At first I didn't think much of this when I saw it. However I then remembered that Kylie released a song called 'All The Lovers' last year and I then questioned the point of this tweet. It seemed to me to simply be a means to mention her song rather than using the tweet as an opportunity to express her genuine thoughts and emotions regarding a very somber event.
Perhaps I'm being overly sensitive. But given the scale of tragedy of 9/11, is it really appropriate for an artist to integrate the name of one of their songs-particularly a name that doesn't really articulate the mood or nature of the occasion in any real way- into a social media message? I realise this is not a new song and she was essentially sending out 'love' to all those affected, but it just still seems a little tacky to me. What do others think?
Hi Natalie, I totally agree. This is in bad taste and really tacky. I actually think this would fit into the list of 'don't dos' for Twitter we talked about last week. Did she get many people responding to her tweet? Bet there are others out there that thought exactly the same thing as you did!
ReplyDeleteYep, that's a crappy tweet. Very interesting though to compare it with our discussions in class. I didn't mind at all the twitter ad that was discussed in Ivan's blog, because to me it just doesn't seem like it is using it in the same way as this, or in the same way as MS used to donate money for likes. Rather than calling for action as a result of a tragedy, the twitter ad just shows that there may be benefits, even in time of crisis.
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I agree too, perhaps it's passable if the song has some sort of relevance or significance, but a song about "all the lovers I've had before" doesn't quite cut it!
ReplyDeleteI was surprised that many people retweeted her tweet Amity. And I couldnt see any negative responses from anyone about it (but I am a complete Twitter novice!!). But I completely agree- given our recent conversation in class it definitely seems like something celebs (or anyone!) shouldn't do on their social media accounts
ReplyDeleteI also agree... another example of a brand trying to cash in on other people's misfortune. Shame Kylie, shame.
ReplyDeleteTotally going with consensus here --- even celebrities need to be aware of the sentiment of what they say. Even though we dont like to admit it they are regarded opinion leaders within popular culture and essentially represent their own brand. Where was her PR consultant on this one?
ReplyDelete....I guess you can at least be sure that she tweets herself and its not her PA!! hahaahah