Ahead of the string of Taylor Swift concerts in Singapore, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung has found a creative way to remind the public to maintain healthy habits.
Riding on ‘The Eras Tour’ wave, Mr Ong parodied an iconic scene from the singer’s music video (MV) for the song ‘You Belong With Me’ for a good cause.
In place of the crush that Swift’s character writes to, the Health Minister ‘writes back’ instead, with messages encouraging everyone to stay in good physical and mental condition.
He does so by offering tips such as taking breaks and consuming less sugar and salt.
For those who are unfamiliar, Mr Ong’s video is a parody of the famous window scene from Swift’s ‘You Belong With Me’ MV. Mr Ong’s version cuts between the original MV and his own clips.
The video starts with Swift sitting at the window, holding up a “You OK?” sign, as she appears to exchange glances with Mr Ong.
Source: Ong Ye Kung on Facebook
As if responding to the famous singer, the Health Minister holds up a sign that says: “Yes, but busy.”
Later in the exchange, Swift said that her plans that night included studying, as per the original MV.
In his reply, Mr Ong wrote: “Don’t bluff, tonight got concert in SG!”, referencing the singer’s performance on Saturday (2 Mar) evening.
Source: Ong Ye Kung on Facebook
The clip then shows Swift dancing in response, as if to confirm the show.
Perhaps believing that he had viewers’ attention at this point, Mr Ong took the chance to provide a list of tips to stay healthy.
Source: Ong Ye Kung on Facebook
His recommendations include:
He ended his note with: “Yes, I am a nag…”, acknowledging that his incessant reminders can come off as annoying — but it is all for the good of everyone.
Also read: Lawrence Wong Dedicates Taylor Swift’s ‘Love Story’ On Teachers’ Day, Thanks Teachers For Hard Work
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Featured image adapted from Ong Ye Kung on Facebook.
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