I keep trying to make sense of the video. Yeah, she shows her ***, but I am hoping it's about more than that.
I was doubting that the video was really done in one take, guerilla-style, based on the rather latent expressions and reactions of the surrounding people.
Then I thought about how Ms. Badu has seemed especially proud of her behind since she got one (after the birth of Seven, it seems). She has made a production out of turning her back to the audience in live and taped performances, while wearing very fitted clothing, nonetheless.
I'm not hatin'. I understand the power of a tight waist, hips and assets, and I know the effect it can produce or message others may think are conveyed unintentionally.
Anyway, I am going to hope she is challenging the status quo, illustrating what happens when it is butted against, and protesting mediocrity and complacency in the process.
Unfortunately, the average person will only see a sister showin' her ***.