He humorously expresses his wish for her to stop complaining about her privileged life. Throughout the parody, he references some of the eye-opening claims Meghan made during the interview, such as allegations of racism within the royal family, lack of support from the palace, and her strained relationship with her father. Some of the witty lyrics include lines like, "I'm just Ken, anywhere else I'd be a 10, but here I'm just a prop for your publicity," and "I'm just Ken, where I see love, you see a trend. What will it take for you to stop playing the victim?"
The parody has gained significant attention on social media, with many fans applauding Gosling for his comedic talent and catchy tune. However, there have also been critics, particularly among Meghan's supporters, who have accused Gosling of disrespect and insensitivity, even labeling his actions as bullying and mockery. Despite the mixed reactions, Gosling himself has not commented on the parody. Sources close to him have clarified that he intended no harm and was merely having some light-hearted fun. They emphasized that Gosling is a fan of Meghan, respects her choices and work, and holds no ill will toward her or Prince Harry.
This isn't the first time Gosling has playfully teased Meghan. In a 2021 interview with Jimmy Fallon, he jokingly claimed that he was the reason Meghan and Harry left the royal family, as he stole her spotlight in the movie "Barbie." He also quipped that he was surprised Meghan took on the movie role because he thought she was too occupied being a princess.
Gosling's original song, "I'm Just Ken," enjoyed immense success, topping charts in various countries and earning him a Grammy nomination. The song was part of the soundtrack for "Barbie," a fantasy comedy that featured Margot Robbie as the titular character. The film was both critically acclaimed and commercially successful, praised for its humor, message of self-love and empowerment, and its diverse and inclusive cast.
