Is it normal to feel like you’re floating after one listen? No? Just us? Cool. Laufey is back, and she’s wrapped up a love letter for your inner child, tied it with a silver bow, and called it ‘Silver Lining.’ The dreamy new track marks the start of a fresh era for the Icelandic-Chinese icon, and it’s got us twirling like it’s a rom-com montage. Our ‘Silver Lining’ has Laufey as our go-to jazz-pop ‘Goddess,’ and we’re diving headfirst into her new era, the whimsical new music video, and that iconic Coachella debut on the track, all in one go.
Love, But Make It Whimsical
After her Grammy-winning Bewitched era, Laufey is kicking off her next chapter with a track that feels equal parts swoony, nostalgic, and softly electric. ‘Silver Lining’ is a celebration of what happens when you fall so deeply for someone that you can finally exhale and just be. It’s giving: lots of laughter, impromptu dancing in the kitchen, and accidentally showing someone your weirdest playlist — and them loving it.
“It’s a love song about being able to set your true personality free when you fall in love,” Laufey shares. “Your inner child comes out and you are emboldened by lust. Even if it takes you to hell, at least you’re with your partner.”
The strings paired with the jazz touches feel like glitter in slow motion, and Laufey’s voice is the perfect blanket. In short, we’re in love with this new song.
The Masquerade Mayhem You Need To Know About
One thing about Laufey is that she is not just turning heads because of her sound but also because of the visuals. From her effortlessly elegant fashion to her cinematic music videos, she’s serving IT girl energy in every sense. So, naturally, we need to talk about Laufey’s ‘Silver Lining’ music video. Picture this: a masquerade ball full of fantastical characters, dramatic lighting, and choreography inspired by The Rite of Spring. Inspired by real parties at The Royal Albert Hall in London, Laufey floats through it all like a modern-day heroine in a romantic fever dream — until it all unravels into a hellish, yet beautiful, chaos. The video was directed by Jason Lester, who previously worked on Laufey’s ‘From the Start’ and ‘Santa Baby,’ and it was shot entirely on 35mm film.
Sibling Synergy Always Shines Through
The creative director behind this visual fantasy was none other than Laufey’s twin sister, Junia. If you were lucky enough to catch Laufey on her last tour, you may have seen Junia join her sister on stage, playing the violin as they banter back and forth. The sibling synergy adds an extra layer of intimacy and vision — a peek into the dreamworld Laufey and Junia have built together, full of classical inspiration, soft surrealism, and sisterly magic.
A New Chapter In Laufey Land
‘Silver Lining’ may be a single, but to us, it’s a signal that Laufey’s new era is here, and she’s bringing her signature blend of jazz, classical, and pop storytelling to even more hearts. Raised between Reykjavik and D.C., and Berklee-trained in piano and cello, Laufey has made it her mission to make vintage-feeling music resonate with a new generation. And it’s working; we’re talking about billions of streams, sold-out symphony-backed shows, Coachella sets, and 23 million+ fans across socials who treat every release like a national holiday.
Laufey’s ‘Silver Lining’ is soft, smart, romantic, and entirely her own. What’s your favorite part of ‘Silver Lining’? Did you catch the live performance at Coachella? Let us know in the comments, or let’s talk Laufey on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram.
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