Creating
a persuasive tone in “Classic,” MKTO uses a first person point of view, nostalgic
symbolism, and affectionate similes to influence a girl into having the same
feelings as them.
Throughout
“Classic,” MKTO uses a first person point of view to express their feelings. In
the song it says, “Who can blame me / When I just wanna make you smile?” They are
saying that it would make them happy to make this girl smile. Thinking that
this girl might be too good for them, MKTO explains that, “You’re over my head
/ I’m out of my league.” They are saying that since this girl is viewed so
highly, they are not good enough for her. This girl is viewed as timeless,
making MKTO “[Think they were] born in the wrong time.” She is said to be
classic and the newer generation is “plastic.” Using a first person point of
view, they are persuading her by stating their feelings and opinions.
MKTO
uses nostalgic symbolism to show how she is valued. In the song, the girl is
compared to different decades, “A star in the 40’s / centerfold in the 50’s.”
The band chose these decades to symbolize her personality. She is also compared
to “Hepburn, Beyoncé, Marilyn.” These are all well known “classic” women. Being
compared to these women also symbolize that “Girl you’re timeless, just so
classic.” This girl is compared to modern day stars, and stars from the 50’s to
symbolize being timeless and classic. Symbolizing timelessness, MKTO states
that she seems too classic to be from modern times.
Admiring
similes are used to compare this girl to finer things in life. She is first
compared to a diamond, “girl you’re shining / Like a 5th avenue
diamond.” By comparing her to a diamond, they are saying she is beautiful, and
she “shines.” Later in the song, this
girl is again compared to something great, “Old school chic / Like a movie star
/ From a silver screen.” Now, the girl is being compared to fame. MKTO also
compares her to more fame, “I wanna thrill you like Michael / I wanna kiss you
like Prince.” MKTO chooses songs by famous musicians to define their
relationship goals. Comparing her to fame proves that she is a star or diamond.
Displaying
a persuasive tone, MKTO’s “Classic” uses a first person point of view, nostalgic
symbolism, and glorifying similes to influence a girls feelings.
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