Music Video Review: SHINee - Everybody

So, the first video to be reviewed here is Everybody by SHINee! If you haven't watched the video already or if you want to watch it again, here it is:

SHINee have really worked hard this year! First with Dream Girl, then Why So Serious, Breaking News, Boys Meet U and now they're back with Everybody. Each and every comeback they have made comes with a new style, but still has the SHINee trademark. Even though this song has dupstep which isn't something SHINee is known for and some people may have preferred it without, it still has the great dance, the memorable chorus and the distinctive voices which I'm sure many people can't help but love. After all, SHINee is a contemporary group, meaning that their styles do change and they never have stuck to only one genre of music.

This song is basically about being immature (in a good way). It's about unleashing the inner child; having fun and taking off the "adult mask" as what seems to be shown at the start of the video where there is a boy wearing a white mask. If I'm right, it's probably implying that we are all like this. Made to act mature and grown up, when we are actually all children at heart no matter what age we are. Well, that's my take on the song. Others may think differently, but taking the music video and lyrics into consideration that is what I thought of.

The outfits that SHINee wear in this video don't have a lot of colour in it but they certainly don't look dull at all. Everything they wear helps them to stand out against the backdrops they are in. The clothes and backgrounds both add to the fun and playful vibe that the song gives.

The dance for this song also adds to the enjoyment of the video as it gives the feel-good attitude of wanting to get up and dance. I could see myself try to learn this dance in the near future.

Another thing I like about the dance is the interactions between the members. They aren't always lined up while all dancing the exact same moves, which makes it more interesting to watch. There are many occasions I could list in which this happens during the video, but I'm hoping that by watching it you will know what I mean. Just one example is when Minho goes to each member one by one, as if he is winding them up like a toy, and then they 'come to life' so to speak.

Overall, the music video's mission to have fun was accomplished! I can't think of anything wrong with this song. The English lyrics were fine, and as 'everybody' was the main word said in the chorus, it helps the song to be memorable as well as the catchy tune that goes along with it. The colours of the costumes and backdrops were simple, but bold and the dance was great and included teamwork which shown SHINee as a whole group instead of just five individuals dancing while standing near each other. Even though some people may say that it's not like the SHINee they are used to, it's a taste of one of the many styles that SHINee is open to, whether you like dubstep or not. Once again, they are a contemporary group who are not limited to one genre.

Feel free to let me know what you think! Do you agree or disagree? What did you like best about the video? What could be improved? You could also leave a rating out of ten on how good you think the video is. Whatever it is, I'll be happy to read and discuss it. Thanks for taking the time to read my review and I hope you enjoyed it. :)