: The video features a cinematic, "icy" electro-pop atmosphere that complements Oak's signature sultry vocals. It depicts scenes at a cozy bar under a clear New York sky, capturing a "totally different universe" of social interaction that existed prior to social distancing. Core Themes & Meaning
Critics praised the track as a "masterpiece" of modern pop, highlighting Oak's unique vocal tone and the track's high production quality. Some viewers and commentators have retroactively compared its themes of self-sufficient empowerment to later hits like Miley Cyrus’s "Flowers". Winona Oak - With Myself [Official Music Video]
The track is a self-empowerment anthem that challenges societal double standards regarding female sexuality and success. Winona Oak - With Myself [Official Music Video]
The official music video for "" by Swedish singer-songwriter Winona Oak was released on September 1, 2020 . It served as the lead single for her sophomore EP, SHE , which followed her debut CLOSURE later that same year. Production & Visuals Director : The video was directed by Julian Gillström .
: The lyrics focus on a "bossy" persona—a woman who counts her own money, buys her own gifts, and enjoys her own company without needing a partner. : The video features a cinematic, "icy" electro-pop
: Oak noted that women are often shamed for sexual desire or labeled "less likable" for being successful compared to men; this song serves as a defiant response to those narratives. Technical Credits
: Winona Oak, Sly (Sylvester Sivertsen), and Max Wolfgang. Producer : Sly. Instrumentation : Max Wolfgang (Guitar, Background Vocals). Label : Released via Neon Gold and Atlantic Records . Critical Reception It served as the lead single for her
: Oak intended the song to be about reclaiming one's body and needs, stating it is "about time that we make more love with ourselves".