“7 Rings” by Ariana Grande: A Retrospective Look
It’s been over two years since Ariana Grande blessed us with her iconic hit, “7 Rings.” The song, which was released on January 18th, 2019, quickly became a cultural phenomenon and earned critical acclaim for its empowering message and catchy beat.
At its core, “7 Rings” is an ode to female empowerment and the joys of living your best life. In the song, Grande sings about indulging in luxury items such as diamonds and champagne as a way to cope with heartbreak. However, the real message behind the lyrics is about finding happiness within yourself and not relying on others for validation.
The music video for “7 Rings” perfectly captures this message by showing Grande and her friends living their most lavish lives while also supporting each other through thick and thin. The visuals are stunningly beautiful yet relatable at the same time – who hasn’t dreamed of having a slumber party surrounded by designer bags?
One of the reasons why “7 Rings” resonated so deeply with fans is because it showcased a different side of Ariana Grande. While she had always been known for her powerhouse vocals and emotional ballads, “7 Rings” allowed her to flex her rap skills while also showcasing her fun-loving personality.
The song was an instant hit upon release and debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It remained in the top ten for weeks afterwards, becoming one of Grande’s biggest hits to date.
But along with success comes controversy – many critics accused Grande of appropriating black culture due to some of the lyrics in “7 rings”. Some pointed out that there were similarities between “My Favorite Things” from Sound Of Music (1965) which features similar melody used in chorus part without giving any credit or acknowledgement until later when she gave partial writing credits after being called out several times. Regardless though; Ariana Grande made a public apology and tried to make amends for her mistakes.
Despite the backlash, “7 Rings” continued to be a fan-favorite and earned numerous accolades including a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Solo Performance. It also inspired countless memes, TikTok videos, and even a parody from Saturday Night Live.
Looking back on “7 Rings” two years later, it’s clear that the song has left an indelible mark on pop culture. Not only did it become one of Ariana Grande’s signature hits, but it also served as an anthem for women everywhere who were looking to take control of their lives and enjoy themselves in the process.
Furthermore, “7 rings” opened up more avenues in music industry where other artists started incorporating hip-hop elements into their works. As such; this helped shape the current pop music scene we have today with all its different genres mixed together creating something unique and fresh.
As we continue to listen to “7 Rings,” let us not forget its message of self-love and female empowerment. Let us remember that no matter what life throws at us, we can always find joy within ourselves – whether that means splurging on diamonds or simply spending time with loved ones.