When I realized that what Chat GPT can do, I can do better.

 I asked for references and sources from AI Smith.

“As an AI language model, I do not have access to specific databases or sources since I am designed to provide general information based on my training data. However, some sources that I can suggest for conducting research on the topic of gender fluidity in the songs and music videos of BTS are:

- Academic databases such as JSTOR, ProQuest, and Google Scholar

- Research publications and journals in fields such as Gender Studies, Musicology, and Cultural Studies

- News and media outlets that cover K-pop and BTS, such as Billboard, Rolling Stone, and Koreaboo

- BTS fan communities and forums, such as Reddit's r/Bangtan and BTS-related Twitter hashtags and accounts.

These sources can provide valuable information and insights into the topic of gender fluidity in BTS's music and performances, as well as the broader cultural and social contexts surrounding it. However, it is important to critically evaluate and verify any information found through these sources to ensure their credibility and reliability.

Hmm… what Chat GPT can do, I can do better.

Sadly, not every student and teacher know this. Librarians need to intensify library user education programming, Research Skills Instruction, Reference Services, Reading Guidance and Bibliotherapy.

Whoever said we don't need libraries and librarians in the age of AI?

Chat GPT 101 (2/2): On the Gender Fluidity and Neutrality of BTS per AI Smith

Here are some examples of research studies and articles that can provide insights into the topic:

- "Queening in K-pop: Performance of Gender and Sexuality in Girl Groups and (select) Boy Groups." by Anabelle M. Gamson, Anita S. Bateman, and Joy K. Lo

- "Queering K-pop: Sexuality, Agency and the Acts of Blackpink and BTS" by Rowan Oliver-O'Neill

- "K-pop, Gender Performativity, and Authenticity: Ideological Contradictions and Neo-liberal Futures in South Korea's Creative Industries" by Jinnie Y. Kim

- "BTS and the Performance of Masculinity in South Korea's Idol Industry" by Crystal S. Anderson

- "Queering BTS: The Performance of Masculinity and the (Un)necessary Fictions of Western Media Representation" by Joshua Chambers-Letson

These studies explore the various ways BTS's music videos, lyrics, and performances reflect gender and sexuality, challenge gender norms, and promote fluidity and diversity in representation.

Chat GPT 101 (1/2)

Trying out and testing Chat GPT alongside my attendance to an AI and Chat GPT Webinar by Steve Hargadon of Library 2.0.

I get asked often: Are BTS members gay?

I say: Their works show gender neutrality and gender fluidity.

And AI Smith gave me this when I asked.

“As an AI language model, I cannot browse the internet like humans, I can only present some examples of research titles that could relate to gender fluidity in the songs and music videos of BTS:

1. Exploring the Representation of Gender Fluidity in BTS Music Videos

2. The Performance of Gender Fluidity in BTS’ “Boy in Luv”

3. Queering K-pop: Analyzing Gender Fluidity in BTS’ Music Video “Blood Sweat & Tears”

4. Gender Bend It like BTS: An Analysis of Gender Fluidity and Performative Masculinity in Korean Pop Music

5. The Incorporation of Gender Fluidity in BTS’ Lyrics and Music Videos

6. Gender Fluidity and the Male Gaze in BTS’ “I Need U” Music Video

7. Beyond the Binary: An Analysis of Gender Fluidity in the Music Videos of BTS.”

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