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Choosing a Song

As I have chosen to do a Music Video for my end project, it is important to keep a song and a genre ready
For the genre, I wanted to pick a song that conveys something sad yet beautiful with an indie-like music style and has a post-liminal effect. Personally, my choice of music leans towards indie, so I wanted to incorporate that style of music too.
So firstly, I chose some songs that give out these vibes,
  • Matilda by Harry Styles
  • Older by Sasha Alex Solan
  • Ceilings by Lizzy McAlpine
  • Dancing with Your Ghost by Sasha Alex Solan

Meaning of each song 

To understand the emotional direction of each song, I explored the meaning behind each lyric and the mood each track created

  • Matilda by Harry Styles
This song is about someone who has gone through emotional neglect, and even though they try to act like everything is fine, deep down, they’re still hurting. It’s a message of quiet support, reminding them they don’t have to carry that pain alone.

  • Older by Sasha Alex Sloan
“Older” reflects on childhood trauma and how growing up changes the way we see the past. The lyrics talk about slowly realising the emotional damage left behind and how that affects you as you grow older.

  • Ceilings by Lizzy McAlpine
This song captures the feeling of dreaming about a relationship that never really existed. It feels romantic at first, but then it shifts, and you realise it was just in your head. It’s about the heartbreak of letting go of that fantasy.

  • Dancing with Your Ghost by Sasha Alex Sloan
A song about missing someone who is no longer around. The person feels like they’re still with you in your mind, so you hold onto their memory. It’s soft, emotional, and creates a quiet space to show loss and longing.
  • Numb Little Bug by Em Beihold
This song is about feeling emotionally numb and disconnected from life. Even when everything seems fine on the outside, the person struggles with stress, anxiety, and a sense of being small or overlooked. The lyrics and soft, dreamy melody create a mood of introspection and vulnerability, highlighting the difficulty of coping with these hidden emotions.

Final song selection - Numb little Bug

After reviewing each song, I decided to go forward with Numb Little Bug by Em Beihold.
The mood, pacing, and lyrical depth fit well with my emotional numbness / mental health concept and the indie pop genre.
The song also allows me to create a strong visual story with one actress and a simple, manageable background, making it convenient for production while effectively conveying the song’s introspective and vulnerable theme.
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