A common presumption in society and the media is that men respond more strongly to visual sexual stimuli than do women. -National Library of Medicine (more here)
It might surprise you that this post was prompted by watching a country music video. The song is called “Nothin’ To Wear” by Chris Lane and it’s about a man telling a woman she’s really attractive when she can’t find anything to wear. The play on words is the only redeeming quality of this song but still, the idea that a country song can revolve around a woman taking her clothes off is such an uncreative, immature, and boring take. OK, men like naked women. And? The song attempts to be playfully romantic but as a coworker used to say about predictable ideas, it’s low-hanging fruit.
The music video is perplexing, too. I found myself staring mostly at the wall behind Chris because of the poor lighting on the subject– you know, the singer! His entire performance is in a shadow and I don’t think it was on purpose. Would it kill anyone to put a light up for him, sheesh!
The song (and the video, too) is a fail all around. Plus, who’s the target audience for this song? Just like Samsonite making luggage for all traveling customers (Meet the Parents, anyone??), I think this video might appeal to men because it feeds the male’s sex drive. But is there any woman who thinks this is fun to listen to? It’s a song that appeals to our lower selves, nothing that elevates our thoughts, aspires us (as men, at least) to be anything better than sex-driven animals.
Gosh, country music frustrates me sometimes! I’m thankful there are more thoughtful, creative songs out there. Artists that care about musicianship, lyrics, and upholding some sort of country music legacy. The name at the top of my mind in that regard is Benjamin Tod, who is a throwback to the best of country music.
-Out of the Wilderness
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