The music video for Blurred lines pushed the boundaries for what could be said in a song and performed on screen. It received disapproval and angered some people who branded it to be a sexist and promote worrying attitudes towards sexual consent.
Although Thicke appears playful, alongside singer Pharrall Williams, the models strut past whilst the phrase "Blurred Lines"appears followed by "Thicke" with the latter appearing numerous times in the video. This would suggest he is comfortable with the lyrics and perhaps didn't mean for line such as " I know you want it" as dismissing consent. Whilst the women all wear forms of white clothing with gold jewellery, both Thicke and Pharrall wear predominantly black which immediately separates them. Perhaps this is to place more attention of the females who often look directly at the camera; this could be their way of showing they have power as the females display this assertive behaviour throughout. It depends on how the body language is interpreted and if the lyrics are interpreted to have an underlying tone about sexual consent.
A close up of a bottle of Remy Martin vodka shows expensive, high end taste which shows this video is intended for a more mature audience such as those in the early years of adulthood.
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