Representation of MVs

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 CULTURAL REPRESENTATION:

"Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)" - Shakira

  • This song celebrated African culture and unity during the 2010 FIFA WorldCup
  • It combines African music, clothing, and visual elements, serving as the anthem for the WorldCup
  • The term "Waka Waka" is a pidgin language term that means "do it" or "work hard", emphasizing the unified and empowered African culture 
MENTAL HEALTH REPRESENTATION:

"Lovely" - Billie Eilish, Khalid


  • The MV encapsulates the theme of isolation and being trapped in one's mind
  • The singers are trapped in a glass box, not being able to escape. The collaboration highlights the importance of having another person to talk to / companionship.
LGBTQ+ REPRESENTATION:

"Rush" - Troye Sivan


"Youth" - Troye Sivan 

  • The singer, Troye Sivan himself, is known for advocating LGBTQ+ rights
  • Both these MVs highlight carefree love and sexual exploration. 
  • "Youth" embraces the romantic connection between two men while "Rush" celebrates the gay clubbing culture by referencing shoots from the gay lifestyle magazine, XY.
  • The two MVs represent dancing and intimate moments in a queer space.
HISTORICAL REPRESENTATION:

"This is America" - Childish Gambino

  • The MV comments on the history of violence and racism in America.
  • It includes disturbing imagery of shootings of black men, highlighting historical events of racial violence
  • The dancing and background serve as a contrast between what is shown to the world versus what really goes on behind the scenes, which is the harsh reality of black citizens in America.
"Dark Horse" - Katy Perry


  • The MV uses Egyptian elements, including pyramids, hieroglyphics, and costumes.
  • The visuals recall the grandeur of ancient Egypt
  • Katy Perry's character is shown as a queen/goddess, reminding us of powerful historical female rulers such as Cleopatra.
ARTISTIC REPRESENTATION:

"Chandelier" - Sia


  • Focuses on outstanding choreography.
  • The artistic representation shines through the dancers' movement throughout the song, highlighting the themes of vulnerability and addiction (which is dancing in the MV)
SOCIAL ISSUES:

"Alright" - Kendrick Lamar


  • The song serves as an anthem of the 'Black Lives Matter' movement.
  • The MV shows the singer as a protestor and symbol of Black empowerment, addressing racial inequality and police brutality.
BODY POSITIVITY:

"Scars To Your Beautiful" - Alessia Cara


  • This MV is a powerful representation of body positivity.
  • It combines the diverse representation of beauty with real-life struggles related to body image
  • The video shows that beauty is not confined to one specific look, and embracing your body is the path to self-empowerment, whether through scars or imperfections.








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