05/02/2025
Let’s talk about the Grammys + THAT stunt 🎵🎤
For those that came in late - ol’ envelope pusher Kanye West (aka Ye) - showed us how to become the most Googled person on the planet by getting wifey Bianca (aka Kim Kardashian’s doppleganger) to drop her fur coat to reveal, well, NOTHING underneath.
Helloooo marketing stunt (to promote his clothing line Yeezy). It was a controversial move that turned heads + made headlines alright.
But are we down with such a stunt? Let’s break it down with a good ol’ fashion pros V cons list:
Ye(ah):
⚡️B is for buzz + brand recall - bold moves like this creates massive media buzz. And when your campaign makes headlines? Your brand is unforgettable.
⚡️ Breaking through the noise - in a world flooded with ordinary (read: SAFE) ads, shock value can cut through the clutter + get people talking.
⚡️ Google goes off - controversial tactics often drive Google searches, hits to website, social media shares, likes, and discussions—great for boosting visibility and, ultimately, sales.
Nahhh (ba boum!):
⚡️ Don’t hate, alienate - not everyone loves controversy. A quick scan across the net and a stunt like this can backfire by offending or alienating a significant part of your audience.
⚡️ Brand rep - when your marketing is too edgy, it might overshadow the product itself, leaving consumers wondering if it’s quality or just gimmickry. Oh and speaking of - unpopular opinion - I feel the Grammys and all the award shows are giving gimmick vibes - cue: Jade Smith with a castle on his head. A big LOL + WTF!)
⚡️ Sustainability - relying on shock value might work in the short term, but it may not build lasting customer loyalty if the product doesn’t stand on its own.
So, what’s the verdict? Genius branding or too wild? If you want my opinion (that nobody probs asked for 😆) - it was too stunt-y for me. Weigh in below 👇