Ano Zako no Poem Mitai na Tweet, Gomi ka!?
SLAVE. V-V-R
The Digital Inferno: A Satirical Take on Social Media Culture
SLAVE. V-V-R's song "Ano Zako no Poem Mitai na Tweet, Gomi ka!?" is a biting satire on the superficiality and pitfalls of modern social media culture. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who uses clichéd romantic poetry in their tweets to gain followers, only to face the harsh consequences of their actions. The song opens with a reference to a legendary encounter, humorously comparing the protagonist to a modern-day Itō Hirobumi, a prominent Japanese statesman, suggesting a grandiose self-image.
The narrative quickly shifts to the protagonist's relentless pursuit of online popularity, crafting love poems from morning till night. The repeated command to delete the account underscores the futility and emptiness of these efforts. The song critiques the formulaic nature of many J-pop lyrics, implying that the protagonist's tweets are just as shallow and manufactured. As the protagonist gains followers and starts sending direct messages, the tone shifts to one of impending doom.
The song's climax is a chaotic scene where the protagonist's inappropriate messages are exposed, leading to public shaming and social media backlash. The imagery of burning notifications and a hellish landscape captures the intensity of online mob justice. The repeated chants and exclamations create a sense of frenzy and inevitability, as the protagonist's pleas for forgiveness are drowned out by the crowd's condemnation. The song ends on a note of finality, with the protagonist's social media presence obliterated by the collective wrath of the online community.
SLAVE. V-V-R uses this song to highlight the dangers of seeking validation through social media and the brutal consequences of online missteps. The exaggerated, almost theatrical presentation serves as a stark reminder of the power and volatility of digital platforms, where a single misstep can lead to a digital inferno of public outrage and condemnation.