: In a standout moment, Lee Know is seen literally breaking the glass of the screen, a metaphor for the members trying to reach "STAY" (their fans) in the real world.
The title uses a classic pager-era "texting code" where each digit represents the number of letters in a word: = I 4 = Love CASE 143
The music video is known for its chaotic, high-energy storytelling: : In a standout moment, Lee Know is
: Sharp-eyed fans have identified nods to classic films, including a scene inspired by The Shining . [Review] CASE 143 – Stray Kids – KPOPREVIEWED Fans have noted that while the "police" version
: The members interact with sentient, fuzzy heart creatures called Pipis . Fans have noted that while the "police" version of Stray Kids tries to capture these hearts to control their emotions, the hearts eventually "possess" the environment, symbolizing that love cannot be controlled.
= YouThis code is a central theme, as the lyrics compare the confusing, overwhelming feeling of falling in love to a "case" that needs to be solved. Visual Lore & Hidden Details