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Narratives from music
Mind map: Narratives from music
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Narratives from music
Love and Heartbreak
- such as "Love The Way You Lie" by Eminem ft. Rihanna
- such as "Powerless" by Rudimental ft. Becky Hill
- Emotional and powerful messages
- Sadness or Happiness
- Relatable or recognisable for the audience
- Music videos have clear components to do with love and heartbreak which match the narrative of the lyrics
- Music videos are often in black and white
Celebration / Party
- such as "The Nights" by Avicii
- such as "Good Feeling" by Flo Rida
- Celebration and party narratives often match with fast / upbeat songs
- High energy / upbeat tempo
- Music videos are often in holiday or party destinations to reinforce the happy emotions given by the lyrics and tempo
Death and Loss
- Sadness
- such as "Lullaby" by Professor Green & Tori Kelly
- Slow tempo and low key instruments used
- Music videos are often in black and white
- Frequent long and low key notes in vocals