CG5's "Entranced" Is Way Darker Than You Think

Remember when I said "Entranced" was a song about physical attraction? I was wrong. It's far darker than I ever realized.
This is an "Entranced" music video analysis, inspired by a brilliant comment from ig/cgfanpage5, who made me look deeper into the meaning behind the visuals and lyrics. What I found wasn't just symbolism. It was a raw depiction of Charlie's struggle with creative freedom, his entrapment by fan expectations, and his quiet desire to break out of the box he's been placed in.

So cheers to my overthinking (*rises up a beer glass full of chocolate milk*)... for making me cry to my favorite song, realizing it's not about what I wanted but what he might really be trying to say:

The "Entranced" music video is indeed packed with meaning when viewed through the lens of creative conflict, fame and identity. Let's unpack every scene in layers!