On the night of June 7 (local time), global pop icon Jennifer Lopez headlined the World Pride Music Festival, a prominent annual celebration for the LGBTQ+ community. The event featured performances by major stars including Troye Sivan, Paris Hilton, and Raye, with Jennifer Lopez delivering a high-energy, visually stunning set that affirmed her veteran stage presence.
A standout moment from her performance came in the form of an unexpected remix blending “like JENNIE” by BLACKPINK’s Jennie and Jennifer Lopez’s own early-2000s hit “Jenny from the Block.” The seamless transition between the two tracks featured an updated, club-friendly remix style that bridged the gap between generations of pop stars.
However, not all responses were favorable. While many praised the bold fusion of two “Jennies,” some fans and critics questioned the motives behind Jennifer Lopez’s recent inclusion of Gen Z hits in her live sets. Notably, she previously incorporated Rosé’s “APT.” during her 2025 American Music Awards stage, a move that sparked similar concerns over originality and creative direction.
Detractors argue that the singer is now relying heavily on the popularity of younger K-pop idols to remain culturally relevant. As her post-2011 releases—including tracks like “Rebound” and “Can’t Get Enough” failed to achieve commercial success, and amid repeated tour cancellations due to low ticket sales, some believe Jennifer Lopez’s music career is losing its former impact.
Once a dominant force in the music and film industries, thanks to chart-toppers like “On The Floor,” “Dance Again,” and acting roles in “Selena” and “Hustlers,” Jennifer Lopez’s recent headlines have centered more on her personal life than her art. Her high-profile fourth divorce from actor Ben Affleck, following a whirlwind reunion and marriage, has only fueled public fascination with her off-stage drama.
While her remix performance at the World Pride Festival drew applause from parts of the audience, it also reignited debate about whether Jennifer Lopez is authentically evolving as an artist—or merely chasing virality through association with newer stars.
