As an architect, I loved how the environment is used as a strong character in the story line.
The video takes place in the woman's mind, the Weeknd chasing for the truth through her mind. Symbolism, connected to the lyrics create a visual experience as a music video. I'm impressed by how every frame got me in to it. The minimalistic view in the whole video strengthens the sense of isolation which is the main feeling of the song, like: "I hear the secrets that you keep," than the Weeknd is isolated from the woman, following ", when you're talking in your sleep."...
Overall; the lyrics, the video, the art direction, the song and its instrumental are a complete experience that surprises and gets you in. I really look forward for the Weeknd's journey as an artist growing up and exploring...
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