Childish Gambino's 'This Is America' Video Captures US Turmoil
In his latest music video 'This Is America,' actor and musician Childish Gambino (aka Donald Glover) raps about contemporary American social and political issues, including school shootings and the celebrity status of the president and first lady. The video, directed by Hiro Murai, features perfectly choreographed scenes that juxtapose violence with dance, emphasizing Glover's Black identity with the refrain 'Don't catch you slippin now.' The work reflects the turbulence facing the world's leading power.
Key facts
- Childish Gambino released the video 'This Is America'
- The video addresses US social and political issues
- It references school shootings and celebrity culture
- Hiro Murai directed the video
- The refrain 'Don't catch you slippin now' is repeated
- The video is choreographed and appears controlled
- Donald Glover is also known as Childish Gambino
- The video highlights Glover's Black heritage
Entities
Artists
- Childish Gambino
- Donald Glover
- Hiro Murai
Locations
- United States