Erika de Casier, the Portuguese-Danish singer and songwriter, made a big impression with her highly unusual debut album Essentials, which was released last year. With her latest single “No Butterflies, No Nothing,” she aims to raise awareness about the significance of following your instincts. The song highlights the dangers of blindly falling in love, even if there are no real feelings of excitement or passion present.
Erika’s aim with the video was to subvert the typical portrayal of romance in soap operas and period films. She seeks to highlight the drama and tension that often lies beneath the surface of seemingly perfect relationships. “I was inspired by romantic period films like Pride & Prejudice and Sense & Sensibility, as well as soap operas like Days of Our Lives,” she explains. “It’s fascinating to me how soap operas depict characters’ lives in such a dramatic and unrealistic way, and I wanted to bring that sense of drama to my music video, while still adding my own unique perspective.”
In conclusion, Erika de Casier’s music is a perfect blend of introspection, romance, and drama. With her latest single “No Butterflies, No Nothing” and its stunning accompanying music video, she showcases her ability to craft thought-provoking and visually stunning works of art.
