Grimes Ushers in a New Era of Internet Infestation
Claire Boucher has always embodied the essence of the internet, for better or worse. Have you ever convinced yourself you saw a cockroach in your kitchen when there was none? A shadow caught just right by your hand falls into an overlooked corner. Your mind senses something sinister and alive, hinting at a deeper decay creeping in while you weren't vigilant. Yet, a closer look shows everything is as safe as ever, though the uneasy feeling remains.
"Artificial Angels" and the Internet Atmosphere of 2025
Grimes’ music video for "Artificial Angels" perfectly captures this unsettling sensation of 2025’s internet-influenced existence. The video features endless establishing shots reminiscent of generative AI demo reels. The Canadian electropop artist dances with constantly evolving virtual AI companions created by Grok.
- Cavemen appear, smoking cigarettes branded with the OpenAI logo.
- Erratic cartoon overlays create a disorienting effect, mimicking the overwhelming impact of videos made by individuals obsessed with endless information.
- The song opens and closes with a deliberately primitive AI-generated voice stating,
"This is how it feels to be hunted by something smarter than you."
The song and video are designed to be experienced momentarily, capturing attention with shock but soon forgotten, like spotting a dead animal during an early morning walk.
Author's Summary
Grimes’ "Artificial Angels" vividly portrays the uneasy, invasive nature of digital life in 2025, blending unsettling visuals with AI-driven themes to evoke a fleeting sense of dread.