While it is true that the song “Intro” by The XX has had a wide range of interpretations and contexts, to say it should win some kind of award for its chameleon-like qualities is a bit of a stretch. The idea of a song being able to be played in such disparate settings is certainly something to behold, but the implications of such a statement could be seen as putting more importance on the context of the song instead of the song itself.
The praise of the song being “chameleonic” implies that it is of lesser quality or importance than other songs that could not as easily fit into multiple settings. It could also be seen as a way of separating the song from its original context, which could be seen as disrespectful to the artists and their work.
The XX’s “Intro” is certainly a remarkable song, but the implications of this statement should be considered more thoughtfully before making such a claim. Suggesting that the song should win some kind of award for its “chameleonic” qualities is not appropriate.
