a quick scene but so very impactful, is when Maria is running a pair of scissors over her wrist, and at the end you see Hwasa dressed in the same outfit, sitting in the same chair, starring blankly before her group mates show up. It's so very powerful to think in that moment she was thinking about suicide.
i want to say that you guys are one of the few reactors that i loved, the way you guys always do your research about the artist song or the artist itself before reacting or share your opinion about the song, it's really appreciated. i really love the way you guys pay attention to the lyrics and message and how you guys describe or interpreted the song too. one more thing, i love how the subtitles is so easy to read and it didn't blocked the music video view, it's so convenient to watch the video. keep up the good work guys 💜✨
I was pleasantly surprised as well. Hwasa herself said that she loves upbeat songs with sad lyrics because they resemble real life, and to hear this in the video was wow. I love the insights and the research. I feel like her message came across to the listeners. It's nice.
Well said! I agree completely. I've stopped watching many reactions to this because people are reacting only to the visuals and the dancing without understanding the full picture of what they're reacting to. Yay LIT TV!
Guys please if you happen to know any other reactors who react in this kinda way please tell me. I really want to watch and support reactors who pre-research and dive into the meaning behind songs and truly treasure them like this channel.
I'm normally not very good at understanding MV references and meanings but I know for sure that the cigarette MV scene is from the classic Italian movie Malèna which is about how society judges a woman just because she was "too sensual" and different in her time. In that scene she gives herself a makeover so she cuts and dies her hair from dark brown to red just like Hwasa in the MV to I guess "fit in"/ own the shit ppl say about her and make herself available to men and as soon as she pulls out the cigarette the men around her start to offer her help while the women around her where jealous of her beauty and how bold she was for doing what she did calling her disgusting. Here is the movie clip for those of u who wanna see the OG scene: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-zkBkTx-GL8s.html. There were a lot biblical references too like the crown with the nails. And in the end u see her friends come over to help her through the hard times dealing with societies negativity like the way ppl reacted when she died. They only cared about her when she died and where not decent enough to respect her and took pictures of her dead body and yet nobody showed up to her funeral (notice how the chairs were turned the other way around ). I think the first MV scene shows u what would have happened if she didn't have the support of her band members and if she wasn't strong enough and let the floating pencils which I think represent the press and the articles written about her (aka ppls BS) get to her. If u look up the lyrics u will understand it better, they are very touchy and powerfully relatable to many females out there including myself. This is definitely a sad and personal song for Hwasa with upbeat instrumentals. Feel free to add more to what I commented and correct me if I miss interpreted something :)
There's a really minute but important point which most of the people missed out. Remember the scene in which black-headed or Good Maria dances which nude and ash coloured costume? The place is morgue. Her costume probably resembles the transparency after dead. Once you're dead, all the filters are removed. That's one of my interpretations. I hope that's not wrong.
Yeah, it's actually like a scene from a famous or popular old photograph from the past of an attractive girl sitting at a table alone having a cigarette out and all the guys surround her with lighters. That quickly popped up when I saw Hwasa did the same and the meaning might be that she's an attraction or gather others attention.
Its a scene from movie Malena..In the movie beautiful and innocent Malena's life is destroyed by false rumours spread by people who were jealous of her beauty.And thats why hwasa used it in the mv.
I need to check that, I thought the cigarette part message is, when someone died, that was the time people say good things about him/her. Thanks for the info about famous image! ☺
Since rbw won’t upload the subtitles, here are Hwasa’s amazing lyrics she wrote: I have an upset stomach from getting sworn at so much * Even if l'm sad, what am I going to do I do You all worked hard hating If you knock me down Does that feed you? What do l do about being lonely I've even swallowed the hate I don't even have the strength to be angry I don't have the time either What is so disgusting Just go on your way Why are you all doing this, making me sad Maria Maria These are words for you It's a shining night Don't bother me Oh Maria they're words for you Why are you struggling You're already beautiful (yeah) Oh na ah ah (yeah) They're words for you (yeah) Oh na ah ah (yeah) You're beautiful Maria No frame no fake Throbbing headache The sky is the color of the sky, living is all obvious I'll change the path I go l’ll change a crisis to an opportunity If you really want to see me cry Here, tears I don't even have the strength to be angry There's no reason either Don't dirty your mind It's too soon to fall Maria Maria They're words for you It's a shining night Don't bother me Oh Maria they're words for you Why are you struggling You're already beautiful (yeah) Oh na ah ah (yeah) They're words for you (yeah) Oh na ah ah (yeah) You're beautiful Maria Maria Maria They're words for you It's a shining night Don't bother me Oh Maria they're words for you Why are you struggling You're already beautiful (yeah) Oh na ah ah (yeah) They're words for you (yeah) They're words for you (yeah) You're beautiful Maria (*t/n: Literally translating 'sworn at' in Korean would be like, ate swears, which is why she used 'upset stomach’) credit to @ch0sshi on Twitter
Yes, the cigarette scene is reference to a movie. But Hwasa is still incredibly brave to make the choice of making that reference- AFAIK (thanks to Heechul on Knowing Bros lol) smoking is a huuuge huge problem in Korea and a big no no in terms of idol image. Hwasa choosing to show herself holding one even as an homage is wild and crazy to me haha. Don't smoke, everyone!!! It ruins your lungs!!!!!
I’m an international Moomoo and have been a fan of the girls since they started. Hwasa was always portrayed as someone who is confident of herself no matter what. But we know that she also faces her struggles when everyone’s not looking anymore. As you guys explained the lyrics, I can’t help but shed tears. It’s clear she’s also just human. She gets hurt. Fortunately, Hwasa has the other members by her side to get her through all of that. Thank you so much for explaining her MV as a whole. You guys are different from the rest who give MV reactions. You do your research and not just comment for the sake of getting hyped.
i think this is the best reaction ive seen for maria. maybe it helped that you are Koreans and understood the lyrics so well. aside from that, you took time to research about what the mv would mean and not just there for blank visuals. You guys are very good. Thank you for this!!
I really liked your reaction guys, the first scene is a reference to a scene in the movie malena where the main character has a makeover and gives in to the bad rumours about her, but unlike her HWASA DIDN'T LIGHT HER cigarette WHICH MEANS SHE DOESN'T GIVE IN TO THOSE HATE COMMENTS. WHATTA A QUEEEEEN ♡
Hwasa is a very talented artist with a beautiful and powerful voice that's why for me she's a QUEEN!🙌 I really love your reaction guys!♥️ New subscriber here..🙏
this is the BEST reaction for this fantastic and well written song ! love that you guys were able to give a clear explanation of your understanding of this song and picking upon the many imagery used to highlight the artiste's state of mind ... the chair facing away from the body was an excellent pickup ( I missed that even after many viewings !) and especially the pen shooting at her segment ... nobody else picked up on it except you guys ( so far ) AND I love the additional reminder to everyone that the pen is mightier than the sword and that it can kill. you've got a new subscriber ! great job guys !
안티들은 화사가 망가지길 바람 어쩌면 죽기를 바랄지도 화사는 자기가 마치 살해당한 현장에 죽은 듯 아닌 듯 퇴폐적인 모습으로 수영장에 담겨져 있음 하지만 화사는 점점 강해지고 자기 자신을 되찾음 자기존중 자기애의 상징이 나중에 공포 속에 떨다 병실을 나와 왕관을 찾는 장면 그리고 화사는 고난을 극복했지만 싸움에 지쳐버림 그런데 그 때 맘무가 화사를 위해 찾아옴 이 정도면 한편의 영화다
I love how in depth and critical this video is, its not like a normal reaction to an MV. You took time to understand the message she wants her listeners to know. Not a lot of people tries to understand the struggles and inspiration of an artist as they put up their work for everyone. Thank you for this! Keep it up. I really enjoyed it
I saw someone shared your video on twitter about your in depth analysis and was not disappointed 😄 You are one of the only reactors that did some research beforehand before pulling the meaning of the video and song together. Maria is a masterpiece, even on an international scale ♥️
I love that your reaction is exactly MY REACTION. Many RU-vidrs do reaction videos without even understanding the lyric. Like I LOVE Hwasa's oozing charisma but her lyric is so damn sad. Being in unsteady mental health for years makes it more relatable ☹ And it was concerning when she was playing with the scissor. That suicidal thoughts are dangerous when you're alone, so I'm glad that she has her Mamamoo members with her. And I don't know about others, but when I read news of idols' suicide, because of the stress and hate they received from those haters... seriously, those people... They probably think that they're going to live forever. 🙄 Words are sharper than swords people. Be kind to others. 💕 It's not that hard. And remember people, diversity is beautiful. Break the stigma.
People have committed suicide and feel pressure to have plastic surgery. The kpop system and fans can be toxic. They require girls,women to be a certain weight. They talk about diets and weight a lot. There is too much pressure to look a certain way or be “ perfect” . It’s toxic. Hwasa is real. I’m glad she made a song and video about the dark side of the industry.
Thank you for your explanation regarding this mv.. I think a lot of people still doesn’t get the meaning behind this music video especially foreigners and non fans
I agree with your interpretation of the song. It troubles me the hateful comments peole leave. If you don't like something or someone, keep it to yourself and keep it moving. Words can be hurtful. It takes great mental strength to overcome the the verbal attacks.
I love Hwasa! She is my biased from my one and only woman group MAMAMOO 💚 María was trending #6 here in Canada 🇨🇦 Now when’s the world tour RBW?! Us international fans are dying to see and hear MAMAMOO perform live!
This is a great song and MV with strong messages. Great review and reaction!! Hwasa is a strong and very talented woman! Mamamoo is very talents and beautiful too! They alway sing songs with a strong message for everyone! True Vocal Queens too. Real women with real talent!
they're the only reactors I know that will figure out what's happening in the mv like the plot of it and the small details in the mv. they're not just reacting like "oh wow" they're really analysing the whole mv and I love that anyways yeorobeun stream maria by hwasa
It’s really a relief that these messages have been seen in a positive light. A lot of the celebs before committing suicide gave the same message but in return for more hate!! I find it as a relief that this has more love for Hwasa and not hate!! 🤍
I always wait for your reaction. As musicians you really appreciate every artist and every song. You give your honest oppinions and you do your research. One of my favourite channels keep up the good work!!
I've watched so many reactions about the MV and you are one of the few persons who really explained the scenes so well and tell their thoughts about the song. I really appreciate that. Thank you ❤
Thank you for this video, I like your style of reaction because as rappers you listen so you understand the lyrics, you do research, you comment and you give ideas! That's amazing, I watched this mv for the first time here and I am so overwhelmed, I'm happy they let Hwasa express her sexiness!
I like how to give detailed explanation to the lyrics and scenes in the MV. I also love the way you encourage viewers to not do meanful things. Nice reaction video!
I like the way you react guys..You put so much effort to research “symbolic signs”on the video and also analyze the meaning of the song...Well done..I am new subscriber from Philippines..Keep it up!
This is my first time watching your reaction/channel, and already loved it. Bcs I don't know the lyrics meaning so, i'm so thankful when you explain it whats the singer try to deliver throught the song's lyrics. And no doubt I click for subcribe. Hope you can make this content to be more attractive 🐣
that cigarette scene was actually inspired by a scene in "Malena"( a movie about the most beautiful woman in Sicilly(during ww2), becomes the subject of increasingly malicious gossip among the lustful townsmen and their jealous wives.)
3:50 hahah my reaction as well!! thanks guys i really like ur reaction, not much reactor this day react genuinely.. love this channel! i dont knw how much i watch the mv and other reaction my gawd i might pass out, hwasa is such a queen!
I think the first scene about her with organs is the fact that she loves eating them and she don't care if people hate on her for that. What a song though 🧡🧡🧡
oooh that's an interesting thought. I thought of it as Hwasa figuratively giving pieces of herself through her art, namely her brain and her heart...which the haters consume without thought or feeling...the other stuffs on the table like CDs, magnetic tape, mp3 player thingys, baubles and candies are reminiscent of idol performance, persona and presentation. Hwasa is figuratively laid bare at the table (possibly by Maria, who is sneering at how silly and hypocritical the consumers at table are)
The cigarette scene was from the movie malena when all the guys want her but the women hates her which is a reference that beauty have it's good and bad and in korean version I know that cigarettes make a great damage to an idol image the most it means when she's about to commit something to be criticized for unknowingly everybody will offer to "kill her" but no one will care about her later when she's dead... that's my opinion
omg you need to react to Hwasa LMM !! I went to look for it but I didn't see it, I love watching Korean reactions because you guys actually understand the lyrics lol
