BENEE wanted the video to be a direct contrast to her previous "dreamy beachy" video for "Doesn't Matter".
The narrative follows BENEE in a variety of stylized, slightly eerie settings: BENEE - Beach Boy (Official Music Video)
Released in February 2022, the official music video for is a whimsical, retro-inspired visual that marks a shift in tone for New Zealand artist BENEE . It serves as a lead single for her EP, Lychee . Key Video Concepts & Inspiration BENEE wanted the video to be a direct
She is seen performing rituals to bring a "beach boy" vampire to life. Key Video Concepts & Inspiration She is seen
The video draws heavily from 80s horror film tropes, featuring an "emo girl" protagonist who conjures an undead man.
While the lyrics describe a fantasy set in LA, the video explores themes of being happy alone while still desiring "the thrill without the pain". Production Details