeper look into her life. In a recent interview, she shared candid details about her years as a trainee, a period all about intense pressure and personal challenges. Read on to know more!
Jennie Gets Real About Trainee Days
During Fairy Jaehyung YouTube channel’s video, Jennie described her trainee days as a “cruel” experience with constant evaluations. The most difficult aspect, however, wasn’t the evaluations themselves, but the emotional toll they took. She explained that the evaluations weren’t just about simple scores; they were about friends leaving. At a young age, it was incredibly hard to accept the departure of close companions. The competitive environment forced her to develop a tough exterior and changed how she viewed her peers. She noted that while young people typically learn about giving and receiving love, the trainee experience was dominated by competition.
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Jennie began to adopt a mindset where she thought, “If that person doesn’t make it, then I must.” This perspective, she felt, narrowed her view of people. Despite the pain of losing friends, Jennie remained determined to succeed. Jennie acknowledged the sadness of seeing close friends leave, but she felt compelled to push through. She was determined to debut, believing it was her only path. Having dropped out of school for this goal, she refused to entertain any doubts about her success. Jennie maintained a strong resolve that she would definitely make it. For the uninitiated, BLACKPINK is all set to reunite as a group after two years.