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 Lil Dicky - Earth, 19th April | star-studded video |
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 19th April 2019, 10:07 AM
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bit WTF on first listen but definitely growing on me! Quite original to have a charity song that's doesn't take itself so seriously and in turn will probably generate more publicity so clever move Leo! Love both the video and the song as they're very clear about what the intention is without coming across as preachy. I'm interested to see if radio take to it or whether it will remain a viral hit but I'm glad this is in the world and nice to see a climate change charity song for a change!
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19th April 2019, 11:23 AM
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The video and the song as a whole package is great and a lot of fun, but not sure if I would listen to the song itself out of context.
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19th April 2019, 12:05 PM
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QUOTE(Jack @ Apr 19 2019, 12:23 PM)  The video and the song as a whole package is great and a lot of fun, but not sure if I would listen to the song itself out of context. Agreed. |
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19th April 2019, 01:20 PM
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It's fun but I'm really not going to feel the need to return to it...
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19th April 2019, 01:29 PM
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Brown cow, stunning!
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The video was so much fun and really joyous, really made me smile! The song is catchy af too, very odd so might take a few listen to stand on its own (if at all), but it's cute. I don't think it's meant to be a huge pop hit or anything though so that's fine. Maybe I'll go back to it but watch it as the video instead idk
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19th April 2019, 03:18 PM
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 there's nothing straight about plump Elvis
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Ari as a zebra is highkey shade and what is her line?!
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19th April 2019, 03:34 PM
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A dead mouse (from my cat)
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QUOTE(JüperTrouper @ Apr 19 2019, 04:18 PM) Ari as a zebra is highkey shade and what is her line?! Hey, I'm a zebra No one knows what I do, but I look pretty cool Am I white or black? (my fave line is Brendon's "I'm a fat f***ing pig")
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19th April 2019, 10:49 PM
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THE BLAZE *.*
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SCREAMING
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19th April 2019, 10:58 PM
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I know it’s meant to be jokey, but the ‘we forgive you Germany’ line is so silly and patronising, and very ironic when they’re a lot more eco-friendly than America!
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20th April 2019, 04:07 AM
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rip in peace Dickston
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From The Lion King Original Soundtrack (2019)
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20th April 2019, 07:07 AM
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I found the love, I found the love in me
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QUOTE(Dexton @ Apr 20 2019, 05:07 AM) From The Lion King Original Soundtrack (2019) DON'T YOU DARE!! omg
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20th April 2019, 08:09 AM
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QUOTE(365 @ Apr 19 2019, 11:58 PM) I know it’s meant to be jokey, but the ‘we forgive you Germany’ line is so silly and patronising, and very ironic when they’re a lot more eco-friendly than America! I agree. I don’t find that line remotely funny, especially in 2019. So lazy. |
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20th April 2019, 12:01 PM
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Brown cow, stunning!
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I hate that I'm kinda obsessed with this now ffs
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20th April 2019, 12:26 PM
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Let's Go Brandon
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This is so bad lol
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20th April 2019, 01:56 PM
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A friend a BMG of mine who told me about this song ages ago said they’ve been expecting it to be a big #1 debut for ages. The video cost 1.5 million. But it could...miss the top 40?
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20th April 2019, 02:25 PM
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They really should’ve built more hype around this, think it would’ve helped. Even if they ended up setting expectations far too high it would’ve helped with initial sales and streaming
They also really don’t seem to be harping on all the big names at all. You woundnt know all the big celebs on it unless you look into it or actually watch the video |
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20th April 2019, 02:34 PM
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Chris Brown confirmed as a bigger pull than all of the 'Earth' artists combined.
Hmmm not really sure what to make of it as a song, definitely not bad & the chorus is quite catchy (if basic as hell) but for a charity record all the excessive swearing & celebs bigging themselves up (as well as the questionable lyrics already highlighted in this thread) definitely make me lean away from it more. To me it doesn't feel very sincere at all & I have my doubts as to whether the majority of these celebs are in any way genuine environmentalists. At least it is raising awareness & spreading a good word (not that I can even take any highground here whatsoever as I throw my milk carton into the non-recycling binbag). This post has been edited by dobbo: 20th April 2019, 02:34 PM |
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20th April 2019, 03:30 PM
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rip in peace Dickston
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I suppose not having any featured artists doesn't help, Freaky Friday was obviously with Chris Brown but "Earth featuring Backstreet Boys, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Halsey, Wiz Khalifa, Kevin Hart, Miguel, Rita Ora, PSY, Miley Cyrus, Snoop Dogg, Lil Jon, Adam Levine, Shawn Mendes, John Legend, Charlie Puth, Lil Yachty, Joel Embiid, Brendon Urie, Zac Brown, Sia, Hailee Steinfeld, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Meghan Trainor, Tory Lanez, Bad Bunny & Kris Wu" is probably too much
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20th April 2019, 05:12 PM
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QUOTE(LMLou @ Apr 20 2019, 03:25 PM) They really should’ve built more hype around this, think it would’ve helped. Even if they ended up setting expectations far too high it would’ve helped with initial sales and streaming They also really don’t seem to be harping on all the big names at all. You woundnt know all the big celebs on it unless you look into it or actually watch the video I agree awareness and hype seems zero to none. On Friday I was with friends/ pop fans and none of them knew it existed! QUOTE(Dexton @ Apr 20 2019, 04:30 PM) I suppose not having any featured artists doesn't help, Freaky Friday was obviously with Chris Brown but "Earth featuring Backstreet Boys, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Halsey, Wiz Khalifa, Kevin Hart, Miguel, Rita Ora, PSY, Miley Cyrus, Snoop Dogg, Lil Jon, Adam Levine, Shawn Mendes, John Legend, Charlie Puth, Lil Yachty, Joel Embiid, Brendon Urie, Zac Brown, Sia, Hailee Steinfeld, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Meghan Trainor, Tory Lanez, Bad Bunny & Kris Wu" is probably too much Even though it would have been a MESS I feel like a crediting like this would have helped the song a lot Or maybe it’s because Katy Perry is on the song? |
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20th April 2019, 05:22 PM
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 you never forget your first time...
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It's funny cause I saw loads about this on my timeline in the lead up to its release - Bieber's name alone generated a load of publicity! I honestly think a long credit like that would only have helped the song get more of an initial fanbase boost from Arianators, Beliebers, etc trying to get their faves another hit. It would've been pretty short-lived cause otherwise I feel like it's quite well known there's big names involved in this song, certainly amongst the people I follow anyway.
It's not becoming a huge worldwide #1 cause it's just not good enough really - it's not got the "cool" factor of Freaky Friday or the catchiness/replayability either. It does the trick and for what it's worth I think it's a fun and unique take on the charity ensemble formula (a few dodgy lyrics aside), but I can't say I'm compelled to listen more than once. |
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