good 4 u sees Rodrigo play the role of a cheerleader who gets her revenge by dramatically setting fire to her ex’s house. Fans have noticed the similarity between Rodrigo’s cheerleader outfit and Mandy Moore’s in The Princess Diaries, giving the music video a nostalgic 2000’s feel.
Rodrigo’s breakthrough single
drivers license was released just earlier this year, since then she has proven her capabilities through her following two singles, confirming that her debut was not just a lucky coincidence. With her debut album ‘SOUR’ still to come this year, Rodrigo has built up a strong fanbase that’s eagerly anticipating her first studio album.
Despite being written long before the days of COVID lockdown, the themes of isolation, loneliness and escapist dreams will be relatable to so many people right now. However, these dark lyrical themes contrast entirely to the sound of the track. It is a lively and experimental pop song, much like the rest of Kero Kero Bonito’s discography. The influences of the hyperpop genre can be heard in the sound effects throughout, such as the ribbiting frogs and robotic glitches woven into the instrumental.
The track therefore couldn’t have been released at a more perfect time. “It’s a song for anyone who has ever felt trapped, lost and alone,” whilst also being a catchy, upbeat and uplifting listen.