[130524] [Op-Ed/Discussion] What is the meaning behind CL’s single cover art?

(Note: The views on the meanings behind the symbols in the cover art are all speculations and should not be taken nor construed as facts.  All opinions are those of the respective writer and are not the viewpoint of YGLadies as a whole)
After announcing that the next YGE artist up would be CL a few weeks back, there has been very sparse information on what the first solo song from 2NE1’s leader would be like.  However, an official teaser finally dropped yesterday as YG-Life released the cover image & song title for CL’s debut song! After announcing that the next YGE artist up would be CL a few weeks back, there has been very sparse information on what the first solo song from 2NE1’s leader would be like.  However, two official teasers have finally dropped as YG-Life released the cover image & song title for CL’s debut song AND an amazing image of CL!

While Blackjacks were ecstatic to finally learn the song title  (““나쁜기집애” or “The Baddest Female”), the pictures in the first teaser have also attracted attention as fans try to decipher just what symbolism all the images could mean.  At this point, no one know for sure what they all stand for, but some initial speculations from people on the meanings within the cover art caught our eyes.

• Bee: Representing both wisdom & feminine energy, bees are often associated with being social, industrious & productive.  When looking at the Queen Bee (which most likely represents CL), the traits are more apparent, coupled with power & prestige.  Through Greek mythology, the Nine Muses of music and poetry would take the form of bees, associating these insect with the arts.  Napoleon  also viewed bees as a sign of power & prestige.

• Ram/Sheep: As CL’s Chinese zodiac sign, the Ram/Sheep represents determination, initiative & leadership.  Those born under this sign are attracted to the finer things in life and have lean toward artistic expressions  such as music.  They work hard, but are humble, and will replicate compliments to those who give them to her.  Overall, 2013 is predicted to be a very successful year for those born under the sign of the Ram/Sheep ^^. And on a separate note, when put into a coat-of-arms, Rams often represents authority (fitting for our 2NE1 leader)..

• Set of Lions with a Crown: Lions combined with the classic crown represents power, courage, strength, and of course, royalty

Again, these are all just speculations still, but they do appear to represent CL, don’t they?

Do you have any thoughts on what the symbols could mean?

Let us know below!


Source: Ineed2NE1now@ygladies.com, @konphuzed