Uicideboy is a hip-hop duo from New Orleans consisting of Ruby Da Cherry and Scrim. The group is known for their dark, haunting, and sometimes controversial lyrics. One of their popular songs is called "Witchcraft of the Gray." The song delves into themes of depression, addiction, and the struggle to find meaning in life. It draws on the idea of witchcraft as a metaphor for the destructive forces that can consume a person's mind and soul. The "gray" in the song's title represents the emotional and psychological state that the artists are experiencing.
It starts with a “For years, our phones have captured our memories” tagline with various family moments that have background imperfections shown. Google then shows how fixing them is as simple as circling what you want to remove as “We Run This” by Missy Elliot plays. The last 30 seconds of the ad is devoted to Photo Unblur and enhancing images. The ending tagline is Google Pixel 7. The only phone engineered by Google.”
Published May 11, 2023 Advertiser Google Pixel Advertiser Profiles Facebook, Twitter, YouTube Products Google Pixel 7a, Google Pixel Buds A-Series Promotions Buy a Pixel 7a and get free Pixel Buds A-series earbuds and phone case expires 05 21 2023 Songs - Add None have been identified for this spot. Published May 11, 2023 Advertiser Google Pixel Advertiser Profiles Facebook, Twitter, YouTube Products Google Pixel 7a, Google Pixel Buds A-Series Promotions Buy a Pixel 7a and get free Pixel Buds A-series earbuds and phone case expires 05 21 2023 Songs - Add None have been identified for this spot.
The "gray" in the song's title represents the emotional and psychological state that the artists are experiencing. Throughout the song, Uicideboy expresses their inner demons and struggles. They paint a picture of a bleak and desolate existence, where drugs and vices offer temporary relief.
The Stupid Google Pixel Magic Eraser Commercial
I'm not sure when this happened but, New Year's Eve is now the most important sports day on the calendar. Back-to-back College Football Playoff games, including TCU vs Michigan in the Fiesta Bowl in Glendale (a couple of guys wearing Hypnotoad shirts walked into the coffee shop when I was writing this); Alabama, who is probably the best team in the country, destroyed #9 Kansas State earlier in the day; ASU vs Arizona college basketball in Tempe; and what feels like a thousand hockey and basketball games.
The dumbest commercial on TV will show dozens of times throughout these games: the Google Pixel commercial. Google’s pitch to convince you to buy a new phone is a feature that allows you to scrub out unwanted things from the background of pictures. In one commercial, Giannis Antetokounmpo takes a selfie and scrubs out a guy eating a hot dog in the background. In another commercial, a guy takes a picture of his wife on a famous hike and scrubs out all the tourists in the background.
I’ve been able to scrub out things in the background of my pictures since 2005 when I first used Photoshop. You can go to the App Store and download a free app that can “magic erase” anything you want. Google is spending millions of dollars promoting a feature that isn’t unique.
The Google Pixel Pro is $899.
The crazy thing is, I’m sure that it’s working. Google isn’t dumb. They know their audience and it’s probably resonating with them. There would be no other reason to show this stupid feature in all of their commercials.
But, this has less to do with Google than it does with human behavior. We want the new thing because we want to stunt over our neighbors. Even if it's paying $1,000 just to say, hey look, I can remove that thing from my picture.
This has confounded many of us, including Henry Ford. Mr. Ford built durable and long-lasting cars. The problem is that you can’t sell more cars if people still drive the old ones. General Motors decided to come out with a new car every year that was slightly different than the previous model - the antithesis of Ford. Eventually, GM took Ford’s market share and Ford, reluctantly, had to start doing the same new-model-every-year thing.
Do we need a new iPhone every year? The iPhone is damn-near a perfect product; there isn’t much room for improvement. But Apple knows people will buy the new thing, so they’ll come up with one new feature or make it slightly faster and people will buy them.
There are many environmentalists that want to change consumerism. I think that's stupid. We shouldn't be butting our heads against human behavior. Instead, we should take advantage of this human quirk and design sustainable products around that. Want a new phone every year? Rent this one and exchange it next year. Apple updates iOS every year and after I update my phone, it feels like I have a new one.
Sex will always sell and people will always want to keep up with Joneses. Let’s use this to our advantage instead of slamming our collective heads repeatedly against the, “we can convince people to consume less,” wall.
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The lyrics speak to a feeling of being lost and disconnected from reality. The main idea behind "Witchcraft of the Gray" is the exploration of the dark side of human nature. It touches on the destructive tendencies that can overtake individuals and lead them down a path of self-destruction. The song serves as a cathartic release for the artists, as they dive into their own personal battles with mental health and addiction. Uicideboy's music often resonates with listeners who have experienced similar struggles, as it offers a sense of understanding and validation. The lyrics, though dark and unsettling, provide a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the minds of two artists who are grappling with their own demons. "Witchcraft of the Gray" is an example of Uicideboy's unique style and their ability to create music that is both haunting and captivating. It serves as a reminder that art can be an outlet for expressing pain and suffering, and that sometimes, confronting the darkness within ourselves is the first step towards healing and finding meaning in life..
Reviews for "The Enigmatic Brothers: Uicideboy's Journey into the Gray Witchcraft Universe"
1. Mike - ★☆☆☆☆
I was really disappointed with "Uicideboy witchcraft of the gray". I've been a fan of Uicideboy for a while now, but this album just didn't do it for me. The whole album felt like a chaotic mess with no clear direction. The production quality was also lacking, making it hard to enjoy the songs. Overall, it felt like an experiment gone wrong rather than a cohesive body of work. I hope Uicideboy can bounce back with their next project.
2. Sarah - ★★☆☆☆
As a long-time listener of Uicideboy, I was excited for "Witchcraft of the Gray". However, I found myself underwhelmed by the album. While the duo's unique style and dark lyrics were present, the production felt repetitive and lacked innovation. The tracks started to blend together, making it hard to distinguish one from another. I appreciate Uicideboy sticking to their sound, but I was hoping for something more refreshing and evolved. It just didn't live up to my expectations.
3. John - ★★☆☆☆
"Witchcraft of the Gray" by Uicideboy was a letdown for me. The album lacked the depth and complexity that I have come to expect from the duo. The lyrics felt dull and repetitive, and the beats were unoriginal and uninspiring. It felt like a rushed project that didn't receive the attention it deserved. I was hoping for Uicideboy to push the boundaries of their style and deliver something groundbreaking, but this album fell short of that. It's not a terrible album, but it's definitely not their best work.