bad idea right? - Olivia Rodrigo

The 2023 music video 'bad idea right?', directed by Petra Collins, represents the idea that when you aren't supposed doing something, the universe will always get in the way. The music video is an perfect a blend of vulnerability, angst, and emotional complexity, much like the song itself. The video is rich in visual symbolism and is designed to mirror the song's themes of self-doubt and impulsive decisions in the context of a complicated relationship.

The song is about giving in to a temptation even though the person knows it might not be the best idea—this is a classic "bad idea right?" scenario. The video visually captures this by showing Olivia in moments of indecision and confusion, underscoring the tension between what she feels and what she knows might be unhealthy. Olivia does a perfect resemble of how when you know you're committing a bad act, your facial expressions will differ as you know you shouldn't be doing it. The music video heavily focuses on Olivia’s facial expressions to communicate her internal emotional journey. The camera angles often shift quickly, mirroring the quick changes in her mood and mental state. This emphasises the fleeting nature of the relationship and the mental back-and-forth of her decision.