(여자)아이들((g)i-dle) - 'nxde' Official Music Video -
: Leader Soyeon, who produced the track, includes lines like "How do I look?" and "Why you think about 'Nxde'?" to confront the listener's own biases and expectations.
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 : Leader Soyeon, who produced the track, includes
The official music video for is a bold, conceptual masterpiece that challenges societal perceptions of celebrity, nudity, and the "male gaze." Released in October 2022 as the title track of their fifth mini-album I love , the video serves as a scathing critique of how women in the spotlight are often stripped of their true selves and reduced to sexualized objects. 1. The Inspiration: Marilyn Monroe The video aims to reclaim that narrative, suggesting
: In one scene, a painting of the group is shredded, mirroring Banksy’s famous 2018 stunt. This represents the destruction of the "marketable" image and the refusal to be a commodity for public consumption. "Nxde" was a massive commercial success
"Nxde" was a massive commercial success, achieving a on South Korean music charts. It solidified (G)I-DLE's reputation as "self-producing idols" who aren't afraid to tackle complex feminist themes and social issues through their art.
The video incorporates high-concept art references to drive its point home:
