Rude is a song by the Canadian reggae fusion band, Magic! It was released in October 2013 as the lead single from their debut studio album, "Don't Kill the Magic." The song was a massive hit, reaching the top of the charts in several countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. The song "Rude" tells the story of a man who is seeking the approval of his girlfriend's father to marry her. However, the father disapproves of the man and rejects his request. The lyrics convey the frustration and disappointment felt by the protagonist as he is treated rudely and disrespectfully. The song's catchy melody and upbeat rhythm, combined with the relatable lyrics, struck a chord with audiences worldwide.
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The song's catchy melody and upbeat rhythm, combined with the relatable lyrics, struck a chord with audiences worldwide. It became an anthem for anyone who has faced rejection or disapproval from someone they care about. The band's unique blend of reggae, pop, and rock elements added to the song's appeal and made it stand out in the music industry.
Rude by Magic! – The worst goddamn song ever written has been stuck in my head for 5 days and counting.
I don’t believe I have ever posted to this sub, so my apologies in advance for any posting violations. I read through the basics and hope this fits. That all being said, fuck this song for its enduring hooks in my head. I don’t otherwise even acknowledge music I don’t care for – it just passes in the night and I could not care less. To each their own – if you like it, more power to you. To be clear, I love some pop songs that come up. This isn’t some rally against “music today! Bah, give me some Tennessee Ernie Ford!” Popular music can be very entertaining, catchy, well produced and legitimately excellent music. If a song doesn’t suit my taste, you will not find me on message boards harping on the latest Justin Beiber this and that or how Miley Cyrus is something or another. Don’t care, not my taste, leave it for someone else, I have better things to do. BUT, this goddamn song is like a cancer in my cerebellum, inducing seizures of rage on what should otherwise be a passing minor annoyance. I can’t get away from this song; it is EVERYWHERE. To top that, it is objectively a fuckscapade of horrible musical content. This song has somehow impregnated my brain with a loop cycle of shit chorus, horrible cinematics and a rage boner that won’t quit no matter how many times I tug on it. This is my final attempt to put this to bed forever.
First, the protagonist. Is there anything more loathsome than this floppy, narcissistic hyper beta male shit stain? The kind of guy who dates a girl who finishes law school, while he “finds himself” via garage band musings, and shows up to the celebratory dinner, funded by the parents, 25 minutes late in an American Apparel v-neck and smell-checked jeans because he played Madden too long with his buddies and lost track of time. Look, I am not a particular fan of the insane decorum sometimes demanded by simply attending a dinner, but not every place is your mom’s basement and the least you could do is throw on a shirt that doesn’t expose your still-developing chestscape. For guys that can truly pull off the effeminate, scruffy, in-touch-with-my-aura male role (e.g. Jaret Leto, Russel Brand, etc.), you are a hero among men. If you are a scarcely post-pubescent whiner, you are a plague to human development.
That, paired with his David Duchovny pout (don’t get me wrong, Mulder is the man), makes this bucket of ass sweat seem like the kind of guy who shows up at your house, smokes all your weed and then heads over to some other friend’s house to do the same when you JUST threw on a movie. Look, if you aren’t going to hang and watch the movie, just fucking don’t show up at all. This is a team effort and you just pulled a fake hammy to avoid staying for conditioning after batting practice.
Next, the theme itself. We’ve seen this shit a million times – a pretty girl falls for a “guy without a traditional mindset on how to function in society” (the relationship depicted by Ann and Andy from Parks and Rec come to mind) with no fucking future and the girl lets herself be treated like dog shit for some unknown reason despite having tremendous potential. And, despite his stated undying affection for her, the video is pointless compilation of him whiteboyreggaedancing around in front of camera, pouting like a petulant child who didn’t get the exact kind of bike he wanted when he was 7 and rolling around with his boys. If he was really making a case for this, shouldn’t it be a montage of all of the ways he treats her so well and really is the very best thing for her? “Hey Girl’s Father, I know I don’t fit your model for the perfect husband, but I really care for your daughter and here are all the ways I treat her amazingly” is probably a poor title for a song, I guess. The girl is in the video for all of 25 seconds and is just a background object that he is hoping to acquire from what appears to be his personalized version of “The Man.”
Look, if you have such a poor relationship with your bride-to-be’s parents, there are one of two things at play here. 1) They are fucking psychos who from which you will be rescuing the daughter. Sure, they look a bit uptight, but certainly not scumbags holding her back. Or, 2) you haven’t tried to establish a relationship with them.
The whole idea of a family is that there are LOTS of stakeholders and effort has to be made to maintain relationships. You can’t just “like fucking their daughter” and have that be the sole and sufficient criteria to expect acquiescence to every whim you have. You have to work at relationships. If you aren’t CERTAIN to get their blessing (or don’t care to begin with), you are doing it wrong by several orders of magnitude.
And, finally, the terrifyingly stupid lyrics:
- “Rude” – Are you sure you know what this word means? It resonates in the same way when a 4-year-old learns a word for the FIRST time and mistakenly says, “daddy, why can’t I have cookies for breakfast? That is so RUDE!” It’s adorable when a child makes the mistake; it is tragic when an adult cannot thumb through a dictionary. Just because something doesn’t go your way does not imply that they are being rude. Every single synonym I can find (impolite, discourteous, bad-mannered, insolent, uncouth, and so on) would be a poor fit for this context. This is not an acceptable use of this word. No wonder the father fucking hates you.
- “You’re human too” – yea, so is Jeffrey Dahmer. Why should you being of the mammal species “human” mean two dried up shits to this father? That, as your only criteria, puts you in the same bucket as every psychopath and murderer that ever lived. The look on his face when he utters this bullshit is priceless. The face of a guy whose nickname is probably “Gumby” but not because he is really flexible or hangs out with undersized, talking, Claymation ponies, but because he is a doormat who bends like a paperclip under the slightest of adverse conditions. The same guy who calls his boss “bro” and gets confused and upset when he won’t reschedule his shift so he can make band practice.
- “Marry her anyway” – against, just a petulant little puke who wants approval from everyone but doesn’t understand that relationships require some effort and you can’t just walk up to the front door and start moaning as if to imply you have something that resembles a vertebral column. Either state, “I am going to marry your daughter and wanted you to be the first to know” or “I will accept your position and work to earn your respect.” Don’t be a fucking mushy sack of shit coward. Either man-up and demand respect or take the time to earn it (or, not care to begin with). Writing a shitty song about how "not everybody likes you when you are clearly an affable young man as indicated by relentless use of a beanie on all occasions" reinforces all of my objections beautifully.
Someone out there has got to be on the same wavelength here. If you love this song, you can fuck right off – I had to get this off my chest somehow.
EDIT: I believe the proper decorum is to thank those involved in this gilding. I am humbled by your generosity. have a wonderful day!
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"Rude" not only became a commercial success but also received critical acclaim. It earned several award nominations, including the Juno Award for Single of the Year and the Billboard Music Award for Top Radio Song. The song's success propelled Magic! to international fame and established them as a prominent act in the music industry. In addition to its catchy melody and relatable storyline, "Rude" also delivers a positive message. It encourages listeners to persevere in the face of rejection and remain true to themselves. The song's popularity continues to endure, with over 1.8 billion streams on Spotify and over 1.3 billion views on YouTube as of September 2021. Overall, "Rude" by Magic! is a timeless hit that resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds. Its catchy melody, relatable lyrics, and positive message have made it a favorite among music lovers around the world. The success of "Rude" has solidified Magic!'s place in the music industry and left a lasting impact on popular culture..
Reviews for "The Role of Social Media in Amplifying Rude Behavior"
1. Emma - 2 stars
I was really disappointed with "Rude" by nsgic. The beat was catchy and had potential, but the lyrics were extremely repetitive and lacked depth. It felt like the artist was just trying to make a quick hit without putting much thought into the songwriting. The overall sound was also quite generic, and there was nothing that set it apart from other similar songs in the genre. Overall, "Rude" was forgettable and failed to leave a lasting impression on me.
2. Jason - 1 star
I cannot express how much I disliked "Rude" by nsgic. The song had an annoying and grating melody that just wouldn't leave my head, and not in a good way. The lyrics were shallow and repetitive, and I found myself cringing at lines that were meant to be catchy. The production was lackluster, and the vocals felt overproduced and auto-tuned to the point of being unrecognizable. Overall, "Rude" was a complete miss for me, and I have no desire to listen to it again.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
"Rude" by nsgic fell flat for me. The song lacked originality and felt like a recycled version of what we have already heard in the music industry. The beats were mediocre, and the lyrics were uninspired. I was expecting more from this artist, but I was left disappointed. There are certainly better songs out there that deserve more attention than "Rude". I don't think this track will have much staying power in the industry.