Nao - Another Lifetime (official Video) Now
The song and video were born from what Nao described as a "tumultuous and conflicted period" following the end of a significant long-term relationship. Unlike typical breakup tracks fueled by animosity, "Another Lifetime" explores the lack of closure that occurs when a relationship ends on good terms.
The video marked Nao's first release after her critically acclaimed debut album, For All We Know . Nao - Another Lifetime (Official Video)
: Pitchfork noted that her voice reaches an "angelic new level" in this track, complemented by a production style that blends processed vocals with string embellishments and pulsing synths. The song and video were born from what
: The video prominently features sparking power lines and fiery sparks that follow Nao, acting as a visual metaphor for the lingering intensity and "searing" vulnerability of the emotional fallout. : Pitchfork noted that her voice reaches an
: Nao viewed the completion of the song and video as the "full stop" needed to end a difficult life chapter, choosing it as the lead single for her sophomore album, Saturn . Nao returns with new song “Another Lifetime”
: Nao is depicted wandering alone through Kiev at night, moving through a dusky blue apartment and empty city streets.
: The track signifies the conclusion of Nao’s "Saturn Return," an astrological period of upheaval and realignment that often occurs around age 30.