Youth Lagoon Unveils Music Video for Latest Track “My Beautiful Girl”: Watch Now
In an exciting development, Trevor Powers, the creative force behind Youth Lagoon, has released a new song titled “My Beautiful Girl.” This track comes alongside an evocative music video directed by Regrets Only, showcasing a poignant scene of a woman seated before a birthday cake.
Powers shared insights into the inspiration behind the song, revealing that it stems from his experiences in Idaho City, a near-ghost town about half an hour from his home. He often visits this location to swim, reflect, and immerse himself in solitude. During his last trip, he explored a local cemetery, known as Boothill, where miners are buried. There, he encountered a gravestone marked simply with the words “My Beautiful Girl,” devoid of any names or dates. This moment sparked a profound question in him—who was this enigmatic beautiful girl? From this contemplation, the song emerged.
“My Beautiful Girl” marks the third single from Youth Lagoon in 2024, following previous releases “Football” and “Lucy Takes a Picture,” both co-produced with the talented Rodaidh McDonald. This latest release continues to build on the momentum from Youth Lagoon’s recent album, “Heaven Is a Junkyard,” which debuted in 2023 after an extended break of eight years.
As Powers dives deeper into his artistry, fans can look forward to what else he has in store as he blends personal narratives with compelling melodies.