Melanie Martinez is on the verge of releasing the music video for ‘VOID’, and the excitement among her fan base is palpable.
Melanie Martinez, renowned American singer-songwriter, is about to take her fans on another visual journey with the upcoming release of her music video for ‘VOID’. The anticipation is palpable on social media, with #MelanieMartinez trending on Twitter 9 hours before the video’s world premiere on YouTube.
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Martinez, born on April 28, 1995, has been enthralling her fans with her unique style and storytelling since her rise to fame after appearing on season 3 of the American television talent show The Voice in 2012. Following the show, she was signed to Atlantic Records and released her debut single “Dollhouse”, followed by her debut extended play of the same name in 2014.
The singer is known for her captivating visuals and songwriting prowess, with three studio albums, four extended plays, and numerous singles to her name. Her debut studio album, Cry Baby (2015), went on to be certified double-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The album included several commercially successful singles including “Pity Party”, “Soap” and “Mrs. Potato Head”. Her second studio album, K–12 (2019), peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 and was awarded as one of the Favorite Pop Albums of 2019 by AllMusic.
In March 2023, Martinez released her third studio album, “Portals”, which achieved the number one spot on the Billboard 200, marking a significant milestone in her career.
Martinez’s last music video, ‘DEATH’, left a lasting impression on her fans, a testament to her creative vision. The video portrayed a haunting narrative of Cry Baby, Martinez’s alter-ego, in her grave with an open wound on her heart. A version of Martinez with pink skin, multiple eyes, and fairy-like wings emerges from Cry Baby’s heart, going through various surreal scenarios involving masked dancers, enchanting performances, and symbolic actions such as severing a cord connecting her to Cry Baby. The video ends with Martinez bursting out from the ground, leaving viewers in awe of the visual spectacle.
Martinez has teased behind-the-scenes look at ‘VOID’ on her social media, but has kept the details tightly under wraps. Early reactions from fans indicate that the video is set to be a “trippy” experience. Twitter is buzzing with anticipation, with fans applauding her creative spirit. “The goddess of visuals! Yet another serve, Melanie is coming,” one fan wrote. Another fan praised her originality: “You will NEVER be able to convince me that Melanie Martinez is not one of the most, if not the most creative new artist… she is NOT here to play at all!”
With the release of ‘VOID’, Martinez is set to once again mesmerize her fans and critics alike with her unmistakable blend of music and visuals. The music video is expected to further cement Martinez’s status as one of the leading creative forces in the music industry today.