The 1975 - Happiness (official Video) Review

: The video leans heavily into "New Wave" and 80s pop influences, mirroring the song’s upbeat, synth-driven production. Musical Themes and Production

Filmed at the iconic in London, the video features the band performing on a lavishly decorated stage, blending high-fashion elegance with a relaxed, celebratory atmosphere. The 1975 - Happiness (Official Video)

: The grandeur of Alexandra Palace provides a cinematic backdrop that contrasts with the band’s loose, improvisational energy. : The video leans heavily into "New Wave"

The video signaled a "reset" for The 1975, stripping away the dense layers of their previous era ( Notes on a Conditional Form ) in favor of what The Current called a "very traditional, perhaps pop structure" that highlights the band's chemistry as a live unit. Interview: Matty Healy of The 1975 - The Current The video signaled a "reset" for The 1975,

: In interviews with Vulture , Healy discussed the song's place in his songwriting journey, noting that he often values "purpose over happiness," even while crafting infectious pop anthems like this one. Why It Matters