: Cardi’s hair, styled in cornrows with gold and clear beads, mirrors the signature look of 1970s and '80s R&B singer Patrice Rushen.
: Critics have noted the video's similarities to the 1978 film Grease and the 1990s TV show Saved by the Bell , blending high-energy choreography with a nostalgic "cool". Narrative & Production
Released on March 1, 2019, the music video for "Please Me" features Cardi B and Bruno Mars in a neon-lit Los Angeles taqueria "after the party". The video explores themes of lust, role-reversal, and Latin heritage through its 1990s-inspired aesthetics and choreography. Iconic Visual Style & Inspirations Cardi B & Bruno Mars - Please Me (Official Video)
The video marks the second major collaboration between the artists following their 2018 hit remix of "Finesse":
The visual identity of "Please Me" relies heavily on retro references and personal tributes: : Cardi’s hair, styled in cornrows with gold
: Unlike many mainstream tracks, the song features a role reversal where Bruno Mars takes a "begging" or submissive tone while Cardi B remains in control, demanding he say "please". Cardi B & Bruno Mars - Please Me (Official Video)
: Cardi B's outfit—a purple fringed leather jacket and bejeweled bustier—was directly inspired by the late Tejano singer Selena's 1993 performance at the Memorial Coliseum in Corpus Christi. The video explores themes of lust, role-reversal, and
: Bruno Mars co-directed the video with Florent Dechard and co-choreographed the dance sequences alongside Tanisha Scott and Phil Tayag.
