: Zara Larsson appears as a "goddess in gold and white," set among ancient-style statues.
: The song reached number 1 on U.S. dance radio and entered the Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs top ten. Alesso - Words (Feat. Zara Larsson) [Official Music Video]
: Alesso occupies a shadowy, neon-lit industrial space, contrasting the ethereal brightness of Zara's scenes. : Zara Larsson appears as a "goddess in
The "Words" music video, released on April 22, 2022, marks a high-energy collaboration between Swedish heavyweights Alesso and Zara Larsson . Directed by Jason Lester, the visual is a stylized collision of classicism, high fashion, and rave culture. Visual Concept and Aesthetics : Alesso occupies a shadowy, neon-lit industrial space,
: The visual narrative follows Alesso trekking toward Zara, moving from industrial darkness into the light to find her. Lyricism and Theme
The track, co-written by Becky Hill and Karen Poole , explores the anxiety of romantic vulnerability:
: The track features "dizzying yet flawlessly constructed" layers of sound, though some fans and critics noted its short duration (2:22) left them wanting a more traditional bridge or climax.