David Ward 8,389 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 You know what? I'm going to say it. I really dislike the fact that Chromatica I was used as the intro for the Stupid Love music video. Chromatica I symbolizes the beginning of our journey to Chromatica, so it's easy to understand why it was chosen to be attached to the lead single's video. However, I find it so awkwardly placed into the video; It felt rushed in a sense and the action on screen did not match the tone of the track at all. And then we have that immediate and abrupt cut to Stupid Love. The interludes are meant as transition pieces to the following tracks, so using it incorrectly not only defeats the purpose entirely but it is not executed very well at all. Chromatica I is designed to transition into Alice. If 911 is able to retain it's interlude track, then from that, can we extrapolate that Alice will most likely not be single? I find it hard to believe she would make a music video/film for Alice without using it's interlude. Spoiler My honest opinion: Stupid Love should have been a buzz single and been released in anticipation of Valentine's day back in February. Alice should have been the lead single shortly after. To me, the song is the perfect preview in showcasing the new album to audiences and listeners. She sings about her constant need to find her "Wonderland". Throughout the track, she never manages to find that place, but she insists she will keep looking, so in the meantime, she visualizes a world/planet named Chromatica to be her own "Wonderland". I honestly believe the second verse it entirely self-referential to the album itself (giving listeners a preview of the album in whole) "Sick and tired of waking up / Screaming at the top of my lungs" -- Possibly her talking about her mental and physical pain while creating the album? "Think I might have just left myself behind" -- Before developing Chromatica, Gaga revealed that she was in a very dark place and didn't want to be herself. "Maestro play me your symphony, I will listen to anything. Take me on a trip, DJ, free my mind" -- Here she is referring to how music and recording this album has healed her through the pain and trauma she was suffering from at the time. The words "maestro" and "DJ" highlight the dichotomous traits of the album when it comes to its sound (orchestral pieces to electro-pop to industrial synths) To me, it's obvious that Alice is basically the prologue of Chromatica. If it were executed properly and stayed dedicated to Gaga's original vision, this era would be an artistic masterpiece. Unfortunately, it seems as though creativity has taken the back seat while marketing is at the wheel. I don't think this is Gaga's fault (possibly the record label?) and I feel really bad for her. The rest of the era still has a chance to be a masterpiece. Rain On Me was a success and 911 is highly anticipated. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackpoppodcast 1,493 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 i think it was fine Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo 37,977 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 It isn't even used entirely 툭 까보면 어김없이 소리질러와 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybrid AT 78 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 I think it was just used to introduce us to both, the land of Chromatica as a concept and the era itself. "I was protected by the monks of Azarath, I was raised by my friends. They are my family, this is my home and you are not welcome here." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShayCristoforo 10,494 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 I was totally expecting a longer prologue based on the promo clips lol. The transition is kinda short lived and abrupt, so I get you. I still love the video though. Get the pinot ready, because it's turtle time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Name Isnt Alice 3,737 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 Will she have copyright problems with alice if she made a video revolving around its theme? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 94,179 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 It's not that deep If you see me posting like crazy, I'm either bored or procrastinating. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ward 8,389 Posted September 18, 2020 Author Share Posted September 18, 2020 1 minute ago, Enzo said: It isn't even used entirely That further proves my point that it felt rushed and a little botched. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chromatica Island 8,517 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 It fits the video and the song, is this fanbase ever happy or am I the only one who is, I feel lonely over here lmao Any/All Pronouns, Genderfluid🏳⚧ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ward 8,389 Posted September 18, 2020 Author Share Posted September 18, 2020 2 minutes ago, Monsterabriel said: It fits the video and the song, is this fanbase ever happy or am I the only one who is, I feel lonely over here lmao Huh? I love Chromatica I and Stupid Love with all my heart. Just because I'm complaining about a small detail doesn't mean I'm being cynical. I'm only attempting to generate a discussion and analyze some creative aspects of Gaga's work. That's what people do on forums. People are allowed to have opinions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
warhol killer 8,542 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 I think I agree with the op this time. The use of the interlude on the video seemed rush, it would have been cooler if they just added some synths from Stupid Love in the beginning of the video. AND Alice transitions way better, unlike the sudden fade in and abrupt cut to the song which did not do it for me. Nevertheless, I still love the campiness and the bright and vivid colors of the video, and I think it did introduce us to the world of Chromatica very well. (I'm pretty sure all of the story of the tribes, will continue in the tour, like with what she did with the music video storylines for Born This Way and The Born This Way Ball Tour, and maybe that's why we haven't seen much of the story yet). warhol killer ✴ GAGA¹⁵ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ward 8,389 Posted September 18, 2020 Author Share Posted September 18, 2020 8 minutes ago, Warhol Killer said: Nevertheless, I still love the campiness and the bright and vivid colors of the video, and I think it did introduce us to the world of Chromatica very well. (I'm pretty sure all of the story of the tribes, will continue in the tour, like with what she did with the music video storylines for Born This Way and The Born This Way Ball Tour, and maybe that's why we haven't seen much of the story yet). To me, Chromatica I sounds like a symphony you hear when you open and enter the pearly gates of Heaven. So I imagined the interlude to be paired with a little bit more 'epic' visuals if you know what I mean. I was picturing a beautiful purple and pink planet in outer space that we emerge into and land on to reveal the planet of Chromatica. But that's just my crazy imagination. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franch Toast 25,900 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 I don't know if I think Alice should have been the lead single, but the OCD part of me finds it odd that Chromatica I transitions into Stupid Love in the video but into Alice on the album. It's inconsistent, and the first time I listened to the album, I found the transition jarring as I was expecting Stupid Love to come after the prelude. She/Her/Hers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jakkusan 791 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 34 minutes ago, David Ward said: You know what? I'm going to say it. I really dislike the fact that Chromatica I was used as the intro for the Stupid Love music video. Chromatica I symbolizes the beginning of our journey to Chromatica, so it's easy to understand why it was chosen to be attached to the lead single's video. However, I find it so awkwardly placed into the video; It felt rushed in a sense and the action on screen did not match the tone of the track at all. And then we have that immediate and abrupt cut to Stupid Love. The interludes are meant as transition pieces to the following tracks, so using it incorrectly not only defeats the purpose entirely but it is not executed very well at all. Chromatica I is designed to transition into Alice. If 911 is able to retain it's interlude track, then from that, can we extrapolate that Alice will most likely not be single? I find it hard to believe she would make a music video/film for Alice without using it's interlude. Reveal hidden contents My honest opinion: Stupid Love should have been a buzz single and been released in anticipation of Valentine's day back in February. Alice should have been the lead single shortly after. To me, the song is the perfect preview in showcasing the new album to audiences and listeners. She sings about her constant need to find her "Wonderland". Throughout the track, she never manages to find that place, but she insists she will keep looking, so in the meantime, she visualizes a world/planet named Chromatica to be her own "Wonderland". I honestly believe the second verse it entirely self-referential to the album itself (giving listeners a preview of the album in whole) "Sick and tired of waking up / Screaming at the top of my lungs" -- Possibly her talking about her mental and physical pain while creating the album? "Think I might have just left myself behind" -- Before developing Chromatica, Gaga revealed that she was in a very dark place and didn't want to be herself. "Maestro play me your symphony, I will listen to anything. Take me on a trip, DJ, free my mind" -- Here she is referring to how music and recording this album has healed her through the pain and trauma she was suffering from at the time. The words "maestro" and "DJ" highlight the dichotomous traits of the album when it comes to its sound (orchestral pieces to electro-pop to industrial synths) To me, it's obvious that Alice is basically the prologue of Chromatica. If it were executed properly and stayed dedicated to Gaga's original vision, this era would be an artistic masterpiece. Unfortunately, it seems as though creativity has taken the back seat while marketing is at the wheel. I don't think this is Gaga's fault (possibly the record label?) and I feel really bad for her. The rest of the era still has a chance to be a masterpiece. Rain On Me was a success and 911 is highly anticipated. How bout you be an artist then and make your own decisions? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssslyboy 3,273 Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 I don't like that either. Cause now it's gonna be used in two videos ... once Alice is released. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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