Everyone knows the story of Cinderella. That is probably the reason why it is used so often in literary works and other entertainment purposes throughout the years. The new music video by Rascal Flatts uses the story of Cinderella in a different way than it is usually portrayed.
There are still certain symbols that make it seem like the story of Cinderella. There is a formal ball, a clock that strikes midnight, and the, ever present, glass slipper. What is different, though, is that the characters have met before.
The song is about a couple that has recently broken up, and when they see each other they pretend that the breakup is "easy" for them. Upon hearing the song I thought "this is just another breakup song: nothing special." But, after seeing the music video I really began to love this song. By comparing this relationship to the relationship of Prince Charming and Cinderella there is a new-found appreciation. The lyrics in the song are pretty miserable, but the parallels leave the viewer with hope of a reconnection. The video ends with the guy finding the glass slipper, so the viewer infers that the main characters have the chance of rekindling their relationship.
Most of the time the fairy tale parallels come of super cheesy, but I quite enjoyed this one. I enjoy a happy ending so the parallel with this music video really works for me.
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