2. The music and visuals are synchronous to the
beat of the song. An example of this is when
the teenager goes to kill himself and the pace
of editing and performance fasten.
3. I’d always walk home alone – the boy is shown
walking alone.
4. I’d have to check my mirror to see if I’m still here – the
boy’s reflection is shown in the mirror in his locker.
5. My note book will explain – close ups of the
notebook are shown at this point throughout
the song.
6. Kids just love to tease – the boy’s bullies
begin to surround him and pick on him.
7. The record label’s influence is shown through
the use of close ups of the band members –
particularly the lead singer.This is so they are
able to sell the band as a brand.
8. Voyeurism is shown through the mirror in the
boy’s locker.
9. There are no particular cases of inert gas
asphyxiation of a 17 year old due to being
bullied. However, at the end of the video
there is a phrase ‘there is a life beyond these
walls’ and a helpline number to call. Billy
Talent associated themselves with a suicide
helpline/charity for teenagers, and said that
every time the song was played on the radio,
the band would donate $1 to the charity.
