A Timbaland feat. Katy Perry collab single makes complete sense. He - uber-producer still trying to get out of the studio. She - big-voiced, quirky pop singer du jour. Plus, neither of them can stop themselves from pulling “I’m dead kooky, me!” faces.
The song… well, it gets the job done.
The video, though… there’s an elaborate plot involving some jewellery/art thieves which I couldn’t quite fathom. A highlight comes when Johnny Beefcake follows an attractive older lady inside during a family party, while Katy sings “I’m flirting with my eyes / wanna leave with you tonight.” But, oh nos, he’s just after her necklace.
1) I love music videos with stories... (I never met a music video I didn’t like… except this one! :P)
2) The story got weird at some point.
3) Growing up, I thought being a super thief would be the coolest job.
4) Timbaland’s facial expressions always make me laugh and Katy Perry is just gorgeous!
Here’s Timbaland’s opening facial gambit. Since Shock Value in 2007, I feel he’s been a man insecure in his performing chops, trying to cover that up with comedic gurning. Is it working?
Katy keeps it demure for her first few scenes. But she’s wearing a lot of make-up, so I’m not surprised her face barely moves. After that, it’s a facial extravaganza. Timbaland: “I can make you a star, baby…” “I’m flirting with my eyes / wanna leave with you tonight…” And, of course, some mandatory kooky dancing. Break!
5 star for a video that very well impress me!
