Alright, so today I’m gonna talk about this little project I got myself into, focused on Jennie and Lisa. Not like, a deep academic study, mind you. More like a hands-on, try-it-yourself kind of thing. It all started when I was just watching some of their performances, you know, as one does. And I kept noticing how different yet complementary they are. So, I thought, why not try to break down what makes their styles tick, at least from my amateur perspective?
My Initial Approach: Observation Overload
First thing I did was just watch. A lot. I pulled up a bunch of their group performances, their solo stuff, even some of those dance practice videos. I wasn’t trying to learn any specific choreography at this point. Nope. I was just trying to soak it in. I had a notepad, scribbling down words that came to mind. For Jennie, it was things like “chic,” “effortless power,” “strong gaze,” “controlled.” For Lisa, it was “sharp,” “energetic,” “fluid yet impactful,” “playful.”
I realized pretty quickly that just watching wasn’t enough to really get it. It’s like watching a chef cook a fancy meal. Looks easy on TV, but you don’t really understand the heat, the timing, the feel, until you try to chop an onion at that speed.
Getting Physical: The “Practice” Begins
So, I decided I had to actually move. I cleared some space in my living room – which, let me tell you, is no small feat. My coffee table has seen better days, but sacrifices must be made for… uh… research. Yeah, let’s call it research.
I picked a few short segments, like 10-15 seconds, where each of them had a distinct moment. I wasn’t aiming for a full cover. My goal was to try and embody that feeling I jotted down.
- For Jennie’s parts: I focused on keeping my movements very deliberate, trying to make every little gesture count. It’s less about flailing around and more about this condensed energy. I tried to replicate that “cool cat” vibe. It felt incredibly awkward at first. Like I was trying too hard to be cool, which is the opposite of cool. I spent a good hour just on a shoulder shrug and a head tilt, trying to get that specific Jennie nuance. My neck was sore the next day.
- For Lisa’s parts: This was a whole different beast. The sheer speed and precision! I tried to mimic some of her sharper, more intricate footwork and arm movements. My limbs felt like they were operating on a delay. I’d see her do a quick, snappy move, and by the time my brain told my arm to do it, the moment had passed. It was a lot of rewinding, slowing down the video to 0.5x speed, and still feeling like a confused octopus.
I spent a few evenings doing this. Each session, I’d pick a new tiny segment. I wasn’t recording myself initially, because, honestly, it would have been too embarrassing. It was just me, the screen, and a lot of huffing and puffing.
What I Learned (Beyond a Few Clumsy Moves)
After a while, something clicked. Not that I suddenly became a great dancer, far from it. But I started to feel the difference in my own body. When I tried to emulate Jennie, I found myself focusing on my core and posture more. When I tried Lisa’s style, it was all about explosiveness and then immediately controlling that energy for the next sharp hit.
It’s funny, because you see them on stage, and they make it look so natural. But going through the motions, even badly, gave me a new appreciation for the sheer amount of training and control that goes into it. It’s not just about knowing the steps; it’s about the character and intention behind every single movement.
The biggest takeaway for me wasn’t about successfully copying them. It was about understanding the different energies they bring. And, surprisingly, it made me more aware of how I carry myself in general. I started noticing my own posture more, how I shift my weight. Weird, right? Started with K-pop, ended up with a mini self-awareness kick.
So yeah, that was my “Jennie Lisa” practice. No grand output, no viral dance cover. Just me, in my living room, probably looking ridiculous, but learning a thing or two. And hey, it was a pretty good workout too. My cat seemed entertained, at least.
