Hozier is known for his boundary-pushing music videos, and with his latest for "From Eden" the boundary in question is once again ethics and morality. As the 24-year-old Irish singer takes the family on a nice, carefree crime spree. It's a modern family bonding. The soulful tune is really mesmerizing and too pretty, and the cinematic clip is definitely an interesting watch and the final slow-motion shot is just heart-warming.
The uplifting indie-rock song "From Eden," is the official fourth single from Hozier's critically-acclaimed self-titled debut album, although it was originally included on the Irish musician's second EP also named "From Eden." The track is a simple love song, seemingly concerned with that time when love begins and a relationship is uncertain.
Hozier, who directed the video himself, takes us on a divergent visual path. He casts himself as the father figure in a young family of three who appear to be on a fun road trip until it becomes apparent that their gas stop is actually a stick-up and he runs out to the car with his approximately 5-year-old child and his significant other, with a paper bag full of money.
No firm back story is offered to the viewer, but between the hold up and the time the cops arrive at their home, we are treated to sunny visuals of a happy family, although clearly not well off, having a nice day together. This is not Bonnie & Clyde, this is the traditional, American nuclear family. It creates a disconcerting effect, in which you find yourself rooting for the criminals with absolutely no reason. In the end, Hozier goes to jail and his son is left without a father. Eden is left in jeopardy. The ending and supporting song make the video surprisingly tender. Again, a roller coaster of emotions here.
The uplifting indie-rock song "From Eden," is the official fourth single from Hozier's critically-acclaimed self-titled debut album, although it was originally included on the Irish musician's second EP also named "From Eden." The track is a simple love song, seemingly concerned with that time when love begins and a relationship is uncertain.
Hozier, who directed the video himself, takes us on a divergent visual path. He casts himself as the father figure in a young family of three who appear to be on a fun road trip until it becomes apparent that their gas stop is actually a stick-up and he runs out to the car with his approximately 5-year-old child and his significant other, with a paper bag full of money.
No firm back story is offered to the viewer, but between the hold up and the time the cops arrive at their home, we are treated to sunny visuals of a happy family, although clearly not well off, having a nice day together. This is not Bonnie & Clyde, this is the traditional, American nuclear family. It creates a disconcerting effect, in which you find yourself rooting for the criminals with absolutely no reason. In the end, Hozier goes to jail and his son is left without a father. Eden is left in jeopardy. The ending and supporting song make the video surprisingly tender. Again, a roller coaster of emotions here.
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