(여자)아이들((g)i-dle) - 'nxde' Official Music Video -
The video incorporates high-concept art references to drive its point home:
The song famously samples from Georges Bizet's opera Carmen . Much like the character Carmen—a woman who prioritizes her freedom and refuses to be controlled by men—(G)I-DLE uses this operatic foundation to establish a tone of defiance and sophisticated rebellion. Impact and Reception The video incorporates high-concept art references to drive
The most striking visual element is the group's transformation into blonde bombshells, a direct homage to . By adopting her iconic look, (G)I-DLE references the tragic reality of Monroe’s life: a woman who was globally idolized for her "sexy" persona while her true, intellectual, and vulnerable self remained unseen. The video aims to reclaim that narrative, suggesting that being "nude" isn't about lack of clothes, but about revealing one's authentic, unvarnished self . 2. Art History & Social Commentary By adopting her iconic look, (G)I-DLE references the
: The video features an animated segment that portrays a "wild" and "raw" version of the members, further emphasizing that their true essence cannot be contained by a polished, pop-star image. 4. Musical Composition Art History & Social Commentary : The video
: The setting transitions between a glamorous theater and a museum. This highlights the duality of a performer: they are both "art" to be admired and "entertainment" to be judged. 3. Subverting the "Male Gaze"