The Kulture Study: JISOO 'FLOWER' MV REACTION & REVIEW 

The conversation about the flower scent really expanded my perspective on the MV even more (from the obvious flower symbolism’s Jisoo shows in the choreo and through color and lyrics) your conversation made me take note during your second watch that most of the shots indoors Jisoo is “sad” and in darker or duller colors like neutral blacks and whites, but all her outfits outside are vibrant she’s confident and dancing. Almost like a flower in a vase “indoors” is less beautiful more likely to dull and wither while a flower free and in the wild “outside” is more vibrant has a more potent fragrance is freely moving with the wind, and most importantly able to flourish etc.

flower is simple but elegant and suits jisoo perfectly imo. i think they chose a more chill kind of song so that her vocals would be what stands out the most. def my favorite of the solos!

in her interview with youngji they were talking about how big of a star she is, how big blackpink is globally and if thats scary, if shes scared of all this going away. and shes okay with it, she knows its a moment and moments will pass, but shes glad this is happening now. that made me see the song in another point of view. previously i thought it was about romantic love, but now i think it might be about her, her music, her career. shes saying "this will end. ill be ok, will u?" idk the scent of jisoo will live on, even when she leaves her spot. not trying to say she will leave blackpink or blackpink will disband soon, but the song might be jisoo reflecting on herself as an artist and how much she can do in her life that is not just being a massive popstar.

Jisoo's voice is indeed hypnotic!! Her tone is so unique, and raspy. Also I love the minimalism of the music video because it only works with Jisoo and especially her acting skills. Her face might seem blank at first but her eyes are so vocal and her acting so subtle!! The scenes with her in the mirror? They left me speechless.

So according to a Nylon article, the song is specifically about leaving a toxic relationship and reclaiming her personhood after it. But I solidly agree with you, this song is only as good as it is because Jisoo is the artist. Like with Taeyeon's INVU, it just wouldn't work with a different singer, it really embodies her je ne sais quoi. Also, I'd love it if you featured Blair more in the videos, she's been a great addition these past few.

You've been churning out videos today like nobody's business! Thank you for your hard work PD :) happy to watch your reactions

Personally I really love this song. I think that people are surprised by this is because they expected some Blackpink style song. But she made it pretty clear before that that she wanted to do something that she likes and that reflects her. And that’s totally it this song is literally screaming Jisoo and it’s perfect for her.

I felt a little underwhelmed at first.. but after some hearings i think its absolute fantastic! And i cant get that «There was nothing left but a scent of flower» part out of my head!! 😂 Jisoo is just incredible in every way..i think everyone that know enough about her see that!.. but not everybody want to admit it.. or something like that.. 😅

Jisoo's is my favorite BP solo, ngl. It's simple but really nice

like Blair said, "ITS HER" and i completely agree. during my first listen of the song, i was reminded of sunmi's song 'heartburn' because to me, they both gave me that dreamy? intoxicating? somehow creepy but not really but unique witchy vibe yk? i fell completely in love with the song & jisoos vocals, although yes, i did hve some different hopes in mind for what her solo would turn out to be, but i was not disappointed at all. more than that, the outfits & aesthetics in the mv are really beautiful to me and i love them as well.

Melodic, eerie, and hypnotic are descriptors of my favorite pop songs. I absolutely adore the song and mv. Jisoo is so elegant and powerful ❤

you're the only channel i look forward to in the reaction genre, you're really talented and i always wait for your critiques, keep up the great work! 💙

Jisoo has another song titled All Eyes On Me, im excited for your thoughts and opinions for that 🫶🏻

the first time when i listened the song is weird, but when you try for 2nd, 3rd and more the song is like drugs and iam addicted, one of the best song 2023

I completely agree to your GF....someone MIGHT cover this song....But no one will ever capture it like Jisoo.

This song described... Jisoo's voice "expressive and addictive" , the dance "unique and artistic", and her wardrobe "beautiful and expensive".

I think you're on the right track with your hypnotic intoxication thoughts - the black and red outfit as well as the pink outfit at the end, are very poppy-ish, which suggests opium and its accompanying intoxicating aroma, The song seems to speak to the addictive nature of love.

I have been waiting for your reaction since the single album came out! I agree that the song is very hypnotic and eerie in a good way. I find it very fresh and the perfect song for Jisoo. I think what makes me like it even more is that she had a say in the creative vision for this song. I can't wait for you to listen to her B-side next week!

This song fits her so perfectly. The only way I can describe it and the emotions it conveys is with the iconic phrase: "I'm Jisoo, I'm OK"

finally someone who gets the vision!!!

That "intoxicating" comment fell into place for me: I always wondered why the visuals (dance moves, lip movement) are slightly async with the audio - which felt like a mistake. But actually, a difference between audio+video could be seen by the brain as an intoxication symptom. Much like when you ride a car while reading and the difference between static visuals and different movements makes you motion sick. Means: If that audio/video delay is intentional, it could actually increase that "weirdly intoxicating" feeling. Brilliant!

the mesmerizing feel is very prevalent when you see her dance performance video. You just cant get enough of it even if its intoxicating as hell. you should check it out even not posting it.

This song proves that you don't need to be like hype and so to be intriguing and attractive.

The line about leaving the scent of a flower is so clever, because she's taunting him with her lingering scent after she leaves him. It really comes across nicely in her slightly dark and tantalizing vocals.

You will love all eyes on me if you like Jisoo's voice in dance songs

The song was like a poetry in music

Finally this was me at first i heard but when i repeatedly listening to it and now im hypnotised and i can't stop 😅.

That's was a very great way to explain her solo, I'm glad I came to watch this. I'm happy I'm not the only one who felt like that, this songs is likeable because jisoo singing it. It's like a perfect clothes for a certain person. I try to look for other cover with other type of voice but it was just NG for me (personally). I just think that this songs it's being shines by jisoo vocal but also compliment her vocal at the same time.

Cats are very independent so I believe the cat is symbolic of Jisoo becoming independent in the story.

Speaking of ‚intoxicated‘: she was on Lee Young-ji’s No Prepare and it was a great episode! Definitely recommended

been refreshing constantly once I saw the first post, there's always a pattern of like at least four videos at once and I'm here for the binge

The song is very refreshing but i can see why you'd need to listen to it few times but it's great imo.

I really love this song. I think it plays to her strengths as a vocalist and her personality as an artist, while also being fun to listen to. Also--I don't think anyone is crediting this enough, but it's such a grower! Though the songs are different, I felt the same way about Hwasa's I'm a B. Both songs have a subtle power that sneaks up on you over time, even if you don't fully appreciate them at first.

JISOO's voice has always been my favorite in BP, so I really enjoyed 'FLOWER' as the overall subtle hypnotizing nature of it really suits her🌺

Amazing reaction! Many thanks to your girlfriend for chiming in! Very insightful analysis.

Flower has that Gashina vibe ❤ They're both healing songs for me

omg pd you're feeding us well today I feel blessed 😭😭

Jisoo really did incorporate flowers in the music video just by the outfit selection and transitions with the choreography and Dancers that made me feel happy an opportunity to see her voice and acting diversity

i really liked listening to your conversation about it.. it sure is something only Jisoo can pull off, her voice is really unique and i'm kinda happy that she stays true to herself, because damn.. her husky voice is perfect.. that song/choreo/mv fits her 1000% she just killed it.

She is in her pocket and it’s alluring.

YESS IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THISSSSSS

hi i don't usually comment but i just wanted to say i really like the addition of Blaire's commentary. really loved what she said about jisoo being the flower and the dance is the scent. I thought the cat was symbolizing how she's moving on. Cats have nine lives so she's entering her "new life"

I feel like Yuju could probably do this song justice, like this debut reminded me SO MUCH of Yuju´s own debut song Play.

i love this song sm. it suits her so much same with the bside

i said this when it came out but this song was made for jisoo and it really was perfect for her💕

I loved this video! Hearing you bounce off of someone else was very entertaining and really enhanced the experience

I personally love this song. It’s very addicting! At first, I was like hmm not into it but after a couple of listens this song became the most played in my playlist. ❤ 🌺

She's the flower and she's saying that after she leaves she'll be okay and there's gonna be nothing left but her smell for the guy to remember

I like Jisoo's solo the most amoung 4 members.

All eyes on me by jisoo was supposed to be the title Track , which Could fit her too but I get why she went with Flower. But please React to All eyes on me

My first reaction to this song is This is Quintessentially Jisoo. The differences between this and Jennie's is Jennie really are hurt by the breakup while Jisoo took a day to come to conclusion that its totally your fault for screwing it up and you'll be haunted by my leaving while I have already moved on.

I really enjoyed yours and your gf's perspective! It helped me understand the mv better! And I agree, everything about this debut reflects Jisoo's personality!

Hi PD and Blair! I've been a long time consumer of your content. Your explanations about the Korean cultural aspects of music videos is especially interesting to me as I was adopted and raised in the U.S. I love your reviews! I thought of something while you guys were talking about the uniqueness of Jisoo's tone and personality. It made me think of Sunmi, as they both as kind of "quirky" as you put it. Granted, they are completely different artists with different sounds but I think if anyone would try a concept similar to what Jisoo did here, Sunmi would probably be likely to pull it off well. Anyway, I hope you two enjoy the rest of your day, or night! Looking forward to seeing more of Blair too!

Honestly, I was so excited and kinda scared of pd-nim's opinion. But so glad that I watched through it and gained another perspective of what the song and the mv might have been. Idk why but I'm touched by how you both describes the mv and the song. 😭 This must be why I love watching your reaction and never regret to wait for it.

I was hoping that with that type of lyrics they would do something lovesick girls like with the sound of the song Personally I liked her voice on lovesick girls the most out of all blackpink songs or title tracks at least

Love how detailed your review was! It’s interesting how everytime I watch some reviews of Flower it expanded my view of this song

The videos! They keep coming!!!

I’m so glad you pointed out these thing cause i had aproblem identifying my feeling about the song i didn’t like it at first but there was something that made wanted to listen to it over and over again and when i watched you reaction i finally got it and understood what that weird feeling was thank you❤❤❤

and that's why Jisoo's 2nd track All Eyes On Me is made

I love that song gosh

If you guys think the song is hypnotic, go do a reaction to her FLOWER Dance Poerformance or Inkigayo video. That is even more hypnotic.

They really showcased jisoo's elegance from the music to the dance

I am just in love with Jisoo you know. Everything is perfect. I love her visuals, I like her personnallity [have you seen drunk Jisoo ;)], I love the song and its beat, in my eyes it's perfect. It's not what I expected but I was so pleasantly surprised.

when I heard for the first time, I felt similar. not that great but weird feel. then I am listening everyday. so addictive

'Flower' was chosen to make her vocals shine. It's not in your face,it's elegant and it's based on light and dark. Some people not like it but millions of Blinks love it. Thank you for your reaction.

LITERALLY WAITED FOR YOUR REACTION AND REVIEW. FINALLY!!!!

been waiting for pd's reaction since the flower's drop. only reliable in depth detailed reaction

I’m not really a bp fan, but I keep up with their releases to an extent, and personally I don’t really enjoy this song, but I think your commentary did give me a bit more appreciation for it. I still don’t really love it (though that’s probably because I’m not the biggest fan of Jisoo’s voice), but I think hearing different perspectives on it definitely helps me see why people would love it!

Thank you for your hard work in these reaction videos. I look forward to your deep analysis ❤️ it can’t be easy

This song and choreo and overall style is giving me major Sunmi vibes and I’m not mad about it.

Purple is the colour of royalty and that she is A queen

I would give the song 10/10 and the video 10/10. What I love about the video is it has the look and feel of a European art film from the 1960s. It's Felliniesque.

Flower really suits Jisoo... It compliments Jisoo's vocal... At first you don't like it... But if you hear it on repeat it was really addictive... It always in your mind...

Absolutely enjoyed the reaction and review.... it indeed is very hypnotic and could've only been pulled off by Jisoo. Her voice texture is very mysterious and leaves you wanting more. ❤ Thank you for supporting Jisoo. ❤

Nailed it

Please I feel insane screaming this in every reaction video but someone needs to see what I see: Uhm Jung Hwa. Her voice the intoxicating feeling the hair the dancers the song. It screams queen Uhm Jung Hwa at her peak to me. It's like Invitation/Poison. I can't be the only one seeing this!

Yes, me too I expected a lot like a big dance song but I think this song suits here. Like it’s something traditional but in a modern story.

P.D. I haven't seen your videos in a long while. Two things I've noticed though. One, you seem vibrant and happy. Two, you look a lot healthier and in better shape, like you've been hitting the gym? Either way I'm happy for you man. Hope all is wonderful in your world.

Thank you for the indepth review PD & girlfriend! You guys totally nailed it! And also I love the new fresh look!

I love this song it is so easy to listen to is melodious and flows perfectly without any cuts or hig change which is very pleasant to ear

and the song is strangely addictive

I've been waiting for this..❤❤

those lyrics are so poetic

the lighting makes your skin looks so smooth. lol

I really think that this song also shows the journey of a flower....at the start, ABC do re mi, she is like a flower that hasnt bloomed yet...but still captures attention of passerbys...than as she bloomed, people wanted to capture it to show their love....the butterflies were enchanted too....but nothing could capture the beauty that this flower (jisoo) has....... Later, in you and me part, lilac also represents innocence so it seems like that someone tried to pluck that flower off, but they couldnt....nevertheless, the flower lost some of its petals that flew away with wind and left its sent whenever they go......and in the last part......its the process of the end of the flower....when its either plucked or ended right on the plant...but soon due to its time, the leaves dried and were fallen off.....but when no one could grasp the beauty of the flower, it left ita scent right behind....

Thank you for your reactions! If you need more time to release your video, specially now that you’re doing all of it by yourself again, then take however long you need, we understand :)

Blaire should chime in more often, she has a very pleasant voice and great insight to offer. Always a good thing to have 2 people reacting so that you can play off each other's perspectives and preferences. A debate defending parts that the other person didn't like is always fun.

My favorite scene is when she gives the "side-eye" to the man in the elevator followed by a look of disgust for him just being there, or perhaps saying something she didn't like. :-)

PD! I haven't watch in a while but i just wanna say you look amazing! :)

I saw a fan-made that matched really well the storyline of the mv so I’m going to write it here, in case anyone is curious. “I have a fairly strong notion that the subtext of the video is rather than it being that of a love story, Jisoo is playing a sex worker, a ‘flower girl.’ In past centuries in China, Japan and Korea, the title ‘sing-song girl’ or ‘flower girl’ was a slang term for courtesan. The yellow building which Jisoo stands outside of, looking in at a set of pearls, was painted that color specifically for this MV shoot. It strongly suggests the 1996 Korean film ‘Yellow House,’ which is about a sex worker who struggles with her identity when she is forced to leave the Yellow House brothel of the title. Jisoo is playing the role of someone who is deeply conflicted by her profession, with all the waiting around in hotel rooms and lobbies, avoiding eye contact with maids and elevator operators, plus all the inevitable heartbreak and loneliness. Jisoo tearing off her choker at the end is a signal of her character taking charge of her independence. She is no one’s pet or possession. It’s not confirmed but it aligns really well the story of the MV and I loved the message behind it all. Blackpink’s music has always been made or generated, to make women feel more confident and badass, so it would make sense that Jisoo’s solo is about a young woman reclaiming her identity. It feels like the cherry piece on top, for Blackpink’s message to Blinks.

i still can't believe the amount of pre orders this song garnered. It's insane.

I feel the same when I saw Loona's go won solo. I think it reminded me the same vibes

I noticed that the end of the bridge of this song is somewhat similar to Enhypen's Drank-Dazed and if Jisoo's concept was really drunk on her scent then it makes complete sense that both are somewhat similar in sound at that part.

... is it just me, or am I just imagining some sort of a snake charmer music every time I listen to this song with my eyes closed. it's addictive though.. especially the weird sounding instrument part

Good to see all these new videos, keep up the great work!

I can't wait to see PD blown away by IVE's "I AM" 😁

When I first saw the lyrics "There was nothing left but the scent of a flower." I thought the story is that she caught her boyfriend cheating on her because she smelled another woman on him. Especially because of the part "Even the times that we were in full bloom. A lie, lie, lie to me." So it's like a goodbye song that she's fine ending things and she's showing she's not even angry just bye.

jisoo was the creative director for this :)

Love ur unbiased review.. when I first heard it , I went huh? Ok .... I made a point to listen a few more times because I really like Jisoo. Her looks are phenomenal , the mv is pretty but I can't exactly put a comment to the song itself ..The choreography is catchy and she looked so amazing....only Jisoo can make this song work ...

Always love PD reaction , love love !!