I was so pleasantly surprised by this coming together. Both Evanescence and the John Wick’s franchise have especially stood out to me in terms of being empowering. So, of course, I was immediately drawn back in. Thrilled to see what else it brings.
I’ll never get tired of this type of ambiance and the vibes that come with it. The grungy, graffiti-covered, dimly and neon-lit night streets, with reflective ponds during or after the rain. That ‘underground’ state that is hardcore and badass, where black clothing and combat boots are not missing. I absolutely love it.
The concept of fighting like a girl is interesting to me. It could be quickly dismissed as an appeal to the female audience, but I’d argue that there is more to it. As a millennial who has experienced and witnessed much of what the fight for women’s liberation has been like, I can attest that it comes with countless traps and obstacles to move through and beyond - specific to the gender. So when I hear “fight like a girl”, not only do I hear a typical/former insult being subverted, but also a statement on the persistence and tenacity that it takes to go against all the odds that are stacked against you. It is interesting also because of how it is simultaneously gendered (“like a girl”) and genderless (spoken to any gender).
Furthermore, as someone who has had to deal, over and over, with the pleas of some of the worst scum that you can encounter, I appreciate what the lyrics of the song revolve around. Maybe it wasn’t your reality, but some of us (mostly females) have had the “Just forgive them!” and “Don’t be so cruel!” forced on us at our expense, as if we’re supposed to forever mommy everyone, with the utmost tenderness, even when it is not really our job (never mind fair compensation) and the person in question is refusing to mature and long due for it. “Tonight, you’re the victim of your own crime.” This line, for example, hits hard and speaks volumes if you ponder it further.
Personally, I am profoundly delighted by how Evanescence, with Amy Lee, continues to be active in the scene. Their work is timeless and undeniable. Sneaking in and breaking the mold from the beginning. And still nowadays.
