"The Falling" delves into the disintegration of a once civil and organized society, showcasing the unconscious breakdown and its profound impact on both a collective and individual level. Through the lens of the global pandemic and its associated emotions, Harris offers a raw insight into that decline. Harris's lyrical commentary reflects his frustration with society's downward spiral. Embracing a sense of darkness that overcame him during contemplation, Harris skilfully captures the inevitable descent into emotions of distrust, hurt, shame, anger, hopelessness, loss, grief, and pain, ultimately leading to a resigned acceptance of the darkness that lurks within us all. Complementing the single, the music video for "The Falling" uses a mixture of hand-drawn and AI animation in a post-apocalyptic setting". This visually striking representation portrays the destruction of physical and personal environments while following the isolated journey of the protagonist navigating a world shaped by recent global events. |
