The song is an introspective "angsty power ballad" that serves as a conversation between two artists who both rose to meteoric fame as teenagers. Review: Shawn Mendes & Justin Bieber – Monster
: The central set piece is a large white cube platform with stairs, symbolizing the "pedestal" mentioned in the lyrics where celebrities are celebrated before being "torn down". Lyrical Themes & Meaning shawn_mendes_justin_bieber_monster_official_mus...
: The video features a dark, foggy, and atmospheric outdoor setting in the woods. The song is an introspective "angsty power ballad"
: Shot in a single take using a specialized crane and platform setup. shawn_mendes_justin_bieber_monster_official_mus...