Top 5 Reasons Why People Are Hating on KSI's Thick Of It (KSI Watch This PLES)

Summary

This video discusses the mixed reception of KSI's song, highlighting five reasons for its dislike. The main factor is the controversy surrounding DanTDM and Lun Le, which has led to a bandwagon effect of dislike. The speaker critiques the song's technical aspects, including its production, tempo shifts, and Trippie Redd's autotune, while noting that the live performance offers a better listening experience. Despite the flaws, the song is deemed enjoyable at live concerts. The video concludes with a broader commentary on how public controversies can spill over into an artist's career.

Takeaways

• 😀 About 60% of the hate for KSI's song 'TIOF' stems from external controversy, particularly involving DanTDM and Lun Le.
• 😀 The dislike for the song is largely driven by the 'mob mentality,' where people follow trends and dislike the song simply because others do.
• 😀 The removal of dislike counts on YouTube has not improved the situation, as it still encourages misuse of the dislike button.
• 😀 While the song isn't terrible, it isn't as strong as KSI's previous hit 'Wake Up Call' and is considered less appealing than 'Poppin' with Lil Pump.
• 😀 Despite the issues, the speaker enjoys 'Wake Up Call' and feels 'TIOF' doesn't deserve the level of hate it's receiving.
• 😀 The live version of 'TIOF' on Des's channel is considered more listenable than the official music video, mainly due to better sound balance.
• 😀 In the official video, the drums overpower the guitar, which feels off considering the guitar is in sync with the vocals.
• 😀 The song contains vocal tempo and pitch changes that go off-key with the drums, creating an awkward flow, but the guitar stays in line.
• 😀 Trippy Red's autotune is highlighted as a major flaw, making his part of the song less enjoyable than the live version.
• 😀 The song's flaws, such as the dissonance in tempo and pitch, are small issues that are not enough to explain the overwhelming dislike, but they contribute to its mixed reception.
• 😀 The overall reception of 'TIOF' is negatively impacted by the broader drama surrounding KSI and his team, resulting in 'collateral damage' to the song's success.

Q & A

Why is KSI's song 'TIOF' receiving so much dislike?

A significant portion of the dislike for 'TIOF' is due to external factors, such as controversies involving KSI and other public figures. The song’s reception is also influenced by groupthink and online meme culture, where people often dislike it just because others are doing so.

What role does the DanTDM and Lun Le controversy play in the song's dislike?

The controversy surrounding KSI's interactions with DanTDM and Lun Le accounts for about 60% of the hate directed at the song. The negativity from these external issues spills over into the music, as people may dislike the song simply due to these past controversies.

How does the dislike culture on YouTube affect the reception of the song?

The removal of dislike counts on YouTube hasn't stopped the culture of mass disliking. Many people dislike the song simply because they see others doing it, which amplifies the negativity around the track. The speaker argues this culture is more about following the crowd than genuinely critiquing the music.

What technical issues does the speaker mention about the song 'TIOF'?

The speaker mentions that in the official version of the song, the drums overpower the guitar, creating a strange imbalance. Additionally, there are tempo and vocal changes that don’t align well with the drums, causing some awkwardness in the track’s flow.

How does the live version of 'TIOF' compare to the official music video?

The live version of the song is generally considered more enjoyable, especially before Trippie Redd's autotune takes over. The live performance sounds more in sync, and the technical issues, such as the imbalance between drums and guitar, are less noticeable in this version.

What is the issue with Trippie Redd’s autotune in the song?

The speaker finds Trippie Redd’s autotune to be problematic, describing it as 'horrible' and a major downside to the song. This autotune detracts from the overall quality, especially in the live performance.

Does the speaker think the song’s lyrics are the main problem?

While some people criticize the lyrics, the speaker does not think they are the primary issue. The flow and occasional disjointedness of the song are more important factors. The speaker also notes that they don’t focus too much on lyrics and prefer to leave that critique to others.

Why does the speaker believe that people will eventually warm up to the song?

The speaker suggests that as time passes and KSI performs 'TIOF' live more often, fans will start to appreciate it more. Live performances tend to make songs more engaging, and over time, people may come to like parts of the song they initially disliked.

What is the 'collateral damage' the speaker refers to?

The speaker refers to the 'collateral damage' as the negative impact that KSI’s past controversies (such as drama with Logan Paul and Mr. Beast) have had on his music career. These past mistakes have caused a spillover effect, impacting the reception of his song 'TIOF' despite the song’s quality not necessarily warranting such backlash.

Does the speaker think 'TIOF' is a bad song?

No, the speaker believes 'TIOF' is not a bad song, despite its heavy dislike. While it may not be their personal favorite, they argue it’s on par with KSI's other tracks and is certainly better than some of his previous work, like 'Poppin' with Lil Pump.