Shatara comments, “The song to me is an expression of denial over a relationship that isn't working, and the internal conflict it brings as this person tries to convince herself and her partner that they just have to ‘be better’. This, paired with the sonic elements, made me think of Hitchcock's Vertigo.”

Derek adds, “I really enjoyed discussing the original inspiration with Shatara, specifically what the references meant to her and her vision for her own adaptation. It was truly a pleasure collaborating with her.”

Learn more about this project in our interview with Shatara, coming soon on the blog.