“PINKY UP” MV Commentary | KATSEYE

The video opens with the group reacting to their music video, expressing excitement and surprise at certain scenes. They recall details from the shoot, such as the puppies that smelled like cupcakes and were bright pink, and the heavy curtain used in one of the sets. They mention that their current hair in the video required them to wear wigs of their future hair because they couldn't dye it yet due to other commitments. One of the members recounts being inside a claw machine, explaining that the crew completely emptied it out for her to sit inside. She describes it as being a bit hot but also comfortable because she was cold from her costume, which was made of jewels. She spent a significant amount of time in there. They discuss the authenticity of certain actions in the video, like whether the motorcycle was actually driven by one of them (it was) and if they wrote the lyrics (yes). They then share their experiences working with animals, specifically the swans, which proved to be challenging. The swans were described as "bratty," wanting to go to the side and needing to stay together. The keeper also warned them that the swans might attack if they were on the floor. Working with swords, however, was a lot of fun, with one member learning sword tricks on set. They also highlight the use of a real flamethrower, which they found "really sick." The group expresses immense satisfaction with the video, calling it their "best video" and "our favorite." They praise their director for making it look "weird but also like still giving the essence of cat's eye being sick" and for pushing them out of their comfort zones. They admire his work on many iconic videos. A favorite aspect of their performance in the video is the "attitude each of us have," particularly the "pinky up" gesture while drinking tea, which signifies elegance and class with a twist of attitude. They enjoyed the freedom they had to experiment with their looks and improvise on set, especially since the scenes didn't have overly strict directions. The blonde bob wigs were a memorable part of their styling, which they decided to make wet with a spray bottle during fittings, transforming it from a "dry bob" that "was not serving" to a more dynamic look. The rave scenes are highlighted as a favorite, featuring individual and group shots with their friends who were invited to be background performers. These scenes were described as "raw," "fun," and like a "big party," with people kissing, dancing, and some even with their shirts off. The spooky location where they filmed was also a cool element, especially the room with the blonde bobs and balloons, which created an eerie, "Squid Game" or "back rooms" vibe. The members found it disorienting to see themselves and each other looking so similar, like "clones," to the point where staff members were calling them by the wrong names. They appreciate how the video blends proper etiquette, like tea drinking, with a modern, cool twist, avoiding a "picture perfect cookie cutter" debut style. The conversation then transitions into a trivia game where they answer questions about the music video. The first question asks what is written above Danny's head on the claw machine. The correct answer is "Big choice." The second question concerns Laura's nail color and symbol, which is black with a dollar sign. A question about a type of chocolate is then posed, with "dark chocolate and white chocolate, strawberry freeze-dried" being the correct, albeit debated, answer. Another question requires them to recite the first five words of a line from the trunk scene, which is "You, me, we, two, to." Finally, they are asked about the number of background performers in a specific scene (23) and a clock detail in the video that shows "11:17," which is significant because it's their debut date. The video concludes with the group thanking viewers and encouraging them to watch "Pinky Up" and their "Chachella performance."