Other Side (Official Video)

The sun was just beginning to set as I closed the curtains in my home studio, creating the perfect dim atmosphere to start working on “Other Side”, a project that had been in the back of my mind for some time now. I powered up my trusty MacBook Pro and pulled up the old footage I had from the botched video for my single. As the clips played before me, I couldn’t help but cringe at the messy editing, which was a clear indicator of how heavily I’d been under the influence of alcohol during its creation. It felt like a lifetime ago, and I knew I could do better now. Having already downloaded an array of stock footage from various websites, I started sorting through the clips, envisioning a new, polished music video that would truly capture the essence of the song. I remembered the raw emotions I felt while writing the lyrics, the late nights pouring my heart into the melody, and I was determined to create a visual representation worthy of those moments. As I began to meticulously comb through the footage, I carefully selected each clip that resonated with the song’s message. I imagined the scenes from my own life, the struggles I had faced, and the moments that had defined my journey. The black and white motif seemed like a natural choice, symbolizing the contrast between my past and my present, and the battle between the darkness of addiction and the light of sobriety. With a deep breath, I dove into the task of weaving these separate pieces into a seamless and cohesive story. I loaded the clips into Final Cut Pro X, aligning them on the timeline, carefully trimming and adjusting their lengths to match the beat and rhythm of the track. I added transitions, allowing the footage to flow smoothly from one scene to the next, each image melding effortlessly into the next. The visual story began to take shape as I meticulously tweaked the contrast and saturation of each clip, converting them into black and white. The grayscale effect created a unifying layer, imbuing the footage with a timeless and nostalgic quality, while still maintaining the raw emotions of the music. As the images danced in sync with the song, I could feel a sense of accomplishment and pride swelling within me, knowing I was finally doing justice to this deeply personal track. I knew I had created something special, a visual representation that spoke to the heart and soul of “Other Side.” I sat back in my chair, amazed at the final product, and after uploading it to YouTube, I’d send a link to my brother, who replied “This is the greatest thing you’ve released.” I laughed to myself, knowing how much more I had left in the tank. I was getting my legs back under me, and allowing my creativity to flow without the need for intoxication.