Old Town Road - representation Flashcards
How does Billy Ray Cyrus conform to masculinity?
Presented as tough and independent. He carries a gun. Can be linked wit the line ‘ you’re with me this time’ to show his confidence.
How does OTR conform to stereotypical masculinity?
Men are seen as the protector and reliance as seen with the girl calling for her ‘daddy’ when trouble arrives.
How does OTR display the change in roles in society?
A small boy calls for his ‘Mama’ when Lilnas x appears in comparison to early in the video when the girl calls for he father.
What is the Yee-Haw agenda?
A style created seen as the black cowboy style linking different pieces that weren’t similar and being them together to create an outfit.
How does OTR represent black Americans?
Black American are seen doing everyday tasks - they live behind the white picket fence which is a trope of the American dream.
