The song serves as an empowering anthem about Adele’s "social reintegration" after her divorce, exploring her first tentative steps back into the dating world.

: Used as a prominent symbol throughout the video, referencing temptation and the Garden of Eden .

: A polka-dotted pussy-bow blouse paired with a corset and empire waist skirt.

: Represents Adele taking charge of her life and letting go of her past struggles.

Adele's music video, released on January 12, 2022, is a visually striking, black-and-white masterpiece directed by Sam Brown, the same director behind her iconic “Rolling in the Deep” video. The Meaning & Symbolism