My process is always the same. I listen to the track on repeat and let images take shape in my mind. Then I ask the images what they mean, what they want to say, and where they want to go. I immediately saw Paul singing as a chaotic scene unfolded around him in reverse, but I struggled with forming the story because I was mourning and processing the recent OD of my brother. I kept seeing images of an overdose story, but couldn’t separate if that’s what the song wanted or if I was still simply in an emotional process. When I shared this with Paul and Daniel, I asked if that might be too somber for the track. They both beautifully reflected that there could be no more pure way to utilize my art than to reflect what I was feeling. I felt immensely supported by that and it helped me move forward at a time when I didn’t yet feel ready to get “back in the game.” As we got into it, I was unsure how much I wanted to publicly touch that grief and how much was appropriate for what the song sounded like. So, I zoomed out and thought about it more universally. How so many have lost someone from an overdose. How, in today’s time, with Fentanyl running rampant, many people (often young people) have died suddenly. That a casual night out could be the end of their road. For those who have lost someone or are in fear of losing someone, I see you. For those who are struggling with addiction, I hope you find a way through. A way to be held and see you are loved and lovable.