In our current culture music videos have become a form of art that compliments music. When songs are written or sung by women they are less sexist or stereotypical. However, the media is still very much male dominated hence, women will continue to be stereotyped. That is why one sees women in the rigid sex-roles such as house0wife, lovers, evil temptress, etc. Even though this is true for the industry women have it a little easier than men in openness with lyrics. Women are able to criticize the opposite sex easier than men and have more freedom with their image (Gamble and Gamble, 2003, p 369). In this music video for “So What!” by the P!nk she talks about her break up with her husband and that she is better off without him. It is the break up song that says “so what I don’t need you to be awesome.” A great example of women finding independence from men but, still having fun with their image. Pink is known for her great comedy in music. She is a rock start just like every woman that she represents. ”So so what?/ I’m still a rock star /I got my rock moves /And i don’t need you/And guess what /I’m having more fun /And now that we’re done (we’re done)
I’m gonna show you tonight /I’m alright(I’m alright),I’m just fine (I’m just fine) /And you’re a tool /So so what? /I am a rock star /I got my rock moves/And i don’t want you tonight .”
Gamble, T., & Gamble, M. (2003). The Gender Communication Connection.Boston : Houghton Mifflin Company.
