Jennie from BLACKPINK and the solo artist WOODZ are gaining attention on music charts with their songs that are surging in popularity due to their exceptional live performances.

Recently, Jennie wowed audiences at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in California with not one but two stellar performances. She headlined the Outdoor Theatre stage on April 13, showcasing songs from her debut album "Ruby" with a setlist of 13 tracks. Her standout performance of "Like Jennie" went viral on social media. Returning on April 20 with an even more polished show, she concluded with an emotional shout-out to her mom, sparking more buzz.

After Coachella, Jennie's momentum continued to grow. Billboard recognized her performance as one of the festival's "Week 1 Hot Performances," with her clip of "Like Jennie" ranking high on YouTube's trending charts globally.

The song itself made its mark on the charts, re-entering the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 96 and climbing to No. 99 by May 3. It has also exceeded 200 million streams on Spotify and secured the top spot on the Melon daily chart in South Korea on April 28.

Despite WOODZ being in the military, his music has maintained a strong presence on the charts. His track "Drowning" from his 2023 mini-album recently topped the Genie daily chart and landed at No. 2 on Melon, a remarkable achievement for a two-year-old B-side track.

Initially, "Drowning" was cherished by fans as a hidden gem but gained mainstream popularity after WOODZ performed it on a TV show last October, showcasing his captivating live vocals and high notes.

In February, WOODZ expressed gratitude on social media for the love received by "Drowning," promising to continue delivering great music from a pure and joyful perspective.

Both Jennie and WOODZ are recognized for their star quality, with their live performances setting them apart in an industry where talent surpasses mere aesthetics or charisma. An insider noted the importance of live performances for idols today, showcasing talent that can keep fans engaged and create more opportunities for skilled artists to become fan favorites, benefitting the entire music industry.