The Hysteria of This Flower Explained | Behind The HYPE: Murakami’s Flowers

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  • From Kanye West album covers, Kid Cud’s chains, Drake’s hoodies and art pieces with Pharrell, Takashi Murakami’s beaming multi-colored flowers are everywhere. On the surface, Murakami’s flowers seem unconditionally happy and joyful. But there are deeper and darker undertones within these works. This is how Murakami’s flower design has bridged the worlds of fine art, high fashion, and streetwear.
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  • @ayenastyletelier3257
    @ayenastyletelier3257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12996

    I wish people gave him more credit, it’s like it’s not his creation anymore
    the comment section is full of “I thought it was made by _____” which is sad

    • @namjoonie936
      @namjoonie936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      THISSS

    • @namjoonie936
      @namjoonie936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +154

      i was keeping up with him before the flowers and i wish some of his other art was as popping its ten times as iconic and just woah

    • @devin7803
      @devin7803 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Honestly it takes a brief google search

    • @ninja1676
      @ninja1676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      We barely know the origins of most of these pop cultures these days.

    • @TheFanzinator
      @TheFanzinator 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      lmao get real lol everyone knows he made it

  • @costcofreezers
    @costcofreezers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16021

    people have been stealing murakami’s flowers for years. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE give him credit.

    • @HatGuyYT
      @HatGuyYT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      I know right

    • @TheFanzinator
      @TheFanzinator 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      literally no one has stolen the flower because everyone knows who he is get real

    • @WellPreparedTreeFrog
      @WellPreparedTreeFrog 3 ปีที่แล้ว +520

      @@TheFanzinator ??????????????? I didn’t even know he existed.

    • @costcofreezers
      @costcofreezers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +417

      @@TheFanzinator actually a lot of people don’t know who he is and support companies who steal the flower and don’t give credit to him

    • @PuffyWuzHere
      @PuffyWuzHere 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      @@TheFanzinator first I've heard from him

  • @breadchrome
    @breadchrome 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3437

    Some of y’all dont understand. Even if he makes a bunch of money, it’s not ok to steal peoples art.

    • @draalien
      @draalien 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Louder for the people in the back 👏👏

    • @mxwitcher
      @mxwitcher 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      RIGHT! As an artist I feel very upset on these people saying he'll be okay even if his artworks are stolen. Yes, he'll be okay, but it doesn't mean it's ethical nor good, people still need to credit someone who originally made the work.

    • @oliviaem8496
      @oliviaem8496 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yes. It is very upsetting. I create for my ownership and if someone steals it, I'd be mad

    • @Queen-gz7ep
      @Queen-gz7ep 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      he already declared bankruptcy as far as I know....

    • @ImUnderYourFloorboards
      @ImUnderYourFloorboards 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      He's broke rn and famous people are still making millions from his creation

  • @gabyl1407
    @gabyl1407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7925

    it's so sad that people are copying and selling his art for cheap.... he's not making money anymore

    • @tylerm6352
      @tylerm6352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +286

      he drew one flower 20 years ago. thats it. all he does is just print it on different shit and collab with brands

    • @anabee7922
      @anabee7922 3 ปีที่แล้ว +260

      dude is making money

    • @onwicked
      @onwicked 3 ปีที่แล้ว +131

      True but he already stupid rich

    • @mysteryme6655
      @mysteryme6655 3 ปีที่แล้ว +104

      You don't follow murakami if you think that.

    • @raafeekhan1078
      @raafeekhan1078 3 ปีที่แล้ว +170

      Dude is worth, 100MIL, i think he will be ok

  • @BeyondAir
    @BeyondAir 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13613

    takashi murakami is a rich homeless guy

  • @GM-qq1wi
    @GM-qq1wi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5983

    You didn't really explain anything about the flower itself, or the origin of the hype. Just outlined its use in pop culture and consumerism, didn't explain much about how it happened.

    • @meofjack9644
      @meofjack9644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +114

      He explained it due to trama ? Or was that enough?

    • @DesignEnthusiast83
      @DesignEnthusiast83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +219

      It would be nice if Murakami can tell us if it's a Sunflower or a Chrysanthemum.

    • @yua7469
      @yua7469 3 ปีที่แล้ว +359

      The atomic bombs and past trauma is layered by the cheerful and colorful flower. Like the guy said, it’s a Trojan horse

    • @GirtheAlienGoldfish
      @GirtheAlienGoldfish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      @@DesignEnthusiast83 It's probably a daisy.

    • @apurplekitkat
      @apurplekitkat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +145

      Yeah I agree. I think a more accurate title for this video would have been The History of the Murakami Flower rather than the Hysteria. I appreciate the look back at where it’s come from, who the artist is, his history with the flower, and examples of where it’s been, but we never really get to hear *why* people love it so much.

  • @Jujuoak
    @Jujuoak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5273

    It’s crazy to me that even with the millions he’s probably made off of that design, he’s still lost most of that money to filming his movies.

    • @samanthacolucci8595
      @samanthacolucci8595 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      Wait he makes movies!?

    • @luisemel9182
      @luisemel9182 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Wow u got 666 likes

    • @samanthacolucci8595
      @samanthacolucci8595 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Jujuoak thank you!!

    • @Jujuoak
      @Jujuoak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@samanthacolucci8595 no problem! Glad I could help you and other people out

    • @fearnethegaybitch1154
      @fearnethegaybitch1154 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@Jujuoak fuck thats saddd

  • @reginaoji98
    @reginaoji98 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3754

    To all army (bts fans), I know J-Hope likes this flower and makes people more aware of this flower, but please help educate your fellow friends and tell THIS is not just hobicore/hope core/hope flower. This is someone's art, it's trademarked. If someone makes art/stuff using cheap plagiarized stuff, don't buy them, don't support them.

    • @leslycerro6965
      @leslycerro6965 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

      I feel like the flower is something that represents hobi in a way tho. But I get what your trying to send out

    • @CereDulce37
      @CereDulce37 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      Lul K-poop fans

    • @myhlosic
      @myhlosic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +512

      @@leslycerro6965 No dude, the flower's symbolism was explained. It's not something that should represent your idol

    • @zgnilejajo9485
      @zgnilejajo9485 3 ปีที่แล้ว +147

      @@CereDulce37 find something original not a joke from 2013

    • @ml_cxx89
      @ml_cxx89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +96

      I’m sorry but I don’t agree with this I recently searched up who hobi was and bts but I don’t think they take it that way it’s nice because people who recognize this flower from bts/hobi is really nice because they search it up and they get to know the meaning and how it was created please don’t assume anything

  • @jocelyno.5838
    @jocelyno.5838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3980

    He seems like a cool person to hang out with. Manifesting I get to meet him one day. He’s a cool guy

    • @robyndabank1838
      @robyndabank1838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      i heard he treats his employees like shit

    • @zarek8790
      @zarek8790 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@robyndabank1838 from who

    • @teehee1816
      @teehee1816 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@robyndabank1838 fr?

    • @queenie3443
      @queenie3443 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@robyndabank1838 I heard that too

    • @robyndabank1838
      @robyndabank1838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@zarek8790 his former employees

  • @averycervantes7773
    @averycervantes7773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1474

    I highly suggest reading Murakami's essay "Earth in My Window" where he talks about how otaku culture, anime, and superflat all originated from the collective trauma of WWII. it's a little long, but a super interesting read.

    • @yourfavewhore
      @yourfavewhore 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Where do i search it or how do i type it

    • @averycervantes7773
      @averycervantes7773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@yourfavewhore if you look up "earth in my window takashi murakami" on google, the first result is the essay on gwern :-)

    • @yourfavewhore
      @yourfavewhore 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@averycervantes7773 thanks! Btw do u listen to lana del rey?

    • @wisteria6656
      @wisteria6656 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Yeees! Japan infantilized by USA just a little kid without autonomy

    • @mistybloom3
      @mistybloom3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@yourfavewhore Google exists ....

  • @BillyBobThe8th
    @BillyBobThe8th 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2224

    This vid a bit confusing, it mentioned a few things with no elaboration.

    • @briiyonaa
      @briiyonaa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yep

    • @salmarahmatia19
      @salmarahmatia19 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      yes it doesnt explain just states...

    • @sokissablex
      @sokissablex 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I thought I was the only one who didn't get some things.. and assumed it was because english is not my first language

    • @BillyBobThe8th
      @BillyBobThe8th 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      @Dreyarde for example, the thing about the flower having tears. It's hard to see it so I would've liked an explanation rather than guessing myself

    • @BillyBobThe8th
      @BillyBobThe8th 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      A lot of things mentioned seemed random for that reason, which can be confusing

  • @nnormans
    @nnormans 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1032

    A lot of people are stealing murakami's flowers. It's so unfair.

    • @vaibhavmukherjee9830
      @vaibhavmukherjee9830 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just to play the devils advocate, if there's no patent, there's no stealing.

    • @chompchompboi5126
      @chompchompboi5126 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vaibhavmukherjee9830 wow

    • @ireadysucks3026
      @ireadysucks3026 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@vaibhavmukherjee9830 wow, it’s almost like trademarking shit/copyright is a thing.

    • @neogaki
      @neogaki 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He stole it himself

    • @ireadysucks3026
      @ireadysucks3026 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@neogaki wdym

  • @CookieCutter
    @CookieCutter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6751

    *these videos are produced at such a high level!*

    • @yourlocaldissapointment7808
      @yourlocaldissapointment7808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      indeed

    • @hermansule5750
      @hermansule5750 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it suitable for Christmas gifts? www.grailed.com/listings/18638480

    • @elizabethdiaz6901
      @elizabethdiaz6901 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      🏵🌼🌻

    • @ag-gz1wk
      @ag-gz1wk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      yeah it looks like netflix's explained

    • @ykshay
      @ykshay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It was pretty bad

  • @Jollimark
    @Jollimark 3 ปีที่แล้ว +788

    This video was confusing. It was a bit all over the place, structure wise

    • @serene4961
      @serene4961 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      How? Are u not familiar with him or the flower?

    • @Jollimark
      @Jollimark 3 ปีที่แล้ว +131

      @@serene4961 I am. Structure wise the video goes a bit back and forth between explaining who Murakami is and what the flowers represent without really diving into any of the subjects. It just feels a bit shallow I suppose and it repeated a few topics without much impact. It explains for example that the flowers have deeper darker meanings, and tears in it's eyes without explaining where those tears are.Then right away it's talking about the war, then skulls and mushrooms in his works, then that the flowers being destroyed in the Billie Elish video isn't that surprising after all and then it proceeds to give a very brief description of what an otaku is. It's cramming way too many topics without having time to digest them.

    • @cherrydevon
      @cherrydevon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Fully agree!!

    • @kimh.8176
      @kimh.8176 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Me doing my essay at 3am:

  • @CeoLogJM
    @CeoLogJM 3 ปีที่แล้ว +203

    Notice how it's "inspired by anime" but everything around it couldn't be more different than what "otaku" actually are.

  • @Ramble_goat
    @Ramble_goat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1193

    Bruh I was so confused why was it everywhere on clothes, backpack and other stuff in Vietnam

    • @touche995
      @touche995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      Doro Shii not only on Vietnam- it’s literally the symbol of indie aesthetic (I guess). Crazy thing is every time I visit Vietnam for New Years I always see stalls where people sell stuff like you said with this flower.

    • @creamsoda6427
      @creamsoda6427 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      it's like how egirls are into sanrio especially the melody and kuromi that it gets pretty annoying seeing it.

    • @sammythehamster9093
      @sammythehamster9093 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I saw one of design on pouch during trio in Hong Kong. He held exhibitions there it figures. I was lucky to find the set of Flowers coasters they are made out of thick card. Still lovely.

    • @yellingateveryone2520
      @yellingateveryone2520 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@creamsoda6427 I really liked Sanrio. I still do but it’s just not the same yk?

  • @PiokoMew
    @PiokoMew 3 ปีที่แล้ว +895

    Is it weird I'm not aware of this flower? Like, I'm sure I've seen it, but just not really noticed i guess

    • @mothratemporalradio517
      @mothratemporalradio517 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I don't necessarily think so. This reminded me of Yoshitomo Nara but with less interesting work and slightly inexplicable hype..
      it could have an association with the American commercial hiphop production industry and certain fashion houses. That wouldn't cause me to immediately think it was significant. I did notice the likes of Chris Brown gravitating in the 2010s to a sort of acid rap psychedelia in terms of certain outfits wherein i think the internet had a massive influence. The same kind of indie styling is absent in the period of the 2000s which is when i think i caught an exhibition by Nara i enjoyed some of the pics enough to buy a postcard set, haha. Not all consumption is remarkable or means the work has merit, that's the emperor's new clothes, although i kinda like the pop art effect of the design. And i think that is another reason you haven't noticed the flower component, because you might instead see a a pop art pattern without a close up of the motif.
      In a way, maybe for those people in that industry, this icon is effectively replacing the likes of Adidas stripes and does represent a shift within hiphop culture. I speculate it is functioning not only like a design but basically like a new skool display of cultural and economic capital.
      Because even though these designs are very pop, the genuine article prob costs a lot of money which most people won't be able to drop. So it functions like an exclusive form of subcultural haute couture, it references consumption of other J pop culture plus adult affiliation with the cartoonish. That puts a slightly different spin on this trend to previous trends in hiphop fashion, including in terms of machismo.
      Disclaimer: If you were to consider it subculture, i personally wouldn't just because the musical associations are totally mainstream. I also can't take Kanye seriously as a fashion designer either, or in most other ways. I digress.
      If you like expressive and whimsical two dimensional Japanese drawing and design with less hype, you could try checking out Yoshimoto Nara as an entry point. I think in a way this flower is in some sense functioning like the equivalent of a gold chain or tooth in terms of style and kudos. Interesting but take it with a pinch of salt, i don't think you really missed out, unless you are particularly into that genre and like to follow its convolutions. I think the other thing about this design is it's mildly reminiscent of graffiti pieces which have a close connection with hiphop although the character style is different.
      Edit: words

    • @alexandraselesi
      @alexandraselesi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same

    • @juliusroman8616
      @juliusroman8616 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I've seen this flower drawn many times, but I always thought it was just another children's toy.

    • @magicaldontpostmuch3256
      @magicaldontpostmuch3256 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I never thought much of the flower I never knew who made it or its history so I guess same

    • @kousetsuhana
      @kousetsuhana 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I've never seen it before either

  • @JGUN25Ar
    @JGUN25Ar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +984

    You left out the work he did with J Balvin and all the art in his merch, álbum and aesthetic. This gave the flower a whole new market in Latin America and made it popular with a bigger community and as of right now J balvin still collaborates with Tekashi

    • @SumHandballPlayer
      @SumHandballPlayer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      That's why i clicked it lol
      Had heard of tekashi thru kanye didn't make thr connection

    • @alteaserena2223
      @alteaserena2223 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I was waiting for it as well..

    • @rosendojrplancarte8544
      @rosendojrplancarte8544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Man how they going to do that to my dude J balvin smh. Latino gang!

    • @lamambas9390
      @lamambas9390 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@rosendojrplancarte8544 he didn’t add anything, he just bought Murakami jewelry

    • @rosendojrplancarte8544
      @rosendojrplancarte8544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@lamambas9390 he used the múrakami flower on his album cover and clothing. He did a collab I didn’t say he adding anything just a mention bro

  • @gabbyvelasquez3767
    @gabbyvelasquez3767 3 ปีที่แล้ว +202

    I got really into Murakami's work after seeing J-Hope from BTS were the flower motif everywhere. There's just something that makes me really happy when I look at that little flower, I don't know what it is but its just so cool.

    • @minyoongayshit3703
      @minyoongayshit3703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That’s how I feel :3

    • @tiramiisu0
      @tiramiisu0 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Same. It gave me BIG hobicore vibes, so I decided to look further into its design and Murakami’s work.

  • @bigbangvipyg772
    @bigbangvipyg772 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    BIGBANG BROUGHT ME HERE. knowing their friendship with the creator . I fell in love with his art

  • @alicedemontagne7307
    @alicedemontagne7307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +657

    These videos gave me the energy to create.

    • @flowersofdecember
      @flowersofdecember 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      fr, these videos always puts me in a creative mind set for at least a week straight.

    • @247bram
      @247bram 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@flowersofdecember cap

    • @Lobster.64
      @Lobster.64 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@247bram cap or can’t at least peak hahahahahahahahaha it’s a joke
      It was a lame😐

    • @hermansule5750
      @hermansule5750 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it suitable for Christmas gifts? www.grailed.com/listings/18638480

    • @yua7469
      @yua7469 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@247bram tf would even be the point of capping abt that, u even know what it means?

  • @comunistadelaluz
    @comunistadelaluz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +362

    He is more like a producer than an artist. Intentionally and strategically highlighting Otaku culture in order to appeal to non-Japanese people and made huge success compared with many other Japanese artists

    • @bruceforrester8757
      @bruceforrester8757 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      interesting

    • @supernova7966
      @supernova7966 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Your videos are gay

    • @lincolnabbot
      @lincolnabbot 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@supernova7966 *???*

    • @tamere520
      @tamere520 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@supernova7966 gay isn't an insult?

    • @gavinreid5387
      @gavinreid5387 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tamere520 it was with English school children.

  • @shhtrawberry1809
    @shhtrawberry1809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    He deserves more credit, idky but there’s something just rly cool about that specific design

  • @carnivault
    @carnivault 3 ปีที่แล้ว +488

    Does anyone know if he has a website or official merchandise? I keep finding other sites just printing his designs and I’d love to support him directly if possible

    • @mikoomeemoo
      @mikoomeemoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      the app ntwrk frequently has his stuff (kaikai kiki, the gallery he works with, and his own label) go up. they only do reputable brands; a lot of collabs between streetwear and pop culture. some of his masks are on sale rn but theyre pretty expensive at around $75

    • @m4scaramagica
      @m4scaramagica 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      If you go to his instagram he has a website!

    • @namuu5847
      @namuu5847 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@m4scaramagica How can i find HIM on insta??

    • @charm4672
      @charm4672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@namuu5847 search up his name?

    • @tamere520
      @tamere520 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@namuu5847 his instagram is @takashipom

  • @092krazy
    @092krazy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    TOP and GDragon introduced me to the famous flower🌟

    • @MixieMooz
      @MixieMooz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Jhope introduced me 😁

    • @Jerembanabastala
      @Jerembanabastala 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah ikr

    • @daesungsii1218
      @daesungsii1218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too gd top taeyang and taeyang even gifted his now wife with this flower rug

  • @violetguavapeachee5573
    @violetguavapeachee5573 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love his art work so much like it’s such a simple flower but has so much depth and personality than any other

  • @pneumonoultramicroscopicsi8223
    @pneumonoultramicroscopicsi8223 3 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    no wonder whenever i stare at the flower for too long i somewhat find it odd and disturbing

    • @YasminCarli
      @YasminCarli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      The face of the century. Happy but not really, if you look beyond the surface. The more you look, more it reveals. It's a pretty relatable feeling, could explain the sucess.

    • @istoleyourjams270
      @istoleyourjams270 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      It's like 😃
      Might look happy and cute but after a while it seems as if it's staring deep into your soul and it starts looking passive aggressive.
      Tho I still find the flower cute.

    • @pneumonoultramicroscopicsi8223
      @pneumonoultramicroscopicsi8223 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@istoleyourjams270 yuh it's like :(i know life is unfortunate and i'm here to make it worse)D

  • @janer7776
    @janer7776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    This flower is BIG, but this is the first time I’ve ever heard of this art thing...

    • @meofjack9644
      @meofjack9644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

    • @michaelbaxter3181
      @michaelbaxter3181 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You left out the work he did with J Balvin and all the art in his merch, álbum and aesthetic. This gave the flower a whole new market in Latin America and made it popular with a bigger community and as of right now J balvin still collaborates with Tekashi

    • @HJima
      @HJima 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He's been around for a long long time, it was only a matter of tie major celebreities would mention him and bring young attention to him but he's nothing new.

  • @molly6072
    @molly6072 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    It’s so sad how his design was and still is being stolen. He deserves so much more for all the credit lost

  • @namjoonie936
    @namjoonie936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    i would like to say he has way better art than his flowers but it’s understandable why they took off like they didni just wish people respected his insane picses

    • @kikikeke1600
      @kikikeke1600 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      True dat
      Also is ur profile pic hít mãñ bäñg öppär ?

    • @jeonginsdolphinscream
      @jeonginsdolphinscream 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kikikeke1600 oh my, it is hitman bang😍😂

    • @swagata2
      @swagata2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sorry army I couldn't take you seriously after seeing the prp 😭😭😭😭

    • @kikikeke1600
      @kikikeke1600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeonginsdolphinscream yes oppar

  • @eggylove3338
    @eggylove3338 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I saw Murakami’s flowers in paintings in a children’s hospital I used to go to often as I was sick a lot for long periods of time. As a kid, I would always go with other kids and we’d point out which ones were our favorites that day. It was weirdly comforting to see those smiley faces when you were in a place like a hospital.

  • @BRIGHT_LORD_C
    @BRIGHT_LORD_C 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    im deadass upset that this ain’t longer. Good video

  • @julius8930
    @julius8930 3 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    he should collab with plats vs zombies

    • @vindric8330
      @vindric8330 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That's what I thought when I saw the flower in the thumbnail too lol

    • @hypn0__.
      @hypn0__. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That would be fire

  • @catspaghetti4515
    @catspaghetti4515 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    He looks like such a chill, genuine guy. Like honestly this guy is an inspiration

  • @Alexoyt4
    @Alexoyt4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I draw flowers like this all the time. I wouldn’t have been be surprised if one day I accidentally made a murakami flower without seeing his work, but now I have already seen it lol.

  • @junghoseok4454
    @junghoseok4454 3 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Discover from J-Hope. I love theses flowers rn 🌻🌈

    • @AridetothemuseumFtknj
      @AridetothemuseumFtknj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      U GOT TASTE MY CHILD💜💖🌱✨

    • @junghoseok4454
      @junghoseok4454 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@AridetothemuseumFtknj as you too ✨💕

    • @junghoseok4454
      @junghoseok4454 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @esmoe yo there are more down there 😂👌💜

  • @MollyViola
    @MollyViola 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    i had toys that looked EXACTLY like that as a kid like it was the flowers

    • @lynn-yl7lb
      @lynn-yl7lb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Tree House YES EXACTLY AND YOU COULD TWIST THE STEM AND STUFF

    • @chor2336
      @chor2336 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Tree House omg, me too. In Brazil. Where r you guys from? Maybe its Murakamis?! Or maybe he "stole" the design without anyone noticing...

  • @oneclickaway23
    @oneclickaway23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    He has found a visual brand with a flower and a smiley … who everybody knows and likes. That's it - right here, right now.

  • @danaekoloka9819
    @danaekoloka9819 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I'm an art student and we had to draw in Murakami's style for an assignment

  • @user-wg3js6uv7z
    @user-wg3js6uv7z 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I saw it in Hoseoks studio, never knew it was popular

  • @henriquelopo9151
    @henriquelopo9151 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    The "Behind the HYPE" show has so much quality, keep going guys this is great

  • @alexmireles5549
    @alexmireles5549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    art is so fucking dope man

  • @samiha.s9594
    @samiha.s9594 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I was like "hobi" when I saw the thumbnail

  • @LucasRodmo
    @LucasRodmo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Just a retouch that I feel it's important: Nihonga isn't traditional japanese style painting, is a moviment that is fairly modern, begining in the end of 1880's and begining of 1900's that uses traditional japanese style painting. I also recommend Shin-hanga, from the same period. Ukiyo-e is an older style, from the Edo period. All of them can be explored in Google Arts & Culture. You're welcome

  • @aisha-gq6cz
    @aisha-gq6cz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    i didn’t even know that the colorful line from LV was a collaboration with him. i just assumed they wanted to create something colorful

  • @dahliakaufman5211
    @dahliakaufman5211 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    When you sell ur work to drake, Billie and Kanye and you have over a mill but u still sleep on the floor and use a styrofoam brick as a pillow🤧

  • @EmmaBGames
    @EmmaBGames 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    He is quite incredible; the amount of time, effort and intelligence it takes to be able to create even the simplest looking pieces that he does is crazy.
    There is an incredible amount of colour theory, historical and socioeconomic context and time involved in his pieces.
    The flower has 12 sections and a face; 12 sections represents time, the colour theory of each petal details passage of time; multiple flowers together overlapping show distinct passages of time for different people all coming together to create something incredible.
    More importantly, it is part of human nature to like consistency and repetition; his pieces represent this well.
    There is so much this little flower can do.

  • @garbagedumb2476
    @garbagedumb2476 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    He looks such a wholesome person

  • @kwnji7667
    @kwnji7667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    If you didn’t know he actually collaborated with billlie Eyelash.
    (With the Uniqlo shirts and he also directed billies music video. One of them)

  • @user-qr1cm9im1z
    @user-qr1cm9im1z 3 ปีที่แล้ว +257

    to the armys: this isnt hobi's flower. its murakamis ❤️

    • @iatejiminsjams4321
      @iatejiminsjams4321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yeah
      :)

    • @nimisha6584
      @nimisha6584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I haven't even seen this flower being associated to him but it's great to know.

    • @bta.c.e3739
      @bta.c.e3739 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I recognized the flower from hobi, but never considered it “his” flower, nor have I ever seen anyone else claim that.

    • @user-qr1cm9im1z
      @user-qr1cm9im1z 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@bta.c.e3739 im just pointing out that some people dont know who actually created this flower, especially to the people that only knows this from hoseok

    • @user-qr1cm9im1z
      @user-qr1cm9im1z 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nimisha6584 um then u probably haven't seen some of his fits?

  • @chuuchuuz
    @chuuchuuz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +226

    And people keep thinking this is hopecore mane...

    • @kioaen150
      @kioaen150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      Nobody said it was hopecore, it’s part of the aesthetic but nobody every said that it was originated with hobi.

    • @prl5760
      @prl5760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@kioaen150 some people say its the “hobi flower” :(

    • @luzsandragonzales8090
      @luzsandragonzales8090 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@prl5760 it's just a flower, who cares?

    • @eternal_seokjin7441
      @eternal_seokjin7441 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      @@prl5760 They're ignorant then.
      You know half of our fandom is stupid.
      The minute I saw the flower I did research and knew it was Takashi Murakami's.

    • @prl5760
      @prl5760 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@luzsandragonzales8090 but its art tho

  • @msprettykawaii950
    @msprettykawaii950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    It became hype because of celeb and his deducation. The eye and smile are satirical and people kind of relate to that

  • @daniellatorres3585
    @daniellatorres3585 3 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    I can’t find the “hidden tears” on the flower this video mentions

    • @slivka_1
      @slivka_1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      i think it meant it not literally

    • @3eyedwonderkid
      @3eyedwonderkid 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I believe he meant ‘tiers’, as in multiple layers.

    • @aricam6369
      @aricam6369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      i think its the sparkle in the eyes , like the flowers eyes are filled with tears

    • @DanLeFeuvre
      @DanLeFeuvre 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      you know when you're on the verge of crying? your eyes get glassy. Glassy eyed murakami flowers.

    • @armyshope
      @armyshope 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DanLeFeuvre YES

  • @mateo2001_
    @mateo2001_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Murakami also has a collab with J Balvin and its fire

  • @simplepurple22032001
    @simplepurple22032001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I knew about mura kami from GDragon :)

  • @TimeWatch5
    @TimeWatch5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +699

    I wonder how much 69 got paid to tattoo it on himself.

    • @Yikes17337
      @Yikes17337 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Maybe he just liked it
      Or are all his tattoos paid for? Like brands or som :O??

    • @kgb0306
      @kgb0306 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      i so badly wanted the flower as a tatto but...i cant have the same tattoo as 69.... the end of a dream 🤧

    • @jofeeney
      @jofeeney 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀

    • @taiyoxtaiyox5479
      @taiyoxtaiyox5479 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nothing, he just liked the flower so he got it tatted.

    • @morellif36
      @morellif36 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lots of artists especially rappers have the murakami flower tatted

  • @josegarrido5026
    @josegarrido5026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    If only my convincing was as good as this artist because it’s also about the connection you bring with the art and the viewer

  • @juanjcp1999
    @juanjcp1999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    In any moment they mentioned something about the collaboration's about Murakami and J Balvin

  • @AridetothemuseumFtknj
    @AridetothemuseumFtknj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +315

    I would like to thank mr. Jung Hoseok , for making me discover that much of beauty and culture.

  • @user-lg5ho9iu2q
    @user-lg5ho9iu2q 3 ปีที่แล้ว +216

    I hate how the narrator keeps saying Moro kami and not mura kami 😭

    • @urbanoacosta8883
      @urbanoacosta8883 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mura kami

    • @mysteryme6655
      @mysteryme6655 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      IM DYING. I HATE IT.

    • @KaleidoSTARPH
      @KaleidoSTARPH 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@urbanoacosta8883 in Tagalog, that means "We're Cheap" 😂

    • @itniax7678
      @itniax7678 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KaleidoSTARPH 💀💀💀

    • @BelleKasprik
      @BelleKasprik 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

  • @stahppls2293
    @stahppls2293 3 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Me: I don't like it.
    *enter a very happy Murakami dressed as the flower mascot*
    Me: I changed my mind.

  • @YoungVvs
    @YoungVvs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    ...1 person y’all left out & overlooked because y’all never realized he was referring to Murakami Louie Vuttion Luggage 🧳 before Kanye West was CAM’RON!!!...On the song “Crunk Muzik”, he said “that rootie tootie fruity Louie is what I usually do” referring to LV/Murakami luggage...That was in 2004, 3 years before “Graduation”...Thank me later ✌🏾

  • @tiramiisu0
    @tiramiisu0 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    I became interested in this artist because of j-hope. The murakami flower is a BIG element in Hobicore.

  • @TheseOpenRoads
    @TheseOpenRoads 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Didn’t he come out and say he was broke during Covid? Does anyone know what I’m talking about? Surely I am remembering wrong.

    • @alteaserena2223
      @alteaserena2223 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      If i'm not wrong... he tried to produce a cartoon but ended up stopping the production because of no financial sources.

    • @underwo0d
      @underwo0d 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      yeah same im also really confused as to why the video didnt mention him stating his financial issues because he definitely spoke about it on insta

    • @mamadukie9530
      @mamadukie9530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@underwo0d it’s cause you have to spend money to get money if that makes sense and obviously he didn’t make enough

    • @hermansule5750
      @hermansule5750 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it suitable for Christmas gifts? www.grailed.com/listings/18638480

    • @shikshasrivastava7842
      @shikshasrivastava7842 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      he had to pause the movie he was making due to lack of funds

  • @h.ungree9675
    @h.ungree9675 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Is it weird that i chose him as an artist to study for art like a few months ago?? Lol

    • @MrBen91091
      @MrBen91091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Not really, choose whoever inspires you man!

    • @erin-fg7zz
      @erin-fg7zz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      not all all, i've done the exact thing and now i'm about to use him as inspiration for my final project for my current sketchbook

  • @deadsoon
    @deadsoon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hobi introduced me to him, lol

  • @kokichioma4209
    @kokichioma4209 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Anybody else just reading the fights in the comments? XD

    • @agustmin2620
      @agustmin2620 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup, people being ridiculous thinking others assumed this belongs to *insert name*, so now they get to hate on *insert name* for no reason. Honestly as soon as I saw this flower I searched it up, found the original artist, and followed a bit of his work.
      People just want excuses to hate on others at any chance they get. Anyways, you didn't sign up to get some rant under your comment, so have a nice rest of your day/night.

    • @agustmin2620
      @agustmin2620 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      TH-cam ruined my *insert name* :/

    • @kirstysimpson4203
      @kirstysimpson4203 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@agustmin2620 exactly. I’ve just been defending *insert name* (lol) because people keep making it seem like *insert name* core is made to discredit murakami. Even tho he has never claimed the design to be his😭 Sorry for all the insert names but thought I’d carry it on.

    • @agustmin2620
      @agustmin2620 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kirstysimpson4203 *insert name* is a fan of his work, and promoted it to millions of people who never knew it existed.
      Honestly, it's the same as someone coming out wearing a band t-shirt or something, you're wearing merchandise because you like it. No one is going to assume you made the shirt, they'd ask or search up where the shirt is from.
      I swear people just want reasons to fight 😑
      Also, Happy New Year! Have a nice day/night 😁

    • @kirstysimpson4203
      @kirstysimpson4203 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@agustmin2620 omds thank u that’s what I was saying, no body assumed insert name has a clothing line or makes art with that flower because if he did we would know about it and buy it from him.
      But happy New Years too, love army’s like u 😊

  • @MistressGlowWorm
    @MistressGlowWorm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    It’s such a simple design. Even a child can replicate it. Marketing at its finest. This is what sticks in the mind!

  • @juveriarahman6434
    @juveriarahman6434 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    So... You did not tell us
    "what made him design that flower?"
    "what was his thoughts and opinions on the flower?"
    "what is the message delivered through the flower?"
    And you call this explained... IC
    I know the channel is about behind the hype. Then why did you put in title that it's explained. Don't make click baits. This flower holds a lot of power and there has to be a theory or an explanation behind it. The hype does not just settle with me.
    Give us the relevant answers. Bye.

    • @BONERCRUSHER
      @BONERCRUSHER 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This is about the HYPE around the flower not about how it was made "the hysteria behind this flower EXPLAINED" not "how the flower was created"
      Not to mention IT DOES EXPLAIN HOW HE MADE THE FLOWERS AND HOW HE FELT ABOUT THEM. you just didn't watch the video. Stop complaining when you cant read or watch a video.

    • @mothy83902
      @mothy83902 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I haven't even watched the second half of the video but he did explain why he made the flower and it's importance...

    • @sewoonsmom6959
      @sewoonsmom6959 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Umm he explained that what are you on lol

    • @sintura
      @sintura 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      they did explain what the flower was designed to symbolise, which is basically murakami's thoughts on the events that led to his design of it. which literally just tells u the message he wants to deliver through it. either that you have a serious lack of attention or you're silly. the video has answered all of your questions.

  • @emilymedinakeeton4927
    @emilymedinakeeton4927 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    His voice I am just it gives me chills

  • @catnium
    @catnium 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    if you take a look at the flowers there are hidden tears...
    zooms in on flower
    literally no tear in sight

  • @soshinakirinuking
    @soshinakirinuking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    We love Murakami.

  • @skyewong1460
    @skyewong1460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    isn’t he broke rn- he’s like rich but not at the same time

  • @Happyshrimp7
    @Happyshrimp7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I clicked on this because of a faint childhood memory of the flower on a Tv channel, as it’s logo. The little smile hunted me as I always distinctly saw it in places, now I know what it’s called and why I see it everywhere.
    The Tv channel showed a lot of weird 90s children shows which slightly creeped me out as a kid.

  • @-seesaw-kpop4370
    @-seesaw-kpop4370 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    to me the flowers are so simple yet intriguing, they kind of show a child like happiness but at the same time it shows almost a creepy vibe to it, it also has a sense of hiding your true emotions and all that to me makes them really fun and interesting.

  • @JJ-lj5wz
    @JJ-lj5wz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    When i see that flower honestly all i think about is the baby show 😂

  • @someones_daughter_
    @someones_daughter_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    And here I was, thinking it was hype because of the eighties...
    Feeling like everyone that grew up with magic markers at one point drew flowers with smileys and every color in the kit x)
    It's just extreme and simplified, sweet nostalgia

  • @ItsJusT1m
    @ItsJusT1m 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kid Cudi's chains go hard

  • @user-ht7pl6go1v
    @user-ht7pl6go1v 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I remember Taeyong and his love for these things

  • @yungsaya
    @yungsaya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Damn when I tripped acid at the MoMa exhibit in dfw I knew that there was a sense of sadness behind his artwork I just felt it.

    • @OwnD1
      @OwnD1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      No, you were simply tripping too hard

    • @yungsaya
      @yungsaya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@OwnD1 ain’t gonna lie it was my first time tripping and best experience of my life lol

    • @a.b9041
      @a.b9041 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      We get it, you do drugs

    • @Jamesadamiak
      @Jamesadamiak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You seen the truth!

    • @Jamesadamiak
      @Jamesadamiak 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@a.b9041 We get it, you worship jesus

  • @mai_illustrationz
    @mai_illustrationz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Oooh, I’ve been trying to figure out why these flowers were so popular!

  • @seymakirmizioglan6624
    @seymakirmizioglan6624 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mad respect for him! So humble and genuine with his artworks!

  • @EBThisThat
    @EBThisThat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    As someone who wants to inspire with art, music, story, and film, I'd love to meet him and Miyazaki (Miyazaki is an idol of mine).

  • @lucasacosta7711
    @lucasacosta7711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I'm kinda disappointed there didn't go more in depth with the Kanye and kid cudi stuff. I was excited for them to talk about graduation and kids see ghosts

    • @renehopkinson5079
      @renehopkinson5079 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Its not about them its about Murakami

    • @lucasacosta7711
      @lucasacosta7711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@renehopkinson5079 bruh I mean they did do a lot for him and they are the only reason I know about him. Along with those being some of his most notable collabs

    • @misspika9851
      @misspika9851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!

    • @hermansule5750
      @hermansule5750 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it suitable for Christmas gifts? www.grailed.com/listings/18638480

  • @riacena2866
    @riacena2866 3 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    Jung Hoseok introduced me to this lol. He loves collecting them.

  • @RoxyRocket001
    @RoxyRocket001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Murakami's art is amazing, i hope to see more people getting into it.

  • @hearthayly
    @hearthayly 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i’m literally obsessed with these flowers.

  • @MSalvadorStudios
    @MSalvadorStudios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    make more videos like this

  • @nagitheanimedragon5514
    @nagitheanimedragon5514 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Hey, these flowers are in my therapist’s office.

    • @medicamedico4335
      @medicamedico4335 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Time to kick the art stealing plagiarizer💪💪

    • @medicamedico4335
      @medicamedico4335 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thethinker2372 honey it was a joke

    • @medicamedico4335
      @medicamedico4335 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thethinker2372 and then i ruined it by pointing it out... hehe

  • @lexihon8318
    @lexihon8318 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    he seems so genuine and wholesome

  • @Raskit_
    @Raskit_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I’ve seen this flower as the mascot for a kids show. Don’t remember what the show is called though sadly.

    • @ragged2233
      @ragged2233 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i got a talking birthday flower, it was lit :(

    • @luvm1nk120
      @luvm1nk120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      the babyfirst channel?

    • @ag0nalbreathing
      @ag0nalbreathing 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      doraemon !!

    • @courtneyybatchelder7855
      @courtneyybatchelder7855 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I literally was searching for this. I used to watch this channel with the sprout channel with my siblings and I thought I was crazy for thinking this lol

  • @benkrause5426
    @benkrause5426 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Love this man

  • @pluviophile8678
    @pluviophile8678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Glad it was on my recommendation.
    Now I know who really made it

  • @CBlue-nz7dn
    @CBlue-nz7dn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for making this video. Murakami deserves credit for everything he's accomplished

  • @madvillainish
    @madvillainish 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love murakami so much, as much as i love the flower i love his art soooo much more. Murakami is def one of my inspirations for drawing. I randomly doodle in my notebook during school and stuff lol

  • @sastikuta
    @sastikuta 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I know takashi murakami,but i know his flower art was from G-dragon's breath mv and pharel..

  • @Jen-gx5ii
    @Jen-gx5ii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm obsessed with them😌👍

  • @R3DLiFE
    @R3DLiFE 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    love it ! such iconic imagery and feeling

  • @keirashen
    @keirashen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just yesterday I discovered that Murakami was the one who designed this flower after seeing it on certain websites for months never really knowing what is was, but I fell in love with the design and pattern and so now knowing a bit of it’s history I’m happy knowing how big he’s become because of it. I wish he was credited more for his work it’s really amazing.

  • @Timi_adesanya
    @Timi_adesanya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    he said he was broke right? was actually expecting more talking from Murakami