British Priest reacts to BLACKPINK - 'How You Like That'

Summary

Josh, Ollie, and Rev Chris dive into Blackpink's music video 'How You Like That,' discussing its groundbreaking viewership and the complex layers of symbolism within. They explore themes of Greek mythology, empowerment, and resilience, with insights from Ollie’s sister, a classicist. They connect the imagery in the video to concepts like Persephone in Hades, revenge goddesses, and overcoming online bullying. The discussion also touches on K-pop's influence, social activism, and how it has become a major cultural force. The trio brings humor, analysis, and thoughtful reflection to the video’s deeper meanings.

Takeaways

• 🎶 Blackpink's new music video premiere had 1.66 million live viewers and reached 100 million views in 32 hours.
• 🎨 The video features stunning visuals with vibrant colors and complex scenes that impressed the hosts.
• 👗 The video includes modern hanbok (Korean traditional clothing), combining traditional and contemporary styles.
• 📜 The analysis draws parallels to Greek mythology, including themes of life, death, and the goddess Nike of Samothrace.
• 🌸 There are symbolic references to Persephone, Hades, and the cycle of seasons, suggesting themes of entrapment and rebirth.
• 🦅 Imagery of wings and a falconry glove may symbolize Fama, the Roman goddess of rumor and fame.
• 🕷️ Spider imagery, including webs and references to Arachne from Greek mythology, adds layers of meaning about shame and pressure.
• 💔 The video touches on deeper themes of overcoming haters, bullying, and the emotional toll it takes, especially in the K-pop world.
• 🙏 Rev Chris relates the pressures of being in the public eye to the need for emotional resilience and support from friends.
• 👊 The hosts commend the younger generation for using platforms like K-pop to fight against social injustices, including online hate and far-right movements.

Q & A

What is significant about BLACKPINK's new music video release?

BLACKPINK's new music video had 1.66 million live viewers during its premiere and became the first video to reach 100 million views in 32 hours.

What are the hosts’ initial reactions to the video?

The hosts are impressed by the high production value, describing the video as visually stunning, chaotic, and filled with various artistic elements.

What themes do the hosts notice in the music video?

The hosts notice themes of entrapment, rebirth, and resistance, with visual motifs such as burial, looking up at the sky, and reversing roles.

How does Rev Chris interpret the symbolism in the music video?

Rev Chris suggests that the video is about overcoming hardships, possibly flipping the perspective on a world that tries to suppress the individuals.

What classical references does Victoria (Rev Chris' sister) bring up?

Victoria mentions references to Greek theater, Nike of Samothrace, the Furies (female gods of vengeance), and Persephone’s story from Greek mythology.

How does Victoria interpret the flower scene in the music video?

Victoria connects the flower scene to Persephone’s abduction to Hades, drawing parallels between the fragility of life and being trapped by decisions made by others.

What does the imagery of birds and wings signify, according to Victoria?

Victoria relates the birds and wings to Fama, the Roman goddess of rumor and fame, highlighting how fame starts small but can grow until it fills the sky.

How does Victoria interpret the imagery of spiders and webs?

Victoria sees a possible allusion to Arachne, the mortal punished by the goddess Minerva in Greek mythology, linking it to themes of challenge, shame, and transformation.

What does Rev Chris suggest about handling bullying?

Rev Chris advises maintaining a soft heart but developing tough skin, understanding that bullies are often insecure and should not be given the power to harm self-esteem.

What role has K-pop played in recent social movements?

K-pop fans have hijacked far-right hashtags like ‘White Lives Matter’ by flooding them with fan content, effectively derailing the hashtags' original hateful messages.