Maryze’s “Muse”
It’s strange to see a new Maryze video where the singer is confined to the indoors. Her previous visual releases – which have included “Dis-Moi,”Boy,” and “Soft” – have all featured extensive use of natural space. But with times as they are, and everyone finding ways to stay creative and keep the mind at busy during quarantine, it’s still refreshing to see the Montreal pop R&B singer leading the charge in a collaborative video project.
Produced by Super Plage, the electro-pop track features French vocals and pulsing synths that drive the song melodically. The video – Maryze’s first self-produced visual companion – features the singer joined by 65 participants from around the world, all under COVID-19 lockdown. “I wanted this collaborative project to be a way to create and connect with loved ones far away at this strange time. The video features family, old friends I haven’t seen in years, and people I’ve never even met expressing how they’re staying inspired in self-isolation.”
The title “Muse” feels all too appropriate, since so much of the footage features its subjects doing things to keep them grounded: dancing with loved ones, cuddling with pets, assembling creative arts and crafts projects. With everyone feeling trapped and overwhelmed by forces outside their control, the simple act of finding inspiration in immediate surroundings becomes a necessity. Maryze reports that the response to participate in the video was overwhelming, in the most positive sense. “It grew far beyond what I’d anticipated! I think people were excited to channel their energy into something positive. The song is a celebration of self-expression, queer love, and being your own muse. I hope it can help create some sense of community right now.”
Before quarantine went into effect, Maryze was set to embark on a North American tour, but is still holding out hope for an upcoming European tour soon. Plus, she’s got a debut full-length album on the way in 2021.
Watch the video for “Muse” below via YouTube.